We are delivering the heritage project "Linking and restoring the fragmented heritage of Granton Waterfront, Edinburgh".
The project is being delivered with support from and the via the . It forms part of the wider regeneration of .
Project aims
The aims of the project are to
- repair and refresh four historic buildings and structures in Granton Waterfront - , / , the platforms of , and
- deliver other improvements to the built heritage of Granton Waterfront
- improve traditional construction skills in Edinburgh
- engage the community with heritage via a programme of activities.
Project partners
The Council's partners in the delivery of the project are:
Project update
We completed the development phase of the project in 2024. This included working with partners to produce the following documents
- Architectural designs for the renewal of the historic buildings and structures in Granton Waterfront
- An audit of the traditional materials used in Granton Waterfront
- An audit of traditional construction skills in Edinburgh
- An independent evaluation of the Development Phase
In 2025, we were granted permission to proceed to the delivery phase of the project. The delivery phase will last until December 2029. Activities completed to date include
- Completing designs for the refurbishment of Granton Lighthouse. The designs have been prepared by a design team led by . Applications for and were made in December 2025.
If you have any questions about the project, please email invest@edinburgh.gov.uk.