Steel Park

Downs, Moorland in Midlothian

Scotland

Steel Park

Path, Dalkeith Park Between the woodland along the North Esk and a field.
Path, Dalkeith Park Credit: Richard Webb

Steel Park is a picturesque public park located in Midlothian, Scotland. Situated in the area known as Downs, Moorland, the park spans across a vast area, offering a wide range of recreational activities for visitors of all ages.

The park's most prominent feature is its expansive green spaces, which provide ample room for picnics, sports, and leisurely walks. The well-maintained grassy areas are perfect for children to play and run around, while also offering a tranquil setting for relaxation or enjoying a book.

Steel Park boasts a variety of facilities to cater to different interests. Sports enthusiasts can take advantage of the park's football pitches, tennis courts, and basketball hoops, providing ample opportunities for friendly matches or organized sports events. The park also features a well-equipped children's play area, complete with swings, slides, and climbing frames, ensuring that younger visitors are entertained and engaged.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the park's diverse flora and fauna. Lush trees and flower beds create a pleasant atmosphere, while also providing shade during hot summer days. The park is home to a variety of bird species, making it an ideal spot for birdwatching.

Steel Park is also well-connected to surrounding areas, with ample parking and easy access to public transportation. Visitors can enjoy the park's amenities while indulging in stunning views of the nearby countryside.

Overall, Steel Park in Midlothian offers a serene and well-maintained environment, making it a popular destination for families, sports enthusiasts, and nature lovers alike.

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Steel Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.902167/-3.0639678 or Grid Reference NT3368. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path, Dalkeith Park Between the woodland along the North Esk and a field.
Path, Dalkeith Park
Between the woodland along the North Esk and a field.
Path, Dalkeith Park
Path, Dalkeith Park
Woodland, Dalkeith Park
Woodland, Dalkeith Park
Path, Dalkeith Park Between the North Esk and a field of Simmental cattle.
Path, Dalkeith Park
Between the North Esk and a field of Simmental cattle.
Old oak, Dalkeith Park
Old oak, Dalkeith Park
Oak and ruin, Dalkeith Park
Oak and ruin, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park Above the Meeting of the Waters
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Above the Meeting of the Waters
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Looking across the South Esk, Dalkeith Park
Looking across the South Esk, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
River South Esk, Dalkeith Park
River South Esk, Dalkeith Park
Beside the South Esk, Dalkeith Park The path is climbing above a very steep slope dropping to the river.
Beside the South Esk, Dalkeith Park
The path is climbing above a very steep slope dropping to the river.
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Path, Dalkeith Park
Path, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Oaks, Dalkeith Park
Steep woodland above the South Esk Above the Cat Haugh meander. There have been landslips here on the outside of the river bend.
Steep woodland above the South Esk
Above the Cat Haugh meander. There have been landslips here on the outside of the river bend.
Show me another place!

Steel Park is located at Grid Ref: NT3368 (Lat: 55.902167, Lng: -3.0639678)

Unitary Authority: Midlothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

What 3 Words

///worm.twinkling.outfitter. Near Dalkeith, Midlothian

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 55.902167,-3.0639678
Restaurant
The Kitchen
Outdoor Seating: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9016175/-3.0606828
Tourism: picnic_site
Lat/Long: 55.8996279/-3.0640746
Access: no
Barrier: fence
Foot: no
Height: 2
Lat/Long: 55.9007321/-3.0606312
Icehouse
Historic: ruins
Tourism: attraction
Lat/Long: 55.8984285/-3.0670936
Toilets
Access: yes
Fee: no
Female: yes
Male: yes
Survey Date: 2022-01-02
Toilets Disposal: flush
Undefined: unisex
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9015251/-3.0608227
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 55.9017584/-3.059386
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9008834/-3.061883
Board Type: board
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 55.8978786/-3.0662288
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 55.900775/-3.061844
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: ground_slots
Capacity: 14
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 55.9021572/-3.0606493
Atm
Indoor: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9013824/-3.0612769
The Store
Shop: gift
Lat/Long: 55.9017027/-3.0612427
Cafe
Coffee Bar
Lat/Long: 55.9018937/-3.0608659
Barrier: bollard
Bicycle: yes
Bollard: planter
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9013955/-3.0616303
Fort Douglas Tickets
Note: on 2018-03-24 the tickets were sold on the other (east) side of the bridge, but maybe that's a seasonal thing?
Shop: ticket
Lat/Long: 55.9011426/-3.0612561
Barrier: bollard
Bicycle: yes
Bollard: planter
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 55.901048/-3.0613494
Criterium Cycles
Service Bicycle Rental: yes
Shop: bicycle
Website: https://www.dalkeithcountrypark.co.uk/outdoor-activities/cycling/bike-hire-criterium-cycles/
Lat/Long: 55.9019441/-3.0620796
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 55.8997204/-3.0637668
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 55.8998208/-3.0640233
Barrier: bollard
Bicycle: yes
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9000464/-3.0658159
Childcare
Chapter One Childcare
Addr City: Dalkeith
Addr Postcode: EH22 2NA
Addr Street: Dalkeith Country Park
Operator: Chapter One
Website: https://www.chapteronechildcare.com/nursery-locations/country-park/
Lat/Long: 55.8987104/-3.066687
Note: several new fences, paths here
Lat/Long: 55.9006749/-3.0646947
Water Point
Lat/Long: 55.8999561/-3.0656791
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 55.9055411/-3.0627852
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Lat/Long: 55.9005358/-3.0615203
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Lat/Long: 55.9004028/-3.0613379
Toilets
Lat/Long: 55.9009995/-3.0602769
Shop: ticket
Lat/Long: 55.9010689/-3.0603267
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9016647/-3.0612174
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9017953/-3.0608644
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9014389/-3.0613172
Cafe
The Larder
Survey Date: 2022-01-02
Lat/Long: 55.9014788/-3.0609025
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Lat/Long: 55.9010501/-3.0615924
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 55.9015371/-3.0609023
Dalkeith Country Park Camping
Access: customers
Check Date: 2024-04-03
Opening Hours: 1st June to 1st September
Tents: yes
Tourism: camp_site
Website: https://www.dalkeithcountrypark.co.uk/stay/campsite/
Lat/Long: 55.9039247/-3.0575531
Go Ape
Brand: Go Ape
Brand Wikidata: Q5574692
Leisure: high_ropes_course
Tourism: attraction
Website: https://goape.co.uk/locations/dalkeith-edinburgh
Lat/Long: 55.9031229/-3.0597246
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