Alnwickhill

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Alnwickhill

Gracemount building site Work on the redevelopment of the site of the multi-storey flats to provide 215 homes (mainly high-density low-rise flats removing the open space and play areas that existed around the tower blocks). Crudens is acting as the developer for Edinburgh City Council and Hart are doing the construction work. We are promised a mix of social rent, mid market rent, shared equity and private homes.
This view looks towards the Northfield hotel and the Carnbee housing estate. Liberton Hospital is to the left and Gracemount Mews to the right.

An image of the new housing from the same vantage point can be seen here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3958302" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3958302">Link</a> — Gracemount building site Credit: Kay Williams

Alnwickhill is a small suburban area located in Midlothian, Scotland, approximately five miles south of the capital city, Edinburgh. With a population of around 1,500 residents, the area offers a tranquil and peaceful environment for its inhabitants.

Known for its picturesque surroundings, Alnwickhill is nestled amidst rolling hills and open green spaces. The area is particularly popular among nature enthusiasts, as it provides easy access to a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby Pentland Hills Regional Park offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

Alnwickhill is well-connected to the rest of the region, with convenient transport links to Edinburgh city center and other neighboring towns. Several bus routes serve the area, providing easy access to amenities and services in nearby communities.

The local community in Alnwickhill is close-knit and friendly, with a range of amenities to cater to residents' needs. There are a few local shops and amenities within walking distance, including a convenience store and a post office. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, residents can easily access the nearby retail parks and shopping centers in neighboring communities.

Overall, Alnwickhill offers a peaceful and scenic place to live, with a strong sense of community and easy access to both the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside and the urban amenities of nearby cities.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.906955/-3.167144 or Grid Reference NT2768. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gracemount building site

Work on the redevelopment of the site of the multi-storey flats to provide 215 homes (mainly high-density low-rise flats removing the open space and play areas that existed around the tower blocks). Crudens is acting as the developer for Edinburgh City Council and Hart are doing the construction work. We are promised a mix of social rent, mid market rent, shared equity and private homes. This view looks towards the Northfield hotel and the Carnbee housing estate. Liberton Hospital is to the left and Gracemount Mews to the right. An image of the new housing from the same vantage point can be seen here: Link

Kay Williams

Gracemount: New flats go up

Building work on the redevelopment of the site of the multi-storey flats to provide 215 homes (mainly high-density low-rise flats removing the open space and play areas that existed around the tower blocks). Crudens is acting as the developer for Edinburgh City Council and Hart are doing the construction work. We are promised a mix of social rent, mid market rent, shared equity and private homes. This view looks towards the Mansion (left) and existing housing on Gracemount Drive (right).

Kay Williams

Gracemount new flats under construction

Building work continues on the old site of the multi-storey flats to provide 215 homes (mainly high-density low-rise flats removing the open space that existed around the tower blocks). Crudens is acting as the developer for Edinburgh City Council and Hart are doing the construction work. We are promised a mix of social rent, mid market rent, shared equity and private homes.

Kay Williams

House near Burdiehouse Mains

Mike Pennington

Burdiehouse Road, Edinburgh

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Balmwell Terrace, Edinburgh

From Howden Hall Road.

Mike Pennington

Entrance to the Toby Carvery, Liberton, Edinburgh

Formerly known as the Balmwell Country Carvery, but acquired by the Toby Carvery chain in 2011. The carvery is in a large house originally built in 1806 for a Mr John Simpson. Since being a private home it has been used as a children’s home, a care home and a hotel. The eponymous Balmwell is in the grounds.

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Arthur's Seat from Liberton Cemetery, Edinburgh

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Row of shops, Liberton, Edinburgh

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Lothian buses at Hyvots Bank

A passing bus stop on Gilmerton Dykes Street, but also a turn-round and terminus for the #11

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Balmwell House, Liberton, Edinburgh

A large house that was built in 1806 for a Mr John Simpson, currently a Toby Carvery.

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St Catherine's Well, Liberton, Edinburgh

Also known as the Oily Well or the Balm Well, the lintel above the well has the date 1536, but the stonework is obviously newer and the antiquity of the well is unknown. The well was associated with St Catherine, and a chapel dedicated to her was previously on the site. The well is in the grounds of Balmwell House, built in 1806, and currently a Toby Carvery.

Mike Pennington

Investing in new homes for Edinburgh - creating communities

Hyvots Phase 5 - part of the regeneration of the Hyvots Bank area of Edinburgh - this a £6.1 million project to create 60 affordable homes is funded by the City of Edinburgh Council, the Scottish Government and investment from Dunedin Canmore. Note the solar panels being incorporated into the roofs.

M J Richardson

Hyvot Park

From across Gilmerton Dykes Street.

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Gilmerton Dykes Street

Looking northwest towards the newer phase of the regeneration of the area.

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Housing at Hyvots Bank

On the corner of Gilmerton Dykes Street and Hyvot Park. Replacements for older housing.

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Hyvot Park - 18 months on

Taken from almost the same spot as NT2868 : Hyvot Park from across Gilmerton Dykes Street. A litter bin and another satellite dish have appeared.

M J Richardson

Affordable housing at Hyvots Bank

Looking north from Gilmerton Dykes Road towards Arthur's Seat, and largely replacing the earlier view [March 2010 - NT2868 : Regeneration at Hyvots Bank]

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Alnwickhill is located at Grid Ref: NT2768 (Lat: 55.906955, Lng: -3.167144)

Unitary Authority: City of Edinburgh

Police Authority: Edinburgh