Water of Leith

The level of the Water of Leith has dropped considerably since we videoed it last night but remains higher than we’ve have seen it for many years. 

SCOTTISH WATER LACKS DATA

Data supplied by Scottish Water sheds light on the network of combined sewer overflows (CSOs) feeding into the Water of Leith.

The figures quoted were obtained in response to a request made by Harald Tobermann, vice chair of Leith Central Community Council, under Environment Information (Scotland) Regulations, 2014.

There may not be a massive variety, but Edinburgh offers plenty of ‘food for free’, to use a term popularised by Richard Mabey in his 1972 book on foraging.

In the autumn, Blackberries are ubiquitous along paths and on hillsides.

In the spring, shady and damp conditions such as those found along the Water of Leith walkway are ideal for wild garlic (Allium ursinum), whose unmistakeable and pungent aroma fills the air here.

FLOUR, MURDER AND THE WATER OF LEITH

Pamphlets have been part of our culture for hundreds of years. The religious controversies of the early 16th century saw the first great age of pamphleteering. Our political culture has been shaped by pamphlets, from revolutionary tracts to the output of influential think tanks such as the Institute of Economic Affairs. Today, these organisations regularly publish the words of ‘policy wonks’ in this form, even if most read them as PDFs rather than austere A5 booklets.

Now and then: 31.12.22 and 31.7.22.

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