Craiglockhart

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Craiglockhart

Hearts Hotel The white curtains at the left end of the second floor belong to bedrooms in the new, small (25 room) hotel incorporated into the Main Stand of Heart of Midlothian Football Club, usually referred to as just &#039;Hearts&#039;. The hotel will surely in time, similarly, just get referred to as the &#039;Hearts Hotel&#039;, but is officially - for now at least - &#039;Tynecastle Park Hotel&#039;.
Hearts have generally been the third best team in Scotland for the last 10 or 20 years, but due to the duopoly of Celtic and Rangers, usually go under the radar in the wider football world. The Scottish league has been by far the most predictable in the whole of European football for a long time - no team outside the Old Firm (Celtic and Rangers) has won it in 39 years. Which means that over half the Scottish population have no cogent memory of anyone but them ever have been champions.
Due to the architecture of football stadiums most of the rooms don&#039;t come with a window. However, what is put in their place is quite novel: a live feed of the pitch. Admittedly, through the week then best you can hope for is slow TV - zone out to a man trundling along with a lawnmower for a few hours - but on match days you could see the ball hit the back of the net way before any radio commentary spoils it for you, as is always the case if you opt for hybrid viewing.
There are packs of minnie Jammie Dodgers provided in every room, on account of Hearts being nicknamed the &#039;Jam Tarts&#039;. Uncorroborated rumours abound about cheese and onion crisps originally being one of the free bedroom treats. It was apparently pointed out that these were a no-go, being green! — Hearts Hotel Credit: Ian Dodds

Craiglockhart is a suburban area located in the county of Midlothian, Scotland. Situated approximately three miles southwest of the capital city of Edinburgh, it lies on the western slopes of the Pentland Hills. The area is primarily residential and is known for its picturesque landscapes and tranquil atmosphere.

One of the notable landmarks in Craiglockhart is Craiglockhart Hill, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the city of Edinburgh. The hill is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers, with well-maintained trails and paths. It also houses the Craiglockhart Nature Reserve, a haven for wildlife and a perfect spot for birdwatching.

Craiglockhart is closely associated with the historic Craiglockhart Campus, which was formerly a mental hospital during World War I. The campus played a significant role in the treatment of soldiers suffering from shell shock, and it served as a rehabilitation center for renowned poets Wilfred Owen and Siegfried Sassoon. Today, the campus is part of Edinburgh Napier University and offers a range of academic programs.

The area is well-connected to the city center by public transport, with regular bus services and easy access to major highways. Residents of Craiglockhart enjoy a peaceful and idyllic suburban lifestyle, while benefiting from the amenities and attractions offered by nearby Edinburgh.

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Hearts Hotel

The white curtains at the left end of the second floor belong to bedrooms in the new, small (25 room) hotel incorporated into the Main Stand of Heart of Midlothian Football Club, usually referred to as just 'Hearts'. The hotel will surely in time, similarly, just get referred to as the 'Hearts Hotel', but is officially - for now at least - 'Tynecastle Park Hotel'. Hearts have generally been the third best team in Scotland for the last 10 or 20 years, but due to the duopoly of Celtic and Rangers, usually go under the radar in the wider football world. The Scottish league has been by far the most predictable in the whole of European football for a long time - no team outside the Old Firm (Celtic and Rangers) has won it in 39 years. Which means that over half the Scottish population have no cogent memory of anyone but them ever have been champions. Due to the architecture of football stadiums most of the rooms don't come with a window. However, what is put in their place is quite novel: a live feed of the pitch. Admittedly, through the week then best you can hope for is slow TV - zone out to a man trundling along with a lawnmower for a few hours - but on match days you could see the ball hit the back of the net way before any radio commentary spoils it for you, as is always the case if you opt for hybrid viewing. There are packs of minnie Jammie Dodgers provided in every room, on account of Hearts being nicknamed the 'Jam Tarts'. Uncorroborated rumours abound about cheese and onion crisps originally being one of the free bedroom treats. It was apparently pointed out that these were a no-go, being green!

Ian Dodds

Braidburn Valley Park - 1 April 2011

Braidburn Valley Park and the Pentland Hills - more flowers, less snow, and less sun, than on the same date a year ago - NT2469 : Braidburn Valley Park - 1 April 2010.

M J Richardson

Braidburn Valley Park

A view looking uphill from the Braidburn towards Comiston Road and The Braid Hills Hotel

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Braidburn Valley Park in June

Looking to Swanston and the Pentland Hills. For views from the same spot under different weather conditions see NT2469 : Braidburn Valley Park - 1 April 2010 and NT2469 : Braidburn Valley Park - 1 April 2011.

M J Richardson

Braidburn Valley Park Cherry Trees

An avenue planted by the Girl Guides in 1935, part of a trefoil-shaped planting to the east of the Braidburn valley. Now over 70 years old, some are in poor condition and a replacement programme was started in 2008. 80 trees were felled in 2009 and 100 new trees planted in 2010 to commemorate the Centenary of Girl Guiding. Many of the old trees had rot, but wood from some was made into three benches now cited in the park NT2469 : Braidburn Valley Park Cherry Tree Bench.

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Braidburn Valley Park Cherry Tree Bench

One of three made by Julian Angus, Cousland, Midlothian, out of wood from the 70+-year-old cherry trees planted by Girl Guides in 1935, which are nearing the end of their life and are being replaced NT2469 : Braidburn Valley Park Cherry Trees. I think the two fallen rowans in the background are not the result of vandalism, but the strong winds that caused problems in Edinburgh and eastern Scotland the week before [23 May].

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Police box at Braid Hills Approach

Presumably surplus to requirements, and rather crumbly in appearance. Not one of Dr Who's. Somewhat smarter in 2020 after a makeover NT2469 : 'SwimEasy' Police Box Museum, Braid Hills Road.

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Redford Barracks, Colinton Road

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Entrance to Redford Barracks

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Redford Barracks, Colinton Road

The western block of the Edwardian barracks with a glimpse of the Pentland Hills on the right. It has long been widely rumoured that the barracks are perishing cold in the winter months, thus giving rise to the apocryphal tale that two sets of barracks were originally designed, one to be built in Scotland and the other in India...only thanks to bureaucratic bungling the blueprints got mixed up. So, somewhere in India local recruits suffocate in sweltering heat while their Scottish counterparts suffer the exact opposite. Link

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Redford Barracks clock tower

The clock tower on the former cavalry barracks of the 2nd Dragoons (Royal Scots Greys). The barracks continue to accommodate troops between tours of duty throughout the year and come alive in August when they house performers in the Edinburgh Military Tattoo which takes place on the Castle Esplanade.

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Bring out your cardboard!

Alternate Wednesdays are red box recycling days on Braid Mount. Cardboard in the box, plastic bottles etc. in a separate bag [but mixed in the collection truck - I wonder why that is?]. Looking almost due north over the Braid Burn valley to Edinburgh Castle, 3.8 km away.

M J Richardson

Braidburn Valley Park - April 1, 2012

Looking towards the Pentland Hills - for contrasting and similar views on earlier April Fool's Days see NT2469 : Braidburn Valley Park - 1 April 2011. And see 3 days later NT2469 : Braidburn Valley Park - April 1, 2012 +3 days.

M J Richardson

Braidburn Valley Park - April 1, 2012 +3 days

A change in the weather from three days earlier NT2469 : Braidburn Valley Park - April 1, 2012.

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Redford Barracks

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Redford Barracks

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Braidburn Valley Park

Looking northwest towards the open-air theatre in the park.

M J Richardson

Spring Peacock

A rather worn-looking Peacock butterfly [Nymphalis io] taking the sun in Braidburn Valley Park.

M J Richardson

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Craiglockhart is located at Grid Ref: NT2270 (Lat: 55.921879, Lng: -3.238165)

Unitary Authority: City of Edinburgh

Police Authority: Edinburgh

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