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Currie

Scotland, United Kingdom · Europe

About Currie

Currie works well as a base: 10 minutes from Ratho, 9km from St Giles' Cathedral.

Currie is a town located in Scotland, United Kingdom. With a population of 6,500, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Currie sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Currie to your route.

About Currie

Currie is a village and suburb on the outskirts of Edinburgh, Scotland, situated 7 miles (11 kilometres) south west of the city centre. Formerly within the County of Midlothian, it now falls within the jurisdiction of the City of Edinburgh Council. It is situated between Juniper Green to the northeast and Balerno to

Read more the southwest. It gives its name to a civil parish. In 2001, the population of Currie was 8,550 and it contained 3,454 houses.

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What are the best things to do in Currie?

Currie offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Currie located?

Currie is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 55.8964 latitude, -3.3085 longitude.

What is the population of Currie?

Currie has a population of approximately 6,500 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
6,500
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Scotland
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
55.8964, -3.3085

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Currie

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Edinburgh Zoo

Scotland's capital zoo home to the UK's only giant pandas and over 1,000 rare and endangered animals.

6 km · about 10 min drive

museum

National Museum of Scotland

A stunning Victorian and modern building housing diverse collections from Scottish history to world cultures and natural science.

9 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Edinburgh Castle

Dramatic fortress perched atop Castle Rock, dominating the Edinburgh skyline for over 900 years.

9 km · about 15 min drive

cathedral

St Giles' Cathedral

The High Kirk of Edinburgh with its distinctive crown spire, mother church of Presbyterianism on the Royal Mile.

9 km · about 20 min drive

historic highway

The Royal Mile

Edinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.

10 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Calton Hill

An accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.

10 km · about 20 min drive

cathedral

Rosslyn Chapel

A 15th-century chapel of astonishing carved stonework near Edinburgh, made famous by The Da Vinci Code.

10 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh

Ancient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.

11 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Currie

  • Right hereThe Royal MileEdinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.
  • Right hereCalton HillAn accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.
  • Right hereArthur's Seat, EdinburghAncient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.
  • Right hereQueensferry CrossingThe world's longest three-tower cable-stayed bridge, opened in 2017, carrying the M90 high over the Firth of Forth alongside its famous Victorian and 1960s neighbours: three centuries of bridges in one view.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

May to September

Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Currie.

Balerno

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 km awayPop. 6,000

Colinton

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 7,637

Ratho

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 1,730

Ratho Station

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 1,270

Kirknewton

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 1,950

Newbridge

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 1,013

Bilston

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 1,210

Kirkliston

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 4,740

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