Greendykes

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Greendykes

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. — Road, Edmonstone Credit: Richard Webb

Greendykes is a small residential area located in Midlothian, Scotland. Situated about 9 miles southeast of Edinburgh city center, it is part of the larger community of Craigmillar.

Primarily consisting of low-rise flats and houses, Greendykes is home to a diverse mix of residents. The area has undergone significant regeneration in recent years, with new housing developments and improved infrastructure. This has contributed to a more vibrant and modern atmosphere in the neighborhood.

Greendykes benefits from its proximity to a range of amenities and services. The nearby Fort Kinnaird Retail Park provides residents with a variety of shopping options, including popular high street stores, restaurants, and a cinema. Additionally, the area boasts several green spaces, such as Greendykes Park, which offers recreational facilities including a playground and sports fields.

Transport links in Greendykes are convenient, with regular bus services connecting the area to Edinburgh city center and other nearby towns. The nearest train station, Newcraighall, is within easy reach, providing further transportation options for residents.

The community spirit in Greendykes is fostered through various local initiatives and organizations. There are community centers and clubs that offer a range of activities for residents of all ages. The area also benefits from several schools and educational institutions, ensuring that young people have access to quality education.

Overall, Greendykes is a thriving residential area in Midlothian, providing its residents with a pleasant and well-connected place to live.

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Greendykes Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.926809/-3.1378308 or Grid Reference NT2971. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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

Path, Edmonstone Policies

Through a small wood and restricted to it. Immediately to the south there is a building site.

Richard Webb

Policy woodland, Edmonstone

The field in the background is being built upon.

Richard Webb

Path, Edmonstone

As usual here, there was a pest on a motorbike about.

Richard Webb

Policy woodland, Edmonstone

East of the site of the house. There is a building site to the left.

Richard Webb