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EASY ACCESS INTO EDINBURGH and senior options. Plus, Queen Margaret
Whether you’re commuting daily or want University is based beside the train station,
to be able to enjoy the city’s attractions at offering courses on everything from nursing
a moment’s notice, Musselburgh is ideally to drama and public relations.
located just six miles from Edinburgh. You
can be in the heart of the action in just DELICIOUS FOOD AND DRINK
20 minutes if you’re driving, or enjoy fast, The clue’s in the name – you’ll enjoy
convenient public transport. Several bus delicious seafood in Musselburgh. East
routes will deliver you to Princes Street in less Coast is a renowned seafood restaurant
than an hour, while trains reach Waverley in specialising in local catches – or you can
six minutes - perfect if you’re in a hurry. nip into their chippy next door to pick up
an alfresco supper. You can even whip up a
EXCELLENT SCHOOLING seafood feast yourself, with fresh supplies
Education is a major factor for many families, from Clark Brothers Fishmongers. Other
and Musselburgh has plenty of options for notable eateries include Buenos Aires Café
pupils of all ages. There’s the choice of four & Grill, the elegant Carberry Tower (just
primary schools, feeding into the widely a short drive away) and for a sweet treat,
regarded Musselburgh Grammar School. One try the famous Luca’s Ice Cream flagship
of Britain’s leading boarding schools, Loretto, parlour on High Street.
is also situated here, with pre-school, junior

HORSES AND COURSES
Musselburgh is home to some of Scotland’s
most iconic courses – although they’re very
different in kind! The Old Golf Course is the
world’s oldest golf course (Mary Queen of
Scots is even rumoured to have indulged
in a round there), while there’s another
championship course at The Musselburgh
Golf Club. If you’re more of an observer,
you’ll love the glamour and excitement of
Musselburgh Racecourse, with its variety of
fixtures throughout the year, including Ladies
Day and the Gold Cup.

A PROSPERING LOCAL HIGH STREET
Musselburgh boasts a thriving local
high street, with a mix of independent
businesses, such as The Fine Wine Shop
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
and Blueberry Gifts, and core favourites like
Musselburgh’s coastal location provides plenty of picturesque things to see and do. Costa Coffee and Boots. For ultimate ease,
From the wide sandy beaches at Fisherrow Sands and the tranquillity of Musselburgh supermarkets include Tesco Extra, Aldi and
Lagoons, to the River Esk and the stunning views from the harbour, with Arthur’s Lidl, and just a short drive away, you’ll find
Seat looming large on the horizon, there’s much to be enjoyed. For culture vultures, Fort Kinnaird: a retail park that’s home to
there’s several National Trust for Scotland properties nearby, including Newhailes and more than 70 shops, including H&M, Marks
Inveresk Lodge Gardens.
& Spencer and Next.

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