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The Great Britain Guide

Historic bridges Β· Central Scotland

Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh

In or near Edinburgh.

Free admission

Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh β€” category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Slateford Road, Edinburgh - geograph.org.uk - 1836221

Stephen Sweeney β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–30 min
Nearest railway station
Slateford Β· 1.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Slateford Road Bridge in Edinburgh, the nearest railway station is Slateford, located 1.1 km away. The postcode for the bridge is EH11 1UJ, which can be used for sat-nav coordinates. Entry to the bridge is free.

Directions on Google Maps β†’

About

Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh is a category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB26820). 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 2026

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Heritage listing

Category C Date Added 09/02/1993 Local Authority Edinburgh Planning Authority Edinburgh Burgh Edinburgh NGR NT 23101 71967 Coordinates 323101, 671967 β€” W Allan Macartney, rebuilding of 1931-2. Single span road bridge over railway. Coursed rubble with ashlar base course and copings to road; ashlar piers with decorative cast-iron lamp stands, spherical glass bowls with iron caps removed. Plaque on NE pier. Ashlar steps to N to Wardlaw Terrace. β€” Plaque details rebuilding of bridge. Compare with bridge at Balgreen Road.

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Official information

Tynecastle Park offers guided stadium tours that provide insight into the club's history and operations. Visitors can explore key areas such as the changing rooms, tunnel, and dugouts, making it a family-friendly experience for sports fans.

Place summary

Slateford Road Bridge is a bridge located in central Scotland, specifically in Edinburgh. It is designated as a category C listed building, highlighting its historical and architectural significance.

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

Coordinates
55.9346, -3.2325
Postcode
EH11 1UJ
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh South West
Nearest railway station
Slateford β€” 1.1 km
Official site
www.heartsfc.co.uk

Sources

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The Hostel

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh?
Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH11 1UJ).
What is Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh?
Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh β€” category C listed building-listed bridge in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh?
The nearest railway station is Slateford, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH11 1UJ.
Is Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh a listed building?
Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh is officially recognised as category C listed building listed.
Is Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh free to visit?
Yes, Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh is free to enter.
How do I get to Slateford Road Bridge, Edinburgh?
The nearest railway station is Slateford, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH11 1UJ.