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Leith Victoria Swim Centre

A well equipped swim

Junction Place
Edinburgh EH6 5JA
United Kingdom
+44 131 555 4728

Situated in Leith at the north end of the city, this swim centre boasts a 25 yard pool and a wealth of other amenities to keep you fit. Enjoy a steaming-hot bath or a sweltering sauna. There are activity and general purpose rooms, the Pulse Centre (fitness training with advice) and a creche (to be booked in advance). Ask for the latest programme details of classes for those with a disability and for the over-50s. There is fun and fitness for all ages - take your pick from the following classes: line dancing, tai-chi, resistance training and Mature Movers. Check the centre for the latest details and prices.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Leith Victoria Swim Centre photo by John Taylor

Photo: John Taylor

Royal Botanic Garden

Expansive botanic garden 20A Inverleith Row
Edinburgh EH3 5LR
United Kingdom
+44 131 552 7171
http://www.rbge.org.uk/ Royal Botanic Garden includes cycads (plants from the dinosaur era) and Britain's tallest palm trees. In the rock garden, there are marsh orchids, campanulas and lilies. The Pringle Chinese Collection, an unrivalled assembly of wild-origin Chinese plants, grow in a wild water ravine. Other delights include the Azalea Lawn, the Alpine Collection, and the silver-shimmery winter garden. Founded in the 17th century, the Royal Botanic Garden started life the size of a tennis court, it now extends to 31 hectares.

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