Lothian Projects

Port Setons Coastal Carpark
Where? East Lothian
When? 6th July 2008
What's it about? Landscapers will redevelop existing car park on the eastside ( ground to be dug up. Machines required) project description - to make unused waste ground area and using three car parking spaces (which are rarely ever used) into a area for all of the community to sit in relax and enjoy. To incorporate local artists i.e. stonemasors, wood carvers, blacksmiths to commission pieces of work. To bring the sea theme up to the car park i.e. gravel, sand, grasses, large pieces of driftwood, and using local artists to paint the existing red brick wall similar to the ones they have done all along the east Lothian coastline. To involve two Secondary Schools and the adults and staff at centre to design plan and plant a welcoming space for all to enjoy.
Where's it happening? South Seton Park Port Seton, East Lothian
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Karen McGuiness (01875815220)
Organised by: Port Seton Resource Centre
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Wildflower Planting for Butterflies, Birds and Bees
Where? Edinburgh
When? 5/7/08
What's it about? The purpose of this project is to plant wildflowers to attract bees, birds and butterflies to Mintgomery Street park, an inner city park in Edinburgh. Volunteers will erect fencing around the area to be planted, prepare the ground and plant seeds. We will involve local schools (there are 3 in the vicinity of the area which we have good limks with) plus local residents, many of whom are members of our group. The fencing will be temporary to protect the seeds until they are established.
Where's it happening? Montgomery Street Park, , Edinburgh
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Julienne Thurrot (0131 466 6767)
Organised by: Friends of Montgomery Street Park
Email: julienne@btinternet.com
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Ecotopia
Where? Edinburgh
When? 6th July 2008
What's it about? On 6, 13, 20 and 27 July, volunteers will be involved in planning which area of the site will benefit most from development. Volunteers will participate in clearing rubbish and preparing the area for the introduction of new plant species, bird feeders and installation of wood piles to encourage animals, birds and insects to populate the site. It is hoped that developing one area of the site will also improve the diversity of the plant and animal life in the whole site. Volunteers will be provided with information and training to explain the projects aims and the environmental benefits of their work.
Where's it happening? Ground bordering south of Gorgie Road and various other sites in the surounding area., Edinburgh
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Richard Millar (0771 157 5316)
Organised by: Wheatfield Backgreen Association
Email: wheatfieldbackgreen@hotmail.co.uk
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Completed Projects

Wildlife Reminiscence Garden
Where?
When? 5/6/08
What's it about? Volunteers will renovate an overgrown site and transform it into a wildlife haven where older people can chat, reminisce and enjoy nature. Volunteers will weed out and plant wildflowers and birds and insect attracting plants and shrubs. We will also install a bird box and a bench. This event is the first stage of a garden renovation.
Where's it happening? 101 St. Leonard Street, Edinburgh,
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Lunch, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Heather Robertson (0131 667 0761)
Organised by: Living Memory Association
Email: comhist@livingmemory.org.uk
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From Bright Grey to Bright Green
Where? Addiewell
When? 25/6/08
What's it about? Creation of a garden area outside a community centre from a patch of waste ground in a village which suffers from a high level of deprivation.
Where's it happening? The Pit Stop, Loganlea Miners Charitable Society, Main Street, Addiewell
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Refreshments, Lunch, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Diane Dowie (0131 247 1585)
Organised by: Bright Grey
Email: diane.dowie@brightgrey.com
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It's Birdy Heaven
Where? Bridgend
When? 16 April 2008
What's it about? The aim of the project is to make the garden of Bridgend Primary school more bird friendly. The garden is very exposed to prevailing winds and traditional bird tables continually fall over and get damaged by the wind. By planting a small group of trees the amount of wind hitting the garden will be reduced, the birds will have perches and we can hand bird feeders directly from the branches rather than relying on bird tables. The work will be done by eco-club students, students from Oatridge college and parent volunteers. They will dig holes for the trees, plant the trees, back fill and stake the trees. They will also help spread a wood chip mulch around the tree bases.
Where's it happening? Bridgend primary School, Auldhill Road, Bridgend
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by: Oatridge College
Email: sreay@oatridge.ac.uk
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No More Shopping Trolleys & Beer Cans here Thank You
Where? Dalkeith
When? 12/04/2008
What's it about? Picking up litter and fly-tipping around Dalkeith walkway.
Where's it happening? Peniculk to Dalkeith Walkway, Dalkeith
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Alan Krumfolds (01875821990)
Organised by: Midlothian Ranger Service
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Stimulating Sensory Garden for Currie Play Group
Where? Edinburgh
When? 21/4/08
What's it about? Currie Playgroup has a little bit of land around it and the plan is to develop this more, with a sensory garden. Parents, carers, and most importantly, the children will be involved in this project. There are 25 children, aged between 2 and 5 years old who will be involved with digging and planting. The plants will be carefully chosen to stimulate all the senses, including taste, touch and importantly smell.
Where's it happening? 16 Kirkgate, Currie, Edinburgh
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Susan Irwin (0131 478 2353)
Organised by: Currie Play Group
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Wild About Edinburgh
Where? Edinburgh
When? 5/5/08 & 6/5/08
What's it about? We will be seeding a rundown strip of land adjacent to a major road coming into Edinburgh with a wildflower meadow. We will plant Scottish species ethically collected by a Scottish company and planned specifically to improve biodiversity and attract wildlife. The ground has been rotovated and the volunteers will spread the seed and rake it in over the 2 day period.
Where's it happening? Western Approach Road (verge), Edinburgh
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Lunch, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Claire Reading (07989582110)
Organised by: Brown Earth Landscapes
Email: claire@brownearthlandscapes.com
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South Morningside Primary Goes Green
Where? Edinburgh
When? 14/6/08
What's it about? Re-planting and refurbishment (painting) of planters; replanting raised bed; weeding; general maintenance and clearance of rubbish.
Where's it happening? South Morningside Primary School, 116 Comiston Road, Edinburgh
What to wear/bring: Tools and Materials
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Linda Bendle (0131 447 3060)
Organised by: South Morningside Primary School Parent Council
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Space Invaders
Where? Edinburgh
When? 15 June 2008
What's it about? Remove invasive species in Bradburn Valley Park. To encourage native wildflower chance to grow and thrive. Invasive species are strawberry & Laurel bushes.
Where's it happening? Braidburn Valley Park, Sutherly entrance to the park on Pentland terrace., Edinburgh
What to wear/bring: Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Press/Volunteer Contact: Event organiser (07801 443765)
Organised by: Friends of Braidburn Valley Park
Email: Young.Family@talktalk.net
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Playground Garden Regeneration - Phase 2
Where? Edinburgh
When? 21st June 2008
What's it about? This project is to regenerate a small garden area within the upper playground. Activities will mainly include; repairs to damaged wooden fence panels, painting of fence and benches, general tidy up and planting of bulbs.
Where's it happening? St John Vianney's Primary School, Ivanhoe Crescent, Edinburgh
What to wear/bring: Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Patrick O' Donnell (0131 664 9929)
Organised by: St John Vianneys Primary School Parents Council
Email: paddy.odonnell@btopenworld.com
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Building the Bat Garden
Where? Edinburgh
When? 21/6/08 - 22/6/08
What's it about? Volunteers will:- - Build and put up bat boxes made from re-cycled wood. - Litter pick community garden site where bat boxes will be sited.
Where's it happening? Persevere Community Garden, Leith, Edinburgh
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Refreshments, Lunch, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Alastair Tibbitt (greenerleith@hotmail.com)
Organised by: Greener Leith
Email: greenerleith@hotmail.com
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Polmont Clean Up Day
Where? Falkirk
When? 21/6/08
What's it about? Community clean up program. It has operated for several years, is well known in the community and normally attracts up to 150-200 volunteers. Its aim is to involve as many people in the community in a tidy up and removal of litter and to encourage a culture that is opposed to littering.
Where's it happening? 3 Orchard Grove, Polmont, Falkirk
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Lunch, Tools & Materials, Group Leaders
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Polmont Old Parish Church (01324 873 528)
Organised by: Polmont Old Parish Church of Scotland
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The Healing Garden
Where? Musselburgh
When? 22 May
What's it about? We have got permission to renovate a Council Property garden, we will be growing fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers. The food items will be used to supplement our Supper and Lunch Clubs. The volunteers will be planting out vegetables and herbs on the day. We are a mental health project promoting healthier lifestyle choices, gardening is very therapeutic
Where's it happening? The Gardeners Cottage, Lewisvale Park Musselburgh, Musselburgh
What to wear/bring: Tools and Materials
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Nicky Fox (07966535514)
Organised by: Stepping Out
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Preston Lodge Forest School
Where? Nr Gladsmuir
When? 5 June 2008
What's it about? Over a period of 6 weeks (1 full day session a week), 10 referred 4th year pupils from Preston Lodge will attend a Forest School in their local woods. In addition to the self esteem / confidence work - the young volunteers will practice leave no trace survival skills, rubbish clearance, major path improvements, bird box making / installation, team building activities etc - regardless of the weather!
Where's it happening? Butterdean Woods, Nr Gladsmuir, Nr Gladsmuir
What to wear/bring: Theory is that all barriers are removed due to participant backgrounds and forest school ethos
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Refreshments, Lunch, Tools & Materials, John Muir Award Certificate. Fun! Protective Clothing.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partially
Any restrictions? Group already identified by school due to variety of issues. Number set by H&S ratios, Group already identified by school due to variety of issues. Number set by H&S ratios
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: East Lothian Council Press Officer. (01620 827 827)
Organised by: East lothian Countryside Ranger Service - Forest School
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Cockenzie & Port Seton's Monster Spring Clean
Where? Port Seton
When? 13/5/08
What's it about? Members of Cockenzie and Port Seton In Bloom will co-ordinate and participate in the project. Over a period of 2 weeks commencing 13th April 2008, approximately 10 local organisations (Brownies, Youth Clubs, Sports Clubs, Local Businesses, Churches etc) will do a litter pick or a beach cleaning a specified location in the town. Youth groups will be supervised by their own leaders.
Where's it happening? Cockenzie &, Port Seton
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Sheila Chambers (01875 812410)
Organised by: Cockenzie & Port Seton in Bloom Group
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Next Stop Rosslyn Castle Train Station
Where? Roslin
When? 18/5/08
What's it about? Rosslyn Castle station picnic site is within the Penicuik to Dalkeith Walkway. A 9.5 mile linear route used by walkers, cyclists and horse riders. The route is a former railway line and is an important resource for Mid-Lothian. Volunteers from 'Friends of Roslin Glen' will help clear up the platform areas of vegetation and repaint the original castle station sign. Some pathwork improvement work will also be undertaken to make access easier.
Where's it happening? Rosslyn Castle Train Station, Penicuik to Dalkeith Walkway, Roslin
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Alan Krumholds (01875 821990)
Organised by: Midlothian Ranger Service
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Fedge 'n' Veg
Where? Stoneyburn
When? 21 May 2008
What's it about? The project is run by the School Green Team to develop a large wildlife area in the school grounds. The aim is to have a teaching arena, class allotments and a mile long walk around the school grounds. A bog garden has already been put in place and the children of the school are enjoying seeing a range of wildlife each season which they previously wouldn't have. We have been working closely with parents, staff and BTCV and plan to continue this in the development of our wildlife area. The volunteers would be responsible for the creation of the wildlife area and this would include digging paths, planting seeds and plants, building fences and working with the children to identify different species of wildlife. Volunteers would also be responsible for the creation of the allotment area and to get this area ready for class use.
Where's it happening? Stoneyburn Primary School, 2 Main Street, Stoneyburn
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 5-10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Angela McManus (01501 762253)
Organised by: Green Team - Stoneyburn Primary School
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Creating Scots Pine Woods On An Abandoned Shale Bing
Where? West Calder
When? 4/5/08
What's it about? Plant Scots Pine Trees and provide support/protection with stakes and cages.
Where's it happening? Addiewell Bing, West Calder
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult, Parents of children must have own transport, Parents of children must have own transport
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Press/Volunteer Contact: Debbie (0131 337 0223)
Organised by: Lothian Conservation Volunteers
Email: enquiries@lcu.org.uk
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