@merchistoncc.bsky.social
Community Council serving the Edinburgh areas of Bruntsfield, Church Hill, Fountainbridge, Greenhill, Polwarth, Shandon and Viewforth. https://merchistoncc.org.uk
photo of re-laid towpath leading to Lochrin canal basin ... so smooth!!
#UnionCanal
π Fantastic improvement for π©βπ¦Ό πΆ π²
Potholes & sunken cobbles - ALL GONE !
@edi.bike @edfoc.bsky.social @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social @finlaymcf.bsky.social @cllrcmiller.bsky.social @lordwoolamaloo.bsky.social @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk @merchistoncc.bsky.social @longstonecc.bsky.social
What a pity the same wasnβt done on Leamington Tce (widened pavement and junction build-outs)
25.07.2025 20:22 β π 6 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0
Legalising βside road zebraβ crossings is one of five βbig ideasβ in the report, supported by disabled people, that would improve safety and accessibility on streets, and benefit everyone.
Read the report and more here π www.sustrans.org.uk/our-blog/new...
Thanks for sharing updates on the Polwarth junction project and for your support including pushing for more greenery @cllrbenparker.bsky.social! Looking forward to sharing the final designs in the next month or so.
13.07.2025 19:12 β π 3 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0We believe Leith deserves more than just disruption β it deserves care, character, and creativity in return.
What would you like to see?β¨Drop us a message or reply with your ideas.
Amazing! They bring such joy to the community. Thanks for sharing your pics
10.07.2025 19:05 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0They're getting so big π₯Ή
10.07.2025 19:00 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0
π£Seeking passionate, reliable & community-minded freelance assistance for our e-Cargo bike library team! π²
π§ Roles: Cargo Bike Librarian, Project Officer
π Location: Bruntsfield area
πPart-time/Flexible hours, ASAP to Nov 2026π±πͺ
πApply by 08/07
Full information here:
tinyurl.com/BANZAIroles0725
Get out and cast your vote for the next Fountainbridge/Craiglockhart city councillor!
26.06.2025 07:44 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0We are continuing discussions with the Craiglockhart parents council and other residents on strategies to improve road safety along Ashley terrace, Harrison road and the wider area. We want a joined up approach rather than small piecemeal fixes
25.06.2025 20:52 β π 6 π 1 π¬ 1 π 0
Edinburgh councillor calls for faster roadΒ action
Action on a dangerous Edinburgh road is welcome, but needs to be taken more quickly, according to a city councillor. Early last month, an 80-year-old woman was hospitalised after she was struck by a black BMW on Ashley Terrace, an area whereβ¦
Postal ballot envelope for the Fountainbridge/Craiglockhart ward by-election.
If you're a resident in the Fountainbridge/Craiglockhart ward and have chosen to vote by post, please return your ballot paper as soon as possible.
These can be returned to any polling station tomorrow (June 26) or to the City Chambers or Waverley Court in the city centre.
Photo of lots of people, bikes and tents at a previous Edinburgh Climate Festival.
Living Streets Edinburgh will be at Edinburgh Climate Festival, Meadows Park on Saturday 28/6. (12noon to 7pm) Come along to our stall and have a chat with us and see how we can make Edinburgh the best city for walking and wheeling!
www.facebook.com/EdClimateFest
By-election June 2025 β Fountainbridge/Craiglockhart β meet theΒ candidates
A by-election will be held this week to fill the vacant council seat in Edinburgh following the sudden death of Labour councillor, Val Walker in April. Polling stations will be open from 7am to 10pm on Thursday 26 Juneβ¦
Lovely day as usual at the Canal festival today, even with the rain! π,,β
21.06.2025 14:51 β π 2 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0
Today is the Edinburgh Canal Festival! It's a great day out in the community.
We will have a stall ur stalls opposite the Ashley Terrace Boathouse, next door to the Edinburgh Union canal society.
Hope to see you later!
edinburghcanalfestival.org.uk
Had a great time at Bruntsfield Primary today talking with pupils about democracy, local government, and transport. Smart questions, big ideas β theyβre already thinking like future leaders. Grateful for the warm welcome! π³οΈποΈπ²
20.06.2025 18:53 β π 4 π 2 π¬ 0 π 0@cllrbenparker.bsky.social @davidfkey.bsky.social @livingstreetsedi.bsky.social @edi.bike
20.06.2025 10:49 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Please spread the word and encourage your neighbours to sign up for our newsletter, to get vital updates and hear about opportunities to engage. Every voice matters!
merchistoncc.org.uk/projects/the...
πππΆββοΈπ΄πΎββοΈπ©πΌβπ¦ΌWe have seen draft plans for the new Polwarth junction design, and they look good! We believe these improvements address our community's safety concerns.
ποΈPublic consultation starts later in the summer.
π£οΈYour voice will be crucial at this stage β we need to show support for these changes!
This is always a well organised and well attended event and Iβm sure this year itβll be no different.
www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/the-edi...
Following the recent pedestrian casualty, it's reassuring to see that the Council is monitoring vehicle speeds on Ashley Terrace.
I noticed the equipment in place back in May, so hopefully the results will be available soon.
Our public in-person community council meeting and AGM is next week - all residents are welcome to join!
ποΈ 17 June
π Polwarth Tennis and Bowling Clubhouse
π£οΈ Share your concerns and ideas!
#Edinburgh #Bruntsfield #ChurchHill #Fountainbridge
#Greenhill #Polwarth #Shandon #Viewforth #Merchiston
Our next (in-person!) Public Meeting and AGM is coming up!
ποΈTuesday 17 June at 7pm
πPolwarth Tennis and Bowling Clubhouse
π£οΈResidents are invited, as always, to attend and share their views
#Edinburgh #Bruntsfield #ChurchHill #Fountainbridge, #Greenhill #Polwarth #Shandon #Viewforth #Merchiston
A yellow and brown toad peeks out from between two logs.
A white lamb looks at the viewer through a fence, head cocked to the left.
A red robin is perched on a fence post in the foreground. The sky in the background is bright blue.
A close-up of a damsel fly with golden and black intricate wings. It is sitting in a person's hand.
Looking for something to keep the kids (or yourself) busy this weekend?
π Safari Walk π¦
Taking photos of the animals you spot on a walk is a great way to add joy to your day. Dogs, cats, birds, squirrels, insects, spiders or worms - what will you find?
Thanks so much for reaching out. We would welcome you to highlight these issues at our upcoming meeting on 17 June. Local city councillors always attend. Or if you can't attend, send your concerns by email and we will follow up; secretary@merchistoncc.org.uk
11.06.2025 16:36 β π 0 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0
Roseburn Path now OPEN! @spokes.org.uk @edinreporter.bsky.social @edinburghminute.bsky.social @sw20.info
11.06.2025 14:10 β π 21 π 9 π¬ 3 π 1
A worker in high visibility clothing installs a 30mph sign on a road in Edinburgh.
Two workers in high visibility clothing install a 30mph sign on a road in Edinburgh.
Earlier this week we began putting up new 30mph signage, in locations across the city.
Once the new signs are in place the speed limit becomes enforceable.
Please respect the speed limit and drive safely.
Here's a map of our community council area
11.06.2025 06:51 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Yes, Colinton road from Bruntsfield to Meggetland
merchistoncc.org.uk/about-us/cou...
