Danderhall

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Danderhall

New junction, Millerhill Land beyond has yet to be developed but the road junction is ready. The unused road is blocked off turning what will become a roundabout into a right angle bend. — New junction, Millerhill Credit: Richard Webb

Danderhall is a village located in the county of Midlothian, Scotland. Situated approximately six miles southeast of Edinburgh city centre, it falls within the Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region.

The village is primarily residential and has a population of around 2,500 people. It offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Midlothian. Danderhall's location provides residents with easy access to both the amenities of the city and the natural landscapes of the Scottish countryside.

Danderhall boasts a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a primary school, a community center, a local library, and a number of shops and restaurants. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to Edinburgh and other nearby towns.

For recreational activities, Danderhall is close to several parks and green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as walking, jogging, and cycling. Nearby Vogrie Country Park provides a larger expanse of nature, complete with woodlands, meadows, and a golf course.

The village has a strong sense of community, with various local groups and clubs offering activities and events for all ages. These range from sports clubs to social organizations, providing opportunities for residents to engage in a wide range of hobbies and interests.

In summary, Danderhall is a charming village in Midlothian, offering a peaceful and friendly community atmosphere, convenient access to both urban and rural amenities, and a range of recreational opportunities for residents to enjoy.

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Danderhall Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.912747/-3.106234 or Grid Reference NT3069. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New junction, Millerhill

Land beyond has yet to be developed but the road junction is ready. The unused road is blocked off turning what will become a roundabout into a right angle bend.

Richard Webb

Waiting for the green man, Millerhill

A road running off a new roundabout. It does not go far, the land beyond is yet to be built upon.

Richard Webb

Road, Edmonstone

Near the site of Edmonstone House. Construction work has commenced on building houses on the southern part of the estate. The house was demolished in the 1960s after having become a ruin around the time of World War II. The estate was once going to become a park similar to Cammo and trees were planted. Others had different ideas and eventually the planners allowed it to become housing.

Richard Webb

Site of Edmonstone House

Edmonstone was a long established estate with a house here since the 13th century. The last house (18th century) became ruined around the time of the Second World War and was demolished like many old Edinburgh periphery big houses in the 1960s. The estate was once destined to become a park, but developers had other ideas and over a 20 years campaign got permission to build houses here. Some went into the walled garden and surrounds a few years ago and construction has commenced between here, the Wisp and Old Dalkeith Road. Alternative names include Edmonstoun, Edmonstown, Edmonston

Richard Webb

Danderhall Village sign

At the western edge of the village, where Edmonstone Road meets The Wisp, it is one of three village signs organised by the Danderhall and District Gardeners, an active volunteer group in the ex-mining mining area, launched in April 2021 NT3069 : Danderhall Village sign - detail, Link

M J Richardson

Danderhall Village sign - detail

Information about the local guerilla gardeners' sign for the village NT3069 : Danderhall Village sign.

M J Richardson

Fire damaged house, Danderhall

This house, at the corner of The Wisp and Edmonstone Road [3 Toscana Court, according to the map] seems to have suffered from a serious fire, but I have not been able find any details. It appears undamaged on Google Street View imagery of March 2021.

M J Richardson

Unhelpful yellow notice at Danderhall

'Closing existing right of way for three years' raises questions! Who put it there? It does not look like an official council notice. How long has it been there - when was the start date? Closed until when? it was there in March 2012 - Street View Google. Which Right-of-Way exactly?

M J Richardson