Water of Leith Conservation Trust

Working to protect and improve Edinburgh's river, for the benefit of wildlife and visitors to it

A healthy river cared for by its community

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

https://t.co/7HA7SwBdNj We are hiring - A Visitor Centre Assistant
We're looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Visitor Centre Assistant to support our Visitor Centre and community café, work with volunteers, and help promote the Trust's work.
Closing date: 9th November

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

Another beautiful day on the Water, & another great turnout, this time around Roseburn Park, where we swept the bike path and access bridges, removed graffiti and buddleia, cleaned up rubbish from the surrounding area and the river too. Thanks for all your brillliant work folks!

[Tom Kelly @gowildedinburgh]

A beautiful morning on the Water of Leith today. Glorious autumn colours, sunshine and plenty of wildlife making the most of the day. #swan #heron #magpie #cormorant

#waterofleith #edinburgh #leith #urbanwildlife

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

Fabulous session in the sunshine today, collaborating with The Friends of Rocheid Path. We reinstated the derelict dead hedge, removed some invasive laurel and buddleia, planted bulbs, and of course swept leaves! Lovely meeting new friends and making a difference!😊🌞🌱🧹🍪

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

Interesting archeology event featuring excavations at Canonmills and Leith 21st November https://t.co/VLlU5a6d2B

[Tom Kelly @gowildedinburgh]

Glorious morning on the Water of Leith today....& it's meant to last for another two weeks 🤞🤞
....& LOTS of ladybirds out there! Look for them on wooden & iron fences along the walkway!

#Edinburgh #waterofleith #ladybirds #urbanwildlife

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

A glorious morning to be out with others, volunteering on the Longstone section.

Hundreds of leaves removed to keep the walkway useable during the wetter months ahead. Several bags of litter collected locally as well.

Thanks for all the effort

@Edinburgh_CC
@walkingscotland

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

Plenty of leaves in need of a sweep up after the storms down at Bells.

Lots of leaning trees though reported to the council's forestry team, once they've checked them out we'll get busy with our volunteers.

If you see any feel free to email them at [email protected]

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

After the storms it was straight back to it for our volunteers, helping to clear up the walkway of leaves, debris and litter.

Today's session was from Dean Bridge to St Bernard's bridge.

A huge difference made to the local area
#MondayMotivation
@walkingscotland
@Edinburgh_CC

[Elaine Miller | Venus Envy @GussieGrips]

Got local flooding? Well then, #DoYourPelvicFloorExercises
(Water of Leith, full to bursting just before Dean Village)

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

Post storms the river is above 1m for the first time in many months

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

Due to the storm we have taken the decision to close the Visitor Centre and cancel our planned event today. Sunday 25th October, with a lively river and high winds in wooded areas please take extra care

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

With a lot of rain forecast ahead you can track the rise in flow on the Water of Leith via SEPA's website site here - https://t.co/X5vaT3mZxj

Whilst any discharges from the combined sewage overflows can be seen here.
https://t.co/ax7GKpVAGt

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

Parsons Green P5 were drawing pictures by the river just yesterday doing our Rivers & Water programme. What a difference a day can make. @ParsonsPrimary

[Tom Kelly @gowildedinburgh]

Water of Leith looked amazing this morning, as the reflection of the autumn leaves turned it golden.
Lots of dippers along the 6 mile stretch from Currie Kirk to Gorgie Road. These two were knocking the stuffing out of each other when I caught up with them!
#urbanwildlife #dipper

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

The Coalie Coalition were out in the sunshine today for their 13th session - unlucky for leaves and taggers, as we swept off paths and steps to restore optimal accessibility, and removed graffiti from signs and walls. We were joined by a small group from Locogen too. Thanks folks

[Kenny Muir @kenny_muir]

THE DEAN'S FAIRYTALE FIVE-STOREY TREASURE

Perched dramatically at the southern end of Thomas Telford's historic Dean Bridge, Kirkbrae House is one of Edinburgh's most distinctive architectural treasures. Its steeply pitched slate turret, weathered sandstone walls and elegant windows lend it an almost fairytale quality. Towering above the wooded gorge of the Water of Leith, the building recalls the romantic castles and baronial mansions of old Scotland.

Behind its picturesque appearance lies a fascinating history stretching back more than three centuries. Incorporating a late 17th-century inn, Kirkbrae House was transformed in 1892 by architect J. G. Fairley into an imposing Scots Baronial residence. Its distinctive character reflects the Victorian fascination with Scotland's medieval heritage, blending elements of the original building with the decorative flourishes and romantic silhouettes of the Scottish Baronial revival.

Rising above the steep slopes of the Dean Valley, the house forms a memorable gateway to Dean Village, once a thriving community of millers and bakers whose livelihoods depended upon the Water of Leith. Alongside the great stone arches of Telford's bridge, it offers a wonderful glimpse of Edinburgh's layered past. Here, centuries of history, architectural ingenuity and natural beauty converge in one of the capital's most atmospheric settings.

Little wonder that this enchanting corner of Edinburgh, with its pointed turret, winding pathways and dramatic surroundings, evokes something of the magical world of Hogwarts!

— — — — — oooo0O@O0oooo — — — — —

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

Path Closure - The Kinauld Tannery Footbridge on the Water of Leith Walkway (NCN75), east of Waulkmill Loan, west of Currie, Kirkgate, will be closed from tomorrow following inspection findings likely for sometime. A signed diversion will be in place via Lanark Road and Kirkgate.

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

Great to have more young people from Balerno HS out with us yesterday, preventing litter entering the water at the start of the urban stretch of the river. Balerno send different pupils every month so we can engage with as many as possible, encouraging pickers not droppers. Fab👍

[Water of Leith Conservation Trust @WOLCT]

A productive day at Saughton park with volunteers from @InformedTweet and some of their partners from the @scotgov all lending a hand.

Teams helped to improve the local paths for the many users and waded the river to keep it healthy.

Thanks for all effort folks