Latest stretch of promenade is completed

WORK has been completed on the newest stage of a multi-million pound promenade linking the city's coastline from Cramond to Portobello.

The Edinburgh Promenade scheme will see 20 key areas of the Capital linked by a ten-mile walkway.

The latest stretch of walkway and cycle path, which connects Granton with Granton beach, was opened yesterday.

However, the whole route from Cramond to Portobello is not expected to be completed for up to 30 years and will cost millions.

Speaking at the launch, Councillor Tom Buchanan said: "The development of a continuous high-quality coastal promenade route here in Edinburgh will be a major asset for the waterfront, the city and Scotland.

"It will offer people of all ages the opportunity to enjoy a walk, run or cycle along the sea front and to enjoy the wonderful views across to Fife.

"This project demonstrates that, despite challenging economic conditions, this council is continuing to invest in the development of high quality public spaces for the people of Edinburgh".