Camps

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Camps

"Life Mounds" Terraced earthworks with embedded paths, summit sculptures and inscriptions, created by Charles Jencks. The "Life Mounds" form a dramatic entrance to the Jupiter Artland with the access road winding its way through the earthworks.
"Life Mounds" Credit: Oliver Dixon

Camps is a small village located in the Midlothian region of Scotland. Situated approximately 10 miles south of Edinburgh, it is nestled amidst picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The village of Camps is characterized by its charming rural setting and traditional Scottish architecture. It is primarily a residential area, with a small population of friendly and close-knit community members. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense forests, making it a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Despite its small size, Camps boasts a range of amenities and facilities to cater to its residents. These include a local convenience store, a primary school, and a community center that offers various activities and events for both children and adults. The village also has excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and cities.

For those seeking recreational activities, Camps offers ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits. The surrounding countryside provides numerous walking and cycling trails, as well as fishing spots along the River Esk. Additionally, the nearby Pentland Hills Regional Park offers stunning viewpoints and challenging hikes for those looking to explore the natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Camps is a peaceful and idyllic village that provides a high quality of life for its residents. Its close proximity to Edinburgh and its beautiful surroundings make it an attractive place to live for those who value a balance between rural tranquility and urban convenience.

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Camps Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.900981/-3.4334125 or Grid Reference NT1068. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

"Life Mounds" Terraced earthworks with embedded paths, summit sculptures and inscriptions, created by Charles Jencks. The "Life Mounds" form a dramatic entrance to the Jupiter Artland with the access road winding its way through the earthworks.
"Life Mounds"
Terraced earthworks with embedded paths, summit sculptures and inscriptions, created by Charles Jencks. The "Life Mounds" form a dramatic entrance to the Jupiter Artland with the access road winding its way through the earthworks.
"Life Mounds" Terraced earthworks with embedded paths, summit sculptures and inscriptions, created by Charles Jencks. The "Life Mounds" form a dramatic entrance to the Jupiter Artland with the access road winding its way through and behind the earthworks. There is a fountain on top of the pillar, from which the water is directed along the channels down the peninsula
"Life Mounds"
Terraced earthworks with embedded paths, summit sculptures and inscriptions, created by Charles Jencks. The "Life Mounds" form a dramatic entrance to the Jupiter Artland with the access road winding its way through and behind the earthworks. There is a fountain on top of the pillar, from which the water is directed along the channels down the peninsula
"Life Mounds" Terraced earthworks with embedded paths, summit sculptures and inscriptions, created by Charles Jencks. The "Life Mounds" form a dramatic entrance to the Jupiter Artland with the access road winding its way through the earthworks. Water flows along the zig zag channel in the foreground to empty into the lake at the end of the promontory.
"Life Mounds"
Terraced earthworks with embedded paths, summit sculptures and inscriptions, created by Charles Jencks. The "Life Mounds" form a dramatic entrance to the Jupiter Artland with the access road winding its way through the earthworks. Water flows along the zig zag channel in the foreground to empty into the lake at the end of the promontory.
"Stone Coppice" Boulders have been placed by Andy Goldsworthy in the branches of these coppiced trees. An art installation in Badger Wood at the southern end of Jupiter Artland.
"Stone Coppice"
Boulders have been placed by Andy Goldsworthy in the branches of these coppiced trees. An art installation in Badger Wood at the southern end of Jupiter Artland.
"A forest" Tessellated panels of spray painted chrome peeled back to reveal the background colours. An art installation by Jim Lambie on the back wall of the Steading, the central building in Jupiter Artland. The mirrored surface reflects the forest behind.
"A forest"
Tessellated panels of spray painted chrome peeled back to reveal the background colours. An art installation by Jim Lambie on the back wall of the Steading, the central building in Jupiter Artland. The mirrored surface reflects the forest behind.
Jupiter cafe The cafe at Jupiter Artland housed in an American style retro trailer caravan.
Jupiter cafe
The cafe at Jupiter Artland housed in an American style retro trailer caravan.
"Over Here" Artwork by Shane Waltener in Gala Hill Wood, part of Jupiter Artland. The installation is a web of 400 cm diameter, knitted with circular knitting needles and four strands of multi-coloured fishing line, using a technique inspired by Shetland lace.
"Over Here"
Artwork by Shane Waltener in Gala Hill Wood, part of Jupiter Artland. The installation is a web of 400 cm diameter, knitted with circular knitting needles and four strands of multi-coloured fishing line, using a technique inspired by Shetland lace.
"Weeping Girl" One of six sculptures of weeping girls by Laura Ford, located in Gala Hill Wood in Jupiter Artland. The figures were hand carved in wax.  They were then cast in bronze and patinated. None of the girls have faces, being totally obscured by their flowing hair.
"Weeping Girl"
One of six sculptures of weeping girls by Laura Ford, located in Gala Hill Wood in Jupiter Artland. The figures were hand carved in wax. They were then cast in bronze and patinated. None of the girls have faces, being totally obscured by their flowing hair.
"Landscape with gun and tree" Artwork by Cornelia Parker in Gala Hill Wood, part of Jupiter Artland.
"Landscape with gun and tree"
Artwork by Cornelia Parker in Gala Hill Wood, part of Jupiter Artland.
"Love Bomb" Artwork by Marc Quinn on Chestnut Avenue, part of Jupiter Artland. A 12-metre high orchid digitally painted onto a polyflax canvas, adhered to a stainless steel orchid sculpture then coated with polyurethane resin.
"Love Bomb"
Artwork by Marc Quinn on Chestnut Avenue, part of Jupiter Artland. A 12-metre high orchid digitally painted onto a polyflax canvas, adhered to a stainless steel orchid sculpture then coated with polyurethane resin.
Cottage at Kirknewton In need of further attention - considerable deterioration in three years - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1049885">NT1067 : Cottage in need of attention</a> for comparison.
Cottage at Kirknewton
In need of further attention - considerable deterioration in three years - see NT1067 : Cottage in need of attention for comparison.
Entrance to Kirknewton
Entrance to Kirknewton
Entrance to Wilkieston
Entrance to Wilkieston
Fields west of Wilkieston
Fields west of Wilkieston
Silage stash, Coxydene Winter fodder stored outside the farm buildings.
Silage stash, Coxydene
Winter fodder stored outside the farm buildings.
Manure heap Mostly spread, this is the remnant of a muckheap at Coxydene.
Manure heap
Mostly spread, this is the remnant of a muckheap at Coxydene.
Arable land off Clifton Road
Arable land off Clifton Road
Silage store Round bales off Clifton Road. The River Almond is behind (and below) the trees.
Silage store
Round bales off Clifton Road. The River Almond is behind (and below) the trees.
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Camps is located at Grid Ref: NT1068 (Lat: 55.900981, Lng: -3.4334125)

Unitary Authority: West Lothian

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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