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Activities Scotland
Activities, things to do for the fit and active to the less agile and adventurous, for children and family groups.
There are many activities that suit some people, but not all, and others that everyone can take part in.
Activities
Things to do
What to Do On the Water
There are over 20 beaches with golden sand and there are many activities on the water
The water sports are varied in the sea from surfing, snorkelling, cliff jumping, Kayaking, open water swimming, boat charter, boat trips and speed boat trips, sea fishing, or on a man made lake where there are Ringo's, Wake Boarding, Assault courses over water and open swimming, all equipment is supplied with trained instructors and safety officers. the beaches have no life guards but there are many shallow safe beaches for children. There is also a walled sea play pool.
East Lothian with over 33 miles (53 klms) of coastline there are many places that offer water Activities. All the activities are available for the individual or in a group. There on activities on the water in the water or over the water. As there are many good golden sand beaches in East Lothian it a great place for families and there are safe beaches for the very young and plenty for the teenagers.
Golf - Walking - Hiking
Rambling - Hill climbing - Sightseeing
Days Out
For the Out doors land lovers there are many great walks and hills to climb. Historic houses to visit gardens to admire and coastal walks that will take your breath away. Super Car Driving Experience, Golf and Horse Racing.
With famous bird sanctuaries for the twitcher (birdwatcher) there is something for everyone.
Indoor Activities
Ice Sports Festivals Paintball
Virtual Golf Escape Games
Yoga Hot Yoga
Dancing all types
Chocolate Making Fudge Making
Thai Cooking School
Cocktail Masterclass
​Wine School Whisky Tasting
Comedy Clubs
Champagne Tasting
Museums Arts and Crafts
Tenpin Bowling Photo Shoot
Distillery & Brewery Tours
Afternoon Tea Bush craft
Spa Day Indoor Golf
Rifle Shooting Range
Indoor Climbing, Flight Simulator
Outdoor Activities
Edinburgh & Scotland Helicopter Tours
Golf Disc Golf Putting Footgolf
Equestrian Centres
Highland Games Clay Shooting
5 - A - Side Football
Pan For Gold
Artificial Snow Skiing + Boarding
Outdoor Basketball
Motor Sports Water Sports
Water Sports Activities
Wakeboarding on Water
This is for all ages all equipment provided in a controlled loch with safety crew always close by its a great place to learn how to wakeboard or for the experienced boarders fly the jumps and thrill yourself at speed. Pulled over the water with a zip wire you'll get the thrills like being behind a speed boat on the sea.
Surfing
Learn to surf all equipment provided wetsuits and boards Learn to surf on the surfskate before you go on the water. Also for the experienced surfers we have hard boards available.
Age Limit: Must be over 7 years old and able to swim.
What you require: Swim wear a towel and sun protection (yes we get sun in Scotland).
If you require medication or have a health problem or disability, please ensure that you notify instructors in advance.
Sea Cliff Jumping
Seen it in the movies man stands on a cliff 100s of feet from the sea and swan dives off off the cliff with a perfect entry to the water. NO that's not what this is. You will be taken to an area on the coast fully equipped with all the safety equipment you require to Jump of a cliff into the sea. Safety team always present.
Kayaking
Like to go out on the River Forth in a Kayak? Hire it with with a buoyancy aid, helmet, paddles, 6 litre dry bag and a shorty wetsuits are also available to hire. Equipment delivered to you at the beach.
​North Berwick Kayak Hire
Snorkelling
Go out and look at the sea life around the coast or islands all that is required is a wet suit mask and Snorkel.
Go on an organised coastal open water snorkel, explore the sea rock pools and al the underwater wildlife. Swim around the coast and explore caves and snorkel in clearwater.
Fishing
There are great place to fish all over East Lothian either on the sea or Fisheries. For trout fishing Markle Fisheries is the place to go. On this site for over twelve years with anglers coming from all over the world. East Lothian Angling Association run the Tyne, 30 miles in length and has a good stock of wild trout, and is now managed exclusively as a wild trout fishery. Permits required.
Fishing Boat Charters
Come along as a group or individual. With the knowledge of the skippers years at sea he will help you catch that memorable fish. The trip will last up to 6 hours or other times on request. Bait available own fishing gear.
There are roads and reals available for hire but best to bring your own.
Assault Course over Water
You seen the rope courses in the trees and the courses on the TV shows on the water. Now is you chance to try it out. The rope assault course is positioned at a safe height over still water so if or when you fall off there is no damage you'll just get wet. All equipment is provided and safety teams are always close by. Come with your friends or i a group and have a competition to see who is the quickest over the course.
Ringo Ride
Seen it or done it on Holiday abroad, now do it in a safe place at high speed just like on the sea in Spain, Turkey etc. The inflatable ring pulled over the water with the same excitement of being in the sea.
Open Water Swimming
This open water swim course is in a controlled environment with safety swimmers and rescue team always close by. If you just want to test yourself, come with a friend or in a group.
Swimming Pools
More than a swimming pool, this pool has something for all the family, a wave machine, water jets and for the ore daring a flume. For the younger children there are water characters to play on or just swim.
Edinburgh
Swim Centre
Indoor
Drumsheugh Swimming Pool
Belford Road
Edinburgh
EH4 3BL
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 225 2200
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Swim Centre
Indoor
Dalry Swimming Pool
Caledonian Crescent
Edinburgh
EH11 2AL
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 313 3964
Swim Centre
Indoor
Commonwealth Swimming Pool
Dalkeith Road
Edinburgh
EH16 5BB
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 667 7211
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Swim Centre
Indoor
Drumbrae Swimming Pool
Drumbrae Terrace
Edinburgh
EH4 7SE
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 312 7957
Edinburgh
Swim Centre
Indoor
Ainslie Park Leisure Centre
92
Pilton Drive
Edinburgh
EH5 2HF
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 551 2200
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Swim Centre
Indoor
Portobello Swimming Pool
57
The Promenade
Edinburgh
EH15 2BS
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 669 6888
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Swim Centre
Indoor
Warrender swimming pool
55
Thirlestane Road
Edinburgh
EH9 1AP
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 447 0052
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Edinburgh
Swim Centre
Indoor
Glenogle Swimming Pool
Glenogle Road
Edinburgh
EH3 5JB
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 343 6376
Swim Centre
Indoor
Gracemount Swimming Pool
Gracemount Drive
Edinburgh
EH16 6RN
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 658 1940
Swim Centre
Indoor
Leith Victoria Swimming Pool
Junction Place
Edinburgh
EH6 5JA
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 555 7428
Swim Centre
Indoor
Westerhailes Leisure Centre
Murrayburn Drive
Edinburgh
EH14 2SU
City of Edinburgh
Scotland
0131 442 2201
Scottish Borders
Swimming Pool
Indoor
Selkirk Leisure Centre
Buccleuch Road
Selkirk
TD7 5DN
Scottish Borders
Scotland
01750 20897
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Swimming Pool
Indoor
Kelso Swimming Pool
Inch Road
Kelso
TD5 7JP
Scottish Borders
Scotland
01573 224944
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Swimming Pool
Indoor
Galashiels Swimming Pool
Livingstone Place
Galashiels
TD1 1DQ
Scottish Borders
Scotland
01896 752154
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Swimming Pool
Indoor
Teviotdale Leisure Centre
Mansfield Road
Hawick
TD9 8AG
Scottish Borders
Scotland
01450 374440
Scottish Borders
Swimming Pool
Indoor
Eyemouth Leisure Centre
North Street
Eyemouth
TD14 5ES
Scottish Borders
Scotland
01890 750557
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Swimming Pool
Indoor
Laidlaw Memorial Pool
Oxnam Road
Jedburgh
TD8 6QH
Scottish Borders
Scotland
01835 863430
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Swimming Pool
Indoor
Peebles Swimming Pool
Port Brae
Peebles
EH45 8AW
Scottish Borders
Scotland
01721 720779
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Swimming Pool
Indoor
Gytes Leisure Centre
Walkershaugh
Peebles
EH45 8GL
Scottish Borders
Scotland
01721 723688
East Lothian
Dunbar Leisure Pool
Dunbar
East Lothian
01620 820655
prior to your visit to confirm flume and waves are available.
For Swimming sessions there four swimming pools available