ATTRACTIONS FOR KIDS

Discover a range of activities and days out across Midlothian to suit all the family. For starters,

Dalkeith Country Park is a fantastic family destination with Fort Douglas, Go Ape and lots of outdoor space for picnics, walks, observing nature and simply just a great place for running around. There’s plenty fun for enquiring minds at The National Mining Museum Scotland and Rosslyn Chapel.

Bouncing high at Ryze; skiing and tubing at Midlothian Snowsports or a family golf session at Melville Golf, just some other ideas on offer with plenty of options for all weathers.

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Midlothian Snowsports Centre

Midlothian Tourism ForumMidlothian Snowsports Centre, Hillend is Britain’s longest and most challenging artificial ski slope. Also perfect for beginners, there
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National Mining Museum Scotland

Midlothian Tourism ForumHoused in the wonderfully restored Lady Victoria Colliery in Newtongrange, the finest surviving Victorian colliery in Europe, the
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Dalkeith Palace & Country Park

Dalkeith Palace & Country Park is a special destination unlike any other. Situated just a few miles from Edinburgh off
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Fort Douglas

Midlothian Tourism ForumCalling all young adventurers: operation fun awaits at Fort Douglas! Situated within Dalkeith Country Park, get ready to
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Vogrie House and Country Park

Vogrie Country Park has 11.5 miles of signed paths through woodlands and the Tyne Valley plus its own Treetops café,
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Cousland Smiddy Trust

Cousland Smiddy gives visitors a fascinating glimpse into the village’s heritage, with an early 18th century blacksmith’s workshop, Victorian cottage,
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Family Friendly Cycling

Where to go? Opportunities to enjoy some traffic free cycling in the region. Dalkeith Country Park, perhaps on the short
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Melville Golf Centre

Powered by Toptracer LED floodlit all-weather driving range. has 14 automatic pop up Powertees and excellent shock-resistant strike proof mats.
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Peggyslea Clydesdales

Meet the Clydesdale horses at Peggyslea Clydesdales Peggyslea Clydesdales is a family business run by a mother and daughter team.
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Glencorse Centre

The Glencorse Centre – Making lasting Connections in our community We’re a small, charity-run community centre in Auchendinny. Our overarching
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The Bubbling Toad

The Bubbling Toad.. where magic happens.. Nestled in the grounds of Vogrie Country Park is a hidden realm of ancient
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The Steading

Surrounded by tranquil countryside, The Steading is easily reachable by car with ample parking for up to 50 vehicles, or
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Go Ape Dalkeith

Midlothian Tourism ForumSituated in the beautiful Dalkeith Country Park, just two minutes from the Edinburgh Bypass, the course boasts eight zip
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Ninja Kidz Action Park, Ryze Parks

Bounce into the UK’s first Ninja Kidz Action Park, brought to Edinburgh by the creators of the Ninja Kidz TV
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Dalkeith Museum

Midlothian Tourism ForumDalkeith Museum, in the historic Grade A listed Corn Exchange, explores living and working over the centuries, in
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Eden Rock

Eden Rock Edinburgh is Scotland’s largest indoor bouldering centre. We offer world class climbing for all ages and abilities in
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