Rosebery Reservoir
This walk visits Rosebery Reservoir in the Lammermuir Hills in Gorebridge, Midlothian.
There's a country lane at the northern end of the lake which you can follow towards nearby Yorkston. It's a very pretty and quiet area with lovely views over the lake to the surrounding countryside. The reservoir is also a popular fishing spot with Rainbow and Brown Trout. At the north eastern side of the lake there's the River South Esk running north towards Temple village. There's some waterfalls and fine old buildings including the Mill house and Parish Church here.
It's easy to extend the walk by heading north to Edgelaw Reservoir or south to the larger Gladhouse Reservoir.
Postcode
EH23 4SR - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsRosebery Reservoir Ordnance Survey Map 
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Rosebery Reservoir Open Street Map 
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Rosebery Reservoir Open Street Map 
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Further Information and Other Local Ideas
To the north is Roslin Glen Country Park. The pretty park includes wooded glens, the ruined Roslin Castle and views of the rushing River North Esk. On the nothern side of the park you can also visit the noteworthy Rosslyn Chapel. There's some stunning architecture at the 15th century site which includes some pleasant trails through a wooded glen to the ruins of Roslin Castle. The chapel became famous when it was featured in Dan Brown's the Da Vinci Code.
To the north east is the village of Gorebridge where you can pick up the Gorebridge Circular Walk and explore the area around the historic village. Highlights include the Gore Glen Woodland Park with walks along Gore Water and views of the Pentland Hills.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Rosebery Reservoir. View south. The South Esk restarts its journey towards Musselburgh at the outlet weir on the dam.
Spillway
Over the fields to Rosebery Reservoir
Yorkston from the south
The view of Yorkston as seen from the neighbouring hill on the minor road from Gladhouse Reservoir.
Rosebery Water Treatment Works