Latest News

Cannabis in Craiglockhart?! L&B Police Offer advice

Over the last couple of months there has been a number of large cannabis cultivations discovered in residential properties in this side of the city.

Festive Newsletter from the Scottish Business Crime Centre

Good crime prevention advice for this time of year when risks are unfortunately higher than normal.

Fundraising Event for Happy Valley Public Art Sculpture

The first in a series of fundraising events will be a Ceilidh to be held in the Pavillion of Bororoughmuir Rugby Club on 11th December 2009 

Friends of Craiglockhart Woods and Nature Trail Green Flag Event

There was an official Green Flag Raising ceremony at the former curling rink North of Craiglockhart Pond

Nominations for Community Council Elections

Community councils are looking for people from all walks of life to join them.  The nomination period runs from 31 Aug to 14 Sept 2009

Restoration of Pillars on Craiglockhart Drive South

As well as renovating the stonework, new wrought iron work has been made for the top of the pillars. 

Easter Craiglockhart Hill LNR Awarded Green Flag

This award is one of only 10 in the whole of Scotland

Re-opening of Craiglockhart Leisure Centre

After a major year-long refurbishment the Centre is now fully open again. 

Friends of Craiglockhart Woods and Nature Trail 2009 Fete

This annual event proved as popular as ever inspite of a weather glitch at the start resulting in a flurry of umbrellas.

Press Release in respect of Craiglockhart Public Art Project

Following exhibitions and public feedback Lara Greene's sculpture has been chosen for installation at Happy Valley.

The Craiglockhart Pond Swan Family 2009

Our eight signets seem healthy and are growing up fast!

The Craiglockhart Woods Group EGM

An Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) was called to consider a proposal to merge The Craiglockhart Woods Group and the Friends of Craiglockhart Nature Trail and this was duly approved

Update on Possible Extension of Controlled Parking Zones

A report has now been published and there is currently no intention of having a CPZ in the Craiglockhart area.

Update on Happy Valley Permanent Public Art Commission

We have received extensive feedback for which we are most grateful.

We also wish to thank the venues that hosted our exhibitions. 

Plans available for proposed 60 bedroom Care Home at Meggetgate

Detailed plans and drawings for the proposal in respect of the area to the north west of Meggetland are now available.  

Launch of Happy Valley Permanent Public Art Commission

Videos of the presentations on 24th February 2009 by the three short listed artists are now available along with photos and their slide files. 

Possible Extension of Controlled Parking Zones

The City Council are carrying out a public consultation in respect of a possible CPZ extension to cover the Lockharton and Meggetland areas.

Happy Valley Permanent Public Art Commission

Craiglockhart Community Council is seeking submissions from artists to celebrate our area and make a positive statement about our community.

Major Upgrade to Craiglockhart Sports Centre Progressing

Following City Council approval for Edinburgh Leisure's planned £2.5m refurbishment of the gyms, fitness studios, badminton & squash courts, the contactors have now started work in earnest .

The New Pedestrian Crossing at Meggetland is on its Way

To facilitate the installation of Puffin type crossings, parking restrictions will be in force from 23 June until project completion.

The Craiglockhart Woods Group Fete

This was a very well attended and enjoyable event

Bench seat on path leading down to Union Canal now replaced

The seat is near the top of the path leading from Craiglockhart Road North down to the Canal towpath and Allan Park

Upgrades to steps, paths and access in Craiglockhart Woods

As part of an on-going programme of improvements organised by TCWG new steps and ramps have been installed.

New Arrivals on Craiglockhart Pond

It seems that seven is this year's lucky number. This week we have seen seven signets and seven ducklings join the pond's population.

Community Tree Planting in Craiglockhart Dell

Following last year's tidy up of old trees this Spring has seen some re-planting with native species in five of the sparser areas.

Craiglockhart Playgroup Happily set to Continue

The Playgroup has long been a part of the Craiglockhart Community but through dwindling numbers its future had been uncertain.

Restoration of Redhall Doocot (dovecote) by CEC now completed

This historic building can be found at the north end of Redhall House Drive at the top of a little wooded glen leading down to the Water of Leith.

Major Upgrade for Union Canal

During February and March,  British Waterways Scotland carried out major upgrade work including on a stretch running through Craiglockhart.

Night Flights over Craiglockhart for 8 Months

BAA have given advance warning of  changes to the fight paths while the main Edinburgh runway is being completely resurfaced from 30th March

Craiglockhart Dell - Kate's Mill Bridge now Restored

Following its closure for repairs in November 2007 the bridge is now fully operational again 

New Bench Seat installed on the Union Canal in Craiglockhart

Craiglockhart Community Council have provided a bench seat for all users of the towpath to enjoy 

Presentations marking the retirement of George Hunter

Our AGM was the occasion to mark George's 11 years of sterling service to Craiglockhart residents as our local City Councillor

Election Results for Ward 9 Fountainbridge/ Craiglockhart

The three Councillors who will represent the new Ward have been declared.