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St Leonard's Crag Green & Innocent Railway Trail

A green recreational parkland situated directly below Salisbury Crags, marking the start of Scotland's first horse-drawn railway.

St Leonard's Crag Green & Innocent Railway Trail

About St Leonard's Crag Green & Innocent Railway Trail

Heritage background, architectural provenance & visitor guide

Under the Salisbury Crags

Positioned on the eastern boundary of the Southside, this green space connects residential Newington directly with the wilderness of Holyrood Park.

The Historic Innocent Railway

Here lies the entrance to the 1831 Innocent Railway tunnel, Scotland's first railway line, now transformed into a traffic-free walking and cycling route towards the Lothians.

Key Highlights & Facilities

Verified visitor amenities, accessibility, and distinctive features

Salisbury Crags Direct Footpath Links
1831 Historic Railway Tunnel Entrance
Traffic-Free Cycle Greenway
Wide Open Grassy Lawns
Children's Adventure Play Area
Quiet Southside Residential Setting

Visitor Perspectives

Verified authentic traveler observations

4.6 / 5.0
Urban Cyclist

“Riding through the historic stone tunnel out into the green valley beneath Salisbury Crags is one of the coolest cycling entries into the city center.”

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