On our route we shall explore the variety of ways that artists and photographers have been inspired by this watercourse and its surroundings, from source to the sea. Dr Joanna Soden is a specialist in Scottish art and also a life-long walker and lover of the outdoors. Now retired, she has worked for museum services in Dundee, Perth and Edinburgh and finally at the Royal Scottish Academy of Art and Architecture where she was responsible for the management and development of the academy’s nationally-important collections
The Water of Leith Conservation Trust works to conserve and enhance the river, its heritage and wildlife: The Trust promotes education and recreation through the Visitor Centre, and works with volunteers and community groups to deliver around 240 river clean-ups and habitat improvement tasks annually.