Edinburgh is famed for its rich history; tourists flock every year to see the castle and hear the piper play Scotland the Brave down the Royal Mile, but there are so many beautiful spots outside of the city that are well worth making the trip to see. Here are our top 10 breathtaking villages within driving distance from Edinburgh that you may not have heard of.
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9. Garvald
Found in East Lothian, Garvald is a quaint little village to the south-east of Haddington lying on the Papana Water. The village sits on red sandstone and is known well across the country for its mining history. It will take you roughly 40 minutes by car to travel to Garvald from the city of Edinburgh. Photo: JPIMedia
10. Stenton
Meaning 'stone town', Stenton is a gorgeous farming village in East Lothian found to the south-west of Dunbar. The village dates back to the 1500s and has a rich farming scene dedicated mainly to cattle and sheep. By car, it takes roughly 45 minutes to reach Stenton from the city of Edinburgh. Photo: JPIMedia