Bruntsfield Links Park
Historic common and public green in Edinburgh
An open common in south Edinburgh used for informal golf, dog walking and recreation; it sits close to cafés, shops and the Meadows.
Bruntsfield Links at a Glance#
Address: Bruntsfield Links, Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh EH10, United Kingdom
Website: https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/directory-record/116880/bruntsfield-links
Hours: Open 24 hours
Admission: Free
About Bruntsfield Links#
Bruntsfield Links is an open public green space in the Bruntsfield area of Edinburgh, Scotland, historically used as common land for recreation. The Links form a long, narrow park that sits close to the city centre and provides informal sports pitches, paths and recreation areas.
The site retains its open-grass character and is used locally for walking, informal sports and community events; it adjoins residential streets and commercial thoroughfares in the Bruntsfield and Marchmont neighbourhoods. The Links are historically associated with golf and other recreational activities dating back several centuries.
The area has been managed as urban common land and public open space while adapting to changing city uses; it remains a valued green corridor between neighborhoods and adjacent to the larger recreational space of The Meadows.
Bruntsfield Links lies immediately south of Edinburgh city centre on the south side of the city, between the Bruntsfield neighbourhood and The Meadows. It is within walking distance of central Edinburgh landmarks and public transport.
- Location advantage: Adjacent to The Meadows and the city centre, making it a convenient open space for local recreation and events.
- Historic use: Has a long association with the game of golf and is one of Edinburgh’s historic open greens used for public recreation.
How to Get to Bruntsfield Links#
From Edinburgh city centre: about a 15-20 minute walk southwest from Princes Street along Bruntsfield Place. Nearest train is Haymarket (0.8 miles/1.3 km) with local buses (Lothian Buses routes) running along Bruntsfield Place. Street parking is limited; cycling and walking are the easiest options.
Tips for Visiting Bruntsfield Links#
- Visit just after dawn to see the old golfing marks and local dog-walkers before the lunch crowd arrives.
- Walk the perimeter-don't cut across the Links: long-time residents can be pleased when visitors respect the informal historic turf.
- Stop at nearby Bruntsfield Place for coffee at one of the cafés on the north side; the benches along the Links are worn in predictable places.
Best Time to Visit Bruntsfield Links#
Best visited in spring or autumn for light and fewer crowds; summer brings more local activity but also the occasional festival.
Weather & Climate near Bruntsfield Links#
Bruntsfield Links's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (671 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 63 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 7° | -1° | 44 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.4h |
| March | Poor | 2° - 9° | 1° | 54 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 42 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 10° | 50 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.6 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 16.0h |
| June | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 55 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.1h |
| July | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 58 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 16.6h |
| August | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 58 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.2 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.8h |
| September | Good | 9° - 16° | 12° | 62 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.9 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 13° | 7° | 68 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 9° | 2° | 57 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.1h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 0° | 60 mm | overcast | 94% | 5.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
