Cockenzie

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Cockenzie

TitleCockenzie

CountyLothian

CoordinatesLat : 55.95 Lon : -2.95

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Description Incorrect Description? Tell Us!Cockenzie and Port Seton is a unified town in East Lothian, Scotland, situated on the coast of the Firth of Forth, four miles north east of Musselburgh. The burgh of Cockenzie was created in 1591 by James VI of Scotland. Port Seton harbour was built by George Seton, 11th Lord Seton between 1655 and 1665. It has been suggested by some that Cockenzie's name may derive from the Celtic - perhaps from "Culchoinnich" - meaning the nook/cove of Kenneth. The local pronunciation of the name is "Koh-kinn-ie"

The town has a population of 4,493 (2001). To the west of the town, between Cockenzie and Prestonpans is the site of Cockenzie Power Station, a large coal-fired power station.

Cockenzie and Port Seton has grown from what was initially two small fishing villages. The older parts of the town, between the two harbours, retain a more traditional feel and look, similar to many other small fishing villages on the east coast of Scotland. Although the fishing industry has declined in recent years the harbour at Port Seton still retains a small fleet of vessels, mainly fishing for prawns. In the past Cockenzie was also involved in the salt making and coal mining industries. The nearby coal-fired power station has also been a major employer since the 1960s and has enabled the town to survive and prosper. Cockenzie and Port Seton has continued to grow over the years and is now a dormitory town for Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh.

The town is a popular site for tourists and day-trippers. To the east of Port Seton there is a large caravan campsite at Seton Sands. Improvements to the promenade area and the creation of a coastal walk which forms part of The John Muir Way have improved the environment in recent years.

The town is also home to the popular and active Cockenzie & Port Seton Amateur Radio Club (CPSARC) which draws members from the local area and across the country.

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Local Campsites

Drum Mohr Caravan Park is 2.23 Miles away
Fordel Park is 5.1 Miles away
Yellowcraig is 9.99 Miles away

Local Tourist Attractions

Newbattle Swimming Pool is 7.35 Miles away
Dynamic Earth Enterprises Ltd is 8.78 Miles away
Vue Cinemas Edinburgh (ocean terminal) is 9.07 Miles away
National Library Of Scotland is 9.4 Miles away
Whitehill House Golf Course is 9.9 Miles away
Vue Cinemas Edinburgh is 9.22 Miles away
National Museums Of Scotland is 9.27 Miles away
3D LOCH NESS EXPERIENCE is 9.34 Miles away
Royal Observatory is 9.44 Miles away
Royal Botanic Garden is 10.15 Miles away

Local Golf Courses

Duddingston Golf Club is 7.21 Miles away
Melville Golf Centre is 7.23 Miles away
Craigentinny Golf Club is 7.27 Miles away
Dirleton Castle Golf Club is 7.61 Miles away
Broomieknowe Golf Club is 7.65 Miles away
Gifford Golf Club is 8.71 Miles away
Craigmillar Park Golf Club is 9.19 Miles away
Castle Park Golf Club is 10.1 Miles away
Braids United Golf Club is 10.18 Miles away
Glen Golf Club is 12.02 Miles away

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