Community
Life

Shawfair is more than new homes. It is a growing community with stories, events and local groups shaping everyday life. Here you can explore what is happening, meet residents and see how the town continues to come together.

Shawfair voices

“Shops, schools and services are close by — the sort of ease that quietly makes daily life work.”

Everything Close

“Parks and play areas are woven through every phase — not added as an afterthought.”

Parks & Play

“Shawfair Station makes getting into Edinburgh easy — without giving up the countryside.”

Connected Living

“Safe routes connect neighbourhoods, green spaces and the station — perfect for bikes and prams.”

Cycle Routes

“Miles of paths, open parkland and space to breathe – right outside the front door.”

Green Space

“Events, neighbours, familiar faces — a new town that already feels established.”

Community Life

GET INVOLVED LOCALLY

Across Shawfair and the wider area, local groups bring people together — from walking and running clubs to gardening, football and more. Explore what’s on, find activities that suit you and discover how to get involved.

The shawfair community fund

The Shawfair Community Fund supports projects that bring people together and improve everyday life in and around Shawfair. It is backed by contributions from Bellway Homes, Cruden Homes, Mactaggart & Mickel, Dundas, Miller Homes, Robertson Homes and Shawfair LLP.

Local groups and individuals are encouraged to get in touch with ideas. Whether it’s a youth project, arts initiative, environmental scheme or wellbeing activity, if it benefits the community, it will be considered.
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