Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Marble Basin
In or near Danderhall.
Marble Basin — a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Richard Webb — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Shawfair · 1.7 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Marble Basin is a other located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Marble Basin is a geological feature located in central Scotland. It is noted for its distinctive marble formations, which contribute to the area's unique landscape. The basin's geological significance makes it a point of interest for those studying natural formations in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9082, -3.0697
- District
- Midlothian
- Postcode
- EH22 2NA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Midlothian
- Nearest railway station
- Shawfair — 1.7 km
Sources
- osm: node/416375477 (ODbL)
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St Mary's Episcopal Church, Musselburgh Road, Dalkeith
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Lugton Bridge
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Marble Basin?
- Marble Basin is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH22 2NA).
- What is Marble Basin?
- Marble Basin — a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Marble Basin?
- The nearest railway station is Shawfair, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH22 2NA.
- Is Marble Basin free to visit?
- Yes, Marble Basin is free to enter.
- How do I get to Marble Basin?
- The nearest railway station is Shawfair, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH22 2NA.