Community Hub Rises in Spylaw Park

0:00It's March 26, from your city to your ears. This is Edinburgh News Today, powered by AI, I'm Corey with the story. A new community hub is taking shape in Spinal Park in Edinburgh, led by the local charity Collinton Village Enterprise. They're transforming an old shed into a 1 million pound facility, with Council approval back in September 2024. The goal is to open by the end of this year, complete with multi-purpose rooms for rents and a cafe for park visitors and walkers along the water of. Leith. Construction kicked off in October 2024, starting with ground works through the winter months. Now the structure is rising above ground, including lifting the roof to add a first floor and better access from the walkway. The builders from Rollo Developments and Architect David Moore from MDA Studio are handling the tricky site in the park, away from main roads. Those are excited about the project, seeing it as a spot to bring people together for yoga, classes, coffee, or events to build community ties.

1:02The group highlights how it will serve everyone in Collinton, fostering cohesion in a shared space, with about three quarters of the funding secure from grants, donations, a property sale, and past efforts they're making a final push for the rest. A public meeting is coming up to share updates, gather feedback, and rally neighborhood support. This community effort is gaining momentum, and, with a little more help, the hub should be ready soon to welcome visitors and strengthen local bonds.