http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ CityCyclingEdinburgh Forum » Topic: THE NEPN thread en Sun, 31 May 2026 05:29:06 +0000 http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-383830 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:05:44 +0000 LaidBack 383830@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>After yesterday's report that local SNP councillors were against both proposed options for a new tram route, the local Labour transport spokesman has accused them of 'naked nimbyism'. - Ian Swanson, Evening News.<br /> <a href="https://www.edinburghminute.com/the-edinburgh-minute-thursday-9-april-2026/?ref=the-edinburgh-minute-newsletter" rel="nofollow">https://www.edinburghminute.com/the-edinburgh-minute-thursday-9-april-2026/?ref=the-edinburgh-minute-newsletter</a> </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-383829 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:32:16 +0000 chdot 383829@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>“</p> <p>"My view is that the Roseburn Path must remain a safe and enjoyable space for local people as well as an important part of the North Edinburgh Path Network.” </p> <p>“</p> <p><a href="https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinburgh-north-south-tramline-snp-says-build-line-to-infirmary-first-and-find-a-new-route-to-granton-6565804" rel="nofollow">https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinburgh-north-south-tramline-snp-says-build-line-to-infirmary-first-and-find-a-new-route-to-granton-6565804</a> </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-382636 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:49:56 +0000 chdot 382636@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>@ DaveC</p> <p>Enjoy your cycling today</p> <p>Edinburgh seems to be firmly sub zero</p> <p>Fortunately any salt deposited in last few days won’t have been rained off</p> <p>Take care, as always </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-382630 Sun, 04 Jan 2026 19:03:34 +0000 wingpig 382630@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>The mini-bin lorry which was stuck in a ditch at Five Ways yesterday was gone this morning, too. </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-382629 Sun, 04 Jan 2026 18:47:07 +0000 DaveC 382629@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>Great news, thanks for the update Chdot. I was thinking of cycling in tomorrow but may just take the bike on the train and see what the roads are like over lunchtime. </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-382607 Sat, 03 Jan 2026 12:25:02 +0000 chdot 382607@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/55019152402_fa7e075c4a_b.jpg"></p> <p>Well salted (yesterday)</p> <p>Took years of campaigning to get it done at all. </p> <p>Now seems to be a ‘normal thing’. </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-382345 Sun, 07 Dec 2025 22:23:33 +0000 chdot 382345@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p><img src="https://www.flickr.com/photo_download.gne?id=54968012884&amp;secret=e8fec3f623&amp;size=c"></p> <p>Wardie Road entrance</p> <p>Yesterday </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-382113 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 23:51:13 +0000 chdot 382113@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p><a href="http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21841&amp;replies=1#post-382112">Powderhall Bridge shut</a></p> <p>Two more weeks. </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-379791 Tue, 27 May 2025 10:46:43 +0000 Rob 379791@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>My assumption is that the bollards at Fiveways were the quick/easy way to contain the problem, with finding and fixing all the entry points requiring more effort.</p> <p>The car I saw was near St Mark's Park, not far from this missing bollard - <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/zWbq8YgthtkCnDTC6" rel="nofollow">https://maps.app.goo.gl/zWbq8YgthtkCnDTC6</a> </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-379781 Mon, 26 May 2025 16:53:11 +0000 Baldcyclist 379781@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>I've seen both Council vans and police cars on the NEPN. I presume the barriers are removable with keys, which will be fine for the council, but not any good when the police are chasing miscreants. </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-379780 Mon, 26 May 2025 16:27:20 +0000 chdot 379780@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>Ah yes, this one</p> <p><a href="https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2024/10/council-to-review-exits-on-cycle-paths/" rel="nofollow">https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2024/10/council-to-review-exits-on-cycle-paths/</a> </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-379779 Mon, 26 May 2025 16:25:44 +0000 chdot 379779@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>There’s this</p> <p><a href="https://archive.ph/2025.05.26-151926/https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/crime/edinburgh-crime-burnt-out-car-appears-on-drylaw-cycle-path-4888095" rel="nofollow">https://archive.ph/2025.05.26-151926/https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/crime/edinburgh-crime-burnt-out-car-appears-on-drylaw-cycle-path-4888095</a></p> <p>But also one where ‘people had to jump out of the way’. </p> <p>Doesn’t explain how 5 bollards at Fiveways would stop it happening again… </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-379778 Mon, 26 May 2025 15:46:19 +0000 the canuck 379778@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>Um. How did I miss the cars? Motorbikes I'm sure are on there some nights, but cars?!? </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-379733 Wed, 21 May 2025 20:32:06 +0000 chdot 379733@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54534275772_8258a70aa9.jpg"></p> <p>(Not my photo)</p> <p>New at Fiveways. </p> <p>Local Cllr says -</p> <p>“</p> <p>there were a number of incidents with cars on the paths last year so the council reviewed entrance and exit points (and fiveways, clearly) and added these for protection</p> <p>“ </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-368656 Tue, 13 Jun 2023 21:39:14 +0000 the canuck 368656@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>" large mechanical sweeping as and when the need arises."</p> <p>There's crap in the Tesco--Trinity section that's been there since November. The budget seems to only allow the sweeper to pass once, but in fact the path is too wide, needs a return pass. </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-368625 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 13:29:07 +0000 Murun Buchstansangur 368625@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>@neddie SMW is 'core' in all its path-related meanings AFAIAA </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-368624 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 13:04:33 +0000 neddie 368624@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>Would be nice if they simply repainted the white line down South Meadow Walk - which I've asked @edinhelp to do at least 8 times, over the last few years</p> <p>But no, this path seems to be off the core network, so is completely neglected </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-368622 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 12:32:21 +0000 Murun Buchstansangur 368622@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>"pathway edge...maintenance"</p> <p>I'll believe it when I see it. </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-368605 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 15:06:40 +0000 chdot 368605@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>Not only NEPN. </p> <p>“</p> <p>4.2 Rather than being exclusively responsible for the cleaning of a route, the team will be multi discplinary and tasked with litter picking, sweeping, verge, pathway edge, and hedge maintenance. The activities of this team will be complimented by more specialist resources within the wider team, specifically forestry and large mechanical sweeping as and when the need arises. The staff in these teams will also complement existing resources deployed during leaf fall season.</p> <p>“<br /> <a href="https://democracy.edinburgh.gov.uk/documents/s58480/8.1%20-%20Maintenance%20of%20Footways%20and%20Cycleways.pdf" rel="nofollow">https://democracy.edinburgh.gov.uk/documents/s58480/8.1%20-%20Maintenance%20of%20Footways%20and%20Cycleways.pdf</a> </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-368043 Fri, 12 May 2023 12:35:27 +0000 chdot 368043@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52889355718_e3632b3a60_c.jpg"> </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-368010 Wed, 10 May 2023 14:16:14 +0000 chdot 368010@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>What ChatGPT ‘thinks’ about it -</p> <p>“</p> <p>The North Edinburgh Path Network is a network of walking and cycling paths located in the northern part of the city of Edinburgh, Scotland. It aims to provide safe and accessible routes for pedestrians and cyclists, connecting different neighborhoods and destinations within North Edinburgh.</p> <p>The path network includes a series of off-road paths, shared paths, and cycle lanes that traverse through parks, green spaces, and residential areas. These paths often follow former railway lines, canal towpaths, and other disused or repurposed corridors, offering a pleasant and traffic-free environment for active travel.</p> <p>The North Edinburgh Path Network serves several purposes:</p> <p>Active Travel: The network promotes walking and cycling as viable modes of transportation within North Edinburgh. It provides convenient and pleasant routes for commuting, running errands, and accessing various local amenities.</p> <p>Recreation and Leisure: The paths offer opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking, jogging, cycling, and rollerblading. They allow residents and visitors to explore the natural and urban environments of North Edinburgh at a relaxed pace.</p> <p>Connectivity: The path network connects different neighborhoods and communities, making it easier for people to access schools, shops, parks, community centers, and other local facilities. It also provides links to other major cycling routes, such as the National Cycle Network.</p> <p>Health and Well-being: By providing safe and accessible routes for active travel, the North Edinburgh Path Network promotes physical activity and contributes to the overall health and well-being of residents. It encourages a more sustainable and healthier lifestyle by reducing reliance on private vehicles.</p> <p>The North Edinburgh Path Network is continuously being improved and expanded through collaborations between the City of Edinburgh Council, local community groups, and cycling and walking organizations. These efforts aim to create a more connected, accessible, and sustainable transportation network in the northern part of Edinburgh.</p> <p>“ </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-368005 Wed, 10 May 2023 12:44:33 +0000 Yodhrin 368005@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>I had to nip out to Hart's today for a new saddle and was forcibly reminded of why "attractiveness" is a major consideration for cycle route design guidance in civilised countries - we've now entered the ~7 months per year where the cycle paths become humid tunnels filled with bugs, having just had our month &amp; a half of early spring pleasantness following autumn and winter where it's an endless slick of leaf mulch and, occasionally, ice. I look forward to the two weeks in early autumn where it's pleasant to ride again.</p> <p>The fact is the NEPN is a recreational route, a linear park, not proper active travel infrastructure, and it'd largely be left to the dog walkers if there was even modest provision of proper on-road routes. </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=21305#post-368001 Wed, 10 May 2023 10:47:41 +0000 chdot 368001@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>Obviously the NEPN (North Edinburgh Path Network to those new to Edinburgh or unwilling to go north of Princes St…) is a key part of Edinburgh’s ‘cycle infrastructure’. </p> <p>It accounts for a significant part of the ‘off-road mileage’ and is largely the result of accidents of history - significant amounts of railway lines built in the relatively flatter and more industrialised parts of Edinburgh, followed by the rise of road transport, line closures and subsequent calls by Spokes, the Cockburn (and others) for conversion to a walk/cycle ‘network’. </p> <p>The bulk of the NEPN was developed and tarmaced under Lothian Regional Council. Phil Noble was a key officer. He has since worked on all sorts of Active Travel plans and projects in Edinburgh. His job has included dealing with the unhappy traders of Roseburn, calmly. </p> <p>The next significant development will happen <em>when</em> the Powderhall to Meadowbank section becomes an important new ‘active travel corridor’. </p> <p>Meanwhile there remain ‘issues’ - particularly maintenance and access. </p> <p>As ever with CEC ‘responsibility’ is spread across different departments and teams. </p> <p>I was reminded of this yesterday by </p> <p><img src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52883950167_4a5b71bfb9.jpg"></p> <p><a href="https://twitter.com/vicnicsnp/status/1655910189915070464?">A local Cllr tweeted @edinhelp</a> who passed it on to CEC’s “Forestry team” (they are particularly efficient so I presume the tree has been removed). </p> <p>Unusually there hadn’t been high winds to blow this down, but there was significant rainfall the day before. Once again it demonstrated that there are trees without sufficient roots in various parts of the (former) railway cuttings. </p> <p>As ever, there is the issue of ‘balance’ between ‘public safety’ and ‘amenity’ - plus ‘resources’. </p> <p><a href="http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=17071">A previous NEPN thread</a>. </p>