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Explore Edinburgh’s hidden natural asset the Water of Leith, flowing through the heart of the city like a 'silver thread in a ribbon of green'.
The Water of Leith Visitor Centre is home to a FREE fantastic interactive exhibition on the rivers heritage and wildlife. See the life of the river in the video well. Control the ebb and flow of the water, cause a flood and try to stop the giant waterwheel. The sights and sounds of the riverbank are revealed on our unique 'call of the wild' wall. In addition the Centre hosts information about the river and our work to protect it, a gift shop and café.
OPENING TIMES;
10.00 to 4.00 EVERYDAY
CLOSED XMAS AND NEW YEAR FROM 24ST DECEMEBER TO EARLY JANUARY
The exhibtion is FREE.
The Water of Leith Walkway follows the course of the river, covering the 12 miles from Balerno though our capital to Leith. Recently completed thanks to funding from the Millennium Commission, CEC and SEEL this is a unique way to explore Edinburgh on foot. Walkway Maps and guides are available from the Visitor Centre. We are located halfway along the walkway at Slateford, 5 miles west of the city centre on Lanark Road.
The Centre is run by the Water of Leith Conservation Trust a small charity aiming to conserve and enhance the river as a haven for wildlife and a educational and recreational resource for all. Support our work by becoming a member or joining our active volunteer team. As guardians of the river we work to raise the profile of this key environmental asset, and promote community action to help the river. Regular clean ups and habitat creation projects improve the health of the river valley. Our education and group visits programme, regular talks, walks and events mean everyone has the opportunity to discover more about Edinburgh hidden natural asset.
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Water of Leith Conservation Trust
Water of Leith Visitor Centre
24 Lanark Road
Edinburgh EH14
TEL - 0131 455 7367
FAX - 0131 443 1682
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CHILDREN'S EVENTS 2009 at the WATER OF LEITH VISITOR CENTRE
All events are on Tuesdays cost £3.50 per child (Accompanying adult free)
& start at 2.00pm until 3.30pm. BOOKING ESSENTIAL 0131 455 7367 admin@waterofleith.org.uk
7th July – Minibeast Magic
Be magnified by the micro world of bugs
2.00 to 3.30 - £3.50 per child (accompanying adult free)
14th July – River Dipping
Join us IN the river for this favourite activity.
2.00 to 3.30 - £3.50 per child (accompanying adult free
21st July – Water Force
Join us as we harness the tremendous power of water.
2.00 to 3.30 - £3.50 per child (accompanying adult free)
28th July – Wild at Art
Join us as get creative with nature
2.00 to 3.30 - £3.50 per child (accompanying adult free)
4th August – River Dipping II
So popular we have to run it twice. Join us IN the river for this favourite activity.
2.00 to 3.30 - £3.50 per child (accompanying adult free
11th August – Wing It
Discover life on the wing as we harness the power of flight
2.00 to 3.30 - £3.50 per child (accompanying adult free)
20th October – Wilderness Survival Skills
Hone those survival skills along the Water of Leith
2.00 to 3.30 - £3.50 per child (accompanying adult free)
ADULT & FAMILY EVENTS 2009 with the
Water of Leith Conservation Trust.
Saturday 9th May – PLANT SALE
Visit our now famous annual plant sale and pick up a bargain
Doors open at 10.00 at the Visitor Centre. 50p admission donation.
31st May – Colinton Village Walk
Follow in the foot steps of Robert Louis Stevenson and James Gillespie on this guided walk through the village of Colinton discovering its history and wild places. £3.50 BOOKING ESSENTIAL
Meet at 2.00pm in the Car park under Gillespie bridge in Colinton, off Bridge Road.
28th June – Roseburn to Dean Village Walk
A walk through the river heartland; discover the beautiful Bell’s Mill area and historical Dean Village. £3.50 BOOKING ESSENTIAL
Meet at 2.00pm at the Entrance to walkway on Roseburn Cliff off Corstorphine Road nr Murrayfield.
19th July – RIVER RAMBLE
Complete all 12 miles of the walkway from Balerno to Leith and help raise funds to support the work of the Water of Leith Conservation Trust. Call 0131 455 7367 or email admin@waterofleith.org.uk for a registration form.
23rd August – Stockbridge Saunter
A guided walk from Dean Bridge to Canonmills discovering the social and natural heritage of this beautiful part of the river.
Meet at 2.00pm on the old bridge in Dean Village, on Bells Brae off Queensferry Road. £3.50 BOOKING ESSENTIAL
6th September – TREASURE HUNT – 1 pm
Join this Treasure Island themed hunt in the
Dell’s. Encounter pirates and local legends as you follow the clues to find your own ‘pieces of eight’. Treasure Hunt starts from the Water of Leith Visitor Centre and follows around a mile of clues through the Dells. £5 per map, enough treasure for all. Family funday games and refreshments at the centre. Pirate Costume optional but will be rewarded.
CONTACT US FOR DETAILS:
admin@waterofleith.org.uk
www.waterofleith.org.uk
0131 455 7367
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