Cathpair

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Cathpair

Stow Cemetery A small storage building is at the northeast corner of the cemetery.
Stow Cemetery Credit: Walter Baxter

Cathpair is a small village located in the Midlothian region of Scotland. Situated approximately 10 miles south of Edinburgh, it is nestled amongst picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil setting for its residents. The village is known for its rich history and charming atmosphere.

Cathpair is home to a population of around 500 residents, making it a tight-knit community where neighbors often know one another. The village primarily consists of traditional stone-built houses and cottages, giving it a distinct rural character. The surrounding landscape is dotted with lush green fields and rolling hills, providing breathtaking views.

Despite its small size, Cathpair offers a range of amenities and services to its residents. These include a local convenience store, a post office, and a community center which hosts various activities and events throughout the year. The village also has a primary school, ensuring that families with young children have access to education within close proximity.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Cathpair is an ideal location. The nearby Pentland Hills Regional Park offers ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. Additionally, the village is within easy reach of several golf courses and country parks, providing residents with plenty of options for recreation.

Transport links are well-established in Cathpair, with regular bus services connecting the village to nearby towns and cities. The proximity to Edinburgh also allows for easy access to a wider range of amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

Overall, Cathpair offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for its residents, with a strong sense of community and access to a range of amenities and outdoor activities.

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Cathpair Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.704424/-2.860836 or Grid Reference NT4646. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stow Cemetery A small storage building is at the northeast corner of the cemetery.
Stow Cemetery
A small storage building is at the northeast corner of the cemetery.
Stow Post Office This village shop and post office is located at 13 Townfoot.
Stow Post Office
This village shop and post office is located at 13 Townfoot.
Road from Mitchelston
Road from Mitchelston
New plantation, Tartan Hill Young trees above Cathpair.
New plantation, Tartan Hill
Young trees above Cathpair.
Road from Mitchelston
Road from Mitchelston
Woodland, Cathpair Former farmland.
Woodland, Cathpair
Former farmland.
Road, Cathpair
Road, Cathpair
Craigend View towards Stow.
Craigend
View towards Stow.
Craigend by Stow A novelty visiting the village by this road which is a dead en for motors, but there are pathways through the maze of electric fences from Oxton and Lauder.
Craigend by Stow
A novelty visiting the village by this road which is a dead en for motors, but there are pathways through the maze of electric fences from Oxton and Lauder.
Townfoot, Stow
Townfoot, Stow
A dry bank above Stow
A dry bank above Stow
Borders Railway leaving Stow View northwards to the end of the passing loop.
Borders Railway leaving Stow
View northwards to the end of the passing loop.
Woodland above Stow
Woodland above Stow
View towards Cathpair Off the steep Lauder road out of Stow.
View towards Cathpair
Off the steep Lauder road out of Stow.
Fields above Cathpair View northwards from the Stow to Lauder road.
Fields above Cathpair
View northwards from the Stow to Lauder road.
B6362 Stow to Lauder Road.
B6362
Stow to Lauder Road.
Closed tea room, Stow
Closed tea room, Stow
A7, Stow
A7, Stow
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Cathpair is located at Grid Ref: NT4646 (Lat: 55.704424, Lng: -2.860836)

Unitary Authority: The Scottish Borders

Police Authority: The Lothians and Scottish Borders

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