
The Braid Hills form an area towards the south-western edge of
Edinburgh
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The hills themselves are largely open space. Housing in the area is mostly confined to detached villas, and some large terraced houses. The ''Braid Hills Hotel'' sits above Pentland Terrace and Comiston Road, overlooking the park across the road.
The area is well known for its golf course and its views of the city, and is a popular destination for families taking children sledging in the winter. There is also a riding stables and school, eastwards towards
Liberton, which arranges pony trekking.
Nearby areas are
Morningside to the north,
Comiston to the west, and Liberton to the east.
The core of the name is shared with the
Braid Burn and the nearby
Hermitage of Braid woodland park.
External links
Braidburn Valley Park* http://www.edinburghleisure.co.uk/venues/braid-hills-golf-course
Braids United Golf ClubEdinburgh Thistle Golf ClubHarrison Golf Club
Parks and commons in Edinburgh
Areas of Edinburgh
Hills of Edinburgh
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