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FRIENDS OF REDHALL PARK
Redhall Park
Redhall Park is a neighbourhood park for the Redhall and Longstone areas in the south-west of Edinburgh. Situated just to the west of Slateford Viaduct, the park runs alongside a railway line and canal. 3.3 hectares in size, it hosts a playground and football pitch, alongside a diverse range of trees and wildlife.
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Trees
Trees to spot include beech, hawthorn, oak, black poplar, sweet chestnut and Scots fir.
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Wildlife
There is a wilderness area that creates a habitat for a number of small mammals, insects and foxes. Small garden birds and magpies are seen throughout the park.
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History & Heritage
The Slateford and Longstone war memorial is in the park, erected to local men who died in two world wars.
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Facilities
Facilities include seating areas, fenced playground, football pitch and a pavilion.