Dalkeith is a popular commuter town south of Edinburgh, offering fast and easy access into the city via car, bus or train(at Eskbank station). The High Street offers a huge variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. There are Morrisons and Tesco stores with more extensive shopping at nearby Fort Kinnaird. There are a number of historic buildings in Dalkeith the most notable is Dalkeith Palace, which is set with-in the vast estate of Dalkeith Country Park - the former seat of the Duke of Buccleuch. The country park offers great walks, cafe, bistro and fantastic adventure playground for the kids. The town has a leisure centre with swimming pool and a number of great golf courses, including a short drive to the fabulous beaches on the East Lothian coastline and the renowned Muirfield.
Excellent transport links are easily accessible, with Edinburgh City By-pass and the A1 a short drive away, regular bus routes and a train station in nearby Eskbank.