Hermitage of Braid, Edinburgh

Name: Hermitage of Braid
Address: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

#95 among attractions in Edinburgh

Park, Relax in park

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Facts and practical information

The Hermitage of Braid is an area between the Braid Hills and Blackford Hill. The Braid Burn runs through it. It comprises part of the 60.3-hectare Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve. ()

Elevation: 361 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 55°55'18"N, 3°11'45"W

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BlackfordEdinburgh United Kingdom

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Day trips

Hermitage of Braid – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Observatory, Warrender Swim Centre, Mortonhall Golf Club, Dominion Cinema.

~1660 ftE
Tours of Victorian astronomical facility
Royal Observatory, Edinburgh
9 min walk • The Royal Observatory, Edinburgh is an astronomical institution located on Blackford Hill in Edinburgh. The site is owned by the Science and Technology Facilities Council.
0.9 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
Warrender Swim Centre, Edinburgh
24 min walk • Warrender Swim Centre – traditionally known as Warrender Baths – is a swimming pool and fitness complex in Marchmont, Edinburgh. It consists of a pool 25 yards in length, a sauna, and an assortment of fitness equipment. It is notable for its Victorian architecture with bright interior and its old-fashioned poolside changing facilities.
0.9 miSW
55°54'42"N • 3°12'35"W
Mortonhall Golf Club, Edinburgh
23 min walk • Golf, Outdoor activities
0.8 miNW
Nightlife, Cinema, Concerts and shows
Dominion Cinema, Edinburgh
21 min walk • The Dominion Cinema is an independent Streamline Moderne cinema located in the Morningside area of Edinburgh, Scotland. The company was incorporated by William Cameron, on 13 May 1937 when he bought the land in Newbattle Terrace.
0.9 miN
Church
Gillis Centre, Edinburgh
24 min walk • Gillis Centre, formerly Gillis College and founded as St Margaret's Convent and School, is a complex of buildings situated close to the city centre of Edinburgh, Scotland. The history of the site can be traced back to the 15th century.
1 miN
Church
St Catherine's Argyle Church, Edinburgh
26 min walk • St. Catherine's Argyle, or St. Cath's, is a Church of Scotland church located in the Grange, Edinburgh. The Scottish churchman and poet Horatius Bonar was its first minister. In April 2008 the Rev.
1.1 miNW
Forts and castles, Vernacular architecture
Merchiston Tower, Edinburgh
28 min walk • Merchiston Tower, also known as Merchiston Castle, was probably built by Alexander Napier, the 2nd Laird of Merchiston around 1454. It serves as the seat for Clan Napier. It was the home of John Napier, the 8th Laird of Merchiston and the inventor of logarithms, who was born there in 1550.
0.6 miNE
Church
Reid Memorial Church, Edinburgh
15 min walk • The Reid Memorial Church is a church in Edinburgh. It is a congregation of the Church of Scotland and is located in the Blackford area on the south side of the city.
0.9 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Church Hill Theatre, Edinburgh
24 min walk • Church Hill Theatre is a Category B listed pink sandstone former church and current theatre venue owned by the Edinburgh City Council. Built originally as Morningside Free Church, the council purchased it in 1960. After undergoing an extensive refurbishment, it re-opened in August 2006.
0.9 miSE
55°54'44"N • 3°10'46"W
Braid Hills Golf Centre, Edinburgh
24 min walk • Golf
0.7 miNW
Church
St Peter's Church, Edinburgh
19 min walk • St Peter's Church is a parish of the Roman Catholic Church in the Morningside district of Edinburgh, Scotland, within the Archdiocese of St Andrews and Edinburgh. The parish church, designed by Sir Robert Lorimer, was built from 1906 to 1907, and the nave was extended from 1928 to 1929.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Hermitage of Braid?

Nearby attractions include Blackford Pond, Edinburgh (7 min walk), Royal Observatory, Edinburgh (9 min walk), Blackford Hill, Edinburgh (10 min walk), Blackford, Edinburgh (12 min walk).

How to get to Hermitage of Braid by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hermitage of Braid:

Bus

Blackford Avenue • Lines: 41 (14 min walk)
Eva Place • Lines: 41 (15 min walk)