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Dalkeith Park

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Location

Nearest town: Dalkeith

Terrain description

This is one of the Buccleuch estates, and lies at the confluence of the North and South Esk rivers, which run in deep valleys. The terrain is a mixture of woodland, fields and open parkland with an extensive path network. There are some interesting ruined buildings, as well as visitor facilities including a cafe and shop.
Used for Regional events (e.g. South of Scotland Orienteering League).

  

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Dalkeith Palace, Crawford Lindsay

Dalkeith Palace

Montagu Bridge, Dalkeith Park, Crawford Lindsay

Montagu Bridge, Dalkeith Park

Parkland below Dalkeith Palace, Crawford Lindsay

Parkland below Dalkeith Palace

Woodland path, Dalkeith Park, Crawford Lindsay

Woodland path, Dalkeith Park