Polwarth Roundabout: The Numbers Are In
The latest data confirms that our busiest neighbourhood junction demands a serious rethink.
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Polwarth junction redesign – February project updates
We have been out on the streets chatting with residents about plans to make the Polwarth Junction a safer and more pleasant place to shop, linger, walk and cycle. Your responses have been largely positive, ranging from “hallelujah!” to “We’ve…
A win for the Polwarth Pavement Project
Great news: change is coming to the Polwarth Roundabout! We are delighted to report that the City of Edinburgh Council is redesigning the Polwarth roundabout junction to improve safety, following a campaign by the Merchiston Community Council (MCC). This is…
Tree Work and Conservation
Work on garden trees – pruning or felling – within the conservation area of Merchiston and Greenhill is regulated by the City of Edinburgh Council. This paper is a guide for residents on the rules and how they apply…
A Message of Appreciation for the Replacement Bench at Polwarth Church
We recently received an email (below) from a previous resident of our area expressing their appreciation for the new bench on the bank of the canal behind Polwarth Church. The new bench was unveiled in 2022 (see photo above), after…
The Merchiston Leaf Clearing project
Merchiston is a long established community blessed with many beautiful trees which can look glorious when they change colour in autumn. But sadly, when the trees lose their leaves, a huge volume of leaves pile up on the pavements and…