Category: Corstorphine

Glow Under The Sea at Edinburgh Zoo as the Giant Lanterns Trail Opens

Edinburgh Zoo, Giant Lanterns Trail

A dazzling maze of light, colour and imagination lit up Edinburgh Zoo on Thursday (13 November) as Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns officially opened.

As dusk fell, the trail, which has made its glowing return after six years, came to life with towering illuminated sculptures and intricate light displays.  

This year’s interactive under the sea experience takes the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s (RZSS) visitors on a luminous journey into the deep, featuring marine wildlife, legendary sea creatures and ocean mysteries. All brought to life by more than 600 hand crafted lanterns, some standing at an impressive 20 feet high.

Open to visitors from now until February 22 2006, the interactive trail includes an enormous 14 meter whale for visitors to walk through, a giant crab and a journey through Atlantis.  Over 12,000 LED bulbs light the trail which was created in just three months by Inlight Festival Group (the Zigong Lantern Company).

Locally inspired scenes feature iconic and lesser-known native Scottish species, from the much-loved puffins to the critically endangered flapper skate, one of the world’s largest rays and a focus of RZSS’s conservation efforts.

Edinburgh Zoo, Giant Lanterns Trail

Lindsay Ross, events and experiences manager at RZSS, said: “After a six-year hiatus we are so pleased to bring back Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns, bigger, brighter and bolder than ever before!”

Along the route, visitors can enjoy festive treats such as toasted marshmallows, mulled wine and other seasonal favourites. 

Edinburgh Zoo, Giant Lanterns Trail

Tickets for Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns are on sale now from their website edinburghzoo.org.uk/lanterns.

Ticket prices vary for off-peak, standard and peak nights.  Entry is open from 4:45pm with the last entry at 7:30pm.

The VIP package ticket includes a full day of zoo access, an evening meal and direct access to the lantern trail.

Corstorphine Community Centre: Self-Care Day

TUESDAY 18th NOVEMBER

Self Care is important for us all. On Tuesday 18th November CCC are hosting some magnificent workshops. The facilitators will provide you with top tips and take aways to make each day a little easier.

Don’t hang about, email bookings@ccchub.online to secure your session/s.

Key city project nears completion

SCOTTISH WATER – ‘DRAINING THE RAIN’ ON CORSTORPHINE ROAD

A £3million project to help prevent wet wipes and other sewer related debris from entering the Water of Leith at Murrayfield in Edinburgh is nearly complete.

Since June, Corstorphine Road has been reduced to one lane while Scottish Water upgrades a key storm overflow, constructing a new spill chamber and screens.

Earlier this month a giant 20 tonne concrete ‘lid’ was lowered into place, marking a major milestone for the project.

Scottish Water Senior Project Manager Ethan Gillies Denning said: “Work has progressed well, despite challenging ground conditions and we are aiming to finish by early December.

“We are extremely grateful to road users and residents who have been patient throughout and have coped well with the disruption on their doorstep.

“We have worked closely with Murrayfield Stadium and Edinburgh City Council to make sure hundreds of thousands of fans have been able to get safely to major events such as the Oasis concerts.

“Similar arrangements are being made so that supporters should have no problems at the autumn rugby internationals that kick off this weekend.

“These projects can be difficult to deliver but once completed, the benefits will ensure the environment is protected for many years to come.”

The project is part of Scottish Water’s Improving Urban Waters programme, an additional £500million package of investment to improve the environment and make it more enjoyable for customers to explore their local area.

Working closely with the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) Scottish Water has identified 108 high-priority storm overflows for improvement or replacement for water quality or aesthetic – sewer related debris – reasons.

Under the banner ‘Draining the Rain, Enhancing the Environment’ the investment helps prevent sewage related debris such as wet wipes from entering the environment during periods of rainfall.

The project is being delivered by Scottish Water’s alliance partner Caledonia Water Alliance (CWA).

Customer Manager Jennifer Renton said: “Work has progressed well despite some challenges along the way, and we sincerely appreciate the public’s understanding and patience throughout the process.

“We are proud and grateful to be part of Scottish Water’s Improving Urban Waters programme, an important investment in enhancing our environment for future generations.”

Today: Telling the Time at Corstorphine Library

COME ONE!!! COME ALL!!!

When: On Wednesday, 15th October 25 at 2 pm

Who: Explore Learning

What: FUN FUN FUN with Telling the time

Suitable for ages 5-7

No need to book, just come for 2 pm to the Library. We look forward to seeing everybody!

Police alert following break-ins

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Community Alert: Vehicle Break-Ins in Clermiston & Corstorphine

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Police are urging residents in the Clerwood Gardens and Caroline Terrace areas to check their vehicles for any missing belongings. Several vehicle break-ins were reported in the early hours of Monday, 15th September 2025.

If you discover your vehicle has been broken into or find missing items, please:

– Contact 101 and quote incident number 0239 of 15/09/2025

– Provide details of missing items to help match property with owners

To reduce the risk of vehicle crime, always:

– Lock your vehicle doors

– Remove valuables or keep them out of sight

– Park in well-lit or secure areas where possible

Let’s stay vigilant and work together to keep our community safe! 🚓🔒