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Wild Swimming at Gladhouse Reservoir

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Nestled against the backdrop of the Moorfoot Hills, Gladhouse Reservoir offers a serene escape with breathtaking panoramic views. This expansive body of water is a hidden gem for wild swimmers, inviting visitors to enjoy its tranquil, crystal-clear depths in a truly wild setting.

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Car Park - North Shore (informal)

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Northeast Shore Informal Parking

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Gladhouse Reservoir Circular

Easy circular walk around Gladhouse Reservoir using quiet country roads and tracks. Enjoy wide-open views of the water and surrounding Moorfoot Hills. The reservoir is the largest body of freshwater in the Lothians, designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Note: as of September 2025, part of this route may be temporarily affected by improvement works — check local conditions before visiting.

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Rosewell

A small Midlothian former mining village south of Edinburgh

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