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Leith Links Arboretum

In collaboration with the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh and City of Edinburgh Council, Leith Links will be growing tree species from across the globe as part of the effort to conserve them.

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At a time when 40 per cent of all known plant species are in danger of extinction, our combined goals are to conserve them, both in their natural habitats and ex-situ, and to encourage a desire by members of the public to engage more with nature and protect the planet for future generations. This kind of project can be inspirational, which is why it deserves to be supported.” Hannah Wilson, Head of the International Conifer Conservation Project at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Funded by: City of Edinburgh, Mushroom Trust

Outputs:

Run a consultation with the local community
Plant a variety of 52 trees
Provide conservation information about the trees

Outcomes:

Improved biodiversity of the park
Improved appearance of the park
Help conserve rare trees
Increase the knowledge on the benefits of trees

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Pentland Community Centre Playpark

New improvements to Pentland Community Centre in Oxgangs.

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It is nice to see lots of mums with little children using the equipment. It was great to see everyone enjoying themselves so much. Thank you for all the hard work and effort that you have put in to achieving this excellent result. Peter Gray, Chair, Pentland Community Centre Management Committee

Funded by: FCC Community Foundation, City of Edinburgh Council, Morrisons Foundation, Pentland Community Centre

Outputs:

10 new pieces of play equipment including a play unit for toddlers and an assault course for older children.
3 new picnic benches
3 new benches
A 293 m2 new safer rubber surface

Outcomes:

Increased use of outdoor play
Improved appearance of the local greenspace
Less antisocial behaviour

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Dreghorn Nursery Outdoor Activities

Community engagement project with Armed Forces families in Dreghorn

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Funded by: Armed Forces Covenant Fund

Outputs:

Creation of an outdoor space at Dreghorn Nursery
Deliver 6 gardening workings in the outdoor space at the nursery
Deliver 6 grow and taste workshops with families from the nursery
Deliver 10 woodland activity sessions with local families
Deliver 10 physical activity sessions with the parents
Deliver conservation sessions with the local community

Outcomes:

Help bring the local communities together in Dreghorn
Improve the outdoor space to enable more outdoor learning
Increase appreciation for the local woodlands and wildlife
Improve the health and wellbeing of the local community
Improve the biodiversity of the local greenspaces.

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Thrive Edinburgh – Physical Activity and Greenspaces

To improve the mental health and wellbeing of people in Edinburgh by delivering a range of services and programmes to support the delivery of the Thrive Welcome Team and Thrive Collectives

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Funded by: Edinburgh Health & Social Care Partnership

Outputs:

Each year to deliver the following

96 Conservation sessions for 160 participants
48 Woodland (Branching Out) sessions for 48 participants
200 Walking sessions for 48 participants
96 Jogging sessions for 48 participants

Outcomes:

Deliver activities that encourage and build resilient communities by using local greenspaces
Deliver meaningful activities that are convenient and easily accessible throughout the city.
Enable participants to learn new skills to build their confidence
Provide activities that are enjoyable and enable people to come together at their own pace in an open environment.
Encourage people to lead healthier active lives through participating in physical activities for all abilities in their local greenspaces to help improve their self-esteem.
Enabling participants to link up with local community groups so they can continue to participate sustainably

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Royal Edinburgh Hospital Greenspace Management Plan

Greenspace and access improvements to hospital grounds to help improve people’s health and wellbeing

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The greenspaces are very important to us in NHS Lothian as they enable both our staff and patients to connect with nature, which helps with mental and general wellbeing. As the site evolves to meet future healthcare needs our greenspace management plan will ensue nature continues to be at the heart of the site. Tracey McKigen, Services Director for the Royal Edinburgh Hospital and Associated Services in NHS Lothian

Funded by: Edinburgh & Lothians Health Foundation

Outputs:

Ran 2 consultation
Produced a Greenspace Management Plan
Achieved a Green Flag Award
Implementation of the Greenspace Management Plan

Outcomes:

Greater greenspace engagement with NHS staff, patients and visitors
Greater engagement with the surrounding community in the hospital’s greenspace and activities
Increase accessibility to the hospital’s greenspaces
Improve biodiversity
Help improve green networks
Enable key stakeholders to participate and have greater control over the development of the hospital’s greenspace

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Westburn Woods Greenspace Improvement

Improved management and use of local woodlands

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Funded by: Prospect Housing, Mushroom Trust, City of Edinburgh Council

Outputs:

Community engagement activities
Access improvement works
Conservation activities

Outcomes:

Improved appearance of the woods
Benefits to wildlife and biodiversity
Foster a greater sense of community pride
Improved green networks and connectivity
Improved opportunities for better health and wellbeing
A visible aesthetic improvement to the landscape

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Pentland Hills Access Improvements

Path improvements playing a vital role in encouraging people to be more active and to enjoy their local greenspaces.

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“The Pentland Hills Regional Park team works with Edinburgh & Lothians Greenspace Trust to enhance public access, with the physical and mental health benefits this brings to all park users. These improvements have been made possible through fundraising and generous donations and I would like to thank Paths for All, the Carnethy Hill Running Club and visitors who contributed through our public donation boxes in the Pentland Hill Regional Park car parks. The community support for the park is invaluable.” Cllr Neil Gardiner, Convener of Pentland Hills Regional Park Joint Committee

Funded by: Paths For All, Pentlands Hills Regional Park, Carnethy Hill Running Club

Outputs:

Upgraded a 800m path

Outcomes:

enable key stakeholders to participate and have greater control on the development of green infrastructure
better understanding of the what are the key uses and links to local assets that the route could provide
increase the accessibility of greenspace
promote the active travel network and how it can link up with other areas to encourage greater use

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Clermiston Park Improvements

Community engagement and greenspace improvements

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Funded by: City of Edinburgh Council

Outputs:

2 community engagement sessions
Finalised improvement plan produced and promoted
Biodiversity improvements through hedge planting

Outcomes:

Enable the key stakeholders to participate and have greater control on the development of the park’s management
Help improve green networks
Communities coming together and taking part in community engagement activities
Better understanding of the what are the key uses of the park
Increase accessibility to greenspaces
Improved biodiversity

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Campbell Park Greenspace Improvements

Greenspace improvements through community activity

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"I really enjoyed the occasion, it brought back some great memories of planting my first ever tree and this event has brought everyone together in the spirit of the community." Local resident

Outputs:

30 Trees planted, a mixture of apple and cherry trees

100m Edible hedge

20 members of the local community were in attendance

Outcomes:

Improved Biodiversity
Greater community cohesion
Better habitats for wildlife

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Innertube Map

An active travel map to help access off road routes and to aid navigation through greenspaces

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