Dalry
We are working to make Dalry a more thriving place that is healthier, greener and safer for everyone.
Our aim is to make it easier to access local shops, schools and services. We are approaching this through features like wider pavements, safer provision for cycling and improved public transport.
Our ideas also include creating more pleasant spaces to spend time in the town centre, with trees, planting, public art and opportunities to rest.
Consultation on our proposals
We used the findings of our initial 2022 survey to create proposals to make Dalry greener, healthier and vibrant. Our 12-week consultation on these proposals opened on 4 April 2024 and closed on 26 June 2024.
You can find a summary of the results of our 2024 concept design survey on the Consultation Hub.
Planned works
We will be delivering the first phase of the project with road improvement works in parts of Dalry Road, Caledonian Crescent, Caledonian Place, Caledonian Road, Orwell Place and Orwell Terrace, starting in December 2025. We estimate that these works will be completed by April 2026.
To minimise disruption, we are combining scheduled maintenance on these streets with improvements to help people to walk and wheel locally.
Our works include
- resurfacing roads,
- removing street clutter,
- and making crossing roads safer and easier for pedestrians with new continuous footways and raised tables (see the explanations on the side of this page for further details).
During these works we will only close one road at a time and where possible will retain parking and loading bays.
Planned improvements areas:
Next steps
Following the 2024 consultation feedback, we are also working on further investigations on the impact that a traffic filter at Haymarket would have on local traffic and deliveries, and how this might affect traffic outside the project area.
We will consider other issues raised during the consultation as we develop more detailed designs.
You can read the full Concept Design Engagement report (PDF).
Dalry bridge artwork
In 2024 the Council’s Structures team undertook a refurbishment of the bridges along the West Approach Road. Our project team was approached to improve the appearance of the south side of the bridge across Dalry Road as part of these works. We were subsequently awarded external funding to create original artwork on the bridge, and appointed a local artist, Shona Hardie, to develop three potential designs for the location.
We engaged with local residents on the concepts, and the below design was voted as the clear favourite.
Shona – who also painted the nearby pavement art at Dalry Primary School – created the artwork in October 2024. She wrote the following background to the nature-inspired design, based on community feedback of a lack of green space in the area.
During my research and development stage, I took a walk round nearby green spaces to seek inspiration and to get an authentic snapshot of local plant life. Starting along the Canal, I came through Harrison Park and up to Saughton park and gardens.
Walking back through Gorgie Dalry, I realised that perhaps the most important thing to be celebrated is the rich multiculturism in the area. With this in mind, I researched various types of national flowers for some of the countries and cultures I know are represented in the area.
I decided to create a piece around community whilst still working with the nature theme. I hope to update the GD logo slightly with a softer colour version and a bevel to create a more 3D shape. By keeping this warm colour palette flowing out to each flower representing a country, I hope to create a sense of welcomeness and belonging. The cooler background foliage colours should contrast and give a sense of depth.
Get in touch
We are always interested in hearing your suggestions on how the area can be improved. You can email us at any time.
