Gilmerton is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH17 7DS).

How do I get to Gilmerton?

The nearest railway station is Shawfair, about 2.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH17 7DS.

How do I get to Gilmerton?

The nearest railway station is Shawfair, about 2.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH17 7DS.

Villages · Central Scotland

Gilmerton

In or near Danderhall.

Gilmerton — a village in scotland central.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station: Shawfair · 2.6 km

A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.

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Place summary

Gilmerton is a village located in central Scotland. It is known for its historical significance and local architecture. The village offers a glimpse into rural Scottish life, with traditional housing and community amenities. Visitors can explore the surrounding countryside, which features scenic landscapes typical of the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 55.9084, -3.1280
District: City of Edinburgh
Postcode: EH17 7DS
Parliamentary constituency: Edinburgh South
Nearest railway station: Shawfair — 2.6 km

Sources

manual: geonames-2648653 (CC BY 4.0)

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Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland

Gilmerton Sculpture

Gilmerton Sculpture — a public art in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Free🐕↗ gilmertoncove.co.uk

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Beaches · Central Scotland

Gilmerton Cove

Gilmerton Cove — a beach in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Gilmerton Parish Kirk, Ravenscroft Street - geograph.org.uk - 2713706

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Historic churches · Central Scotland

Gilmerton Parish Church And Gatepiers, 6 Ravenscroft Street, Gilmerton, Edinburgh

Gilmerton Parish Church And Gatepiers, 6 Ravenscroft Street, Gilmerton, Edinburgh — category C listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Stable ruins, Edmonstone - geograph.org.uk - 7443672

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Historic houses · Central Scotland

Edmonstone House Stable Block Ruin

Edmonstone House Stable Block Ruin — a historic house in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland

Child Miners Memorial

Child Miners Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Archaeological sites · Central Scotland

Moredun Wood

Moredun Wood — forest in Edinburgh, Scotland.

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Where to eat & stay near Gilmerton

Places to stay

Melville Castle - geograph.org.uk - 2049577

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Hotels · Central Scotland

Melville Castle

Melville Castle — a hotel in scotland central.

Drummond Aisle interior, Lasswade Old Kirkyard - geograph.org.uk - 4507195

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Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Kevock Vale Park Retirement Living

Kevock Vale Park Retirement Living — a caravan park in scotland central.

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Campsites · Central Scotland

Mortonhall Caravan and Camping Park

Mortonhall Caravan and Camping Park — a campsite in scotland central.

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Hotels · Central Scotland

Kildonan Lodge Hotel

Kildonan Lodge Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.

↗ kildonanlodgehotel.co.uk

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Hotels · Central Scotland

The Scott

The Scott — a hotel in scotland central.

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Hotels · Central Scotland

The Scholar

The Scholar — a hotel in scotland central.

Free↗ uoecollection.com