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About Fairmilehead

Fairmilehead occupies elevated ground on Edinburgh's southern fringe where the city meets the Pentland Hills. Reach it via the A702 Biggar Road from the city centre or Junction 3 of the A720 bypass at Lothianburn. The area sits roughly 6km from Princes Street, with the massive IKEA store serving as an unmistakable landmark visible from the surrounding hills and approach roads.

Where is Fairmilehead on the map?

Fairmilehead is in Scotland, at 55.905, -3.200 - about 8 km south of Abbeyhill.

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What is the closest airport to Fairmilehead?

The closest airport to Fairmilehead is Edinburgh Airport, 23 km (about 22 min by car).

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