Parks and Open Spaces - The City of Edinburgh Council

Welcome to the City of Edinburgh Council Parks and Open Spaces website!

This platform offers a guide to the city's stunning parks, gardens, and natural areas, providing information on opening hours, amenities, accessibility, and seasonal activities. Whether you’re looking to relax in a local park or discover hidden outdoor gems, this site is the ideal resource for all things related to green spaces in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh has a huge number of public parks, gardens and other green spaces.  From large historical areas like Princes Street Gardens, Inverleith Park and The Meadows, to small local parks a short walk or cycle from your home.  There are hundreds of play parks for the kids, sports pitches, exercise equipment and miles of woodland, wildflower meadow and riverside strolls. 

EdinOutdoors connects you with a variety of activities to enjoy all year round, ensuring there’s always something new to explore. All are free and are yours to enjoy so what are you waiting for, go and explore our city’s parks.

We're currently giving the site a fresh new look, so we apologise for any disruption or inconvenience this may cause.

Thank you for your patience as we work to enhance your online experience.

 

 

Latest news

Grow Your Own Fund is open

Exciting news for community groups focussed on food growing! The Grow Your Own grant scheme is offering funding of up to £5,000 for your food growing projects.

Planning an event?

Check the following page if you want to organise an event in Edinburgh's beautiful public realm spaces such as a

  • community gala day
  • local play street 
  • charity fun run
  • concert
  • fireworks display
  • mass participation sporting event.

Event planning for public spaces – The City of Edinburgh Council

If you have an urgent enquiry email publicspaces@edinburgh.gov.uk

Parks and greenspaces

Your go-to resource for maintaining and improving public parks and greenspaces.

It offers tools for reporting issues, like broken equipment or litter, and provides guidance for "Friends of Parks" groups on organising events and supporting local parks. 

Thriving Green Spaces

Explore the ongoing projects and developments in Edinburgh’s parks and open spaces on the Thriving Green Spaces website. 

This resource is dedicated to keeping you updated on the latest improvements and initiatives in the city's outdoor spaces.

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Parks and greenspaces – The City of Edinburgh Council
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Thriving Green Spaces - The City of Edinburgh Council

While Thriving Green Spaces focuses on updates about park projects and developments, and the official Edinburgh Greenspaces site at Gov.uk helps with community engagement and park management, EdinOutdoors expands your outdoor experience, offering recommendations for active pursuits, nature walks, and outdoor events.