The installation of new public toilets across premier parks in Edinburgh is well underway, with the first unit delivered successfully to the Meadows last week.
As part of an ongoing initiative to improve accessibility and inclusivity in the city’s public spaces, new facilities will be introduced in the Meadows, Leith Links and Inverleith Park.
The toilets are scheduled to open in time for the summer season.
At the Meadows, the first of three units is now in place, with a boardwalk structure installed to provide access while protecting tree roots. The next steps will be connecting the unit to electric, water and sewer utility networks. The toilets will be located at the intersection of South Middle Meadow Walk and Melville Drive, providing easy access for park visitors, joggers and event-goers.
Meanwhile, work in Inverleith Park is progressing with excavation for a concrete base currently in progress, and construction at Leith Links expected to begin within the next week.
Culture and Communities Convener Val Walker said:
The Edinburgh Public Toilets in Parks project is designed to provide long-term, sustainable public amenities that enhance inclusivity for all. Our goal is to create facilities that are welcoming, safe, and clean setting a new standard for public toilet development throughout the city. This includes the installation of Changing Places toilets for individuals with complex needs. The new public toilets will be free of charge, offering an accessible and convenient option for all park visitors.
Each modular toilet unit is designed to be accessible and private. The new facilities will include:
- 3 family accessible cubicles
- 1 accessible toilet
- 1 Changing Places toilet
- Outdoor water fountain
- Eco-friendly sedum roof to support biodiversity
- Live CCTV camera & LED lighting for security and safety
- Anti-vandal roof and water-efficient management system, designed for durability, sustainability, and reduced water usage.
For further updates on the project, please visit the Edinburgh Thriving Greenspaces website.