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Preserving for Christmas

Join the Cyrenians for a fun and creative way to make some homemade gifts for your loved ones this Christmas.

Preserving for Christmas

About Preserving for Christmas

The sell-out event returns! Join us for a fun and creative way to make some homemade gifts for your loved ones this Christmas, on Saturday 13 December 2025 from 11am - 3pm.

Come and enjoy a fun filled morning making homemade Christmas presents and decorations using some of the ingredients from our famous dehydrator called Dora.

You will learn to make preserves such as chutney, kimchi, dried tomatoes in your own flavoured oil as well as Christmas decorations to infuse your home with wonderful festive smells.

We will supply a selection of festive packaging to complete your creations, ready to take home and gift to your loved ones.

A light lunch is included.

Concession tickets
Cyrenians is committed to accessibility and offers a concession rate for those who are group booking (booking of two or more tickets in one order), children aged under 12 or unemployed, on a low income, on benefits or retired. We ask that all guests under the age of 18 are accompanied by an adult.

About our events
By participating in our events you are directly supporting the work we do with people taking the first steps on their own food journeys, whether this is learning the basics of food hygiene and cooking, or receiving support via our flatpack meals services and community pantries. Thank you for choosing to participate in an event that makes a difference.

Location
This event will be taking place at our Flavour and Haver cook school in Leith, a short walk from Leith Walk and Pilrig Park. Accessible through Lothian Buses via Leith Walk, Great Junction Street and Bonnington Road.

If you'd like further information
Please contact us at sueoneill-berest@cyrenians.scot

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