
Whisky Galore (1949)
Sat 12 Dec · 14:00
Grassmarket Community Project
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The classic film 'Whisky Galore' (1949) will be screened at the Grassmarket Community Project in Edinburgh, showcasing the story of villagers hijacking a whisky-laden ship during World War II. This screening is part of the 'I Like It Here' series, presented by Grassmarket Community Picturehouse and the Edinburgh Film Guild. Tickets are priced between free and £8.30.
The thirsty inhabitants of a remote Scottish village hijack the cargo of a whisky-laden ship wrecked on their shores
during the second world
Part of I Like It Here: A New Season Celebrating Community, Human Connection and Love, a series of 8 screenings presented by Grassmarket Community Picturehouse and the Edinburgh Film Guild.
In this classic comedy, the thirsty inhabitants of a remote Scottish village hijack the cargo of a whisky-laden ship wrecked on their shores during the second world war and defy the authorities to repossess it.
Tickets £3/£5/£7 on a sliding scale, with free entry for Grassmarket Community Project Members, open door meal attendees, and anyone else in need of a free ticket. Please select the ticket price that feels right to you; all income from tickets will be directly used to support the continued running of our cinema screenings.
Supported by Film Hub Scotland, part of the BFI’s Film Audience Network, awarding funding on behalf of Screen Scotland and the BFI National Lottery.
Notes
Duration: 84 minutes
Certificate U - Suitable for all
The film will screen with English descriptive subtitles, transcribing both dialogue and key audio information from the film.
The event will start promptly at 2pm without trailers
The Grassmarket Community Project is a wheelchair accessible venue
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Whisky Galore (1949) takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 14:00.
Whisky Galore (1949) is held at Grassmarket Community Project in Edinburgh (86 Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh, EH1 2QA).
Tickets for Whisky Galore (1949) range from £0 to £8.30. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Grassmarket Community Project can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Whisky Galore (1949) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The classic film 'Whisky Galore' (1949) will be screened at the Grassmarket Community Project in Edinburgh, showcasing the story of villagers hijacking a whisky-laden ship during World War II. This screening is part of the 'I Like It Here' series, presented by Grassmarket Community Picturehouse and the Edinburgh Film Guild. Tickets are priced between free and £8.30.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
The thirsty inhabitants of a remote Scottish village hijack the cargo of a whisky-laden ship wrecked on their shores
during the second world
Part of I Like It Here: A New Season Celebrating Community, Human Connection and Love, a series of 8 screenings presented by Grassmarket Community Picturehouse and the Edinburgh Film Guild.
In this classic comedy, the thirsty inhabitants of a remote Scottish village hijack the cargo of a whisky-laden ship wrecked on their shores during the second world war and defy the authorities to repossess it.
Tickets £3/£5/£7 on a sliding scale, with free entry for Grassmarket Community Project Members, open door meal attendees, and anyone else in need of a free ticket. Please select the ticket price that feels right to you; all income from tickets will be directly used to support the continued running of our cinema screenings.
Supported by Film Hub Scotland, part of the BFI’s Film Audience Network, awarding funding on behalf of Screen Scotland and the BFI National Lottery.
Notes
Duration: 84 minutes
Certificate U - Suitable for all
The film will screen with English descriptive subtitles, transcribing both dialogue and key audio information from the film.
The event will start promptly at 2pm without trailers
The Grassmarket Community Project is a wheelchair accessible venue
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Grassmarket Community Project. Searching near 86 Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh, EH1 2QA; check-in Saturday, 12 December 2026.
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WhereGrassmarket Community Project
86 Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh, EH1 2QA
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Whisky Galore (1949)?
Whisky Galore (1949) takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 14:00.
Where is Whisky Galore (1949) taking place?
Whisky Galore (1949) is held at Grassmarket Community Project in Edinburgh (86 Candlemaker Row, Edinburgh, EH1 2QA).
How much are tickets for Whisky Galore (1949)?
Tickets for Whisky Galore (1949) range from £0 to £8.30. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near Whisky Galore (1949)?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Grassmarket Community Project can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Whisky Galore (1949)?
Tickets for Whisky Galore (1949) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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