Talk Porty ~ Portobello

Skeely

Seriously though, I think increasing traffic flow on the High Street is a rotten idea. Reducing traffic flow instead would encourage traffic to use Milton Rd / Harry Lauder Road, making Porty much more pleasant at rush hour.

Skeely

I'm all for the reduction in car parking spaces. All those cars make it difficult to cycle on the pavement.

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Skeely

Great stuff, thanks all. The mosaic viewer is fantastic.

Skeely

I read about the bomb in the library — it was near Christian Path, and they tried to dig it out but it kept sinking further. In the end they covered it in concrete. Thanks for the info. Rathbone, do you know if the Brighton Place ones were underground, or were they huts?

Skeely

Would anyone here know, or even remember, the location of the Portobello bomb shelters? I moved into Mount Lodge Place last year, and have heard rumours that my garden — where the clump of trees is in the map below — is above an old air raid shelter, probably the cellar of a previous building. I've ...

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The Official God FAQ

Skeely

I'm told it's not happening this year.

Skeely

I asked one of the lads doing the shopfitting. I might have misheard, but the secure kiosk bit looks consistent with a pawn shop.

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Skeely

It's a pawn shop. Sign o' the times!

Skeely

Nobody's had a pop at the 'mid for a while, so here goes... I was in at the weekend, and asked why the Mackie's ice cream, advertised at half price, hadn't been in evidence since the posters appeared. I was told there was none, as the warehouse only had a very small quantity and none of it reached P...

Skeely

SoupDragon wrote:Who were the band with the piper?

That was Cantara.

Skeely

I like the clean lines of the new one too, and the bigger image is nice. I might be tempted to bump up the size of the main post text, if the narrower column will take it.

Skeely

Keep an eye on Gumtree, there are sometimes flatshares there. Good luck.

Skeely

I saw Little Feat and Dr John there last year too -- both excellent gigs. It can sound a bit muddy, but the atmosphere's good.

Skeely

I've got my ticket for the wonderful PJ Harvey and John Parish in April at the Queen's Hall.

Skeely

You'll find the answer here: The Official God FAQ.

Skeely

... and it is likely time for a change in the editorial team. Are you volunteering? You may disagree with them on this issue, but I do feel the urge to stick up for them here. We're lucky to have them. Have you seen many other local community newspapers? The Porty Reporter is head and shoulders abo...

Skeely

I've PM'd you with a local welder's email.

Skeely

Essentially if the average speed through the city (probably about 5MPH just now) was increased then drivers wouldn't feel so frustrated and speed whenever they are not stuck in traffic. Improving the flow of traffic just increases the amount of traffic on the roads. I'm enjoying the reduced traffic...

Skeely

Ever wondered what the ships you see out in the Forth are up to?

Live Ships Map - AIS - Vessel Traffic and Positions

Skeely

I'm enjoying the turn the Marine Gardens thread is taking (not being a great footie fan). I've been inspired to Google... Here's Drew McQueen (from this page ) http://www.classicspeedway.co.uk/vets1.jpg And KidCurtis (from this page ) http://www.newcastlespeedwayhistory.co.uk/KidCurtis%20and%20Olive...

Skeely

Well done for getting these Bob. It seems a bit cheeky of the council to claim copyright on photos by unknown photographers over 70 years old though.

Skeely

I personally believe that the area occupied by the golf course could be put to much better use for the whole community I couldn't agree more. Zoom out a bit from Marya's pic, and have a look at the large green spaces in Edinburgh - they're mostly golf courses. Edinburgh seems to have middle aged me...

Skeely

I'm not voting, but thought I'd point out the silliness of the question. I'm all for animals defacating, even on the beach, as long as their owners pick it up.

edit - oops, missed the irony. I should have read the dogs thread first ...

Skeely

Sounds good, it'll be great to have more live music in Porty. Here are the owners, and here is their other bar.

Skeely

Cappuccino. Starbucks cap is way too milky for me though, even the small ("tall") one. Other than my home made cup, the second best cappuccino in Portobello is from the Wimpy on the prom IMHO.

Skeely

Sorry to hear about your cars, I hope they were insured. I loved the fair last year, and look forward to going this year too. Does this make me pond life?

Skeely

Ahh, got you. I'm another prom cyclist. I understand the concerns, but wouldn't like to see segregated bike lanes on the prom. The lack of motor traffic makes our prom unique among city beaches, and it's also what makes it safe and enjoyable for cyclists. I cycle to work along the Innocent railway, ...

Skeely

Bob Jefferson wrote:I'm in favour of cycle patrols to enforce the 'no cycling' rules. You know it makes sense.

So you're not a cyclist then Bob?

Skeely

promqueen wrote:That's a bit daft. I'm glad the polis go down the prom

I'm all for the polis patrolling the prom, but my point is they should get out and walk. They would have much more chance of apprehending someone on foot (or bicycle).

Skeely

I was amused to read in the latest Portobello Reporter that the the prom is "designated as a road restricted to foot passage only". Has anyone told the police? Why do they drive down the prom in patrol cars? Are their bulletproof vests and batons not enough protection from kids on bicycles? It's har...

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aileenandfearghal wrote:I'm not supporting any excessive use of signs, but surely if they are over the top/an eyesore that there are processes to deal with this?

Gerry's process seems quite effective.

Skeely

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Pal of Porty wrote:I hope he won't grow up to be one of these dogs that eats my kids. 8)

Is this a regular occurrence?

Skeely

bouncie_kiwi wrote:While we're all at it, we might as well break into teh cig cupboard, have a few smokes and open all the biscuits!!!

Now that would be illegal. I don't see anything in the link to back up your claim that grazing is theft though.

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