Toilets on the Links – closure for repairs & temporary arrangements

Well, sadly, yet another ‘hiccup’ regarding the new toilets on the Links. Here is an update from the Council:

“I want to share a brief update on the public toilet facility at Leith Links.

Following ongoing operational issues, we have identified two combined factors affecting the reliability of the drainage system. These are a construction fault within the drainage network and the continued presence of foreign objects entering the system, which together have caused repeated blockages and service disruption.

To prevent ongoing disruption, Leith Links public toilets will be temporarily closing while essential remedial works are carried out.

During this period, temporary chemical toilets, including an accessible cubicle, have now been installed nearby to ensure continued provision for parks users.

At this stage, it is expected that the temporary closure will continue over the Christmas period into early 2026, with further updates on the programme and reopening to be shared at the beginning of 2026.

We are currently working closely with our contractor, Healthmatic Ltd, to implement the most appropriate technical solution that will provide a robust and long-term fix, improve reliability and reduce the risk of future disruption. This work is being progressed as a priority and we will keep the community informed as the work progresses.

We appreciate your patience while we resolve this issue and work to restore the facility as quickly as possible.

Thank you for your patience and support.”

Best regards,

Marco Galli

Green Space Development Officer

City of Edinburgh Council – Parks and Greenspace – Place

Waverley Court – 4 East Market Street – Edinburgh – EH8 8BG

Tel 07709720833

Please note I work condensed hours Monday to Thursday, and Friday is a non-working day for me.

The temporary toilets are located near the entrance at the John Rattray golfer statue.

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