Merchiston Community Council serves the area bounded by Newbattle Terrace in the south, Gray’s Loan and Cowan Road in the west and Dundee Street and Slateford Road to the north. The boundary to the east traverses Whitehouse Loan and most of Leamington Terrace/Road; it was recently adjusted to extend further north at the top end of Leamington Terrace. In addition to the tenement and villa areas, we have the Shandon and Ashley Terrace Colonies and the Thorneil Village with a few modern build areas, primarily along the canalside. So, very diverse housing stock is available within our boundaries.
The zoomable map below shows the current boundaries.
Hi,
I was handed a local plan survey for Morningside on the High Street yesterday. I’m actually in the Merchiston boundary and was wondering if there is a similar survey for Merchiston? We moved here 18 months ago and are still finding out about the place. Only just heard about community councils and would love to know more.
Hi Jo
Thank you for dropping us a note. Do come along to our next meeting. We usually start with resedents questions as an early item so feel free to come along and listen in or give comment. We have a rota of local councillors who often come along and have been most supportive of MDCC. We serve residents and try and reflect the needs and concerns of the community. Please have a look at our web page. (We are in the throws of upgrading it so bear with us) and you can see plans, surveys and items that may affect you. We meet in person for the moment in Merchiston Bowling club but more often online. Best Wishes John