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The Great Britain Guide

Historic bridges Β· Central Scotland

Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh

In or near Edinburgh.

Free admission

Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh β€” category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Plaque on Roseburn Old Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 6083386

Richard Sutcliffe β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–30 min
Nearest railway station
Haymarket Β· 1.0 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Old Colt Bridge, you can take a train to Haymarket station, which is approximately 1 km away. The postcode for navigation is EH12 6AJ, and entry to the bridge is free.

Directions on Google Maps β†’

About

Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh is a category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB27947). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2025

Imagery Β© Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Heritage listing

Category B Date Added 14/12/1970 Local Authority Edinburgh Planning Authority Edinburgh Burgh Edinburgh NGR NT 22931 73244 Coordinates 322931, 673244 β€” Later 18th century. Single segmental arch, rubble with dressed voussoirs, coped parapets with spiked iron railings, painted green.

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Official information

Murrayfield Indoor Sports Club is the oldest private members' Tenpin Bowling Club in the UK, offering a variety of indoor sports including tenpin bowling, skittles, snooker, darts, and pool. The club provides a social environment for members to enjoy these activities together.

Place summary

Old Colt Bridge is a bridge located on Roseburn Terrace in Edinburgh, central Scotland, postcode EH12. It is designated as a category B listed building, recognising its architectural and historical significance.

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

Coordinates
55.9460, -3.2356
Postcode
EH12 6AJ
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh West
Phone
0131 337 6591
Established
1766
Nearest railway station
Haymarket β€” 1 km
Opening
Daily 12pm–11pm; closed 25 Dec, 1 Jan, and during the first two weeks in July.

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh?
Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH12 6AJ).
What is Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh?
Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh β€” category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh?
The nearest railway station is Haymarket, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH12 6AJ.
When was Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh built?
Built or established in 1766. Designed by Alexander Stevens.
Is Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh a listed building?
Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
Is Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh free to visit?
Yes, Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh is free to enter.
How do I get to Old Colt Bridge, Roseburn Terrace, Edinburgh?
The nearest railway station is Haymarket, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH12 6AJ.