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Historic bridges · Central Scotland

Stock Bridge

In or near Edinburgh.

GeorgianFree admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Stock Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.

Stock Bridge, historic bridges in Central Scotland

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–30 min
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley · 1.3 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit Stock Bridge, the nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, located 1.3 km away. Entry is free.

Directions on Google Maps →

About

Stock Bridge is a historic bridge in central Scotland. Built or established in 1786, it dates from the Georgian period. It sits within the Edinburgh North and Leith parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 1.3 km away. Postcode area EH4.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2021

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Heritage listing

Category B Date Added 12/12/1974 Local Authority Edinburgh Planning Authority Edinburgh Burgh Edinburgh NGR NT 24622 74542 Coordinates 324622, 674542 — 1786, widened 1900-01, David C Proudfoot. Single segmental arch, ashlar voussoirs, ashlar parapets with partial crenellation. Voussoirs swept in curve at NE abutment, city arms E faces. Snecked rubble spandrell and retaining wall. 3 corbelled and spired circular piers with railings on Hamilton Place. — For group with Dean Terrace, Deanhaugh Street and Hamilton Place properties.

From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.

Official information

Stockbridge Market is an outdoor market featuring a variety of food, art, crafts, and local produce. Visitors can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with independent traders offering a range of products every Sunday.

Place summary

Stock Bridge is a Georgian bridge located in central Scotland, postcode EH4. Established in 1786, it features distinctive architecture typical of the period.

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

Coordinates
55.9580, -3.2088
Postcode
EH4 1LU
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith
Phone
+44 7887744361
Established
1786
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley1.3 km
Opening
Sundays 10am–5pm; closed 24–26 Dec

Sources

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Places to stay

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Hotels · Central Scotland

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Hostels · Central Scotland

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Hotels · Central Scotland

Rutland Hotel

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Hostels · Central Scotland

YMCA Scotland

YMCA Scotland — a hostel in scotland central.

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Places to eat & drink

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Historic pubs · Central Scotland

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Historic pubs · Central Scotland

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Restaurants · Central Scotland

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Stock Bridge?
Stock Bridge is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH4 1LU).
What is Stock Bridge?
Stock Bridge is a historic bridge in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Stock Bridge?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH4 1LU.
When was Stock Bridge built?
Built or established in 1786.
Is Stock Bridge a listed building?
Stock Bridge is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
Is Stock Bridge free to visit?
Yes, Stock Bridge is free to enter.
How do I get to Stock Bridge?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH4 1LU.