The Corstorphine Grapevine May/June 2022 edition

May - June 2022

CAPITAL THEATRES AND PITLOCHRY FESTIVAL THEATRE PRESENT

A MUSICAL WRITTEN BY

STEPHEN GREENHORN

FEATURING THE SONGS OF

STARRING

THE PROCLAIMERS KEITH JACK & CONNOR GOING

Tue 7 to Sat 18 June

0131 529 6000 capitaltheatres.com Distributed FREE to 5000 households/businesses in CORSTORPHINE

LINLITHGOW

St. Margaret’s Park The Fair runs from 11am till 4 pm with the opening parade at 12 noon

If you would like to see what to expect at the fair and what has happened over the years at the Fair, please visit their web-site at www.corstorphinefair.org.uk

Thanks to Allison Conner for Fair Poster design 2

Pop in to view our stunning selection of the finest quality emerald jewellery.

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01506 239 292

info@jbdlinlithgow.com 121 HIGH STREET | LINLITHGOW | EH49 7EJ 3

www.corstorphinegrapevine.co.uk Hello and welcome to the May/June edition of the Corstorphine Grapevine, your local business directory.

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Next Deadlines 20th May Murrayfield Grapevine Jun/Jul/Aug 2022 edition

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(see website for full details) Whilst every care is taken in preparing this booklet to ensure accuracy, the publishers cannot be held responsible for loss, damage or omission caused by an error in an advert. Artwork is accepted from advertisers on the condition that it is legal and copyright free and that the advert is fair and accurate. The publishers cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy of claims made by advertisers or the views expressed by contributors, nor do the publishers necessarily share such views. We reserve the right to refuse articles and advertisements. Reproduction in whole or part without written permission is strictly prohibited.

As we continue to move out of Covid restrictions there is an emphasis on mental health and recovery. Please see pages 33 and 44 regarding activities that may be helpful.

As you know, John Barrett, your former local Member of Parliament and Councillor, always kindly contributes very interesting articles for the Grapevines.

He recently organised a charity concert to fundraise for the Ukraine and I was delighted to be in the position to highlight this event for John who works so hard for the community and this cause is very close to his heart. If you missed this event but would still like to donate please see the information on page 40.

If you are a local business and would like to appear in the Grapevine please contact me - all contact details are at the foot of this page.

CURTAINS & BLINDS

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Corstorphine Library: 0131 529 5506 Corstorphine Community Centre: 07580 659 676 City of Edinburgh Council: 0131 200 2000 East Craigs Medical Practice: 0131 339 6670 Ladywell Medical Centre East: 0131 334 5000 Ladywell Medical Centre West: 0131 334 3602 Parkgrove Medical Centre: 0131 312 6600 Royal Infirmary: 0131 536 1000 Western General: 0131 537 1000 Sick Kids Hospital: 0131 536 0000 NHS 24: 111 Police - Non Emergency: 101 Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 Airport: 08444 888 333 National Rail Enquiries: 03457 48 49 50 Gas - Emergency: 0800 111 999 Scottish Water (24hr): 0800 0778 778

In addition to offering you the services of many local companies I always try and include local and community information regarding events or fundraisers. The wonderful news is that the Corstorphine Fair is back this year - please see page 2, and look forward to Saturday the 4th of June.

FREE ‘At Home’ Service Beautiful Selection Expert Fitting Visit our Showroom in Morningside

The next edition is the July/August/ September (summer) edition and it will be distributed in the first week of July.

Until then please keep well and stay safe.

Best wishes,

Jill

The Corstorphine Grapevine is printed

by Cowan Print Tel : 01236 821177

We are still working so please get intouch CALL US NOW: 0131 447 3135 6-10 Church Hill Place, Edinburgh. EH10 4BD

www.james-erskine.co.uk Making Happy Homes

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Email: anne&jill@corstorphinegrapevine.co.uk

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Cleland Roofing Solutions Ltd started up at an office right next to Turnhouse Golf Club. We have 4 vans with 4 squads working covering all of Scotland. All carry out all roofing works and roughcasting which include:

SLATING AND TILING BUILT UP FELT SYTEMS GUTTER repairs and renewal VELUX SUPPLIED AND FITTED ALL LEAD WORKS RENDER AND HARLING MEWP WORKS ROPE WORKS All the tradesmen are City and Guilds qualified.

We have IPAF and PASMA certificates.

We are members of Safe Contractors, Confederation of Roofing Contractors and Federation of Small Business. (See Below) Fully insured for all working at height, gas and rope works.

Head Office: Dalhousie Business Park, Carrington Road EH19 3HY, Tel 0131 364 4212 Edinburgh Office: 146/2 Turnhouse Road, Edinburgh EH12 0AD, Tel 0131 364 4212

07738 659 959 or 0131 364 4212 George@clelandroofingsolutions.co.uk

www.clelandroofingsolutions.co.uk George Cleland -Managing Director

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We have over 100 years combined experience in the trade

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For all your tree care needs

www.eidyncare.co.uk

0131 285 1221

info@eidyncare.co.uk

157 Broughton Road, Edinburgh EH7 4JJ

Hedge Cutting Hedge Removals Tree Pruning/Reducing Tree Felling/Dismantling Crown Thinning/Crown Raising Stump Removal Garden Clearance

MAKE YOUR BATHROOM SAFE AND COMFORTABLE WITH BMAS If your bathroom is no longer suitable for your needs, BMAS Edinburgh can help. We are a local business that design and install mobility bathrooms for independent and worry-free bathing and showering in your own home.

ARRANGE YOUR FREE NO-OBLIGATION DESIGN APPOINTMENT

For a FREE quote, contact us on

0131 2100 311 www.htctrees.co.uk

J.C. WALKER JOINERY Quality joinery for the home

All Home Improvements carried out to the highest standard including :-

All types of Fencing Work undertaken Wooden Decking

Kitchens / Bathrooms Laminate / Solid Flooring Replacement Doors Skirting / Facings

Fences, sheds, wooden gates, garden furniture

Also Decking & Fencing

Garden sheds

Free estimates & helpful advice No VAT charges Call Jamie Walker on : Home : 0131 339 2636 Mobile : 0790 388 2858 www.jcwalkerjoinery.com E: jamiewalker40@btinternet.com THEY ARE GOOD TO KNOW! 8

OUTDOOR WOODCARE

Cleaned and re-stained

All paintwork

Choose BMAS: � 2,000 bathrooms installed in 10 years � Full design and installation � High-quality products for safety & comfort � Free bathroom design & full quotation � Traditional customer service (no call centres) � Finance options available “MY FINISHED BATHROOM LOOKS BEAUTIFUL AND HAS GIVEN ME BACK MY INDEPENDENCE.”

to specification supplied and assembled

Power Washing Pointing Work

Paths, patios, walls

For a no obligation quote please call George Currie on 07956 352 338 or 0131 337 2697

Showroom Open 10am-5pm 7 days a week 0131 668 2227 bathingmobility.co.uk

Bathing Mobility Advisory Service 7a Grange Road, Edinburgh EH9 1UH Showroom Dobbies Garden Centre, Lasswade

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Here at Prana Edinburgh, not only is it our aim to take your breath away with our authentic cuisine but to create a whole new experience for you to share with family and friends.

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We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week!! 9am - 10pm Join us between 9am-11am for a delicious breakfast to kickstart your day! Or try our delicious Afternoon Tea, Lunch 12pm to 4pm or Dinner 5pm to 10pm

SUDOKU How to play: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3 x 3 box contains the digits 1 through 9, with no repetition!

You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic - there is no maths involved and no adding up.

Solutions on Page 60

Afternoon chai under the flowers is simply bliss!

With a selection of sweet and savoury bites as well as a choice of fizz or tea!

Pre-book your afternoon tea package today - 0131 334 9998

295A St John’s Rd, Corstorphine, Edinburgh EH12 7XF

0131 334 9998

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Company Registration Number- SC626847

KeyLandscapes Ltd

0131 334 5046 0783 461 8625

Lindemann Healthcare

thomas@keylandscapes.org

Key Landscapes provide all hard landscaping work; including fencing driveways patios walling and artificial grass.

We also offer advice on products, landscape design and have an extensive portfolio of work.

All work is guaranteed and we are fully insured.

Always looking for the best people to provide the best care.

To enquire about joining our team in either Juniper Green, Colinton or Morningside please contact us at: hr@lindemann.healthcare

Lorimer House 0131 442 2123 Thorburn Manor 0131 441 6984 Morningside Manor 0131 285 6353

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Caring& Sharing @StAnne’s

Summer Cafe We will meet every Friday morning in the Belgrave Room at St Anne’s Church, Kaimes Road, from 10.30 until 12 noon. Beginning 3rd June until August 26th.

Walking Rugby Have fun, get fit and meet new friends!

Love Rugby? Want to play?

Walking rugby is a simplified version of touch rugby and is suitable for all ages, abilities, and genders.

All welcome Come & join us

Everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy tea, coffee and cake.

We meet at Roseburn Park every Friday afternoon 2:45 pm - 4pm

For information on any aspect of Caring & Sharing @ St Anne’s please contact the Church office on 0131 316 4740 or by email: office@stannescorstorphine.org.uk

Just come down any Friday afternoon or if you have any questions call Derek on 07836 225782 or email mwfcwalkingrugby@gmail.com

CORSTORPHINE FLORAL ART CLUB Enjoy Floral Demonstrations

by Qualified Demonstrators

Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month from Sept –May In St Thomas’s Church Hall Glasgow Road Meeting starts 7 for 7.30pm

Tea Dance TICKETS ON SALE NOW-£5

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paving & driveways

Join us on: Sat 23rd April & Sat 21st May from 2pm - 4pm Pick up your ticket/s from The Hub 191 St Johns Road - shop opening times Monday to Saturday 11am - 3pm

With over 15 years experience we can help turn your dream driveway/garden into reality.

Right from design and planning to installation and after care.

We are always here to help.

We are proud to be the following approved installers - Tobermore driveway and paving installer - Stone market driveway and landscaping installers - Natural paving approved installer

For further information please contact Irene Young

01968 674064

Alpine

Ticket includes tea/ coffee, a light sandwich and a sweet treat

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Driveways, paths, patios, walls.

All work comes with a full warranty on product and installation defects.

Call for a free quotation on 0131 450 7157

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CORSTORPHINE GAS & PLUMBING

Heating Engineer 3/3 Manse Street Corstorphine Edinburgh EH12 7TR

2 Roseburn Terrace Edinburgh EH12 6AW

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DENTAL CARE EH Dental Care

Central Heating and Gas Appliances Repairs, Servicing and Installations Landlord’s Certificates Power Flushing, All Plumbing Work 24 Hour Emergency Call Out

open and accepting new patients Call us for your appointment on

Repair . Maintain . Install All work carried out by Ex-Scottish Gas Service Technician

Free Advice PC DOCTOR EDINBURGH

0131 313 3079

or email info@ehdentalcare.co.uk

Our very popular hygienist service is now extended - appointments now available on Wednesdays and Fridays Hygienist service available to non-members of the practice (minimum appointment time 30 minutes)

www.EHDental.co.uk

Shop Fitting Home Extensions Attic Conversions All Trades Supplied Garage conversions From design to completion

Call out service in Edinburgh

Laptop MAC and PC Repairs

Kitchens

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All computer upgrades and custom built gaming computers

Health checks and screen repairs

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07790 011407

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ALEX NDERS

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

A full range of electrical solutions for your home and business including: • Full/Partial Rewiring • Fuseboard replacements • Design/Installation of Electrical Heating • Low Energy Lighting, design & Installation • Condition Reports & PAT testing all certification provided • General maintenance & repairs

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The Gardening Season!

As a nation, we love our gardens and spend a considerable amount of time and money on them. As we rush to get those jobs in the garden done, there is a risk that gardeners may injure themselves. What everyone wants is to be fit and healthy enough to actually enjoy sitting in their garden and enjoy the fruits of their labours come summer time, so here are some helpful tips from Discover Chiropractic!

CLOTHES • Don’t wear clothes that are tight or could constrict your movement.

WARM UP • Gardening is like any other exercise; you need to warm up first. Don’t go straight into heavy garden work; start off with lighter jobs as this will lessen the chance of muscle strain.

USING A LADDER • When using a ladder or steps, make sure you are always facing it, keeping your shoulders, hips and knees pointing in the same direction.

• Rather than leaning or reaching, move the ladder or step regularly to keep up with where you are.

• Any kind of ladder must be firmly and safely planted in position and, if possible, have someone else there to keep an eye on things.

TAKE A BREAK • Vary your activity by spending no more than 20-30 minutes on any one thing and make sure you take regular breaks.

USHER HALL EDINBURGH Saturday 11th June 2022 at 7.30pm

BE CLEVER WITH THE PAVING • If laying a patio, keep the slab close to your body and bend your knees; it is sometimes better to bend one knee rather than two, as your supporting leg gives you a position of strength.

• If using railway sleepers, two people will probably be needed.

CLEVER PRUNING • Get as close as possible to the things you are pruning and avoid overstretching to reach the area you are dealing with.

• Invest in some long handled secateurs to reach plants and bushes that are beyond normal reach.

PLAN AHEAD • If you are planning a trip to the local DIY store to buy heavy items such as cement or gravel, buy smaller bags rather than one big bag as they are easier and safer to carry.

• If you do buy heavy items, use a trolley and if on your own, ask an assistant at the store to help you.

• If buying things like compost, sand or gravel in bulkier amounts, shovel the contents of the large bags straight into smaller containers or wheelbarrow from the back of the car.

• Don’t lift with your arms straight out, keep the elbows bent and to your side to minimise the stress on your back.

• If having items delivered, have them unloaded as close to where you need them as possible; this will save the effort of moving them again.

• A specialist garden trolley might be worth investing in to move these sorts of materials around, especially if you have lots of patio pots to move around as well.

Ross McDonald & Rebecca Vickery Registered Chiropractors

Tickets £25, £18, £12 (Age 16 and under £5)

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Box Office 0131 228 1155 www.usherhall.co.uk

240 Queensferry Road Blackhall, Edinburgh, EH4 2BP

Registered Scottish Charity SC010753 - www.sfo.org.uk

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WE ARE NOT KNOWINGLY UNDERSOLD all types of Carpets, Vinyls, Karndean, Wood & Laminates

Over 40 years legal experience serving Corstorphine

CS Window & Gutter Cleaning are your local and reliable window cleaning service covering Corstorphine and surrounding areas

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Window Cleaning Gutter Cleaning Conservatory Roof Cleaning UPVC Fascia & Soffit Cleaning

Frames, sills & doors cleaned everytime

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We will move furniture and uplift the old carpets if required.

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DEANJONES BUILDING SERVICES Extensions New builds Alterations Renovations Property repair Ground works

Call: 07931 101 523 01506 885 419 for a FREE, no obligation quote for your home improvement project

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C. S. Gardening & Landscaping Family business with over 20 years experience No job too small and all work guaranteed 24 hour Emergency Service All blockages cleared Outside tap fitted Blocked Manholes Burst pipes Shower fitting Storage tanks New tap fitting & repairs Toilets repaired & replaced Gutter cleaning New installations All plumbing work carried out

Free photographic survey/report with all estimates

For all your gardening needs, including tree & hedge cutting, grass mowing, slabbing, fencing, turfing, contract work, general maintenance & much, much more.

Free estimates.

Insurance Company approved contractor Full Public Liability Insurance All works fully guaranteed Visit our website www.kemproofingcontractors.com

www.currievaleplumbing.co.uk

Contact: Colin Spence 21 Broomhall Gardens, EH12 7QA Phone:

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Annual maintenance programmes available to suit all budgets City of Edinburgh Council approved contractor

We will beat any like for like quote by 10%

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1st Call Locksmiths (Edinburgh) LLP

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Corstorphine Art Group Exhibition 2022

SATURDAY 30th July – SATURDAY 6thAugust 2022 ST. NINIAN’S CHURCH HALL, St. Ninian’s Road, Corstorphine, Edinburgh (access from the front and rear doors of the church)

Come along and enjoy the wide selection of original works by local artists.

Most items on exhibit are available for sale.

Everyone Welcome - Admission Free

Black Vase painted by Carol Carden

Saturday 30th July 10.30am - 4.30pm Monday 1st to Friday 5th August 10.30am - 4.30pm daily LATE OPENING Thursday 4thAugust 10.30 - 6.30pm Saturday 6th August 10.30am - 3.30pm (Last day)

If you would like to find out more about the Corstorphine Art Group and the benefits of being a member, please visit www.corstorphhineartgroup.com for more information.

Corstorphine Community Centre CCC’s Management Committee are currently assessing a viable alternative site for its operations given the expiry of the lease in June on our current premises at 191 St John’s Road.

We will continue to update staff, volunteers, our members and the local community as we make progress in securing this alternative site for CCC For further information please contact: admin@ccchub.online www.corstorphinecommunitycentre.org.uk 28

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We clean your oven……...so you don’t have to Call today to have your Oven, Hob, Extractor, Range or Aga professionally cleaned.

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 All general joinery work  Kitchens - supply/install or install only  Hardwood / laminate flooring  Renovations large or small  Professional all trades service  Any size of job welcome

For a FREE quote and advice contact James Ingram on: Tel: 0131 334 2094 MOB: 07711 335 033 E-mail: james-ingram@sky.com

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The Eric Liddell Community

is inviting you to join their Spring Fair www.ericliddell.org

Care. Compassion. Community.

What to expect:

Where: at their Community Hub – 15 Morningside Road, Edinburgh EH10 4DP

When: Saturday, 14th May 2022 Time: 10.30am-3.30pm

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Art & Craft Stalls Plant Sale Face Painting Cake Sale Pimm’s and Mocktail Stand Kids Activities (cake decorating and treasure hunt) • Raffle

Almond & Western Voluntary Forum Thanks to a grant award from the West Edinburgh Neighbourhood Network the Almond and Western Voluntary Sector Forum are now producing a monthly Voluntary Sector activity programme leaflet for West Edinburgh.

Copies of the leaflet are available in local Community Centres, libraries and various other venues in the area.

Any voluntary organisation wishing to have information included in the next edition should contact admin@energizegym.co.uk

GARDENS OPEN

REDCROFT & INNERWICK Murrayfield Road, Edinburgh EH12 6EP

Saturday & Sunday 14 & 15 May, 2pm - 5pm £5.00, children free

No Strings Attached Community Wind Band will play at 2.30 and 3.30 on Saturday at Redcroft For Canine Partners & SGS Beneficiaries

For further information, please contact a member of the team at support@ericliddell.org The Eric Liddell Community is a registered charity (SC003147).

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Our two clinics are convenient for residents in the west of Edinburgh.

Our headquarters are in the historic South Queensferry and our satellite clinic is in South Gyle which also has parking, disabled parking and is close to buses, the tram and an easy walk from the Gyle shopping centre.

We are available for face-to-face and virtual appointments.

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Local Medical Centres

May Day Monday 2nd

Ladywell Medical Centre West: Tel: 0131 334 3602

Local Schools Monday 2nd holiday Tues 3rd holiday (in service day) Monday 23rd holiday

Closed every Monday - Friday

Edinburgh Academy Half Term 23rd - 25th

Ladywell Road Mon - Friday 8am-6pm

between 1-2pm for staff training Closed*: May: Wed 25th closed 1-6pm June: Fri 3rd all day - Jubilee Day Wed 29th closed 1-6pm

For further information please refer to our website

www.ladywellwest.co.uk

Ladywell Medical Centre East: Tel: 0131 334 5000

26 Featherhall Avenue Mon - Friday 8am-6pm

Closed every Monday - Friday

between 1-2pm for staff training Closed*: May: Wed 25th closed 1-6pm June: Fri 3rd all day - Jubilee Day Wed 29th closed 1-6pm

For further information please refer to our website

www.ladywelleast.co.uk

Parkgrove Medical Centre: Tel: 0131 312 6600

22B Parkgrove Terrace Mon - Friday 8am - 6pm

Closed every Monday - Friday

between 1-2pm for staff training Closed*: June: Friday 3rd all day -Jubilee Day

New registrations welcome

Barclay Medical Practice East Craigs: Tel: 0131 339 6670

10 Bughtlin Market Mon - Friday 8am - 6pm

Closed*: June: Friday 3rd all day - Jubilee Day * Dates correct at time of printing

Please remember your repeat prescriptions if you are going on holiday and as the long weekend for the Jubilee approaches.

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JUNE Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday Friday 3rd Father’s Day Sunday 19th Longest Day Tuesday 21st

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The Return of Faraz Ali – Aamina Ahmad As a small boy, Faraz was ripped from his home in Lahore’s red-light district. Many years later, he’s sent back to cover up the murder of a young girl. Corruption is rife and the life of a prostitute is seen as having little value, but Faraz can’t bring himself to obey orders. Meanwhile, Faraz’s sister is trying to escape their birthplace with her young daughter before it’s too late. An epic, historically rich story that will sweep you away.

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On Bloody Sunday – Julieann Campbell Fourteen people were killed by the Bloody Sunday massacre, half of whom were teenagers. All were unarmed. Most of the people who were shot were running away or helping other victims. Campbell’s On Bloody Sunday includes 110 first-hand accounts of the atrocity, from witnesses, survivors and relatives. It examines both the lead-up to the tragedy and the longfought campaign for justice.

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By John Barrett - former local Member of Parliament and Councillor Many years ago, I offered to do some pro bono work for a Scottish charity. At that time, I made corporate films and videos. The charity asked me to go to Kiev, to make them a fund-raising film, in order to help children over there, who were suffering from cancer, following the explosion at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. Sadly, many of the children I met died in the years following, as their tumours were detected too late to be saved by the treatment available to them.

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In order to help some of the many families in the Ukraine like them, I recently organised a fundraising concert in Corstorphine on April 30 th.

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Most of us need to do less. Many people seem to have too much going on. We work more in order to play more and often give in to peer pressure urging us to join in with a greater number of things. This lifestyle suits a wide range of people, but very rarely is it perfect for gardening folk. This glorious season of plenty is the very best time to make space for gardening.

It cannot be rushed! Gardening is a healing, nurturing activity where mental health is soothed and the soul is fed with contentment.

Joyful tasks for spring • Prioritise the lawn, if you have one, because it will provide a visual feature during the months to come. Cut and reshape the edges, it’s amazing what a difference this makes. Mow carefully and don’t be tempted to take it too low, leaving longer patches for wildlife, where possible.

• Early-spring flowering shrubs often benefit from being pruned back to healthy buds, but take time to check the most effective method for each species. In the case of forsythia, for example, best results are achieved by taking out some of the older stems, right down to the ground. This thins the shrub whilst still allowing it to adopt its natural form. What you don’t want is a ‘mechanical massacre’ whereby everything is rounded into a blob.

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• Celebrate the season by planting out your annuals towards the end of the month, when all danger of frost has passed. Hanging baskets and bedding will provide vibrant colour and interest right through until October.

• If you are growing strawberries, lay straw between the plants and the soil. It will lessen the chance of mould spoiling the crop and will keep those luscious red fruits clean, too.

• Did you know that you can achieve greater yields from your vegetable beds if you plant in triangles rather than rows or squares? Stagger your plants, but don’t plant too closely. The crop is far better when there’s a bit more space in between.

• It’s time to make supports for runner beans.

Allow about 2.5m of height and plant just one bean per support. These can go in the ground at the end of the month.

• Chit and plant potatoes, if you haven’t done so already. They like soft, crumbly soil. Always avoid planting them in boggy sites.

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Given the uncertainty, stress and grief we’ve all experienced in various measures over the last couple of years, it will come as no surprise to hear that mental health issues are on the rise.

Two of the most common mental health disorders in the UK are depression and anxiety.

While people suffering from depression may experience low moods, fatigue, insomnia and decreased self-esteem, anxiety manifests itself through feelings of panic, nausea and shortness of breath. It’s possible to be diagnosed with both.

While self-care practices such as exercise, a good diet and counselling can be effective in treating depression and anxiety, you should always speak to a medical professional if your symptoms don’t improve. Whether or not you’re offered medication will depend on your diagnosis, symptoms and how severely they’re affecting your daily life.

These are the key treatments prescribed by doctors in the UK. Antidepressants Antidepressants are by far the most well-known medicine group for treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety. Although not fully understood, it’s believed that they work by increasing levels of certain chemicals in your brain that help improve your mood.

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antidepressants, each with various potential side effects. Selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are believed to have the fewest, while older medicines such as tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) and mono-amine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) sit on the opposite end of the scale.

Antipsychotics Antipsychotic medications are generally used to treat psychotic disorders but can also be prescribed for severe cases of anxiety and depression. These block the effect of dopamine, a chemical that carries messages across your brain that’s been known to cause symptoms often associated with mental illness.

There are two types; typical or ‘first-generation’ medications have been used since the 1950s, while atypical or ‘second-generation’ antipsychotics were introduced in the 1990s.

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June’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations mark an extraordinary 70 years since Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne, surpassing the previous record held by her great-great-grandmother Queen Victoria, who reigned for 63 years.

Born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary on 21st April 1926 at 17 Bruton Street, London, the girl nicknamed Lilibet wasn’t destined to be Queen.

She was the eldest daughter of Prince Albert and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, Duke and Duchess of York. The Duke, a shy man with a pronounced stammer, was the younger brother of Edward who was heir to the throne, and the family of four with their two daughters were anticipating a quiet life without the heavy responsibilities of rule.

However, an event that shocked the nation was to propel Elizabeth into the spotlight and take her on a quite different path.

Only twelve months after his coronation, Edward VIII’s love for a twice-divorced American woman, Wallace Simpson, led him to abdicate. It may seem strange to us now, but even into the 1960s it was strictly taboo for a sovereign, or member of the Royal family, to marry a divorcee.

As second in line to the throne, Edward’s brother Albert had to take his place. Crowned King George VI on 11th December 1936 at 40 years old, Princess Elizabeth, then ten, became heir.

From that point, her education and upbringing focused on the fact she would one day be Queen.

In 1947, Elizabeth married Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten in Westminster Abbey.

They settled in Clarence House and two years later Prince Charles was born. Although still only 55 years old, in the summer of 1951 King George’s health began to fail and the young Princess Elizabeth had to undertake her first official duty when she stepped in to represent her father at the Trooping of the Colour.

That autumn, Elizabeth and Philip departed for a tour of Canada and Washington DC, where the young couple was enthusiastically received.

In January 1952, they set out for another tour of Australia and New Zealand. However, on 6th February, while en route in Kenya, the King died of a coronary thrombosis at Sandringham.

Elizabeth immediately flew back as Queen. She was just 25 years old.

After three months of private mourning for her beloved father, Queen Elizabeth moved into Buckingham Palace and began to start the routine duties expected of a monarch. She took her role seriously, conducting her first state opening of Parliament in November 1952.

Her coronation was held at Westminster Abbey on 2nd June 1953. Controversially, Prince Philip was instrumental in having the ceremony televised. Both the Queen and her husband subsequently worked to modernise the monarchy while retaining its traditional sense of public duty and creed of “never complain, never explain.”

Like all of us, Queen Elizabeth has lived through difficult times, and last year lost her husband and life companion. But despite bouts of ill health herself, she has stoically continued her duties. Now, aged 96 and still head of the Commonwealth, she has lived a life of service to her country and is admired, respected and loved around the globe.

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Jim McDonaugh, Chair of FoRP said, “This is exactly what our community and park visitors have been waiting for! The refurbished building will be so better than the present eyesore- FoRP are returning the exterior to the way it would have looked when it was first built, 116 years ago- and the interior into a warm and inviting cafe. Visitors will now have somewhere to go for a hot drink and a snack when the work is complete.

Lord Provost, Frank Ross said: “Converting the old toilet block into a café for the whole community to enjoy is a great idea. It will help to support local jobs and volunteering

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The conversion, which will include an accessible toilet, has the backing of local residents and I was delighted to secure the Council funding for the FoRP to allow it to proceed.

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A place to rest their head, extra support for arthritic bones and a little extra TLC - dogs need all of these things as they grow old. Being aware of the issues they face and what you can do to help, will make their twilight years a happy time for both of you.

An orthopaedic bed with a memory foam mattress will support their joints by moulding itself around them, helping with blood circulation. Problems such as hip dysplasia often show themselves in middle age, so even if you don’t consider your dog to be elderly, it may be worthwhile investing in this type of bed.

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Luxury beds A self-heating bed has metallised insulation below the lining and ‘reflects’ your pet’s body heat back for extra warmth. Covered with a sheepskin or fleece outer layer, your dog will love you all winter long!

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Charley Chau Snuggle Bed £100. www.charleychau.com

Hard floors are very popular with many homeowners and particularly with pet owners, but would you want to sleep on one? An elevated bed keeps your dog away from a cold floor.

One of the most important considerations is the material used to make the bed and mattress. You can buy alpaca fibre and soft fleece fillings, but it’s also important to think about practicality, so zip-off covers should be a priority to maintain hygiene.

A comfortable place to sleep is important for dogs of all ages, but particularly so for those in their later years.

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“Priorities, mate. Priorities. Stacy’s invited her cousin Mandy over and I volunteered to do a barbeque.”

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“I’m still looking for Dirty Dancing, are you sure you haven’t seen it?”

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Dean’s ears pricked up.

“I’ll go and ask him for it then.”

“You can’t, he’s away for the weekend.”

Dean heard Stacy sigh and walk off. Not only was he holding her sausages, he absolutely didn’t have her DVD, and now he was going to have to hide in his own house for the next 48 hours. Jeremy had completely stitched him up.

“What’s really cooking on the barbeque, Jez?” Dean asked flatly. “It’s the DVD, isn’t it?”

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Bootcamp & Online Training Quality coached sessions delivered by a high-performance coach. These sessions are not developed just to make you tired; you will be informed and educated so your mind thinks, and your waistline shrinks.

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12 years in professional sport.

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Bootcamp Sessions FIRM

Designed for all that want to achieve that toned and firm look. These classes will incorporate free weights and resistance bands to strengthen and condition your body.

FLAME

High-intensity intervals training (HIIT) classes created to keep your heart rate and sweat levels high to ensure those calories are burnt in the flame!

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18.30 FIRM

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