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Public Meetings
We hold public meetings regularly throughout the year, at 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm on the third Tuesday of the month.
The meetings in 2026 will be as follows (in person if not otherwise stated)
- June 16th
- September 15th
- October 20th
- November 17th (in person or online – tbc)
In person meetings are held at Merchiston Tennis and Bowling Club, Polwarth Terrace, EH11 1NA
There will be no public meeting in April, July, August and December.
We will use the following Zoom link for our online public meetings:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86913505145?pwd=Q2hXVFh3OCtBdjNiUGlJMm9
Latest News
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The Past and Future of Urban Trees in our Neighbourhood
Merchiston Districts Community Council’s “Tree Project” “The long-term management of trees ….is of paramount importance” * Why should we care about trees? There are many compelling answers. We live in times of twin biodiversity and climate crises. In urban areas, trees capture carbon, clean the air, reduce flooding, improve human health and well-being, improve the…
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Public consultation on City of Edinburgh Council (CEC) Public Entertainment Resolution and Licence Conditions Policy Review
CEC invites responses to a public consultation on its review of the Public Entertainment Resolution and Licence Conditions. Given the expanding range of activities in Edinburgh which require a licence to ensure public safety and to prevent crime, and in order to review and modernise the licensing conditions the Regulatory Committee approved a consultation on…
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Our next public meeting is on 19th May at 7 pm
Our next public meeting will take place in person at the Merchiston Tennis and Bowling Club on Tuesday May 19th at 7 pm. All residents in our area are most welcome to attend! The agenda can be found here
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Merchiston Bowling Club invites new members to join!
Merchiston Bowling Club Polwarth Terrace, Edinburgh, EHII INA Tel: Keith on 07961 615443 or Shona on 07919 848027 shomalc9@gmail.com JOIN OUR FRIENDLY LOCAL BOWLING CLUB Looking for a new hobby, some gentle exercise, and a great way to meet people? Come and try lawn bowls with us! Whether you are a complete beginner or have played…