These inspirational and accessible guides appeal to all ages and
abilities. They take the reader to places they’ve never been to before
to do things they might not otherwise have done – and have fun while
they’re at it.
Edinburgh is one of the
most richly layered historical cities in Europe, with the medieval
layout of the Old Town and the neoclassicism of the Georgian New Town
attracting visitors from all over the world. Like Rome, Edinburgh
has its Seven Hills, while two waterways slip unseen through the
capital.
The book begins with an excellent short introduction to Edinburgh
today and its history. Each of the walks begins with details of
distance, time, terrain, and access to the start. The following text
provides a detailed commentary of the route, including places and events
important to the history and culture of the area.
The walk locations are:
Edinburgh Castle to Calton Hill
Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park
Water of Leith and the Union Canal
Dean Bridge to Leith
Blackford Hill and the Braids
Wester and Easter Craiglockhart
Colinton and Craiglockhart Dells
Corstorphine Hill
Cammo Estate
Cramond and the River Almond
Forth Bridge and Dalmeny Estate
Torduff Water Walk
Harlaw Reservoir
Swanston and the Pentlands
Castlelaw Hill
Roslin Glen
Gladhouse Reservoir
Vogrie Country Park
Dalkeith Country Park
Newhailes
Musselburgh and Levenhall Links
Carberry Hill
Seton Collegiate Church and Sands
Gosford Estate
Aberlady Bay and Gullane Point
