Outdoor pursuits in the area are plentiful, with the Pentland Hills Regional Park less than a 5-minute drive from home. This beautiful regional park comprises 10,000 hectares of countryside and over 100km of pathways. Boasting a rich mosaic of farmland, heather moorland, reservoirs, woodland and hills, this varied landscape is ripe for exploration.
The Glencorse golf club, recently voted one of Scotland’s hidden gems, is a friendly, picturesque inland course situated just 5 minutes away by car. This formidable course is home to an abundance of trees as well as the Glencorse Burn, making it challenging for the most experienced golfer while offering great practice for the modest competitor.
Further sporting activities are on offer at Penicuik Leisure Centre, just one mile from Ladywood View. The centre includes a swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, and a scheduled programme of fitness classes, as well as a spa, sauna, steam room and a children’s soft play area.
Nearby Edinburgh hosts an annual calendar of events, with the Edinburgh Art Festival, International Film Festival and the renowned comedy Fringe Festival amongst them.