Scotland: Gorgie Farm – Animals move out of urban farm as it closes doors
One of Scotland’s last urban farms has closed its doors to the public and its animals are being transported to local zoos and farms.
By Angie Brown
BBC Scotland, Edinburgh and East reporter
Jan 17, 2023
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Three alpacas have been sent to a farm in Ayrshire. The reptiles all belonged to the staff so they will take them back to their homes.
The pigs are going to Five Sisters Zoo and the sheep and goats to East Links Family Park.
Meanwhile, a community group attempting to save the farm has been launched.
The Save Gorgie Farm Forever Campaign has been formed by Gorgie and Edinburgh residents.
Simon Medcalf, its vice-chairman, said: “I can’t understate the importance of Gorgie farm to so many people in the community.
“While we have already had a great amount of engagement with Edinburgh City Council on this, it would be great if we could see a similar level of support from the Scottish government.
“It’s important to remember that Gorgie Farm is not just an asset for Edinburgh but for much of central Scotland as well.”
