Castle Park

Downs, Moorland in Midlothian

Scotland

Castle Park

Newtongrange Station
Newtongrange Station Credit: Peter Moore

Castle Park, located in Midlothian, Scotland, is a stunning green space that encompasses the picturesque areas of Downs and Moorland. Spanning over a vast area, this park offers visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and explore its diverse landscapes and historical attractions.

One of the highlights of Castle Park is its enchanting castle ruins, which date back to the 15th century. These ruins provide a glimpse into the rich history of the area and serve as a fascinating backdrop for leisurely walks and photography enthusiasts.

The park's Downs region boasts rolling hills and expansive grasslands, offering visitors a tranquil setting for picnics, sports activities, or simply enjoying a peaceful stroll. The area is adorned with vibrant wildflowers during the summer months, creating a breathtaking natural spectacle.

In contrast, the Moorland area of Castle Park provides a more rugged terrain, with heather-clad hills and dense forests. This section of the park is ideal for hiking enthusiasts, who can explore the well-maintained trails that wind through the rugged landscape. The Moorland also offers opportunities for birdwatching, as it is home to a variety of species, including buzzards and kestrels.

Castle Park, Midlothian, is a haven for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Its unique combination of castle ruins, rolling hills, and dense forests offers a diverse range of activities and experiences. Whether one seeks solitude amidst nature or a glimpse into the past, Castle Park is sure to leave a lasting impression.

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Castle Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.861733/-3.0844477 or Grid Reference NT3263. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Newtongrange Station
Newtongrange Station
Main Street, Newtongrange Main Street from its junction with Lingerwood Road. In the foreground is one of the distinctive brick-built cottages of the 19th century mining village.
Main Street, Newtongrange
Main Street from its junction with Lingerwood Road. In the foreground is one of the distinctive brick-built cottages of the 19th century mining village.
Cafe on Main Street, Newtongrange Cafe and takeaway business near the junction with Lingerwood Road.
Cafe on Main Street, Newtongrange
Cafe and takeaway business near the junction with Lingerwood Road.
Picture Palace cinema commemoration, Newtongrange Brickwork in the pavement at the junction of Lingerwood Road and Main Street commemorating the Picture Palace 1915 - 1961, first film Out of the Depths. 

It was situated across the road and the site is now occupied by a block of flats. There is a photograph of the cinema on the Canmore web page <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/290825/newtongrange-4-muirdean-road-site-of-cinema" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/290825/newtongrange-4-muirdean-road-site-of-cinema">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> (incorrectly titled as 4 Muirdean Road instead of Murderdean Road).
Picture Palace cinema commemoration, Newtongrange
Brickwork in the pavement at the junction of Lingerwood Road and Main Street commemorating the Picture Palace 1915 - 1961, first film Out of the Depths. It was situated across the road and the site is now occupied by a block of flats. There is a photograph of the cinema on the Canmore web page LinkExternal link (incorrectly titled as 4 Muirdean Road instead of Murderdean Road).
Lane, Newtongrange A lane between Fourth Street and Fifth Street in this 19th century mining village with a gridiron layout. Note the solar panels.
Lane, Newtongrange
A lane between Fourth Street and Fifth Street in this 19th century mining village with a gridiron layout. Note the solar panels.
Statue of a miner, Newtongrange The plinth is inscribed 'Dedicated to All Mineworkers'.
Statue of a miner, Newtongrange
The plinth is inscribed 'Dedicated to All Mineworkers'.
Newtongrange Library The library in a small park next to the church.
Newtongrange Library
The library in a small park next to the church.
Winding wheel, Newtongrange On display in front of the Leisure Centre to commemorate the coal mining industry here.
Winding wheel, Newtongrange
On display in front of the Leisure Centre to commemorate the coal mining industry here.
Former coal conveyor, Newtongrange This spans the A7 at the Lady Victoria Colliery, now the National Mining Museum. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6305844">NT3363 : Coal conveyor and National Mining Museum, Newtongrange</a> for a view from the other end.
Former coal conveyor, Newtongrange
This spans the A7 at the Lady Victoria Colliery, now the National Mining Museum. See NT3363 : Coal conveyor and National Mining Museum, Newtongrange for a view from the other end.
Penicuik to Musselburgh Path Passing the hospital with a building site ahead.
Penicuik to Musselburgh Path
Passing the hospital with a building site ahead.
Building site Ground between Eskbank and Bonnyrigg is being filled in.
Building site
Ground between Eskbank and Bonnyrigg is being filled in.
Empty field It will soon be built upon.
Empty field
It will soon be built upon.
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)
Show me another place!

Castle Park is located at Grid Ref: NT3263 (Lat: 55.861733, Lng: -3.0844477)

Unitary Authority: Midlothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 55.861733,-3.0844477
Traffic Signals
Traffic Signals Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 55.8623841/-3.081476
Post Box
Ref: EH19 7
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Traffic Signals
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Disused Amenity: postbox
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Entrance: main
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Dalhousie Castle
Addr City: Bonnyrigg
Addr Housename: Dalhousie Castle
Addr Postcode: EH19 3JB
Addr Street: B704
Phone: +44 1875 820153
Tourism: hotel
Website: https://dalhousiecastle.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 55.8606793/-3.0825636
Historic: ruins
Lat/Long: 55.8594352/-3.0810417
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.8619766/-3.0819071
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.8632523/-3.0814071
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.8628267/-3.080709
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 55.8622794/-3.0797943
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