Easter Howgate

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Easter Howgate

Memorial to C.T.R. Wilson, Nobel Prize Winner See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/903255" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/903255">Link</a>
Memorial to C.T.R. Wilson, Nobel Prize Winner Credit: Becky Williamson

Easter Howgate is a small village located in Midlothian, Scotland. Situated about 7 miles southeast of Edinburgh, it falls within the civil parish of Fala and Soutra. With its picturesque setting and close proximity to the capital city, Easter Howgate offers residents a tranquil and scenic environment while still enjoying easy access to urban amenities.

The village is characterized by its charming traditional cottages, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. It is known for its close-knit community and friendly atmosphere, making it an ideal place for families and those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle.

Easter Howgate benefits from its strategic location near major transportation routes, such as the A68 road, which connects it to Edinburgh and the wider region. This allows residents to easily commute to the city for work or leisure activities, while also providing convenient access to shopping centers, schools, and other essential services.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in the surrounding area, with numerous walking and cycling trails nearby. The beautiful Pentland Hills Regional Park is just a short drive away, offering stunning views and a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, horse riding, and wildlife spotting.

Overall, Easter Howgate offers a harmonious blend of rural charm and modern convenience, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful retreat with easy access to urban amenities.

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Easter Howgate Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.863721/-3.213097 or Grid Reference NT2464. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Memorial to C.T.R. Wilson, Nobel Prize Winner See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/903255" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/903255">Link</a>
Memorial to C.T.R. Wilson, Nobel Prize Winner
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Junction of A703 with A701
Junction of A703 with A701
Glencorse Kirk This is the west wall of Glencorse kirk, taken from the footpath running alongside a stream.
Glencorse Kirk
This is the west wall of Glencorse kirk, taken from the footpath running alongside a stream.
Glencorse War Memorial Memorial commemorating the fallen.  Army housing in the background.
Glencorse War Memorial
Memorial commemorating the fallen. Army housing in the background.
A Stell This is a representation of a stell built by a dry stone walling group whose name now escapes me.  A stell is a shelter for animals on the hillside.  The full size version would have been bigger with a turf roof.  This one has been constructed with a stone seat for 2 legged visitors.
A Stell
This is a representation of a stell built by a dry stone walling group whose name now escapes me. A stell is a shelter for animals on the hillside. The full size version would have been bigger with a turf roof. This one has been constructed with a stone seat for 2 legged visitors.
Flotterstone Inn The Flotterstone Inn, viewed from the west.  Unfortunately I never got to sample its wares.
Flotterstone Inn
The Flotterstone Inn, viewed from the west. Unfortunately I never got to sample its wares.
Countryside Information Centre - Pentland Hills Unmanned Ranger Station with maps, local information, leaflets and toilets
Countryside Information Centre - Pentland Hills
Unmanned Ranger Station with maps, local information, leaflets and toilets
Memorial plaque to C.T.R.Wilson, physicist Born in the vicinity, at a farm near Glencorse and Easter Howgate.
Memorial plaque to C.T.R.Wilson, physicist
Born in the vicinity, at a farm near Glencorse and Easter Howgate.
Finger post at the start of several Pentland walks
Finger post at the start of several Pentland walks
Track to old filter beds plus the route to Scald Law via Turnhouse Hill - seen in the distance.
Track to old filter beds plus the route to Scald Law
via Turnhouse Hill - seen in the distance.
M.O.D. firing range on Castlelaw Hill, Pentlands Taken from the eastern slopes of Turnhouse Hill: the row of targets can be clearly seen below the dark green vegetation.
M.O.D. firing range on Castlelaw Hill, Pentlands
Taken from the eastern slopes of Turnhouse Hill: the row of targets can be clearly seen below the dark green vegetation.
Castlelaw Hill seen from Logan Burn Much of the hill is a restricted area due to regular military training by the M.O.D.
Castlelaw Hill seen from Logan Burn
Much of the hill is a restricted area due to regular military training by the M.O.D.
Glencorse and Castlelaw, Pentlands
Glencorse and Castlelaw, Pentlands
Upper slopes of Castlelaw Hill from the south-west Height 488 metres at the summit. The surrounding land is owned by the M.O.D. whose firing ranges are to the south-east of the hillside.
Upper slopes of Castlelaw Hill from the south-west
Height 488 metres at the summit. The surrounding land is owned by the M.O.D. whose firing ranges are to the south-east of the hillside.
Lane (cul-de-sac) to Castlelaw From the A702 - Biggar/Edinburgh main road.
Lane (cul-de-sac) to Castlelaw
From the A702 - Biggar/Edinburgh main road.
Access road to military firing ranges at Castlelaw The red flag gives warning to the general public to beware of M.O.D. operations in progress: these could include ambush drills, blank firing, use of pyrotechnics, unexploded munitions and other hazards.
Access road to military firing ranges at Castlelaw
The red flag gives warning to the general public to beware of M.O.D. operations in progress: these could include ambush drills, blank firing, use of pyrotechnics, unexploded munitions and other hazards.
M.O.D. warning notice at Castlelaw, Pentlands
M.O.D. warning notice at Castlelaw, Pentlands
Unusually elaborate information board, Pentland Hills Detailed map of the Regional Park, drawer of visitor leaflets and even a contour model of the topology (in green, lower tier).
Unusually elaborate information board, Pentland Hills
Detailed map of the Regional Park, drawer of visitor leaflets and even a contour model of the topology (in green, lower tier).
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Easter Howgate is located at Grid Ref: NT2464 (Lat: 55.863721, Lng: -3.213097)

Unitary Authority: Midlothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Nearby Amenities

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Woodside Cottages
Place: locality
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 55.8626988/-3.2076787
Old Woodside Cottages
Place: locality
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 14:00; Sa 08:30
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Operator: Royal Mail
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Post Box Type: lamp
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Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Survey Date: 2021-09-16
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Easter Howgate
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q5329889
Lat/Long: 55.8645593/-3.2150158
Bus Stop
Fulford House
Bus: yes
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Power: pole
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Bus Stop
Fulford House
Bus: yes
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Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Fulford House
Naptan Indicator: opp
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Naptan Street: A702
Operator: Stagecoach
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 6280000037
Shelter: yes
Source: NaPTAN
Lat/Long: 55.8679027/-3.2120873
Bus Stop
Easter Howgate Farm
Bus: yes
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Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Easter Howgate Farm
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan NaptanCode: 64323623
Naptan Street: A702
Operator: Stagecoach
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 6280302210
Shelter: yes
Source: NaPTAN
Lat/Long: 55.8633283/-3.2131293
Bus Stop
Easter Howgate Farm
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 6280000036
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Easter Howgate Farm
Naptan Indicator: at
Naptan NaptanCode: 64323598
Naptan Street: A702
Operator: Stagecoach
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 6280000036
Source: NaPTAN
Lat/Long: 55.8633104/-3.2133361
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