The Murrayfield Grapevine April/May 2023 edition

Useful Numbers

Balgreen Library: 529 5585

City of Edinburgh Council: 200 2000

Murrayfield Medical Practice: 337 6151

Riversdale Crescent

Murrayfield Medical Centre: 337 2166

Saughton Crescent

Royal Infirmary: 536 1000

Western General: 537 1000

Sick Kids Hospital: 536 0000

NHS 24: 111

Police - Non Emergency: 101

Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111

Edinburgh Airport: 08444 888 333

National Rail Enquiries: 03457 48 49 50

Gas - Emergency: 0800 111 999

Scottish Water (24hr): 0800 0778 778

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20th APRILCorstorphine Grapevine May/June 2023 Edition

Hello and welcome to your latest edition of the Murrayfield Grapevine, your local business directory. Spring is in the air as Easter approaches. For your easy reference School holiday information for Easter, and other dates of interest can be found on page 40. Easter Church Service information can be found on page 32.

I am delighted to include information for the Royal Botanic Garden in this edition - please see the Back Cover. Throughout this edition you will find information of events taking place locally. Please give them your support. In addition, Northern Streams on page 36 are kindly offering the chance to win tickets to their wonderful festival in April.

I hope that you enjoy this edition. If you have a local business that you would like to highlight then please just contact me - all contact details are below.

19th MAYMurrayfield Grapevine Summer 2023

Edition

(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.

The next edition of the Murrayfield Grapevine is the summer edition covering the months of June/July and August, and will distributed in the first week of June.

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Edinburgh EH12 7TR 07884 017577

Central Heating and Gas Appliances

Repairs, Servicing and Installations

Landlord’s Certificates

Power Flushing, All Plumbing Work

24 Hour Emergency Call Out

Repair . Maintain . Install

All work carried out by Ex-Scottish Gas Service Technician

Alpine paving offers the complete garden services, with over 15 years experience we cover all paving. Landscaping, fencing, turfing, grass cutting, tree work & general tidy ups in Edinburgh, the Lothian and Fife. All rubbish is removed. All staff are uniformed and friendly and knowledgeable. We are fully insured.

We also offer a power washing service to clean and restore all driveways, patios and paths. Ask about our sealing and weed removal options.

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COME AND TRY CROQUET !

Balgreen Croquet and Bowling Club (behind Balgreen Primary School) welcomes:

• Beginners

• Corporate groups

• Social groups

It’s a great way to spend an afternoon. All equipment and tuition provided. For more details visit

www.balgreencroquet.club

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.

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

240 Queensferry Road Blackhall, Edinburgh, EH4 2BP 0131 332 0063

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We have a mixture of 80/20 wool and manmade carpets (Polypropylene) most of the manmade carpets are Stain Resistant and bleach cleanable.

We offer Full fitting service Carpets & LVT Uplift and dispose of old carpets or flooring

Underlays Gripper Bars And all accessories

We are currently the only shop in Edinburgh with a stand for Coretec LVT click system. Its 100% water proof and is guaranteed for life.

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Hello again everyone,

With summer approaching fast, most damaged roofs and leaks go unnoticed and untreated, however summertime is the perfect time to get someone out and inspect the most important part of your home.

You may wonder why this would matter as there is no leak or visible damage, with the majority of our bigger jobs the issue has come from a small problem that unfortunately develops into a bigger one. Leaving your roof with no inspection can cause further damage and most importantly can be incredibly pricey. Here at DM Duncan and Son we offer FREE estimates to make sure this does not happen to your home.

You may be interested to know that we also have a limited time offer on for our roof maintenance package usually costing £320, NOW only costing £150. As this is only a limited time offer, be sure to get in touch as soon as possible if you are interested in the deal.

Lastly the DM Duncan and son team would like to give a big thank you to jill at the Grapevine for giving us the opportunity to reach out to you all again.

Take care, until next time……

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 House extensions

 Attic conversions

 Kitchens

 Bathrooms

 Full and Part Renovation

 Doors (both internal & external)

 Full & part rewiring

 New fuseboards, showers, cookers, extractor fans, extra sockets, power points

 Smoke alarms

 Spotlights, uplighters, downlighters, pelmet lights

 Outdoor lighting, security lighting

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Builders & Suppliers of Sandstone Products

25c Bankhead Drive, Sighthill Industrial Estate, Edinburgh EH11 4DN 0131 285 5560 enquiries@dibeveridge.uk

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Our skilled team of stonemasons can carry out any repairs, alterations, or improvements to properties of any age or size.

• Pointing services

• Stonework

• Brickwork

• Blockwork

• Property repairs and alterations

• Structural alterations and repairs

• Bespoke stone dressing etc

All works carried out to a flawless standard. If the service, you require is not listed then please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Why choose us?

• Combined 30 Years’ Experience

• Domestic & Commercial work

• Fully qualified & Accredited

• All Size Projects Welcome

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We are specialist suppliers and stone masonry contractors based in Edinburgh. We supply and build quality sandstone products and we provide over 30 years’ experience in all aspects of masonry from restoration and conservation through to new build. Along with the supply we provide our time served and experienced stonemasons to build and fix all stonework from random rubble walling, stone dressing, restoration works, conservation works and sandstone cladding on new builds.

Beautiful Bespoke Kitchens - Handmade in Scotland

We are also able to offer all manner of surfaces, including granites, marbles and quartz for kitchen/ bathroom worktops, window cills and bar worktops. Samples available to view at our showroom/ yard at Sighthill Industrial Estate, Edinburgh where works are carried from start to finish.

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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

For further information

please contact

Irene Young 01968 674064

Breast Feeding Support Group

Meet Tuesdays 11.15am -12.15pm

Rannoch Centre

6 Rannoch Terrace

Edinburgh EH4 7ES - just behind Drumbrae Hub

KeyLandscapes Ltd

0131 334 5046

0783 461 8625

thomas@keylandscapes.org

This is a group for mums and babies experiencing breastfeeding challenges.

Please do come!

We are very excited to be back and would love to see you and your baby

For more information call 0131 286 5023 (Stewart Team)

EASTER SERVICE INFORMATION

Murrayfield Churches Together are offering a range of services this Easter. All welcome!

Tuesday 4th April at 7pm:

BREAST FEEDING SUPPORT GROUP

Meets Tuesdays 11.15 am -12.15 pm

Stations of the Cross at the Garden of the Church of the Good Shepherd.

Thursday 6th April at 7pm:

Rannoch Centre

6 Rannoch Terrace Edinburgh EH4 7ES

Maundy Thursday Communion Service at Saughtonhall United Reformed Church. Thanksgiving for the Eucharist at The Church of the Good Shepherd.

Friday 7th April at 2pm:

Liturgy of the Cross at The Church of the Good Shepherd.

Friday 7th April at 7pm:

Good Friday service at Murrayfield Parish Church.

Easter Sunday 9th April:

Sunday services at each church building to celebrate Easter.

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.

It is just behind Drumbrae Hub

This is a drop in group for mums by mums with a health visitor or midwife there

Please check the congregations’ websites for further details.

More info - call 0131 286 5023

Church of the Good Shepherdwww.goodshepherdmurrayfield.org.uk

Murrayfield Parish Churchwww.murrayfieldparishchurch.org.uk

Please do come along. We would love to see you and your baby

Saughtonhall URC Churchwww.facebook.com/saughtonhall

Other useful resources are 0300 100 0212

the National breastfeeding helpline Or www.feedgoodfactor.org.uk

King Charles III: a monarch for modern times

When the coronation of King Charles III takes place on 6th May at Westminster Abbey, the ceremony – which will be conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury – will be rooted in longstanding traditions and pageantry. However, it will also reflect the monarch’s role today, and look to the future.

Then and now

The Queen’s coronation on 2nd June 1953 was one of the greatest events of the twentieth century. More than 8,000 guests filled the abbey to witness the crowning of the young mother, while crowds lined the route that took her and the Duke of Edinburgh to and from the abbey. Millions more were lucky enough to watch the event on the still novel phenomenon of television, this being the first time the event had been televised.

It has been speculated that King Charles will have a toned-down affair with reduced costs, with suggestions of it lasting just one hour and with around 2,000 dignitaries in attendance.

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Break with tradition

The date of 6th May was reportedly chosen in consultation with the government, the Church of England and the Royal Household. However, the date does have some symbolic references to family members:

• Firstly, the coronation of George VI, the King’s grandfather, was in May.

• 6th May is also the birthday of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, the King’s grandson, who will be turning four on the day.

• It’s also the same date as the late Queen’s sister, Princess Margaret, was married in 1960.

During the ceremony the King will be anointed with holy oil, receive the orb, coronation ring and sceptre, and be blessed and then consecrated by the Archbishop. Monarchs traditionally sit in the fourteenth-century King Edward’s Chair, and Charles will be crowned with the St Edward’s crown, becoming the fortieth British monarch crowned at the Abbey since William the Conqueror in 1066.

Camilla, Queen Consort, will also be anointed and crowned, as was the Queen Mother when George VI was crowned in 1937.

Man and boy

Charles will be 74 at the time of the ceremony, the oldest ever new monarch. In 1953 the thenPrince Charles was just four years old when his mother was crowned.

As with royal ceremonies, there had been behind-the-scenes preparation and practices in the lead up to the big day. Charles’ boyhood memories include how, the night before, the Queen came to say goodnight wearing the St Edward’s Crown as she was trying to get used to its 5lb weight. He also recalled being kept awake by the “thousands of people gathered in The Mall outside Buckingham Palace chanting: ‘We want the Queen’”.

Royal author Robert Jobson says: “Charles has adapted to his new role very well and is out connecting with people, which sadly the late Queen wasn’t able to do towards the end of her life.”

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A Third of Apartments at Rowanbank Gardens

Corstorphine Now Sold

Energy Costs at “Less than £65 Per Month” Provide Major Draw for Home Buyers

A third of apartments at Artisan Real Estate’s cutting-edge Rowanbank Gardens development on Gylemuir Road in Corstorphine have now been sold following a buoyant sales start to the year.

Described as a ‘spectacular blueprint for low carbon living’, Rowanbank Gardens will deliver 93 apartments for private sale set around a large garden space filled with fruit trees and communal planting beds. Work began in summer 2021, with the first move-ins expected by the end of the year. In total, 31 apartments have now been snapped up by savvy buyers – including 10 since the start of the year. According to David Westwater, Artisan’s Development Director for Scotland, a major draw is the development’s smart, energy-efficient design – which means delivering green, low-cost energy.

He says: “Rowanbank Gardens provides smart, energy-efficient design geared to achieving low to zero carbon ratings, with the added benefits of significantly lower home-running costs. We aim to make each apartment as energy efficient as possible by using the very

latest in technology to encourage low carbon living.

“Latest research shows that average annual hot water and heating costs for a twobedroom apartment at Rowanbank Gardens could be as low as £775 per year - or less than £65 per month - providing long-term cost savings for first-time budget-conscious buyers or purchasers looking for more energy efficient living.”

Prices for a one-bedroom apartment start from £245,000, with a two-bedroom from £315,000 and a three-bedroom from £420,000 making the development a perfect destination for first-time buyers and downsizers wanting to live in well-connected, bustling community just minutes from the city centre.

To register interest in Rowanbank Gardens and book an appointment at the new on-site sales and marketing suite, visit the development website at www.rowanbankgardens.com or call 0131 516 3302.

Local Medical Centres

Murrayfield Medical Centre:

Tel: 0131 337 2166

Saughton Crescent Mon - Friday 8am-6pm

Closed*:

Thursdays for training between 12.15pm & 1.15pm

Friday 7th April Good Friday

Monday 10th April Easter Monday

Monday 1st May May Day

Monday 8th May Extra public holiday for the King’s Coronation

www.mmc.org.uk

Murrayfield Medical Practice:

Tel: 0131 337 6151

Riversdale Crescent

Mon - Friday 8am-6pm

Closed*:

Friday 7th April Good Friday

Monday 10th April Easter Monday

Monday 1st May May Day

Monday 8th May Extra public holiday for the King’s Coronation

www.murrayfieldmedicalpractice.scot.nhs.uk

* Dates correct at time of printing

Patients are advised if they need medical assistance during practice closures, they should call NHS 24 on 111 or visit www.nhsinform.scot where you can find lots of helpful information and details of the NHS 24 Online app.

Alternatively in a medical emergency do not hesitate to call 999.

APRIL

Good Friday Holiday April 7th

Easter Monday Holiday April 10th

School Easter Holidays

Local Schools

Mon 3rd – Fri 14th April (incl)

Return to school Monday 17th

Edinburgh Academy

Mon 3rd – Mon 17th April (incl)

Return to school Tuesday 18th

Erskine Stewart’s Melville

Mon 3rd – Mon 17th April (incl)

Return to school Tuesday 18th

St George’s

Mon 3rd – Fri 14th April (incl)

Return to school Monday 17th

Edinburgh Science Festival 1st –16th

MAY

May Day Monday 1st

Bank Holiday for the Coronation of King Charles III Monday 8th

Victoria Day Monday 22nd

Spring Bank Holiday Monday 29th

School May Holidays

Local Schools

Mon 1st and 2nd (2nd is staff only)

Return to school Wednesday 3rd

Monday 8th, exceptional school closure for the coronation

Victoria Day Monday 22nd

Edinburgh Academy

Monday 8th, exceptional school closure for the coronation

Half Term 22nd - 24th

Erskine Stewart’s Melville

Monday 8th, exceptional school closure for the coronation

Mid Term commences after school on Friday 26th return to school Wed 31st St George’s

Monday 8th, exceptional school closure for the coronation

Half Term Monday 29th to Wednesday 31st (inclusive )

Dates for your Diary

Murrayfield News

by John Barrett - former local Member of Parliament and Councillor

Following the recent Council by-election, Murrayfield residents have a new City Councillor, Fiona Bennett, who joins the other ward Councillors, Allan Beal and Euan Davidson. They can all be contacted at the City Chambers to deal with local issues and Council services.

Hopefully all three will keep to their word and push for financial support to businesses in Haymarket who will be hit when Haymarket Terrace closes to eastbound traffic for eight months. They must not let them down in the way Roseburn traders were, when promised support from the Council was not delivered.

I was delighted to relaunch the Corstorphine Literary and Geographical Society last month (familiarly known as The Lit) to a packed St. Ninian’s Church hall to hear about what I have been doing in the community since standing down as your MP. I was also able to announce that the proceeds from the sale of my book, The Mayor of Kalymnos, (which has previously raised money for Prostate Scotland), are now going to support Sunflower Scotland, which is an Edinburgh based charity helping victims of the war in Ukraine. Following my talk, the book immediately sold out at McLean ’s newsagent in Corstorphine High Street. It is still for sale at Pippin Gifts at 30 Haymarket Terrace.

I have also been in touch with a young Ukrainian artist who has given me permission to use this design from her painting to produce greeting cards, and again all proceeds from their sales with go to Sunflower Scotland. You can find out more about their great work at www.sunflowerscotland.co.uk

The late Donald Gorrie, who was a long-term Murrayfield resident and known by many, would have been 90 this year. He was an Edinburgh Councillor and my predecessor as Member of Parliament in Edinburgh West and a Member of the Scottish Parliament. There will be a dinner near Murrayfield to celebrate Donald ’s life and work to which all are welcome. I was delighted to be asked to speak at it along with the current Lord Provost, MP and MSP. Anyone wishing to find out more about the event should email Devin Scobie at devinscobie@hotmail.com

John Barrett

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Joinery Specialists

All types of Domestic Joinery work including Timber repairs, Sash ‘n’ Case window work, Door trimming service.

For double glazing, wardrobe work, shelving, replacement architraves & skirting, you can get in touch with J&L Joinery.

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A versatile ingredient, known for their flaky skins, nutty flavour and creamy consistency, Jersey Royals are available from now until July each year.

Serves 2

Preparation time 30 minutes

Cooking time 12-15 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 tsp olive oil

• 225g Jersey Royal potatoes, sliced or cubed

• 2 spring onions, cut diagonally

• 25g chorizo, chopped

• 8 scallops

• Salt and black pepper

• 25g butter

• ½ tsp lemon zest

• 2 sprigs of lemon thyme

• A handful of rocket

Method

1. Heat 2 tsp of the oil in a small frying pan, add the potatoes and fry, turning regularly, for 7-8 minutes until just tender and golden. Add the spring onions and chorizo and cook for a couple of minutes more until the chorizo has released its oil and the spring onions are wilted. Remove from the pan, set aside and keep warm. Wipe out the pan with kitchen paper.

2. Dry the scallops with kitchen paper and season with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining oil in the pan until hot, add the scallops and sear them for a minute until just beginning to brown, then turn them and cook for a further 30 seconds. Remove from the heat, add the butter, lemon zest and thyme, allowing the butter to melt and coat the scallops. Spear the scallops onto skewers (allowing 2 per skewer).

3. Spoon the potato mixture onto 2 warm plates, add 2 scallop skewers per portion, drizzle over the buttery juices before serving and scatter around the rocket.

Spud Stars For more Jersey Royal recipe inspiration, visit www.jerseyroyals.co.uk.

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 REPAIR 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. (SeeBelow)

Fully insured for all working at height, gas and rope works.

Head Office: 6A Lothian Street, Bonnyrigg, EH19 3AD Office: 146/2 Turnhouse Road Edinburgh EH12 0AD 07738 659 959 or 0131 364 4212

George@clelandroofingsolutions.co.uk

www.clelandroofingsolutions.co.uk

George Cleland -Managing Director

We have over 100 years combined experience in the trade

Corstorphine and Murrayfield Community Policing Officers

PC Sam Davison

PC Susan Fulton

Please contact us at: EdinburghCPTNorthWest@scotland.pnn.police.uk

Or

Tel. 101

Officers attend or provide reports for both Corstorphine and Murrayfield Community Council meetings.

Police activity updates can also be seen on Twitter: Edinburgh Police North West @EdinPolNW

Please report crimes via 101 or 999 in an emergency.

Just as we humans do, cats and dogs can develop allergies. This is where their immune system overreacts to a foreign material, such as pollen, dust, a specific food protein or an insect bite.

Allergy symptoms in animals are not the same as you see in humans. The most common symptom of an animal allergic reaction is itching of the skin called pruritus. This can be just in one area of their body or all over.

The severity of the pruritus can cause serious scabbing and infections on the skin as well as hair loss and increased skin pigmentation. Furthermore, some animals can show signs of respiratory distress such as coughing, sneezing, and wheezing.

Runny discharge from eyes and nose as well as swelling of the eyes can be seen in cats. Other possible symptoms from animals suffering from allergies include vomiting and diarrhoea.

Allergies are difficult to diagnose and as a pet owner, you should pay close attention to an animal’s behaviour and surroundings if you suspect it is suffering from an allergy, to see if you can determine the trigger.

Of course, any of the above symptoms could be something else entirely, and if it is an allergy, it could be food or an insect bites, rather than just seasonal pollen. Given that, it’s really important that you get a diagnosis from your vet rather than just guessing at the appropriate treatment.

Celebrate spring with our selection of glorious garden-themed books.

Venetian Gardens – Monty Don & Derry Moore

Inspired by Monty’s BBC2 series, Adriatic Gardens, his latest book with Derry Moore is a sumptuous visual journey through the gardens of Venice. Starting in the heart of the city and working their way out to the Veneto, the pair celebrate the beauty of these places and tell some of their remarkable stories. With stunning colour photography throughout, readers will discover new insight into one of the world’s most beloved cities.

The Gardener’s Almanac – Alan Titchmarsh

A month-by-month treasury of gardening advice, inspiration and knowledge, along with illustrations by Alan himself, who has written more than forty gardening books, twelve novels and three volumes of memoirs. As well as what to grown and sow, find out what wildlife to spot, projects to engage in, weather notes, gardens to visit, birds and flowers to celebrate and much more…

Home Harvest: Your Pocket Card Guide to Kitchen Gardening

– Bridie Cotter & Tom Gaunt

A practical, fun and easy-to-read deck of cards by organic veggie farmers Bridie and Tom that will help you plant and grow your own kitchen garden. Divided into four sections (Gardening 101, Veggies, Herbs and Flowers), these beautifully illustrated cards will help you start your garden from scratch, offering helpful guidance and advice on everything from plant health to common pest management.

Gardens for the Soul: Sustainable and Stylish Outdoor Spaces

– Sara Bird & Dan Duchars

Whatever the location or size of your garden, a sustainable and ecofriendly ethos can be at the heart of creating a beautiful outdoor space to suit your lifestyle. From tiny spaces to larger patios, and to glean ideas, tips and inspiration, you’ll find suggestions for choosing garden elements from decor and lighting to furniture and accessories, as well as easy craft projects that add quirky personal touches.

The Little Guide to Wildflowers – Alison Davies

Discover the intriguing world of wildflowers with this handy pocket guide, with each of the featured flowers delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture its individual characteristics and accompanied by information about the plant and where it can be found, plus associated facts and fables. Adding to the charm of this delightful book is an interactive spotter’s guide at the back, where you can tick off each flower you find.

The English Country House Garden – George Plumptre

From the Victorian grandeur of Tyntesfield and Cragside, to the Arts and Crafts simplicity of Rodmarton Manor and Charleston, from Scampston to new gardens by Dan Pearson and Tom Stuart-Smith, and with favourites such as Sissinghurst and Hidcote alongside new discoveries, this book takes a fresh look at the English country house garden, starting with the owners and the stories behind the making of the gardens, with glorious photographs capturing the gardens at their finest moments through the seasons.

Murrayfield Community Council (MCC) held Ordinary Meetings on 24 January and 7 March 2023 via Zoom.

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Please see the MCC website for the full Minutes of meetings.

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Traffic and Transport

The Council’s Project Manager for the City Centre West to East Link (“CCWEL”) and a representative of Balfour Beatty attend each MCC meeting. The current position on the Roseburn to Haymarket section of the CCWEL is as follows:-

• The installation of the two-way cycle track and resurfacing of the main road from the foot of Murrayfield Gardens along Roseburn Terrace to just west of Devon Place been completed. Work has now moved to the section from Devon Place to Clifton Terrace.

• The Copenhagen junctions at the foot of Wester Coates Terrace and Road have been completed. There have been numerous incidents recently which show that many drivers, cyclists and pedestrians do not know how to behave at these junctions.

• Murrayfield Place has been re-opened to two-way traffic. Work is continuing on the Old Colt Bridge where cobbles are being relaid on part of the surface and slabs laid on the remainder. Heritage lighting is also being installed.

• The junction of Roseburn Street and Russell Road has been altered to give traffic on Russell Road priority.

• The new traffic signals at Roseburn Gardens and Stanhope Street will be installed in early May. The signals at the Roseburn Street/Russell Road/Roseburn Terrace junction will be installed before then.

Future Meetings

Next Meeting: Tuesday, 2 May 2023 at 7:30 pm (preceded by AGM at 7 pm) in Murrayfield Parish Church Upper Hall. Please see MCC’s website www.murrayfieldcc.org.uk for up to date information and for full Minutes of meetings.

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• For eastbound traffic the right turn from Roseburn Terrace into Russell Road will be re-instated by 28 April.

Other Traffic and Transport matters

MCC is still chasing Council officers for an update on the design proposals for safety measures on Kinellan and Ellersly Roads, which were promised in the current financial year but have now been delayed to the current calendar year.

Flood Prevention

Although no houses were flooded, the exceptional weather event on 30 December 2022 caused some alarm to residents in Saughtonhall. The Council’s website has been updated to provide more information on flood prevention procedures with a view to reassuring potentially affected residents. Automatic email messaging to a central residents’ email address has been offered.

Planning and Licensing

Signage at Tesco Extra, 3 Roseburn Terrace - Listed Building Consent for new signage and fascia has been granted.

Telecom installation by 11 Succoth Gardens - The application for a 5G telecom mast on the pavement by 11 Succoth Gardens in the Coltbridge and Wester Coates Conservation Area has been refused.

13 Ravelston Park - The application for a two-storey extension to the villa at 13 Ravelston Park attracted 23 objections and was referred to the Development Management Sub-Committee for decision on 15 March 2023. At the time of writing the decision is not known. MCC did not submit comments per its normal procedure on householder applications.

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Garden tidy’s & maintenance both residential and commercial

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Tree work - including crown lifts, pruning, reductions & removals

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Ask anyone what their ideal garden would feel like and the phrase ‘low-maintenance’ will likely be high on the list. Maybe even ‘no-maintenance’ from those with little garden knowledge. Does this type of garden exist? In the latter example, the answer is an easy ‘no’. But low-maintenance is definitely achievable. It’s largely down to the choice of plants and ratio of lawn or paving to beds and borders.

No digging

This is exactly as it sounds – gardening without digging. This allows mycorrhizal networks of fungi to spread. Plants require less water and fertiliser because the fungi, in effect, extend the root system of plants so that they have a wider area in which to source nutrients and moisture. It’s good for the environment as the soil develops better drainage. It also contains more carbon and is less prone to lose nutrients in water runoff during rainy periods. You can add mulch to the soil, when required (early winter is best). Plant directly into the soil – you will be surprised how quickly things become established and start growing.

Mind the gaps

Fill any blank soil spaces with plants to prevent weeds from growing. Nature fills a void! Plant shrubs for the easiest gardening experience, but be sure to select wisely.

Right plant, right place

A plant in the wrong place will always need attention. If you’re not sure what type of plants are suited to the soil in your area, take a look at your neighbour’s gardens. Evergreens provide year-round interest, but they are not necessarily those with the most interesting flowers. Watering

is a high-maintenance requirement, as are the tasks of weeding and deadheading. Gardening is a balance between practical solutions and aesthetic interest, and much of your choice will be based on personal preference.

Can lawns be low-maintenance?

Some say that a lawn represents the most intensive maintenance requirement of any garden feature which explains why artificial grass has become so popular. But contrary to popular belief, fake lawns are not maintenancefree. Weed seeds will eventually take hold and weeding a lawn of this nature is not easy. Artificial turf also requires washing, on occasions, especially when used as a toilet by dogs and cats. Artificial grass is an emotive topic and there is still a lack of scientific knowledge and a shortage of research when it comes to assessing the environmental impact of such a relatively new product.

However, there’s no doubt that professionally installed artificial turf will cut down on maintenance when compared to a living lawn that requires regular mowing. The lack of biodiversity on a fake lawn is an obvious drawback, but some say that we should view them as another non-living component of a garden, similar to a patio.

No garden is maintenance free

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