On 6th June, Edinburgh Leisure proudly celebrated Volunteer Thank You Day as part of Volunteer Week, a national celebration recognising the incredible contributions of volunteers across the UK.
With over 190 amazing volunteers supporting our services, Edinburgh Leisure were thrilled to welcome 60 of them to a special event, which was all about bringing our volunteers together to share stories, learn more about our health and community programmes, and most importantly—say a heartfelt thank you.
Volunteers are at the heart of what Edinburgh Leisure does. From helping people get active to boosting wellbeing and spreading the word about our services, their impact is felt across every corner of our community. Many of the volunteers tell us how rewarding the experience is—whether it’s meeting new people, supporting others on their fitness journeys, or watching participants grow in confidence.
This celebration was a fantastic reminder of the power of volunteering and the difference it makes. We loved hearing our volunteers’ stories and sharing more about how they help us get people more active, more often.
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Edinburgh Leisure marked Volunteer Week 2025 with a heartfelt celebration on Thursday, 6 June, recognising the invaluable contributions of its dedicated volunteers at a special Volunteer Thank You Day event.
With over 190 volunteers supporting Edinburgh Leisure’s wide range of health and wellbeing programmes, the event brought together 60 volunteers for a day of connection, appreciation, and inspiration. Held as part of the UK-wide Volunteer Week, the celebration highlighted the vital role volunteers play in helping people across the city become more active and improve their physical and mental wellbeing.
“Our services simply wouldn’t be the same without our volunteers,” said Stephen Hughes, Volunteer Development Manager at Edinburgh Leisure. “They are at the heart of our mission to get more people active, more often. This event was our way of saying thank you and recognising the incredible impact they make every day.”
The event offered volunteers the chance to share their experiences, learn more about Edinburgh Leisure’s community programmes, and connect with fellow volunteers and staff. Many attendees spoke about the personal rewards of volunteering, from meeting new people to seeing participants grow in confidence and wellbeing.
Volunteers support a wide range of activities across Edinburgh Leisure, from health walks and active communities programmes to inclusive fitness sessions. Their efforts help extend the reach of services and encourage more people to take part in physical activity.
Interested in volunteering?
Edinburgh Leisure is always looking for passionate individuals to join its volunteer team.
To learn more, visit:👉 edinburghleisure.co.uk/careers/volunteer