Drylaw

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Drylaw

National Museums Collection Centre, Granton There are some illustrations of some of the collection here under the NT2276 page. — National Museums Collection Centre, Granton Credit: Richard Webb

Drylaw is a small residential area located in the Midlothian region of Scotland. Situated approximately 4 miles northwest of the capital city of Edinburgh, Drylaw is a predominantly residential neighborhood known for its peaceful atmosphere and close proximity to urban amenities.

The area is characterized by a mix of housing types, including semi-detached and terraced houses, as well as some low-rise apartment buildings. The architecture is mostly traditional in style, with a few modern developments interspersed throughout. Many of the properties boast well-maintained gardens, and there are several public green spaces, providing residents with opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure.

Drylaw benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting the area to central Edinburgh and other nearby destinations. The nearby A90 road offers convenient access to the wider region, making it an ideal location for commuters. Additionally, the area is served by several local amenities, including grocery stores, cafes, and a community center.

Families with children are attracted to Drylaw due to its proximity to a number of well-regarded schools, both primary and secondary. Additionally, the area is home to various recreational facilities, including sports clubs, parks, and the nearby Edinburgh Zoo.

Overall, Drylaw offers a peaceful and family-friendly environment, with easy access to both the bustling city of Edinburgh and the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding Midlothian countryside.

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National Museums Collection Centre, Granton

There are some illustrations of some of the collection here under the NT2276 page.

Richard Webb

Waterfront Avenue

The bike path beside Waterfront Avenue, heading into the gas works site.

Richard Webb

Path junction, Waterfront Avenue

The informal scrubby open space beyond looks fenced off but the Heras is offset allowing easy pedestrian access. A path to the left of the fence approximately follows the Caledonian Railway trackbed. The railway was shown on the 1971 1" to a mile map.

Richard Webb

Waste ground, Waterfront Avenue

Awaiting development, a fair chunk of land north of Waterfront Avenue where there have been flats for several years now. There was an informal traveller camp behind the mound of rubble. This is the site of Breakwater Junction on the Caledonian Railway's lines into Granton Harbour.

Richard Webb

Vacant land, Granton

Long abandoned and awaiting development, this is an informal open space.

Richard Webb

Vacant land, Granton

Long abandoned and awaiting development, this is an informal open space. Formerly a railway.

Richard Webb

Waste ground, Waterfront Avenue

Currently vacant former railway land in Granton. The area is being developed steadily, starting in 2004. View to Saltire Square. The foreground land was fenced off for many years but is currently an informal open space.

Richard Webb

Vacant land, Granton

Once Breakwater Junction this site awaits development as part of the Granton Waterfront project, now in its third decade. There is hard standing and it is possible that this was used for industrial purposes after the railways closed. At the time there was an informal traveller camp further in.

Richard Webb

Site of Breakwater Junction

The Caledonian Railway to Granton harbour split here to serve both ends of the large port area. Now the site awaits redevelopment as part of the Waterfront project which has been going since 2004.

Richard Webb

Construction, Waterfront Avenue

Flats being built near the site of the Gas Works Station.

Richard Webb

Bike path, Granton

Beside the site of the Caledonian Railway line into Granton Harbour. The surrounding area is being developed over a long period of time.

Richard Webb

Construction, Waterfront Avenue

Richard Webb

Edinburgh Caravan Club Site, 35-37 Marine Drive, Edinburgh

Jo and Steve Turner

McDonald's Restaurant - Telford Road Edinburgh

Anthony Parkes

Pair of Shops on Strachan Road

Anthony Parkes

Bee Keeping in Granton

Anthony Parkes

Open plot of land in Davidson's Mains

Anthony Parkes

At the Gallery of Modern Art (2)

"The Tourists"- startlingly realistic sculpture on the ground floor.

Anthony O'Neil

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Drylaw is located at Grid Ref: NT2275 (Lat: 55.964077, Lng: -3.248692)

Unitary Authority: City of Edinburgh

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