Longstone Community Council
@longstonecc.bsky.social
Posting about whatever is happening in Longstone, Edinburgh.
https://www.longstonecc.org.uk
https://www.longstonecc.org.uk
Dave thanked residents for raising and will see if the lights could be dimmed a bit (not sure it possible) but could certainly have them pointed down more. Anyone else been affected?
February 6, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Dave thanked residents for raising and will see if the lights could be dimmed a bit (not sure it possible) but could certainly have them pointed down more. Anyone else been affected?
We got a response from Dave, director of the Redpath & McLean car dealership on Longstone Rd after residents had contacted us about being blinded by the new lights, particularly turning into Redhall Avenue. Others were concerned how much of the Water of Leith was being lit up at night.
February 6, 2026 at 7:39 PM
We got a response from Dave, director of the Redpath & McLean car dealership on Longstone Rd after residents had contacted us about being blinded by the new lights, particularly turning into Redhall Avenue. Others were concerned how much of the Water of Leith was being lit up at night.
Works progressing on the pedestrian improvements on Kingsknowe Road North. Raised table and build out to come from other side now. This will slow drivers speeds and make it safer to cross from these very narrow pavements on a key route to school and a local park. @livingstreetsedi.bsky.social
February 6, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Works progressing on the pedestrian improvements on Kingsknowe Road North. Raised table and build out to come from other side now. This will slow drivers speeds and make it safer to cross from these very narrow pavements on a key route to school and a local park. @livingstreetsedi.bsky.social
It's been agreed by @wolct.bsky.social, Spaces For People,LCC & the residents who own the land in front of the prison, that a phased programme of tree planting can start. Helen & Johnny from WOLCT will lead on this & we are super happy to support. Look out for opportunities to get involved.🌳❤️
February 6, 2026 at 11:13 AM
It's been agreed by @wolct.bsky.social, Spaces For People,LCC & the residents who own the land in front of the prison, that a phased programme of tree planting can start. Helen & Johnny from WOLCT will lead on this & we are super happy to support. Look out for opportunities to get involved.🌳❤️
Someone’s put in a shift cleaning up the Burnside path all the way from Longstone to Stenhouse. Who do we thank, @wolct.bsky.social or @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social
February 2, 2026 at 2:10 PM
Someone’s put in a shift cleaning up the Burnside path all the way from Longstone to Stenhouse. Who do we thank, @wolct.bsky.social or @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social
Works commenced at lunchtime at the junction between Kingsknowe Road North and Redhall Road.
February 2, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Works commenced at lunchtime at the junction between Kingsknowe Road North and Redhall Road.
Agenda for our next meeting on Feb 9th. All welcome.
January 31, 2026 at 11:09 PM
Agenda for our next meeting on Feb 9th. All welcome.
All the marked up sections of carriageway around the top end of Redhall Drive will be patched properly while the schools are off for February week. Line marking also. This is the section where the schools 'bikeability' training takes place.
January 31, 2026 at 11:54 AM
All the marked up sections of carriageway around the top end of Redhall Drive will be patched properly while the schools are off for February week. Line marking also. This is the section where the schools 'bikeability' training takes place.
In other good news for school travel safety the hedge on Redhall Grove has finally been cut back again to reveal a pavement. @livingstreetsedi.bsky.social
January 29, 2026 at 9:58 PM
In other good news for school travel safety the hedge on Redhall Grove has finally been cut back again to reveal a pavement. @livingstreetsedi.bsky.social
January 29, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Concept designs for Kingsknowe Crt/Pl & Longstone St are now live on the project website for further discussion with residents & stakeholders. Get along to The New Kingsknowe function suite 4pm to 7pm to see in person & talk directly with the design team. storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/4cc3...
January 29, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Concept designs for Kingsknowe Crt/Pl & Longstone St are now live on the project website for further discussion with residents & stakeholders. Get along to The New Kingsknowe function suite 4pm to 7pm to see in person & talk directly with the design team. storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/4cc3...
Katesmill bridge open and functional again. Looks good. 👍
January 28, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Katesmill bridge open and functional again. Looks good. 👍
Scottish Water fixing a burst main at junction between Redhall Gardens and Redhall Road.
January 28, 2026 at 12:26 PM
Scottish Water fixing a burst main at junction between Redhall Gardens and Redhall Road.
People across Scotland are being invited to share their experiences of local flooding issues to help inform how flood risk is managed in their communities, as work continues on Scotland’s next Flood Risk Management Plans.
consultation.sepa.org.uk/evidence-and...
consultation.sepa.org.uk/evidence-and...
January 28, 2026 at 9:19 AM
People across Scotland are being invited to share their experiences of local flooding issues to help inform how flood risk is managed in their communities, as work continues on Scotland’s next Flood Risk Management Plans.
consultation.sepa.org.uk/evidence-and...
consultation.sepa.org.uk/evidence-and...
We've received a couple of images of the works coming to Kingsknowe Rd North at the junction with Redhall Rd, and the planned improvements for pedestrians at the school entrance. Driver speeds on KRD have long been an issue. Crazy we can't paint a zebra crossing across the school gate in Scotland.
January 27, 2026 at 9:23 AM
We've received a couple of images of the works coming to Kingsknowe Rd North at the junction with Redhall Rd, and the planned improvements for pedestrians at the school entrance. Driver speeds on KRD have long been an issue. Crazy we can't paint a zebra crossing across the school gate in Scotland.
Noisy manhole which is currently set quite low in the carriageway will be repaired this year. Near the top of Kingsknowe Rd South. That'll please a few folk.
January 27, 2026 at 8:41 AM
Noisy manhole which is currently set quite low in the carriageway will be repaired this year. Near the top of Kingsknowe Rd South. That'll please a few folk.
Surprising no one, before year end, the installation of the controlled crossing on Lanark Rd got pushed out to September 26. 😩
January 27, 2026 at 8:24 AM
Surprising no one, before year end, the installation of the controlled crossing on Lanark Rd got pushed out to September 26. 😩
What looks like lamppost replacements coming in the 2nd quarter of 2026 to Lanark Rd.
January 27, 2026 at 8:15 AM
What looks like lamppost replacements coming in the 2nd quarter of 2026 to Lanark Rd.
Works expected to commence on 2/2/26 on Kingsknowe Rd North between Longstone Pl & Redhall Rd. Expected to last 12 days and will include full closure of the road for approx 3 days. First in a series of improvements on key routes to school to improve safety for residents and their children.
January 26, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Works expected to commence on 2/2/26 on Kingsknowe Rd North between Longstone Pl & Redhall Rd. Expected to last 12 days and will include full closure of the road for approx 3 days. First in a series of improvements on key routes to school to improve safety for residents and their children.
Katesmill bridge looking not too far away from being re-opened. 👌
January 25, 2026 at 1:23 PM
Katesmill bridge looking not too far away from being re-opened. 👌
Atkins Realis will be returning to The New Kingsknowe function room on Thursday 29th January from 4 - 7pm to give residents and stakeholders the opportunity to discuss the concept designs they have prepared. The designs will go live on the 29th on the website.
January 21, 2026 at 8:13 AM
Atkins Realis will be returning to The New Kingsknowe function room on Thursday 29th January from 4 - 7pm to give residents and stakeholders the opportunity to discuss the concept designs they have prepared. The designs will go live on the 29th on the website.
Katesmill bridge due to be repaired. Update below.👇
“Further to previous correspondence and contractual delays out with our control, we are pleased to confirm works are now due to take place on Katesmill Bridge.
“Further to previous correspondence and contractual delays out with our control, we are pleased to confirm works are now due to take place on Katesmill Bridge.
January 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Katesmill bridge due to be repaired. Update below.👇
“Further to previous correspondence and contractual delays out with our control, we are pleased to confirm works are now due to take place on Katesmill Bridge.
“Further to previous correspondence and contractual delays out with our control, we are pleased to confirm works are now due to take place on Katesmill Bridge.
A huge well done to everyone who ran, jogged, or walked, especially the 9 runners who achieved new Personal Bests 👏💪
🎖️ Milestone celebrations today too:
Mara, Lois, and Zoë MacLachlan all received their Half Marathon wristbands today – congratulations! 🏃♂️🏃♂️
🎖️ Milestone celebrations today too:
Mara, Lois, and Zoë MacLachlan all received their Half Marathon wristbands today – congratulations! 🏃♂️🏃♂️
January 4, 2026 at 11:12 PM
A huge well done to everyone who ran, jogged, or walked, especially the 9 runners who achieved new Personal Bests 👏💪
🎖️ Milestone celebrations today too:
Mara, Lois, and Zoë MacLachlan all received their Half Marathon wristbands today – congratulations! 🏃♂️🏃♂️
🎖️ Milestone celebrations today too:
Mara, Lois, and Zoë MacLachlan all received their Half Marathon wristbands today – congratulations! 🏃♂️🏃♂️
Happy New Year and the very first run of 2026. Run number 18.
Very cold this morning 🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶 so mega impressed we had such a great turn out. ❤️
We welcomed our 70 young runners 😁
- 13 doing their first ever Parkrun. 🫶
- 4 running our course for the first time 👊
Very cold this morning 🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶 so mega impressed we had such a great turn out. ❤️
We welcomed our 70 young runners 😁
- 13 doing their first ever Parkrun. 🫶
- 4 running our course for the first time 👊
January 4, 2026 at 11:12 PM
Happy New Year and the very first run of 2026. Run number 18.
Very cold this morning 🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶 so mega impressed we had such a great turn out. ❤️
We welcomed our 70 young runners 😁
- 13 doing their first ever Parkrun. 🫶
- 4 running our course for the first time 👊
Very cold this morning 🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶 so mega impressed we had such a great turn out. ❤️
We welcomed our 70 young runners 😁
- 13 doing their first ever Parkrun. 🫶
- 4 running our course for the first time 👊
Previously granted permission for PBSA. Sold to another developer who has made an application - "19/03380/VARY -Non-material variation to 19/03380/FUL - Dimensional Adjustments. External Elevation Adjustments. Internal Layout Changes. Accommodation Schedule. Additional Lower Ground Floor."
January 2, 2026 at 1:29 PM
Previously granted permission for PBSA. Sold to another developer who has made an application - "19/03380/VARY -Non-material variation to 19/03380/FUL - Dimensional Adjustments. External Elevation Adjustments. Internal Layout Changes. Accommodation Schedule. Additional Lower Ground Floor."