Greenbank

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Greenbank

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 - <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1780682">NT2469 : Braidburn Valley Park - 1 April 2010</a>. — Braidburn Valley Park - 1 April 2011 Credit: M J Richardson

Greenbank is a small village located in Midlothian, Scotland. Situated approximately 9 miles south of Edinburgh, it falls within the boundaries of the City of Edinburgh Council. Greenbank is primarily a residential area known for its peaceful surroundings and close-knit community.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers picturesque views of the Pentland Hills. It is well-connected to the neighboring areas through a network of roads, with the A702 and A701 providing easy access to Edinburgh and other nearby towns. Additionally, public transport options such as buses and trains are readily available, providing convenient commuting options for residents.

Greenbank is home to a range of amenities and facilities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local primary school, a community center, and a small selection of shops and services. The nearby town of Penicuik offers a wider range of amenities, including supermarkets, healthcare facilities, and leisure activities.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Greenbank offers plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the surrounding countryside. The nearby Pentland Hills Regional Park provides a stunning backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts, offering various trails and paths to explore.

Overall, Greenbank offers a charming and tranquil living environment, with its peaceful setting, convenient location, and range of amenities making it an attractive place to reside.

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Greenbank Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.915388/-3.2168869 or Grid Reference NT2469. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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

M J Richardson

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.

M J Richardson

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].

M J Richardson

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.

M J Richardson

Houses on Braid Hills Approach

A quiet road just off Braid Hills Road, leading up to the Braid Hills Golf Courses and club houses.

M J Richardson

Walker on the Braid Hills

The same one as seen in NT2569 : Walker on the Braid Hills, from a very similar spot, but 6 months later under somewhat different weather conditions.

M J Richardson

Redford Barracks, Colinton Road

kim traynor

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.

kim traynor

Solar Panels on Buckstone Terrace

Not sure what the pay-back time will be for these panels - facing almost due west [260 degrees] does not seem to be the optimum position for efficiency.

M J Richardson

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

Elf Loch

A small loch viewed from a small hill on Mortonhall Golf Course.

Callum Black

Earth Stars [Geastrum triplex]

Two of a group found by a path leading into the Braid Hills from Braid Road.

M J Richardson

Earth Stars

A general habitat view of a second patch of Geastrum triplex, about 100m east of NT2469 : Earth Stars [Geastrum triplex]. A good collection - eleven fruit bodies are present in this view.

M J Richardson