Parks: Braidburn Valley Park
- Background
- This peaceful green corridor follows the Braid Burn as it runs through a steep grassy valley in south Edinburgh. This park provides an excellent place to walk, cycle or jog on many different paths. The park has been awarded a Green Flag since 2007, in recognition of it being a quality greenspace.
- History and heritage
- Braidburn Valley Park has been a public park since 1933 when it was purchased by the Council from a local farmer. In 1935, 5000 Girl Guides planted cherry trees in a trefoil shape to commemorate the Silver Jubilee of King George V. Some of these girl guides returned in 2008 to join current girl guides in a re-planting programme for these cherry trees.
- Wildlife
- The burn is the focus of the park where you may be able to see a heron, small trout or even an otter. Local children have created wildflower meadows and put up bird boxes to help encourage more wildlife into the park.
- Why don't you?
- Have a go at orienteering. Download maps at http://www.braidburnvalleypark.org.uk/
- Visitor information
- On bus route 5,11,15,15A & 16. Access for disabled.
- Other useful links
- Braidburn Valley website
- Management Plan
- Braidburn Valley management plan
- Facilities
- Seating, Bike racks, Outdoor gym equipment, Orienteering course, Cycle route
- Get Involved
- Friends of Braidburn Valley
- Contact Details
- Comiston Road
- EH10 5TE
- 0131 529 5151
- southeast.locality@edinburgh.gov.uk
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Monuments
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Braidburn Valley Gate piers
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Trees of Historical Significance
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Braidburn Valley Cherry Tree Trefoil
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Braidburn Valley Park - Wheatley Elms
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Outdoor Gyms
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Braidburn Valley Park