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Bonnyrigg, south of Edinburgh, off the A720, just south-west of Dalkeith along A6094
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Bonnyrigg tourist information
Coal was Bonnyrigg's claim to fame from the late 18th century until the late 1980's when the last colliery closed. However, it has remained a thriving town due to its proximity to the city of Edinburgh.
The coal industry may be gone, but it is not forgotten. The nearby Scottish Mining museum is housed within the former Lady Victoria Colliery which used to employ over a thousand people. In 2007 this museum was voted 'Scotland's Most Treasured Place'.
As a complete contrast to the grime of coal mining, the town also has a luxury spa in the 13th Century Dalhousie Castle hotel.
Activities
Edinburgh Butterfly and Insect World Melville Nursery, Lasswade, Dalkeith EH18 1AZ
See and handle amazing insects. Edinburgh Butterfly and Insect World information
Castles
Dalhousie Castle Spa Dalhousie Castle, Bonnyrigg EH19 3JB
Luxury hotel spa. Dalhousie Castle Spa information
Museums
Scottish Mining Museum Lady Victoria Colliery, Newtongrange, Bonnyrigg EH22 4QN
Victorian coal mine. Scottish Mining Museum information
Hotels
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Cockpen Road Bonnyrigg EH19 3JB MAP This fascinating 13th-century castle is in the middle a forest and parkland by the banks of the River Esk and has unique bedrooms with period furnishing. Some of the rooms are located in a 100-year-old lodge detached from the castle. The hotel's 2 AA Ros... More Information and Book ... |
Visit the market town of Dalkeith
Towns Near Bonnyrigg To Visit - straight line distance:
Dalkeith Tourist Information (2.05 miles) Roslin Tourist Information (2.63 miles) Swanston Tourist Information (4.46 miles) Musselburgh Tourist Information (5.04 miles)
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Area Telephone Code
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