Merchiston Districts Community Council
@merchistoncc.bsky.social
Community Council serving the Edinburgh areas of Bruntsfield, Church Hill, Fountainbridge, Greenhill, Polwarth, Shandon and Viewforth. https://merchistoncc.org.uk
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This weekend is RSPB's #biggardenbirdwatch
All you need is one hour. Connect with nature & count the birds you see.
Take part in a garden, a local park, or from a cozy spot by your window.
Sign up now and download a free digital guide.
www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happen...
All you need is one hour. Connect with nature & count the birds you see.
Take part in a garden, a local park, or from a cozy spot by your window.
Sign up now and download a free digital guide.
www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happen...
January 23, 2026 at 8:55 AM
This weekend is RSPB's #biggardenbirdwatch
All you need is one hour. Connect with nature & count the birds you see.
Take part in a garden, a local park, or from a cozy spot by your window.
Sign up now and download a free digital guide.
www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happen...
All you need is one hour. Connect with nature & count the birds you see.
Take part in a garden, a local park, or from a cozy spot by your window.
Sign up now and download a free digital guide.
www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happen...
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The final 6 days of this!! Pianodrome Bruntsfield Community Hub www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/pianodrome...
Pianodrome Bruntsfield Community Hub
We are raising funds to create a warm, beautiful community hub in the centre of Edinburgh with our Pianodrome at its heart.
www.crowdfunder.co.uk
January 21, 2026 at 12:50 PM
The final 6 days of this!! Pianodrome Bruntsfield Community Hub www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/pianodrome...
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The school run is the #1 source of school carbon emissions, outweighing heating and electricity, according to a new report from Eco Schools and @keepbritaintidy.bsky.social 💨🌿
Walking and wheeling to school reduces pollution and cuts down on chaos at the school gates - it's a win-win!
Walking and wheeling to school reduces pollution and cuts down on chaos at the school gates - it's a win-win!
January 22, 2026 at 11:36 AM
The school run is the #1 source of school carbon emissions, outweighing heating and electricity, according to a new report from Eco Schools and @keepbritaintidy.bsky.social 💨🌿
Walking and wheeling to school reduces pollution and cuts down on chaos at the school gates - it's a win-win!
Walking and wheeling to school reduces pollution and cuts down on chaos at the school gates - it's a win-win!
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Why do people support or oppose bike lanes? Research sheds light on public opinion
theconversation.com/why-do-peopl...
theconversation.com/why-do-peopl...
Why do people support or oppose bike lanes? Our research sheds light on public opinion
Research suggests that more consultation about cycle lanes would bring more support for them.
theconversation.com
January 22, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Why do people support or oppose bike lanes? Research sheds light on public opinion
theconversation.com/why-do-peopl...
theconversation.com/why-do-peopl...
Have your say on the future planning of south and southwest central Edinburgh. @banzaiedinburgh.bsky.social want your views to develop a Local Place Plan.
First People's Assembly is Sat 31 Jan, 1-4pm, St Oswald's Centre (pianodrome), 41 Montpelier Pk, Edinburgh EH10 4NB.
First People's Assembly is Sat 31 Jan, 1-4pm, St Oswald's Centre (pianodrome), 41 Montpelier Pk, Edinburgh EH10 4NB.
Our Neighborhood in 2040 1st People's Assembly 1-4pm Sat 31 Jan Bruntsfield
Have your say on the future of Bruntsfield, Merchiston, Marchmont and Sciennes - free lunch at Pianodrome then a meetup to explore ideas.
lpp31jan.eventbrite.co.uk
January 21, 2026 at 2:58 PM
Have your say on the future planning of south and southwest central Edinburgh. @banzaiedinburgh.bsky.social want your views to develop a Local Place Plan.
First People's Assembly is Sat 31 Jan, 1-4pm, St Oswald's Centre (pianodrome), 41 Montpelier Pk, Edinburgh EH10 4NB.
First People's Assembly is Sat 31 Jan, 1-4pm, St Oswald's Centre (pianodrome), 41 Montpelier Pk, Edinburgh EH10 4NB.
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We‘ve put together an explainer on floating bus stops, particularly with regard to the transformative Dundee St active travel scheme
blackfordsaferoutes.co.uk/jgps-travel-...
blackfordsaferoutes.co.uk/jgps-travel-...
Dundee Street and Fountainbridge active travel consultation - response - Blackford Safe Routes
Consultation response to the Dundee St and Fountainbridge active travel project - protected cycle lanes and pedestrian improvements
blackfordsaferoutes.co.uk
January 21, 2026 at 2:16 PM
We‘ve put together an explainer on floating bus stops, particularly with regard to the transformative Dundee St active travel scheme
blackfordsaferoutes.co.uk/jgps-travel-...
blackfordsaferoutes.co.uk/jgps-travel-...
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As we’re deep in the Januaryuaryuary slump, let’s pool our local knowledge.
What are your best tips for getting through the month in Edinburgh on a budget? Looking for:
🍟 Cheap eats & hidden gems
🖼️ Free days out/frugal fun
🤝 Shared resources & community advice
Drop your suggestions below! 👇
What are your best tips for getting through the month in Edinburgh on a budget? Looking for:
🍟 Cheap eats & hidden gems
🖼️ Free days out/frugal fun
🤝 Shared resources & community advice
Drop your suggestions below! 👇
January 21, 2026 at 12:56 PM
As we’re deep in the Januaryuaryuary slump, let’s pool our local knowledge.
What are your best tips for getting through the month in Edinburgh on a budget? Looking for:
🍟 Cheap eats & hidden gems
🖼️ Free days out/frugal fun
🤝 Shared resources & community advice
Drop your suggestions below! 👇
What are your best tips for getting through the month in Edinburgh on a budget? Looking for:
🍟 Cheap eats & hidden gems
🖼️ Free days out/frugal fun
🤝 Shared resources & community advice
Drop your suggestions below! 👇
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There was a lovely light along the canal this afternoon. #edinburgh
January 20, 2026 at 4:51 PM
There was a lovely light along the canal this afternoon. #edinburgh
Our Community Council meeting is tonight! Please join online if you can. Resident views are most welcome 😊
#polwarth #shandon #merchiston #bruntsfield #greenhill #fountainbridge #viewforth #greenhill
#polwarth #shandon #merchiston #bruntsfield #greenhill #fountainbridge #viewforth #greenhill
📢 Our next Community Council meeting is online Tuesday, 20th Jan at 7pm. All residents welcome!
Raise your local concerns, and learn about the latest initiatives around road safety, policing, planning, and more.
This is YOUR chance to shape our neighbourhood.
Zoom link at merchistoncc.org.uk
Raise your local concerns, and learn about the latest initiatives around road safety, policing, planning, and more.
This is YOUR chance to shape our neighbourhood.
Zoom link at merchistoncc.org.uk
January 20, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Our Community Council meeting is tonight! Please join online if you can. Resident views are most welcome 😊
#polwarth #shandon #merchiston #bruntsfield #greenhill #fountainbridge #viewforth #greenhill
#polwarth #shandon #merchiston #bruntsfield #greenhill #fountainbridge #viewforth #greenhill
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The Union Canal being a Sky Mirror this morning. I loved the roofs at the very end just catching the rising sun, while everything else is in shade.
#Edinburgh #Edimbourg #photography #photographie #architecture
#Edinburgh #Edimbourg #photography #photographie #architecture
January 20, 2026 at 10:09 AM
The Union Canal being a Sky Mirror this morning. I loved the roofs at the very end just catching the rising sun, while everything else is in shade.
#Edinburgh #Edimbourg #photography #photographie #architecture
#Edinburgh #Edimbourg #photography #photographie #architecture
Diversion of buses 10 and 27 has been postponed for one week. Plan is now for it to start next Monday, 26 Jan
www.lothianbuses.com/live-travel-...
www.lothianbuses.com/live-travel-...
Service Update - Lothian Buses
Lothian Buses - Local bus services in and around Edinburgh
www.lothianbuses.com
January 19, 2026 at 7:57 PM
Diversion of buses 10 and 27 has been postponed for one week. Plan is now for it to start next Monday, 26 Jan
www.lothianbuses.com/live-travel-...
www.lothianbuses.com/live-travel-...
That's happening too!
Resurfacing of Temple Park crescent from 16 February to 15 May 2026.
We've also heard rumours of pavement widening at this junction but no details...
Resurfacing of Temple Park crescent from 16 February to 15 May 2026.
We've also heard rumours of pavement widening at this junction but no details...
January 19, 2026 at 7:35 PM
That's happening too!
Resurfacing of Temple Park crescent from 16 February to 15 May 2026.
We've also heard rumours of pavement widening at this junction but no details...
Resurfacing of Temple Park crescent from 16 February to 15 May 2026.
We've also heard rumours of pavement widening at this junction but no details...
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We've been made aware of malicious QR codes being put on some of our parking ticket machines around the city.
Please do not scan these. If you see any please report them to us.
Please do not scan these. If you see any please report them to us.
January 19, 2026 at 10:08 AM
We've been made aware of malicious QR codes being put on some of our parking ticket machines around the city.
Please do not scan these. If you see any please report them to us.
Please do not scan these. If you see any please report them to us.
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Local Heron action. Every neighbourhood should have one! The Union Canal is a huge green asset to Fountainbridge.
I met a heron at Leamington Lift Bridge this morning. It's obviously used to people and was just wandering about as joggers ran by. #Edinburgh.
PS don't drop litter
PS don't drop litter
January 17, 2026 at 12:52 PM
Local Heron action. Every neighbourhood should have one! The Union Canal is a huge green asset to Fountainbridge.
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🚧Gilmore Place resurfacing works🚧
“Residents have told us in no uncertain terms that they want us to get on with repairing our roads, and that’s what we’re focused on delivering.”
www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/01/15/b...
“Residents have told us in no uncertain terms that they want us to get on with repairing our roads, and that’s what we’re focused on delivering.”
www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/01/15/b...
Busy Edinburgh Street to be closed for months for resurfacing with buses diverted - Deadline News
EDINBURGH'S Gilmore Place, a busy street running from Polwarth to Tollcross, will be closed for up to four months as it undergoes resurfacing work, with buses diverted.
www.deadlinenews.co.uk
January 17, 2026 at 9:05 AM
🚧Gilmore Place resurfacing works🚧
“Residents have told us in no uncertain terms that they want us to get on with repairing our roads, and that’s what we’re focused on delivering.”
www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/01/15/b...
“Residents have told us in no uncertain terms that they want us to get on with repairing our roads, and that’s what we’re focused on delivering.”
www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/01/15/b...
📢 Our next Community Council meeting is online Tuesday, 20th Jan at 7pm. All residents welcome!
Raise your local concerns, and learn about the latest initiatives around road safety, policing, planning, and more.
This is YOUR chance to shape our neighbourhood.
Zoom link at merchistoncc.org.uk
Raise your local concerns, and learn about the latest initiatives around road safety, policing, planning, and more.
This is YOUR chance to shape our neighbourhood.
Zoom link at merchistoncc.org.uk
January 16, 2026 at 2:19 PM
📢 Our next Community Council meeting is online Tuesday, 20th Jan at 7pm. All residents welcome!
Raise your local concerns, and learn about the latest initiatives around road safety, policing, planning, and more.
This is YOUR chance to shape our neighbourhood.
Zoom link at merchistoncc.org.uk
Raise your local concerns, and learn about the latest initiatives around road safety, policing, planning, and more.
This is YOUR chance to shape our neighbourhood.
Zoom link at merchistoncc.org.uk
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⭐Additional tickets released!⭐
Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for the first in our series of FREE online training sessions. These sessions cover a variety of topics from community-led planning to renewable energy.
🔗Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/planning-a...
Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for the first in our series of FREE online training sessions. These sessions cover a variety of topics from community-led planning to renewable energy.
🔗Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/planning-a...
January 15, 2026 at 12:00 PM
⭐Additional tickets released!⭐
Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for the first in our series of FREE online training sessions. These sessions cover a variety of topics from community-led planning to renewable energy.
🔗Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/planning-a...
Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for the first in our series of FREE online training sessions. These sessions cover a variety of topics from community-led planning to renewable energy.
🔗Book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/planning-a...
Bus diversion services 10 and 27 - more details on this decision from @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social :
We agree it's not ideal. The council had to make some difficult choices. Here is the response from the Council’s Roads Asset Management team:
“We are making use of road closure to ensure that there is a safe working environment for the contractors working on Gilmore Place.... 1/6
“We are making use of road closure to ensure that there is a safe working environment for the contractors working on Gilmore Place.... 1/6
January 15, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Bus diversion services 10 and 27 - more details on this decision from @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social :
Clarification: buses will be diverted the whole time but the road will only be closed on weekdays.
Weekday diversion of @lothianbuses.bsky.social buses 10 & 27 starting next Monday 19 Jan for four months. These services will run via Colinton Road and Bruntsfield place in both directions.
Source: www.lothianbuses.com/alert/0fc843...
Source: www.lothianbuses.com/alert/0fc843...
January 15, 2026 at 7:51 AM
Clarification: buses will be diverted the whole time but the road will only be closed on weekdays.
Weekday diversion of @lothianbuses.bsky.social buses 10 & 27 starting next Monday 19 Jan for four months. These services will run via Colinton Road and Bruntsfield place in both directions.
Source: www.lothianbuses.com/alert/0fc843...
Source: www.lothianbuses.com/alert/0fc843...
January 14, 2026 at 10:21 PM
Weekday diversion of @lothianbuses.bsky.social buses 10 & 27 starting next Monday 19 Jan for four months. These services will run via Colinton Road and Bruntsfield place in both directions.
Source: www.lothianbuses.com/alert/0fc843...
Source: www.lothianbuses.com/alert/0fc843...
Insightful, upsetting and frankly not surprising to see data on vehicles speeding near schools. Our residents have been saying this for decades...
🚨 Shocking Stats on Speeding Near Edinburgh Schools! 🚨
I’ve been exploring this fascinating tool: speeding.hasp.ac.uk
It uses GPS data to show how often goods vehicles are speeding in Edinburgh (and beyond). The results? Honestly worrying.
More>>
I’ve been exploring this fascinating tool: speeding.hasp.ac.uk
It uses GPS data to show how often goods vehicles are speeding in Edinburgh (and beyond). The results? Honestly worrying.
More>>
January 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Insightful, upsetting and frankly not surprising to see data on vehicles speeding near schools. Our residents have been saying this for decades...
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We've spotted that the Voi bikes have discounts for various groups.
Check it out and see if you are eligible.
www.voi.com/equitable-ac...
#edinburgh #cycling
Check it out and see if you are eligible.
www.voi.com/equitable-ac...
#edinburgh #cycling
www.voi.com
January 12, 2026 at 4:29 PM
We've spotted that the Voi bikes have discounts for various groups.
Check it out and see if you are eligible.
www.voi.com/equitable-ac...
#edinburgh #cycling
Check it out and see if you are eligible.
www.voi.com/equitable-ac...
#edinburgh #cycling
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🚨Edinburgh Development Summary 2026 Mapped!
I have updated my Google Earth map for the Edinburgh Dev summary 2026 created by Kenspekle on SkyScraper City once again.
You can zoom around the city using the link below. ⏬(Best on a desktop)
www.city-scope.co.uk/dev-summary-26
I have updated my Google Earth map for the Edinburgh Dev summary 2026 created by Kenspekle on SkyScraper City once again.
You can zoom around the city using the link below. ⏬(Best on a desktop)
www.city-scope.co.uk/dev-summary-26
January 11, 2026 at 4:09 PM
🚨Edinburgh Development Summary 2026 Mapped!
I have updated my Google Earth map for the Edinburgh Dev summary 2026 created by Kenspekle on SkyScraper City once again.
You can zoom around the city using the link below. ⏬(Best on a desktop)
www.city-scope.co.uk/dev-summary-26
I have updated my Google Earth map for the Edinburgh Dev summary 2026 created by Kenspekle on SkyScraper City once again.
You can zoom around the city using the link below. ⏬(Best on a desktop)
www.city-scope.co.uk/dev-summary-26
Thanks to the 100+ people who responded to our survey! ⭐
You have clearly told us you find this junction unsafe and changes are urgently needed. We will share a summary of key insights & prepare our application to @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social Local Traffic Improvement Programme ASAP. Stay tuned!
You have clearly told us you find this junction unsafe and changes are urgently needed. We will share a summary of key insights & prepare our application to @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social Local Traffic Improvement Programme ASAP. Stay tuned!
Merchiston Avenue junction improvements - share your views by 10 Jan.
Do you walk, cycle, drive or wheel through Merchiston Ave at Merchiston Pl/ Rochester Terr? We want to propose changes to @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social
Survey at: merchistoncc.org.uk/merchiston-a...
Do you walk, cycle, drive or wheel through Merchiston Ave at Merchiston Pl/ Rochester Terr? We want to propose changes to @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social
Survey at: merchistoncc.org.uk/merchiston-a...
January 11, 2026 at 1:34 PM
Thanks to the 100+ people who responded to our survey! ⭐
You have clearly told us you find this junction unsafe and changes are urgently needed. We will share a summary of key insights & prepare our application to @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social Local Traffic Improvement Programme ASAP. Stay tuned!
You have clearly told us you find this junction unsafe and changes are urgently needed. We will share a summary of key insights & prepare our application to @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social Local Traffic Improvement Programme ASAP. Stay tuned!
Tomorrow! Harrison Park East Orchard Wassail
11 Jan, 11-1
Join the Fountainbridge Canalside Greenspace group to welcome in the New Year and celebrate the orchard with orchard care, shared songs, poems and stories, and some mulled apple juice.
Info: www.fcct.scot/2025/12/03/o...
11 Jan, 11-1
Join the Fountainbridge Canalside Greenspace group to welcome in the New Year and celebrate the orchard with orchard care, shared songs, poems and stories, and some mulled apple juice.
Info: www.fcct.scot/2025/12/03/o...
January 10, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Tomorrow! Harrison Park East Orchard Wassail
11 Jan, 11-1
Join the Fountainbridge Canalside Greenspace group to welcome in the New Year and celebrate the orchard with orchard care, shared songs, poems and stories, and some mulled apple juice.
Info: www.fcct.scot/2025/12/03/o...
11 Jan, 11-1
Join the Fountainbridge Canalside Greenspace group to welcome in the New Year and celebrate the orchard with orchard care, shared songs, poems and stories, and some mulled apple juice.
Info: www.fcct.scot/2025/12/03/o...