The Red Woods are a mile away from the development, and Welfare Park is a 10-minute bike ride away. Both offer ideal locations for outdoor exercise and leisure.
The nearby River Esk is marked by a number of notable local landmarks to explore, including Dalkeith Palace, Rosslyn Castle, and Wallace's Cave. The region's saturation of important architecture, as well as a few fascinating museums, exemplifies its historical importance.
The area has a choice of local football clubs to follow, Newtongrange Star FC being the closest - just three minutes away in the car. The region also offers a fine selection of golf courses, hosting five courses within a six-minute drive, including Kings Acre which boasts 18 well-maintained holes.
Musselburgh Beach is an 18-minute drive north, while the adjacent capital city of Edinburgh offers world-famous leisure, history, and architecture. The city is especially famed for its tourist culture and entertainment venues.