Category News
Canalside Bench Unveiling Ceremony
A handsome new wooden bench has been unveiled on the bank of the Union Canal at Polwarth. Designed and built by local woodworker Janie Morris, the bench was installed by Merchiston Community Council with a community grant from the City…
How to make our homes more energy efficient
Rapidly rising energy prices have made us more conscious than ever of the importance of energy efficiency and well-insulated homes.
Celebrating the Union Canal, May – June 2022
The 2022 Edinburgh Canal Festival, 18th June After a 3 year break, Fountainbridge Canalside Community Trust are organising the Edinburgh Canal Festival and Raft Race on Sat 18th June 2022. The new style Festival has seven main Festival areas to visit with a host…
Tyres Deflation Incidents — Merchiston Community Council Comments
Merchiston Community Council (MCC) has received reports of residents in Bruntsfield, Merchiston and elsewhere having their car tyres deflated by climate activists in a campaign against large Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) and 4x4s.
Update on the Union Canal and Boathouse
At the Merchiston Community Council public meeting in March, we heard a fascinating talk by Andrew Burns in which he provided an update on the restoration of the Ashley Terrace boathouse and other exciting canal-related matters. Andrew, who is Chair of…