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  • Campaign News
  • Wildlife
    • Citizen Science
    • Birds
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    • Amphibians
    • Plants and Trees
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News from the campaign

media coverage and blogs elsewhere

21 November 2024: National World / Deadline News

Locals urged to get involved in last chance to object to planning application for flats on city’s nature spot

2 August 2024: blog on Edinburgh Shoreline website

Edinburgh Shoreline Meets Western Harbour Ponds Group

9 March 2024: Edinburgh Evening News

Activists unhappy with new Western Harbour ponds plan

4 March 2024: Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh locals mock developer's plans to 'save two ponds' before building on green space

4 March 2024: Edinburgh Evening News website

Edinburgh planning: Plans to retain ponds at Western Harbour 'no compromise' say campaigners.

12 December 2023: The Edinburgh Reporter

Permanent protection is approved for trees on housing site

25 October 2023: STV News website

Undeveloped 'wildlife haven' housing plan criticised.

19 October 2023: guest blog on Cockburn Association website

Edinburgh Natural History Society – Guest Blog

11 July 2023: Edinburgh Evening News

Edinburgh residents launch campaign to save 'wildlife haven' Western Harbour ponds from development

10 July 2023: Edinburgh Live

Hope for Edinburgh campaign to save 'precious' ponds as trees set to be protected

29 December 2022: The Edinburgh Reporter

Fight is on to save Western Harbour ponds

27 December 2022: STV News website

Residents fight to save wildlife hotspots 'teeming with life'

Community VOICES

Pond Stories

 Share your stories! We want to hear how you use and enjoy the Western Harbour Ponds and the positive impact it has on your life. Whether it's finding solace in nature, walking the dog, birdwatching with family, or simply taking a moment to unwind, your experiences matter. Let's showcase the invaluable benefits of this urban rewilding oasis together! #SaveWHP 



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