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The Water of Leith: A journey along Edinburgh’s industrial river

05 June 2017

The Water of Leith, the river which flows through Edinburgh and into the Firth of Forth, was once at the heart of manufacturing in the city. Around 70 mills sat on its banks, producing a range of goods from paper and flour to spices and snuff.

The last mill closed in 2003, leaving behind only a few subtle hints of the river’s industrial and historic past.

The Industrial River - The Water of Leith

Walk its length to discover your own Water of Leith.

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