CAKE lovers in Davidson’s Mains, Edinburgh, can enjoy a free sweet treat on Saturday 22nd August, as Cake Box opens its brand-new store.
The new bakery will be serving up Cake Box’s signature fresh cream, 100 percent egg-free cakes – from celebration centrepieces to everyday indulgences – all handmade and beautifully finished in store.
To mark the official launch, Cake Box Davidson’s Mains will be giving away 100 free slices to the first 100 customers and 100 free cupcakes for children (available while stocks last). There will also be free sampling for the duration of the launch, also while stocks last.
Sukh Chamdal, founder and chief executive officer at Cake Box, said: “We are excited to grow the Cake Box family in Edinburgh with our new Davidson’s Mains store.
“We have always strived to make special moments between family and friends that bit sweeter, and we are thrilled to welcome the Davidson’s Mains community with free treats, family fun and, of course, our delicious range of egg-free, handmade cakes.”
Event details
Date: Saturday 22nd August Time: From 11am Address: 54A Main Street, Davidsons Mains Edinburgh, EH4 5AA Giveaway: 100 free slices to the first 100 customers (available while the stock lasts) and 100 free cupcakes for children, with free samples available all day
Next Monday, 24th August we will be starting Mindful Colouring In at Blackhall Library. These are casual sessions for anyone to join, no need to book, just come along.
Hibernian FC is delighted to confirm the appointment of long-standing associate of the Club and lifelong Hibs supporter – Jim Brydon – to the Board of Directors.
Jim joins the Board as a Non-Executive Director, having worked closely with the Club for more than 20 years as a business associate.
Owner of JB Contracts (Scotland) Limited, West Pilton-born Jim has an established relationship with Hibernian, having supported the Club on a number of key projects, including the redevelopment of the Hibernian Training Centre, the renovation of Easter Road Stadium and various other facilities management and development projects over the years.
His involvement with Hibs extends well beyond his professional relationship with the Club. Jim was one of the early members involved in establishing Club 86 and has continued to contribute to and support the revamped Hibs Kids initiative over the years.
He was also been a long-standing member of various Hibernian FC supporters’ groups including The Stanton Branch and The Carlton Branch, whilst contributing funds to support the Hibernian Community Foundation’s charitable work across Leith and the surrounding areas of Edinburgh.
Jim also organised many Hampden trips from Silverknowes Golf Club – including the most memorable one of all on 21 May 2016!
Football-daft Jim has also coached youth teams for many years at Broughton Boys and then at Spartans Community Foundation.
Jim is also the younger brother of Hearts saviour Ann Budge, who rescued the Tynecastle club from imminent closure in 2014.
Hibernian FC Chairman Ian Gordon said: “I am delighted to be able to bring Jim onto the Board. He has a brilliant knowledge and understanding of the Club, and he knows what Hibs means to our supporters and the community.
“Since my family came to the Club, Jim was one of the first people who welcomed us to Edinburgh and has supported us all the way through. He is an incredibly loyal and trustworthy individual and is already intertwined with everyone at the Club, so it was an easy decision to invite him onto the Board.
“He has been involved in many key projects, developments and milestones throughout his time following the Club, and he will bring with him a vast range of local knowledge, experience and expertise to the Board.”
Jim Brydon, Non-Executive Director at Hibernian FC, added: “I am delighted to have been given this opportunity and to be invited onto the Board here at Hibs.
“Everyone who knows me knows that Hibs is an incredibly special Club for me, so when Ian approached me, I was honoured to accept the invitation.
“I will do my best to contribute ideas and offer my experience, opinion and guidance where required. This is an exciting time for the Football Club, and I can’t wait to get started.”
Jim is the latest addition to the Hibernian FC Board of Directors, which now includes:
Blackhall Library has reopened in a new temporary facility next to Davidson’s Mains Primary School.
The service previously operated via a mobile library bus, following the closure of the original Blackhall Library building on Hillhouse Road in 2023 due to the discovery of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC).
The new temporary building is providing access to library services while work continues on a long-term plan for the library and other community services in the area.
The library sits within the school’s grounds, but has its own dedicated entrance and is separated from the school by fencing. Signage has been installed at the gates to help guide people to the new building.
The new library is open 10am to 8pm Monday-Wednesday, and 10am to 5pm Thursday to Saturday.
Regular events and activities for adults include:
Writing Group: Tuesdays 6pm to 7pm, monthly
Book Group: Wednesdays 6pm to 7pm, monthly
Library Link: Wednesdays and Fridays, fortnightly
Craft activities for children and young people are also available on Fridays from 2 to 3pm, with Bookbug sessions running on Tuesdays from 11am to 11.30am. The library will also be running a programme of activities and events over the school holidays.
The enclosed site includes relaxing and secure outdoor space for the community to enjoy.
Spacious community rooms are also available to book for meetings and events. Information on pricing and booking can be found on the Council’s website.
The process of developing the temporary library has included engagement with the Davidson’s Mains Primary School community to ensure the facility supports the needs of the school, its pupils and staff.
Additional works have been carried out at the school to support the delivery of the library, including new fencing and works to the playground to provide new fire safety spaces. New road safety improvement works are also underway outside the school, including pavement widening.
Culture and Communities Convener, Cllr Margaret Graham said: “The arrival of the new temporary Blackhall Library is fantastic news for the local community, bringing an exciting range of events and activities back at a convenient and central location.
“We’ve already had some excellent feedback from library users of all ages, and it’s been particularly pleasing to see young people and their families embrace the service as part of their regular school day.
“The original Blackhall Library was a very popular resource and provided a wide range of library services, community events and activities. We know it’s important that people across Blackhall, Davidson’s Mains and the local area have access to quality local services in places that are convenient and accessible, and this new building has been designed to fit that need while we continue to develop plans for its permanent replacement.
“We have an opportunity to develop a new range of modern and accessible services through the long term replacement, and we need to make smart choices to invest in the future of the area. We’re looking forward to announcing more details and public engagement soon.“
Work is ongoing to develop plans for the long term replacement facility. Council officers have been engaging through local community organisations and workshops with pupils at local primary and high schools.
An engagement display has also been set up in the new temporary library to present some of the feedback received and to gather views from library users.
This work is helping to build a detailed understanding of the types of services people across Blackhall, Davidson’s Mains and the wider local community would like to access in a future library facility.
A 12-week public engagement process will launch on the proposals later this year. The findings of this initial engagement work will be used to inform the design of the proposed long-term solution, which will then be presented for formal public engagement.
We’re delighted to let you know that we’re planning to open the new temporary Blackhall Library at Davidson Main’s Primary School on Monday (8th June).
The opening hours for the library, alongside a programme of planned events and activities, will be available on the Blackhall Library webpage soon.
Due to essential works the library will be closed for one day only on Thursday 25 June. Unfortunately it hasn’t been possible to schedule these works ahead of the library opening, but we’ve been working with contractors to minimise disruption and limit the closure to a single day.
We’re looking forward to welcoming you all into our new space very soon!
We’re busy finalising the set up at our new temporary library building at Davidson’s Mains Primary School, and we’re looking forward to opening and sharing the space with the community.
Unfortunately we’ve experienced some delays with finishing the building works and installing some of the furniture. This means we’ve had to postpone the planned opening of the library by a few weeks.
We’ll announce the opening date via our website in the coming weeks:
Local favourite, Bangla Kitchen, has scooped the award for Best Indian Takeaway in this year’s Scottish Curry Awards (SCA) held in Glasgow this week.
Run by Abdul Mohit Khan and his wife Naz with support from their families, they’ve been serving up deliciously authentic Bangladeshi food in Davidsons Mains for over 16 years.
No strangers to awards, Bangla Kitchen won the SCA previously in 2014 and 2015, as well as being finalists in 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020. They also won the Spice Awards in 2023 for Best Indian Takeaway – East.
Speaking about their recent win, Abdul says: “We could not be more proud to win this prestigious award. It’s huge recognition for us and our hard working staff who continue to do their very best to provide the finest quality meals and best service possible.
“We’ve been in business for over 16 years now and are so grateful for the support of so many loyal customers over the years – many who come from all over the city to get food from us – and it’s really thanks to all of them that we’ve won another award.
We are immensely grateful for the support and the opportunities the community gives us to grow more”.
Bangla Kitchen can be found at 67 – 69 Main Street in Davidsons Mains EH4 5AD and are open 7 days a week from 5pm – 11pm.
Order by phone 0131 312 6260 or online at Banglakitchen online.co.uk
We’re delighted to be welcoming back The Three Inch Fools to perform in our beautiful gardens this summer at Lauriston Castle!
Get ready for King Arthur and the Holy Fail – a brand new comedy packed to the brim with medieval mayhem. Expect heroic exploits, questionable chivalry, live music, and a lively flock of fire-breathing swans.
Saddle up – things are about to get legendary! For all the family!
