Malleny Curling Pond

The Malleny Curling Pond sits quietly on the outskirts of Newbridge, a frozen moment from Edinburgh's sporting past that most visitors walk straight past. It's a small, rectangular pond - nothing fancy - but it's where locals actually played curling back in the day, and you can still see the banks they used and imagine the clack of stones on ice.

Unfortunately, the pond itself isn't particularly accessible or set up for visitors these days. There's no visitor centre, no interpretation boards, no café. You can view it from the roadside or nearby paths, but you won't be spending hours here. It's more of a "oh, that's interesting" five-minute stop than a destination in its own right.

History enthusiasts will appreciate it more than most - there's real appeal in seeing where Victorians and Edwardians spent winter afternoons. But honestly, if you're staying at Linwater Caravan Park nearby, it's a pleasant walk rather than something to plan a journey around. The surrounding area around Newbridge is fairly ordinary suburban Edinburgh, lacking the drama of the city centre or the green space you'd get heading further out to the Pentlands.

Best treated as a quick diversion on a local walk rather than a proper attraction. Bring a camera for the history buffs in your group, but don't expect facilities or much atmosphere.