The Industrial River - The Water of Leith

The Water of Leith was once Edinburgh’s industrial hub. Rising from Colzium Springs into Harperigg Reservoir, the river flows for 24 miles before joining the Firth of Forth at Leith.
Powering mills at over 70 sites, these once produced goods including paper, flour, woollen and linen cloths, spices and snuff.
The last mill on the river closed in just 2003. Falling demand, environmental impact and technological change led to their demise. Little remains now other than subtle hints of the river’s industrial and historic past.
Walk its length to discover your own Water of Leith.
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In my brief 2 day stay in Edinburgh, I blundered onto the Water of Leith. That stroll was the highlight of my visit.

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That was a brilliant clip of a lovely walk I did many years ago , well done , enjoyed x