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Midlothian Cycleways

Recently two sections of off road cycleway have been opened to the public in Midlothian

The first section of cycleway links between High Street, Bonnyrigg and the existing Penicuik to Dalkeith Cycleway. The path is 3 metres wide asphalt surface, drainage, street lighting and links to Raes Gardens, Eldindean Road, Lothian Street, Scollon Avenue and Wishart Avenue, Bonnyrigg. Additionally the cycleway will eventually link into the new Bonnyrigg Health Centre at High Street, Bonnyrigg.

cycleThe second section lies between Station Road, Loanhead and Cemetery Road, Loanhead and was recently opened by Provest Sam Cambell. This the second phase of a cycleway which is proposed to extend from Loanhead to Roslin. Currently discussions are ongoing with Roslin Institute to establish the final missing link. At present the cycleway lies between Station Road, Loanhead and Bilston Glen Viaduct and is approximately 1km in length.

Recent cycling facilities include approximately 10 kilometres of on-road cycle lanes painted on the A701 between Penicuik and Straiton and on the A7 between Sheriffhall Roundabout and Danderhall.

The Penicuik to Sheriffhall Roundabout cycleway is approximately 8 miles long and is mostly off road. The cycleway passes through Roslin Glen, Rosewell, Bonnyrigg, Eskbank, Dalkeith and eventually terminates at Sheriffhall Roundabout.

Commercial Services*  0131 663 1103

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Penicuik to Dalkeith Walkway

PenicuikThe Penicuik to Dalkeith Walkway, tucked away in mrs logothe peaceful countryside of Midlothian, follows the route of an abandoned railway line. The Walkway is managed by Midlothian Ranger Service and is suitable for a wide range of users, including walkers, wheelchair-users, families with pushchairs, cyclists and horse riders.

The Walkway starts at Penicuik at the site of the Valleyfield Mill and follows the River North Esk  before passing through open countryside with views to the Moorfoot Hills. It continues on to Dalkeith, close to the Edinburgh City Bypass where, after a short break, it connects to the River Esk at Musselburgh.

The walkway passes close to urban areas, and forms a vital corridor for wildlife. Sections of the walkway are home to many animals, including Roe Deer, Fox and Great Spotted and Green Woodpecker, and plants such as Giant Horsetail and Hart’s Tongue Fern.

Facilities:
  • Free car parks at Valleyfield, Penicuik and near Rosewell
  • 9.5 miles of Walkway
  • Picnic areas

Directions:

Car park - Valleyfield Road, Penicuik.

Car park - Next to the junction of the A6094 and the B7003 Rosewell to Roslin road.

Download the Dalkeith to Penicuik Walkway map (PDF - 1MB)

What's On: Ranger Service Events 2009

Midlothian Ranger Service*  01875 821 990

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