Dobbie's Knowle

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Dobbie's Knowle

New houses, Bonnyrigg Ground between Eskbank and Bonnyrigg is being filled in.
New houses, Bonnyrigg Credit: Richard Webb

Dobbie's Knowle is a small rural village situated in the county of Midlothian, Scotland. Nestled within the picturesque countryside, it is located approximately 10 miles south of Edinburgh, the capital city. The village is characterized by its tranquil and idyllic setting, offering residents and visitors a peaceful escape from the bustling city life.

Dobbie's Knowle is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush green meadows, and charming country lanes. The village is surrounded by vast farmland, which contributes to its agricultural heritage. The area is known for its fertile soil, making it ideal for farming and horticulture.

In terms of amenities, Dobbie's Knowle boasts a close-knit community that takes pride in its local offerings. The village has a well-maintained primary school, providing education to the younger population. Additionally, there is a quaint village hall where various community events and gatherings take place throughout the year.

Residents of Dobbie's Knowle enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The village is blessed with numerous walking trails that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. It is also home to a number of historical landmarks, such as the picturesque Dobbie's Knowle Castle, which dates back to the 16th century.

Overall, Dobbie's Knowle presents a charming and peaceful place to live, with its natural beauty, strong sense of community, and close proximity to both the countryside and Edinburgh.

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Dobbie's Knowle Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.873058/-3.1202758 or Grid Reference NT3065. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

New houses, Bonnyrigg Ground between Eskbank and Bonnyrigg is being filled in.
New houses, Bonnyrigg
Ground between Eskbank and Bonnyrigg is being filled in.
Building site, Bonnyrigg Ground between Eskbank and Bonnyrigg is being filled in.
Building site, Bonnyrigg
Ground between Eskbank and Bonnyrigg is being filled in.
Penicuik to Musselburgh Path Building site on the left.
Penicuik to Musselburgh Path
Building site on the left.
Path, Bonnyrigg To the Auld Coal residential streets recently built to the south.
Path, Bonnyrigg
To the Auld Coal residential streets recently built to the south.
Penicuik to Musselburgh Path
Penicuik to Musselburgh Path
Danger! The tar changed colour! Because the Heras did not block the road many people braved the hazardous colour.  (A section was resurfaced and the signs had not been fully removed)
Danger!
The tar changed colour! Because the Heras did not block the road many people braved the hazardous colour. (A section was resurfaced and the signs had not been fully removed)
Castell Maynes Crescent New houses by the rails to trails path, Bonnyrigg.
Castell Maynes Crescent
New houses by the rails to trails path, Bonnyrigg.
Penicuik to Musselburgh Path Passing Castell Maynes Crescent.
Penicuik to Musselburgh Path
Passing Castell Maynes Crescent.
Field, Dalhousie Chesters For how much longer? There are boreholes and it is within a bypass.
Field, Dalhousie Chesters
For how much longer? There are boreholes and it is within a bypass.
Penicuik to Musselburgh Path
Penicuik to Musselburgh Path
Road from Dalhousie Chesters Agricultural, but within a bypass and there have been cores bored here.
Road from Dalhousie Chesters
Agricultural, but within a bypass and there have been cores bored here.
Road, Dalhousie Chesters
Road, Dalhousie Chesters
View over Lasswade
View over Lasswade
Road to Kings Acre golf courses
Road to Kings Acre golf courses
Golf course, King's Acre
Golf course, King's Acre
Former school building, Bonnyrigg Most of the buildings on the site have been demolished.
Former school building, Bonnyrigg
Most of the buildings on the site have been demolished.
Union Park, Bonnyrigg
Union Park, Bonnyrigg
Centre of Bonnyrigg
Centre of Bonnyrigg
Show me another place!

Dobbie's Knowle is located at Grid Ref: NT3065 (Lat: 55.873058, Lng: -3.1202758)

Unitary Authority: Midlothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

///grants.relishes.cracks. Near Bonnyrigg, Midlothian

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Nearby Amenities

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