Loganlea

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Loganlea

Sheep at the gate In the shade of the trees at Rusha — Sheep at the gate Credit: Jim Smillie

Loganlea is a small rural village located in Midlothian, Scotland. Situated approximately 10 miles southeast of Edinburgh, it is nestled within the picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents.

The village is known for its rich history, dating back to the medieval era. It was primarily an agricultural community, with farming being the main occupation for many inhabitants. Today, while agriculture still plays a role in the local economy, the village has evolved into a residential area with a close-knit community.

Loganlea is characterized by its charming and traditional architecture, with many houses reflecting the historical charm of the region. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green landscapes, offering breathtaking views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.

Despite its rural setting, Loganlea benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. The bustling city of Edinburgh is easily accessible, offering residents the convenience of urban amenities such as shopping centers, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities.

The village has a strong community spirit, with various local events and gatherings throughout the year. The annual Loganlea Gala Day is a highlight, bringing together residents and visitors for a day of festivities, including live music, games, and local food.

In summary, Loganlea is a charming rural village in Midlothian, Scotland, offering a peaceful and scenic environment for its residents. With a rich history, friendly community, and convenient access to nearby towns, it provides a perfect balance between rural living and urban convenience.

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Loganlea Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.842541/-3.62322 or Grid Reference NS9862. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheep at the gate

In the shade of the trees at Rusha

Jim Smillie

Farmhouse: Rusha

Substantial stone building

Jim Smillie

Livestock sheds

With a very neat stone dyke running alongside the road

Jim Smillie

Old Bridge near Site of Rusha Quarry

The bridge allows passage across Longhill Burn, which further downstream turns into West Calder Burn, the village of West Calder being, in the main, built on its Southern side. Rusha Quarry, which old maps show was operational between at least the mid 1800s and early 1900s, was situated on the right hand side of the burn past the bridge. It seems unlikely that the bridge was connected with the quarry, as there was a track leading to the quarry from the road which Rusha farm was (and still is) situated on. The only old map showing a continuation of the track over the bridge shows it as stopping just short of the former farm of Dykehead, which itself could be reached from another road, so it was probably built just to get produce and livestock across without faffing about with fords. In the OS naming books, compiled during the surveying of their initial maps, the quarry is described as being "of considerable note". Some kind of firestone called 'lake-stone' (which doesn't appear in any dictionaries) was extracted here, and must have been of very high quality as small amounts were apparently shipped to America for use in ovens and fire safes. The quarry gets its name from the farm of the same name. Having done a bit of digging it turns out that the name, disappointingly, has no connections to Russia itself. Pre-OS maps call it both Rushaw and Raeshaw. My hunch is that it is an eliding of 'Rush Shaw'. Lots of place-names just East of here have 'Rash' (a Scottish version of 'rush') at the start, and "shaw' is generally agreed to have denoted a wood, or something wood-related in Middle English, a common dialect of which was spoken in the Southern Scotland and Northern England in mediaeval times.

Ian Dodds