Great Walking Country
The Gorebridge circular walk
Visit Gorebridge & the surrounding Midlothian area
the perfect base for exploring Midlothian, Edinburgh, the Scottish borders and beyond...
Vogrie Country Park
The Scottish Mining Museum
Local Attractions
From country parks and stately homes to Midlothian's industrious past
Edinburgh shopping on Princes St.
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh on our doorstep
All the attractions and sights of Scotland's capital city are right on our doorstep!
Gorebridge is an old mining town situated approximately 10 miles South East of Edinburgh in Midlothian. Gorebridge is next to the A7 Tourist Route to Edinburgh and is surrounded by outstanding countryside, perfect for country walks and visits.
Plan your stay
Tourist Attractions
There are a wide range of things to see and do in the area. Gorebridge is very close to Edinburgh and everything that it has to offer but in Midlothian itself and particularly around Gorebridge there is a wealth of historic castles, stately homes, museums and many other things. Take a look at our guide for inspiration.
Eating Out
Gorebridge has a wide range of places to eat out in. Everything from fish and chips to award winning gastro-pubs as well as Chinese and Indian take-away restaurants can be found easily in and around Gorebridge. Take a look at our directory to see what tickles your taste-buds.
Accommodation
There is a wide range of accommodation available locally, from B&Bs and guest houses to hotels, hostels and self catering cottages, browse our site for some inspiring ideas about where to stay.
Historic Gorebridge
Gorebridge along with many of the towns within Midlothian has a rich historic past. Gorebridge was a mining town and until 1700 was one of the UK’s largest producers of gunpowder. Take a look at our guide to historic Gorebridge.