Local residents are being invited to view a new 3km traffic-free walking and cycling route in Edinburgh and Midlothian.

The scheme is being delivered by contractors RJ McLeod in partnership with City of Edinburgh Council, Midlothian Council and Sustrans Scotland.

The route, which runs along a disused railway path, extends the existing path from Roslin to Lasswade (Route 196) onto Shawfair, linking communities living in Lasswade, Danderhall and Shawfair in Midlothian.


Residents are now being invited to preview the scheme as works pause over the Chrsitmas period. The path will be open to the public from Saturday, 23 December to Sunday, 07 January.

Sustrans Scotland Principal Engineer and Project Manager Paul Cronin said: "This project aims to deliver a valuable extension to the existing walking and cycling network within Edinburgh and Midlothian.

"With new housing developments set to start in the area over the next few years, we anticipate this path will become a key route for local residents who wish to walk and cycle.

"We hope the local community will enjoy the path over the Festive period, and be encouraged to use it in the New Year for journeys by foot or bike."

Finishing works will recommence from 08 January, with the path expected to be complete by the end of January 2018.

(LM/MH)