Category: Corstorphine

Corstorphine Public Hall site sold

The site of the former Corstorphine Public Hall has finally been sold.

CCC is happy to announce that the sale of 14 Kirk Loan was completed on 21 November 2024 to Stone Acre Corstorphine Ltd.

Details of the proposed development, which will retain the existing façade of the original public hall building, are available on the Council’s planning portal.

The community has been responsive and resilient in it’s support to set up a new Hub since the fire in October 2013 and CCC would like to thank everyone for all their efforts.

The net proceeds from the sale will now be utilised in the refurbishment of the new CCC Hub at 5 Kirk Loan, which will commence as soon as possible.

Keep up to date with the progress of the new CCC Hub at 5 Kirk Loan on:

www.corstorphinecommunitycentre.org.uk and

https://www.facebook.com/CorstorphineCommunityCentre

Shulah Allan, Chair

Last day for Corstorphine Christmas Support Project donations

Drumbrae Library Hub is a drop off point for donations to the Corstorphine Christmas Support Project!

This project supports families in the wider Corstorphine, Murrayfield and Roseburn area who need extra help at this festive time of year.

Please bring in toys and toiletries that you wish to donate TODAY as it will be the last opportunity to give these.

Police: Have you seen Gary?

POLICE are are appealing for help to trace Gary Coyle, 65, who has been reported missing from Corstorphine.

Gary was last seen around 9.20am on Saturday, 30 November in the Parkgrove area.

He is described as around 5ft 4, of slim build and has long thinning grey hair. It is not known what clothing he is wearing.

Inspector Alison Lawrie said: “Concerns are growing for Gary’s welfare. I am appealing to anyone who might have seen him, knows where he may be, or if Gary himself sees this appeal, to please get in touch with officers.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting reference number 3163 of Sunday, 1 December 2024.

Book Week Scotland: Poetry workshop at Corstorphine Library

`MONDAY 18th NOVEMBER from 6 – 7pm

Corstorphine Library is hosting Iona Lee for Book Week Scotland.

If you’d be interested in attending this poetry workshop on 18th November, and/or joining their Corstorphine Library’s fortnightly Writers Group, please ask at the library desk or telephone 0131 529 5506.

You can also get in touch via email at corstorphine.library@edinburgh.gov.uk

Untold Tales Unfold tomorrow at Corstorphine Community Centre!

WEDNESDAY 30 OCTOBER from 1 – 2.30pm

Come and share your stories of Corstorphine at CCC tomorrow 1pm-2.30pm

We are working in partnership with Citadel Arts we are holding a series of sessions where we gather together in a small group and tell our tales.

Help our Untold Tales Unfold!

Appeal after man injured following disturbance on Rannoch Road

Detectives are appealing for information after a man was injured following a disturbance in the Clermiston area last night (Friday, 25 October, 2024).

Around 10.50pm, officers were called to Rannoch Road where a 23-year-old man was found injured.

He was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh where he is being treated for a laceration.

Enquiries are also ongoing to trace a second man who may have received a minor injury during this disturbance.

Detective Sergeant Jen Hughes said: “Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident and trace everyone involved.

“If you were in the Rannoch Road area around the time of the incident on Friday night and you haven’t yet spoken to police, I urge you to contact us.

“I would also ask anyone who was driving in the area and has dashcam footage or if you have any personal footage that may assist our investigation to please come forward.”

Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting reference number 4488 of 25 October. Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.

Kids Crafts and Games Fridays at Corstorphine Community Centre

Our Kids Crafts and Games group for ages 3-12 starts it’s new block on the 25th of October!

Taking place every Friday 2-3pm for until the 29th November, with plenty of games and a weekly craft activity. Just £1 a week – to register, email Alison on community@ccchub.online.

Corstorphine locals: Vintage Vibes needs YOU!

Do you live or work in or around Corstorphine and could spare an hour or two a week to help tackle loneliness in your area?

We’re looking for lovely locals to become a friendship volunteer to a local older person who’s feeling alone.

To find out more about how you can change someone’s life for the better and make a difference on your doorstep, send us a DM or visit, vintagevibes.org.uk.

Do good. Feel good! 💛

Corstorphine Community Centre Tea Dance

SATURDAY 28 SEPTEMBER from 2 – 4pm at ASTORIA CENTRE, KIRK LOAN

Savour a Saturday with our suave social!

Join us for our monthly Tea Dance.

Tickets are selling out fast

Buy them from the CCC charity shop Monday – Friday, or from our Partner @ The Gift Tree