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The Great Britain Guide

Historic bridges Β· Central Scotland

Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House

In or near Whitecraig.

Free admission

Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House β€” category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Laundry House, Dalkeith country park - geograph.org.uk - 690134

Kay Williams β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–30 min
Nearest railway station
Shawfair Β· 2.5 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Laundry Bridge at Dalkeith House, the nearest railway station is Shawfair, which is 2.5 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is EH22 2NA, and entry is free.

Directions on Google Maps β†’

About

Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House is a category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB1438). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

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Heritage listing

Category B Group Category Details 100000019 - see notes Date Added 22/01/1971 Local Authority Midlothian Planning Authority Midlothian Parish Dalkeith NGR NT 33820 68251 Coordinates 333820, 668251 β€” 18th century. Vehicle bridge, on N-S axis. Double span with segmental arches. Red sandstone rubble. Ashlar piers, voussoirs and slab coping. Abutments advanced to W and E. Canted refuge over cutwater to W and E. Corbels at springing of arches to W. Gibbsian keystones. Band course to piers. β€” Laundry Bridge crosses River South Esk. A Group - see DALKEITH PARK.

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Official information

Laundry Bridge is a picturesque structure located within Dalkeith House grounds, offering scenic views and a tranquil setting. Visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of the area while exploring the historic estate.

Place summary

Laundry Bridge is a bridge located in central Scotland, part of the estate of Dalkeith House. It is designated as a category B listed building, recognising its historical and architectural significance.

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

Coordinates
55.9028, -3.0600
District
Midlothian
Postcode
EH22 2NA
Parliamentary constituency
Midlothian
Nearest railway station
Shawfair β€” 2.5 km
Official site
goape.co.uk

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House?
Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH22 2NA).
What is Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House?
Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House β€” category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House?
The nearest railway station is Shawfair, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH22 2NA.
Is Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House a listed building?
Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
Is Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House free to visit?
Yes, Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House is free to enter.
How do I get to Laundry Bridge, Dalkeith House?
The nearest railway station is Shawfair, about 2.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH22 2NA.