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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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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.

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I know that it is strange to mention Christmas so early in the year but this edition covers the months of November, December and January so the articles and information includes Christmas events/suggestions. At the time of going to press there is no available information about the Christmas/Hogmany events taking place in the centre of Edinburgh this year, however please refer to websites below:

www.edinburgh-christmas.com www.edinburghshogmanay.com As usual I have included information for Christmas posting dates, school holidays, Doctors holidays, etc. I hope that you find this useful.

Curtains & Blinds

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Email: enquiry@james-erskine.co.uk 6-10 Church Hill Place, Edinburgh EH10 4BD

I would like to thank all of the advertisers that have appeared in the Grapevines throughout 2023 and I hope that we can continue to be of use. Thank you readers for your support and lovely comments which are greatly appreciated.

I hope that you all have a lovely time over the festive season and wish you all the very best for 2024.

Best Wishes,

Jill

The Murrayfield Grapevine is printed by Cowan Print Tel : 01236 821177

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Gyleview House, 3 Redheughs Rigg, Edinburgh EH12 9DQ or 27 High Street, South Queensferry, EH30 9PP

Do you suffer from: Back or neck pain Joint, ligament or tendon sprains

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physiotherapy practice, based in South Queensferry and South Gyle. These locations make them convenient for those living in west & northwest Edinburgh and West Lothian. They offer a comprehensive, high-quality range of physiotherapy services delivered by specialists in their field, working together to help you live your best life.

Muscle tears or strains Work-related arm pain (RSI) Frozen shoulder Tennis or Golfer’s elbow Arthritis or generalised joint pains Headaches Stiffness following fracture or injury

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The specialist team thoroughly assess your problem then work with you to provide the most appropriate treatment plan which is tailored to your specific needs. The specialist services on offer are: musculoskeletal physiotherapy, women’s health, respiratory physiotherapy and neurological rehabilitation. Forth Physio is one of the few clinics in Scotland to have a specialist in vestibular rehabilitation (dizziness); the clinic also provides a home visit service for the housebound.

So what conditions can Forth Physio help with?

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy treats conditions such as neck & back pain, including sciatica, joint, ligament & muscle injuries, frozen shoulder, tendinitis, nerve pain & arthritis, to name a few. It also includes sports injuries and postoperative rehabilitation after joint replacement or fracture. The team have a range of tools in their treatment box including hands on manual therapy, acupuncture and exercise prescription. A specialist Pilates physiotherapist is able to provide 1:1 sessions for those needing extra attention.

Women’s Health physiotherapy can help with common conditions such as stress incontinence (when there is a leakage of urine on exertion or cough/sneeze/laugh), an overactive bladder (experiencing urgency to urinate or difficulty holding on), pelvic organ prolapse, diastasis rectus abdominus (or, in plain English, tummy muscle separation), bladder pain syndrome and treatment for many ante- and post-natal ailments in the back, shoulder, hip and pelvis.

Respiratory physiotherapy can help with many acute and chronic lung conditions such as COPD, asthma, bronchiectasis, pulmonary fibrosis, cystic fibrosis, chest infections, long covid & breathing

pattern disorders. Other benefits of respiratory physiotherapy can be improved airway clearance (e.g., secretions) and improved inhaler technique.

Vestibular rehabilitation can help those suffering with vestibular symptoms of dizziness and/or imbalance, for both acute or chronic problems.

Common conditions that can benefit from treatment are benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), labrynthitis, vertigo, Meniere’s disease & vestibular neuritis but there are many other disorders which can cause dizziness & loss of balance. As there are so many causes of dizziness, a detailed assessment is required to establish the cause and the specialist physiotherapist at Forth Physio is able to do this.

Neurological rehabilitation is available to help those with progressive or non-progressive neurological symptoms & conditions such as Parkinson’s disease or Parkinson’s plus syndromes, MS, stroke, brain tumour or injury, cerebral palsy,motor neuron disease, functional neurological disorder, hereditary neurological conditions, dystonia & ataxia, Huntington’s disease and transverse myelitis.

This wide range of specialist physiotherapy services are now on offer in an affordable manner.

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If you think any of the services outlined above could help you or someone you know, simply call Forth Physio 0131 331 1296 or head to their website www.forth-physio.co.uk

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Forth Physio clinics offer high quality physiotherapy & healthcare services in Edinburgh city. We have experienced Chartered Physiotherapists specialising in musculoskeletal problems, neurological & vestibular (dizziness) disorders and Care of the Elderly as well as Women’s health, Respiratory illness and occupational health.

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

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Murrayfield Community Council (MCC) held an Ordinary Meeting on 3 October 2023

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

www.murrayfieldcc.org.uk CCWEL works at Roseburn The following works have now been completed:(a) installation of six communal bins at the foot of Murrayfield Avenue, (b) commissioning of the crossing at Stanhope Street, (c) reinstatement of the bus shelters on the north side of Roseburn Bridge and at West Coates.

At the time of writing the following works are still outstanding: (d) installation of the bin housing at the foot of Murrayfield Avenue, (e) installation of planters, seating and hopscotch markings in Murrayfield Place, (f) installation of new planters on the Old Colt Bridge.

Work has begun on repairing the cracked slabs and damaged tarmac at the foot of Wester Coates Terrace and Road, after which the crossing at the foot of Wester Coates Road will be operational.

Roseburn Park café

The Rosebean Café opened for business on 21 September and is open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 8.30 am to 4 pm and on Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm.

The results of the recent survey on the future use of the Park were discussed at the AGM of the Friends of Roseburn Park on 25 October and will inform future projects.

John Lennon plaque

MCC’s plaque commemorating John Lennon’s association with Murrayfield will be installed on the wall

Future Meetings Next Meeting: Tuesday, 7 November 2023 at 7:30 pm on ZOOM. Please email secretary@murrayfieldcc.org.uk if you would like an invitation to the Zoom meeting.

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for full Minutes of meetings.

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at the bottom of Ormidale Terrace and will be unveiled on 25 November. MCC plans to hold a ticketed lunchtime event, at which tea and sandwiches will be served, at Murrayfield Ice Rink immediately after the unveiling.

Further details will follow.

Ellersly and Kinellan Roads traffic calming and pedestrian improvements

The group of local residents which is pressing the Council to take urgent action has received the support of Cllrs Beal, Bennett and Davidson and Angus Robertson, MSP, but has yet to obtain a specific undertaking and timetable from the Council.

Licensing and Planning

Ice Rink, 13 Riversdale Crescent - A new 7 day 24hour public entertainment licence has been granted to Murrayfield Ice Arena Ltd. MCC had argued for an 11 pm curfew on non-sport related events in line with the curfew at Scottish Gas Murrayfield. The licence does not impose a curfew, but MIA Ltd have given assurances to notify and liaise with MCC regarding all such events.

37 Corstorphine Road – The application for demolition of the house and construction of a block of flats has not yet been decided. An archaeological survey and a bat survey have been carried out recently. An agreement on education and affordable housing provision is awaited.

Osborne House, 1-6 Osborne Terrace - No decision has yet been announced on the provisional licensing application for the proposed hotel which includes alcohol consumption outdoors after 10 pm, to which MCC and the Donaldson Area Amenity Association have objected.

The next Licensing Sub-Committee meeting is in late November.

Noticeboards

A new MCC noticeboard has been installed outside the Scotmid on Saughtonhall Avenue. The noticeboard at Western Corner has been refurbished.

Follow MCC on Facebook and Twitter.

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Welcome Home – New Homes Sales Advisor Izzy Bastiani Opens the Door to Residents of Rowanbank Gardens.

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Rowanbank Gardens in Corstorphine, Edinburgh, has welcomed its first residents in little more than two years since construction started on the new homes’ development, dubbed a ‘spectacular blueprint for low carbon living.’

Nearly half of all apartments have already been snapped up by savvy buyers, impressed by the combination of high-quality living, immaculate environmental credentials and central location, with just four apartments remaining of the completed Appleberry phase.

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Almost 80 per-cent of the development’s first ‘Appleberry’ homes phase is now sold and occupied, with the next phase due for completion in November.

The new occupants are set to benefit from developer Artisan Real Estate’s commitment to achieving zero carbon low-cost living. It is one of the first large developments in Scotland to employ individual air source heat pumps in all apartments, providing both heating and domestic hot water. Energy costs have been predicted to cost up to 60% less than other new build apartments in the surrounding area, with research showing that average annual hot water and space heating costs for a twobedroom apartment could be as low as £775 per year, or less than £65 per month.

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Located in the heart of the bustling Edinburgh suburb of Corstorphine, Rowanbank Gardens is now delivering 93 apartments for private sale set around a large garden space filled with fruit trees and communal planting beds.

The development is proving to be a popular destination for first-time buyers and downsizers wanting to live in well-connected, vibrant community just minutes from the city centre.

Rooms with a View

A spectacular outlook is guaranteed for home buyers following the completion of three striking new three-bed homes at Rowanbank Gardens, Edinburgh.

The apartments, each of which are now ‘move-in ready,’ offer between 86 and 94 square metres of light and airy space and are located on the first, third and fourth floor of the recently completed ‘Appleberry’ phase of the awardwinning new homes development.

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Rooms With a View – the Newly Completed 3-bed Apartments at Rowanbank Gardens, Edinburgh.

All the apartments have a fully fitted kitchen opening on to a substantial balcony area, and come complete with natural oak flooring and stylish bathrooms. Prices for the three-bed apartments range from £422,500 for the firstfloor property to £440,000 for the fourth-floor location.

To book an appointment at the Rowanbank Gardens show home, visit the development website at www.rowanbankgardens.com or call 0131 516 3302.

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Supporting others at home and abroad over the Festive Season

by John Barrett - former local Member of Parliament and Councillor

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hile many people in other parts of the world like Ukraine and Israel/Palestine are suffering so much, it puts some of our own problems into perspective. Having been to Ukraine, Israel, the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, I have seen the level of suffering at first hand and so, at this time of year, as Christmas approaches, while being aware that there are many here also having a tough time, it is worth mentioning that there are many local groups and organisations who help the less fortunate, and those who just need a helping hand, all year round, both at home and abroad. Thanks go out to everyone who has and is helping make life easier for anyone who needs that help. If everyone does something, no matter how small, it not only helps those receiving the support, it has an effect on the giver too, knowing that they have done something worthwhile.

retail and restaurants to beauty or hair care, also provide that personal experience that local businesses, who know their clients well, can deliver best of all.

One other worthwhile thing to do again is to support local businesses, and this year it is more important than ever, as they battle the twin impacts of rising energy bills and the cost of other overheads increasing too, while many of their customers have been feeling pressure of rising fuel and food prices. Many of the services advertised in The Murrayfield Grapevine, from

As the winter weather gets colder and 2024 approaches it is also increasingly important that we take a look in to see if elderly or vulnerable neighbours, who might be living alone, are ok.

Those worried about rising energy bills might just decide to let their rooms get too cold and end up at risk

One unique shop which has just opened locally is Wonder & Co., a magic shop at 14 Haymarket Terrace, where you can be introduced to many magic wonders by the owner, Cameron (a member of the Magic circle). Pop in for a truly unique experience or to experience the magic of Christmas.

Despite the roadworks, many excellent local shops are surviving and all within walking distance, where friends can meet and enjoy a walk, and to stop for some food, which is not only good for your health, it also allows a glass or two or wine to be consumed, without driving or having to pay the ever-increasing parking charges in town.

Reduce your Stress Burden Pay attention when people talk about the sudden onset of bizarre and unusual ailments. This is especially true at this time of year. The answer can be found in a little word with big implications: stress. Our bodies endure stress, which can be simply defined as anything that causes a reaction. There are three main areas in which we experience stress: physical, emotional and chemical. Stress involving any of these areas can affect us profoundly. Here are some of the common signs of stress, along with ways to reduce your stress burden.

STRESS SIGNALS

WAYS TO REDUCE STRESS

Unusual fatigue: Stress weighs on you physically, emotionally and mentally. It wears you down and drains you. Can’t get out of bed in the morning? Stress may be what’s keeping you there.

Work it off: Find the time to exercise.

Whether it’s a quick trip to the gym, a peaceful run or a brisk walk with family or friends, exercise puts the focus somewhere else for a while. Biochemically, exercise has a big anti-stress benefit. It helps reduce levels of the stress hormone (cortisol) and increases your “feel-good” hormones, endorphins.

Sleeplessness: You may feel like sleeping for a day or two, but stress tends to keep you up at night.

Impulsivity: If you find your eating habits changing suddenly, you may be turning to comfort foods to deal with stress.

The same is true with impulse buying, particularly when it involves items you don’t really need.

Anger/impatience: Stress can make you short-tempered and easily roused to anger, even if your demeanour is normally calm, quiet and reserved.

Lack of concentration/forgetfulness: Stress usually occupies our mental time, so much so that we can have trouble remembering things or make more mistakes. Never forget your keys in the morning? When you’re stressed, you just might.

Physical ailments: Back pain, neck pain and pain in general that doesn’t have a clear cause (e.g., an injury) is often related to stress. The same is true for colds and flu; stress can lower your immune system, increasing your risk of developing illness.

Get away from it: This can be challenging, but doing what you can to distract yourself can go a long way toward reducing stress.

Schedule a holiday, visit old friends, take a long walk; whatever it takes to remove yourself from your stress environment.

Smile about it: It’s much harder for stress to exist in a fun, laughter-filled environment, so put yourself in a position to smile when you’re under stress. After all, laughter truly is the best natural medicine.

Talk about it: When you’re stressed, your mind can be a continual stream of negative, overwhelming, stressed-out thoughts.

Don’t keep it all to yourself; sometimes the best way to reduce your stress is to vent about it and get a neutral perspective, rather than staying in a bottled-up, stressed-out state.

Ross McDonald & Rebecca Vickery Registered Chiropractors

Happy Christmas and best wishes for 2024.

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Soft fruit bushes, such as blackcurrants, redcurrants and blueberries, can all be pruned during winter, to achieve an open, goblet form.

If you have a wisteria, cut side shoots right back to just three or four buds on the framework of the shape you desire. Next summer you will need to remove most of the whippy growth, which can easily measure a metre long.

Bush roses also benefit from being cut back in November as it reduces the likelihood of ‘wind rock’, which can destabilise the roots of the plant. Winter pruning is ideal for hybrid tea roses, floribundas and climbers that produce flowers on the new growth, but be gentle with modern shrub roses and ramblers because they prefer to bloom on older wood.

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10.30am: Nine Lessons and Carols - Murrayfield Parish Church 4pm: Crib Service - The Church of the Good Shepherd 6pm: Family Service - Murrayfield Parish Church 11.30pm: Watchnight (with carols from 11pm) - Saughtonhall UR Church

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As we head into winter, give your immune system a boost – and your taste buds a treat – with this nourishing and vibrant dahl.

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Ingredients • 1 tbsp coconut oil • 1 tsp curry powder • 1 tsp cumin powder • ½ tsp cayenne pepper • 1 white onion, peeled and finely chopped • A thumb-size piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated • A small piece of fresh turmeric, grated • 3 cloves garlic, crushed • 1 Jazz apple, grated on the large holes of a box grater • 200g red split lentils, well rinsed • 1 x 400g tin coconut milk • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste To serve • Lime juice, coconut yoghurt, chopped coriander and a sprinkle of chilli flakes 48

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1. Add the coconut oil to a large pan over a medium heat. Once hot, add the curry and cumin powders and cayenne pepper, and cook for a few minutes, stirring to prevent burning.

2. Add the onion and cook for 5-6 minutes, until the onion starts to caramelise and turn golden.

3. Add the ginger, turmeric and garlic and cook for another couple of minutes. Add the apple and lentils and stir to mix.

4. Stir in the coconut milk and 500ml water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until the lentils are soft and the consistency is creamy. Season with salt and black pepper.

5. Serve with a squeeze of lime juice and top with a dollop of coconut yoghurt, chopped coriander and some chilli flakes.

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Finch Bakery: Disco Bakes & Party Cakes by Lauren and Rachel Finch An unashamed celebration of sugar, twin sisters Lauren and Rachel share 75 decorated cakes and bakes to help make your special day a sweet success – all with easy-to-follow steps, tips and accessible ingredients.

World Cocktail Atlas by Olly Smith Arranged by region, every country has its own signature concoctions. With Olly’s insider knowledge and deft way with flavour combinations, you too can be transported to a beautiful beach or snowy peak, perfectly mixed drink in hand.

Nadiya’s Simple Spices by Nadiya Hussain Since winning 2015’s Great British Bake Off, Nadiya Hussain has become a national treasure. Already with four best-selling cookbooks to her name, Nadiya is back to share her passion for cooking with spices to cook her most-loved meals, the same spices that her mum uses and her Nani used before her.

Pub Kitchen: The Ultimate Modern British Food Bible by Tom Kerridge Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge dishes up the most popular items on the menus in brilliant modern British pubs and has given them a few fresh twists.

Pub-inspired chapters include snacks, lighter dishes, pies and roasts, fish, meat and vegetable mains, and puddings.

Michel Roux At Home by Michel Roux Discover the joy of cooking simple and delicious French meals at home with celebrated chef Michel Roux. With a mix of family classics that have been passed down through the legendary Roux family, newer dishes that Michel loves to cook, and his own childhood favourites, this is accessible French food to cook at home.

Easy Vegan Christmas by Katy Beskow Whether you’re cooking for your vegan family, looking for inspiration for your first vegan guest, or simply want to add new flavours and dishes to your Christmas dinner table, you’ll find 80 plant-based fuss-free recipes to get you through the season, along with handy tips from cooking the perfect roasties to menu planners.

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This bespoke embroidered Advent calendar is a luxurious Christmas keepsake your family will love for years to come (and can be filled, as here, with handiced Christmas biscuits).

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• Ensure that all doors and windows are securely closed to prevent your pet from escaping if they become frightened.

Many pets can become anxious or frightened by the loud noises and bright lights that come with the firework displays on Bonfire Night and on New Year’s Eve.

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Grief is an inevitable part of the human experience that will most likely touch everyone at some point in their lives. Whether it’s triggered by the loss of a loved one, the end of a significant relationship or the passing of a pet, grieving is an intensely personal journey that doesn’t always follow a linear, predictable path.

People often talk about grief having stages (denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance), but in reality the experience can be far more complicated. While there is no ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ way to grieve, there are certain ideas and methods to help sufferers navigate this emotional storm and make the process that little bit easier.

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Surround yourself with loved ones Although it’s tempting to withdraw during times of grief, leaning on your support system will provide more comfort in the long run. When you’re ready, try sharing your feelings with family and friends, or consider joining a support group to meet people who’ve experienced a similar loss.

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diffusers specifically designed for pets will also help create a calming environment.

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into the house or into the garage. If they usually live outside and you don’t feel you can bring them in, give them some extra bedding and, if possible, cover their run with blankets to cut out light.

If your pet experiences severe anxiety or distress during fireworks, it would be worth speaking to your vet. They can provide guidance on potential medications or other strategies to help manage your pet’s anxiety.

• For smaller animals, move their cage further

Interactive toys, puzzle feeders, or engaging in playtime can help keep them occupied.

Look after yourself The stress of a significant loss can quickly deplete your energy and emotional reserves, so taking care of yourself is crucial. Focus on maintaining a healthy diet, keeping active and getting enough sleep, and try to refrain from coping mechanisms such as alcohol that will make you feel worse in the long run. There’s also comfort to be found in routine; so when you’re ready, try getting back to the activities that bring you joy.

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55 Roseburn Terrace EH12 5NQ Shop open 10am-5.30pm Mon Tues Fri 10am-7.30pm Thursday Closed Wednesday Saturday Sunday

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346 0753 0788 595 9387

info@pcdoc.co.uk pcdoc.co.uk

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Accountant Anlo Financial 9 Hollis Accounting Ltd 30 Aerial / TV Services Access Aerials 53 Douglas S Mackay 18 Bathrooms Buyrite 25 Bathroom/Kitchen Tile/Grout Clean Grout Gleam 51 Beauty Avon Representative 21 Conetta & Co 27 Beds The Bed Shop 7 Blinds/Curtains James Erskine 5 Botanic Gardens 32 & 33 Builders/ All Trades Maximize Building & Renovations 17 Pentland Brickworks 18 Cabinet Maker A.J. Milne 49 Care Home Murrayside Care Home 22 Carpets James Erskine 55 Murrayfield Carpets & Interiors 43 Carpet/Rug Cleaning Chores @ Work 47 Chiropractor Discover Chiropractic 35 Computer Services/Training PC Doctor 61 Dental Care EH Dental Care 38 Door Specialist J & L Joinery 57 Drainage Service Cullen Plumbing & Heating Ltd 51 Currievale 49 Driveways Alpine Paving 57 Edinburgh Driveways & Landscaping 28 Key Landscapes 8 Edinburgh City Council 21

Art Exhibition 36 Book Review 52 Breast Feeding Support Group 36 CCC Dates 63 Christmas Fair 36 Christmas Post dates 16 Corstorphine Chess Club 50 Corstorphine Floral Art Club 36 Crossword 38 Dates for Diary 40 Doctor Info 40

Electricians Access Electrical Alexanders Allanbrook K Electrics Maximize Electrical P Blackhall Estate Agents DMD Law Financial Solutions Anlo Financial Flooring James Erskine Gardener

53 18 43 47 45 64 1 9 55

CS Gardening & Landscaping 55

26 JDS Gardening 14 Gardening Hard Landscaping Alpine Paving 57 Glendevon Gardening Services

Edinburgh Driveways & Landscaping 28

JDS Gardening 14 Key Landscapes 8 Gardening Supplies/Services George Currie-Outdoor Woodcare 18 JDS Gardening 14 Gifts Pippin 17 Health/Fitness Discover Chiropractic 35 Forth Physio 12 & 13 Murrayfield Podiatry Clinic 9 Home Care Vesta 5 Jewellers Jewellery By Design 2 Joiners Allanbrook 43 Duffy Joinery 37 J C Walker 28 J & L Joinery 57 Kitchens Countryside Kitchens 31 Locksmith 1st Call Locksmiths 45 Music Guitar Teacher 30 Scottish Fiddle Orchestra 6 The Art Station 27 VoxBox 9

Eric Liddell Community Gardening Article Health Article John Barrett Article Lunch Club MCC M’field Church Service Info Musical Instruments Appeal One Kind Pet Article Picto

50 44 58 34 56 24 46 46 46 59 55

New Homes Rowanbank Gardens 29 The Avenue - Cruden Homes 11 Painters & Decorators AM Decorating 45 Carrick Decorators 49 Pharmacy Murrayfield Pharmacy 39 Physiotherapist Forth Physio 12 & 13 Plasterer DCM 21 Plumber/Gas & Heating Services Geoff Lennie 41 J & E MacGregor 30 P Blackhall 64 rmi Corstorphine Gas & Plumbing 61 W A M Smith 47 Podiatrist Murrayfield Podiatry Clinic 9 Printer Cowan Print 59 Roofing Maintenance Cleland Roofing Solutions Ltd 19 Edinburgh Roofing Services 15 Fairmile Roofing 41 Kemp Roofing Contracts 20 Morningside Roofing 23 Rubbish Removal JoeJunk 28 Security 1st Call Locksmiths 45 Silicone Sealant Solutions Peter 20 Solar Specialists P Blackhall 64 Solicitors DMD Law 1 Theatre The Festival Theatre 3 Tree Care JDS Gardening 14 Verdant Tree Services 5 Tuition Guitar Teacher 30 MathsHelp 20 Maths Tuition 51 Upholsterers James Erskine 9 Upholstery Cleaner Chores@Work 47 Police Puzzle Solutions Recipe Scots Fiddle Festival Scottish Fiddle Orchestra SudoKu The Murrayfield Club Vintage Vibes Wildlife Art Wordsearch

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Autumn 2023

Corstorphine Community Centre 5 Kirk Loan

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SERVING THE GREATER CORSTOPHINE & NORTH WEST EDINBURGH AREA Groups for children, young people, and adults

Mon Fri

Charity Shop Open Book Nook. Hey Girls free period products.

Tummies not Trash. Community Jigsaw

10.00 - 11.30 Babies Group (birth to 2 years) 10.00 - 12.00 Sewing group- NEW Group- starting soon 1.00 - 3.00 Men's Shed Social (space available) workshop- full

Mon

Tues

Thurs

STAY UP TO DATE

10.00 - 1.00 Digital Support for phones, tablets and laptops Book a slot: Call - 07580 659 676 10.45 - 11.45 Gentle Seated Exercise 12.00 - 2.00 Lunch Club - Waiting List

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@CorstorphineCo1

10.30 - 12.30 Morning Craft Group- Waiting list 10.30 - 12.00 Moving Forward- Widowers group 1.00 - 3.00 Afternoon Craft Group- Waiting list

Wed

Fri

10.00- 3.00

Come along, try new things - meet new people. At CCC we keep connection at the core of our community

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VOLUNTEER

9.30 - 2.00 Walking Group (8km) 10.30 - 12.00 Sporting Memory Group -Waiting List 12.00- 2.00 Lunch Club- NEW Group- registration required 1.00 - 3.00 Men's Shed Workshop (Full) 1.00 - 3.00 Crochet and Knitting Group 6.00 - 8.00 Youth Group (S1- S6)

Do you want to: Run a group, Work in the charity shop, Join the Committee?

Contact Volunteers@ccchub.online

10.00 - 12.00 Art Group 10.00 - 11.00 Music, songs and fun- 5yrs and under- waiting list 11:30 - 12:30 Music, songs and fun- 5yrs and under OUR GOALS 11.00 - 12.30 Community Shed workshop 1.30 - 3.00 Community Shed workshop 11.00 - 1.00 Community Garden 1.30 - 3.00 Gentle exercise, walks and warm ups

Oct 28th

Nov 25th

STEPHANIE GEORGIA John-Leonard Corp., Manager Tea Dance Tea Dance stephaniegeorgia@email.com

Tea Dance

Oct 1st

Nov 27th

Dec 2nd

First Floor Open

Art Exhibition

Christmas Fayre

Sept 30th

HIRE THE HUB Great rates for clubs, groups, classes, and parties.

Email admin@ccchub.online

for a booking form or complete online at corstorphinecommunity centre.org.uk

Fiona for groups 0778086 2825 development@

Contact

Louise for volunteering 07778 888 536 volunteers@

ccchub.online Jenni for bookings admin@

Reception for enquiries 07580 659 676

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