Blackford Hill and Pond is an idyllic local nature reserve located within easy reach of Edinburgh’s city center—making it an accessible retreat from urban life! This picturesque area features scenic walking trails around Blackford Hill leading up to breathtaking panoramic views over Edinburgh’s skyline along with calm pond areas fostering wildlife habitats! An interactive hub provides information about upcoming events or facilities available within this beautiful setting—encouraging engagement from visitors looking to connect with their surroundings! Experience Blackford Hill—a tranquil spot where nature thrives amidst vibrant community involvement!

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Andrew Ducker

4 Google Rating

Lovely pond. Nice hill. Play park could be better.

4/ 5

Lovely pond. Nice hill. Play park could be better.

Ruth Wallace

4 Google Rating

A lovely space for gig walking. Need boots for the mud and slippy Autumn leaves!

4/ 5

A lovely space for gig walking. Need boots for the mud and slippy Autumn leaves!

Robin Athawes

4 Google Rating

Very pretty area in the middle of the City with the opportunity of climbing Blackford Hill (next to

4/ 5

Very pretty area in the middle of the City with the opportunity of climbing Blackford Hill (next to the pond) with wonderful views across the City and beyond

Cristina Davison

5 Google Rating

Great views, nice walks, a bolder and two very small climbing routes (sport) if you fancy climbing

5/ 5

Great views, nice walks, a bolder and two very small climbing routes (sport) if you fancy climbing

Russell Easton

5 Google Rating

Nice nature reserve with a great flat walk round the duck pond which is a really nice natural walk

5/ 5

Nice nature reserve with a great flat walk round the duck pond which is a really nice natural walk and ideal for people with disabilities

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