I don't think it's coincidence that Edinburgh Council is looking to 'improve' Cammo Estate (recently made into a local nature reserve) just at the time that they are finalising plans to build on some of the surrounding fields. Also I'm slightly unsure whether Cammo is large enough for some of the types of infrastructure they seem to be proposing, though it does have underused buildings and derelict buildings that could be used. The wee canal has already been restored very nicely so perhaps I should stop being cynical....
Anyway, the next round of consultatations on improvements to the nature reserve are on 19 - 21 January. See here for more information. (These are entirely separate from any consultation on the housing).
You can read more about our latest trip to Cammo here.
a Cammo squirrel
A sympathetic small cafe, toilet and perhaps a hide may not do too much harm!
ReplyDeleteIt is always good when money is spent on restoration, done sympathetically ...
ReplyDeleteLove the cute squirrel.
All the best Jan
It never ends - pressure to use it up rather than just have it be. Keep fighting! The world needs lots of places to just be!
ReplyDeleteI like the wintry view down the Southern Vista from the old House; at one time a clear view to the Pentlands. I can almost hear the redwings in the trees!
ReplyDeleteI agree that 'improvement' can be a dangerous weapon in the hands of politicians. Cammo has its own charms without improvement.
Simon, a cafe (with toilet) would definitely be a good idea. There's a small lodge house which would be great as a cafe
ReplyDeleteLowcarb - sympathetically being the important word
Rabbits Guy- my thoughts exactly
Jamie - I agree, Cammo is lovely as it is.