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    • Leisure In Edinburgh

    Golf in the City

    It was a Scotsman who invented the amazing game of Golf, so it’s not surprising that Scotland’s capital features a number of Golf courses to suit all Golfing abilities.

    With 6 courses set within the city, there is something on offer to everyone. Based at Braid Hills, Carrick Knowe, Craigentinny, Portobello, Princes and Silverknowes, there are a range of challenges, from a beginner or child friendly 9 holes at Portobello, to the spectacular gorse covered challenge that is the 18 hole course at the Braid Hills.

    What’s more, you don’t have to be a member or have an official golf handicap – you can just pay and play!

    For further information and pricing details you may visit:

    Telephone: 0131 650 1001 Email: golf@edinburghleisure.co.uk

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    Trike Tours Scotland

    The 1st Chauffeur Driven Trike Tour (carrys 2 passengers and the trike has a 1600 cc engine) to give you one of the hippest ways to see the breathtaking scenery Scotland has on offer. Helmets have integrated headsets (these are provided), leather jackets and gloves. There is complimentary tea/coffee, liqueur to take away, shortbread and pics emailed.

    Website is www.triketoursscotland.com
    Telephone 0800 056 7779
    Email info@triketoursscotland.com.

     

    Arthur’s Seat

    Arthur's Seat is the main peak of the group of hills which form most of Holyrood Park, a remarkably wild piece of highland landscape in the centre of the city of Edinburgh, about a mile to the east of Edinburgh Castle. The hill rises above the city to a height of 251 m (823 feet), provides excellent panoramic views of the city, is quite easy to climb, and is a popular walk. Though it can be climbed from almost any direction, the easiest and simplest ascent is from the East, where a grassy slope rises above Dunsapie Loch.

    Address: Walking path starts 5 minute walk from Holyrood apartHOTEL

     

    The Meadows

    Over the centuries, The Meadows have provided Edinburgh’s sports men and womenm with a full range of activities. Situated just behind what was Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, and close to Edinburgh University, the Meadows remain as popular as ever and continue to be a major attraction for holding all kinds of events, from circuses to tented theatre.

    Nowadays, the Meadows, along with Bruntsfield Links, have become a stunning urban green belt in the midst of one of the busiest areas in Edinburgh. Despite the proximity of busy shopping streets, the Meadows remain an area of beauty, and much beloved by locals and visitors alike. Sporting facilities include cricket squares, a croquet green and tennis courts plus the essential play areas for children.

    Address:
    Park Ranger Office
    Inverleith Park
    Arboretum Place
    Edinburgh
    EH3 5NY
    Telephone: 0131 332 2368
    Email: park.ranger@edinburgh.gov.uk
    Website: http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk

     

    Royal Botanic Gardens

    If you like flowers, plants or any other green and leafy organisms, then the Edinburgh Botanic Garden is the place for you. It is a large public garden in which the principal types of plants are cultivated and displayed. The Royal Botanic Gardens is a series of 4 gardens spread all over Scotland. They are the Edinburgh, Benmore, Logan and Dawyck of which only Edinburgh has the title of 'royal' attached.

    Address:
    Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
    Inverleith Row
    Edinburgh
    EH3 5LR
    Telephone: 0131 552 7171
    Email: info@rbge.org.uk
    Website: http://www.rbge.org.uk/rbge/web/index.jsp

     

    Union Canal

    The Union Canal links the heart of Edinburgh to the Falkirk Wheel via an enjoyably rural 32 mile route. It features Scotland's only canal tunnels, dramatic aqueducts, and peaceful scenery. At its western end, The Falkirk Wheel lifts boats up from the Forth & Clyde Canal in the world's only rotating boat lift. Then in Edinburgh, the terminus of the canal, the new Edinburgh Quays development is taking shape as a thriving canal centre for Scotland's capital. But in between these two showpieces is a remarkable waterway, one with stunning canal architecture, great walking, and charming waterside towns and villages. The Union is a contour canal par excellence: there are no locks, simply aqueducts and tunnels to take the canal over valleys and through hills. As such, it is perfect for peaceful cruising or relaxed walking.

    Address:
    Bike Trax Cycle Hire
    7-11 Lochrin Place
    Edinburgh
    EH3 9QX
    Telephone: 0131 228 6633
    Email: sp.info@scottish.parliament.uk
    Website: http://www.waterscape.com/Union_Canal