Events

Prestonpans – Butterflies and more

  • 19th July 2026 at 11:00am
    Register by 18th July 2026
  • 12/20 places remaining
  • Ewan Davidson
    Event leader(s)

About the event

As well as the potential for butterfly sightings, we’ll have the short grassland communities that grow on the different aspects of the bing, some planted woodland (pine, birch, alder) and the option of a short walk up the Waggonway towards Tranent which also has transport links.

Be prepared for a day out in summer with appropriate footwear and clothing. Bring lunch and drinks.

Meet in car park, Meadowmill Sports Centre, EH33 1LY. Footpath from Prestonpans Railway Station (south side of railway line signposted to Bankton), or bus stop Bankton Terrace (x4, 124 from central Edinburgh) via footbridge to sports centre.

This event is in the period of Big Butterfly Count for Butterfly Conservation

Location

Princes Street is closed for an unknown period of time. If you are travelling by public transport check Lothian Buses website. Diverted buses don't stop at stops in the diverted section of the route. Prestonpans can be reached by train from Waverley and about 20 minute walk to the meeting place.

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