Monthly Highlights In Edinburgh's GreenSpaces

Look out for the seasonal highlights when you wander through Edinburgh's Greenspaces or
Click here to view monthly events led by the Countryside Ranger Service.


January
See fantastic views of Edinburgh from Easter Craiglockhart Hill.

February
Snowdrops at the Hermitage of Braid.

But don't forget your binoculars as you might be surprised by the amazing birdlife you might encounter;
herons, kestrels, kingfishers, song thrush and even tawny owls can be regularly seen.

March
Early spring flowers at Craigmillar Castle Park.

Look out for species such as lesser celandine.

April
Wildflowers at Colinton and Craiglockhard Dells on the Water of Leith.

May
Tip toe by the Bluebells at Ravelston Woods.

Although relatively widespread throughout Britain, the bluebell is globally threatened. The UK
population accounts for 25-29% of the world population, making us internationally responsible
for its continued survival. There are only a handful of places in Edinburgh where you can see
native bluebells - Ravelston Woods is the best.

June
Explore the amazing miniature sealife contained within the rock pools of Joppa Rocks.

Look out for hermit crabs, anemone and limpets.

July
Wander through the Pinetum of Cammo Estate.

Species of trees you may see include Monkey Puzzle, redwood and Japanese Umbrella Pine.

August
See the bats at dusk fluttering over Blackford pond.

Look out for daubentons and pipistrelle - both endangered species. During the day, you
will get close encounters with swans, coots, mallards and geese.

September
Be on the look out for the abundance of wild food on the Water of Leith, such as brambles,
raspberries and mint.

October
Autumn colours of Corstorphine Hill.

Look out for Beech, Birch, Corstorphine Sycamore and Horse Chesnut.

November
See buzzards and kestrels soaring overhead at Craigmillar Castle Park.

December
Watch wintering birds on the Foreshore at Cramond.

Species include Knot, Eider, Ringer Plover, Turnstone, Redshank, Dunlin, Stint
and Great Crested Glebe.

For a complete list of the city's green and open spaces, including parks, gardens and playgrounds, Click here.