Living in Pilrig

Pilrig lies approximately two miles north east of the City Centre. Local shops on Newhaven Road/Bonnington Road sell most everyday requirements, while supermarkets are available at Canonmills (Tesco) in one direction and Leith (Scotmid) in the other, together with more extensive facilities.

Regular bus services run to the City Centre and to most parts of town and there is easy access to Ferry Road to the East Coast, the Forth Road Bridge, the City Bypass and motorway links beyond. Recreational facilities in the vicinity include a swimming pool with Pulse Centre, Pilrig Park, walks along the Water of Leith and Lethem and Victoria Parks.