Blackhall, Edinburgh facts for kids
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| OS grid reference | NT215745 |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | EDINBURGH |
| Postcode district | EH4 |
| Dialling code | 0131 |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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Blackhall is a friendly neighborhood in the north west of Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland. It is mostly a residential area, meaning it has many homes. The area also has useful places like a library and a few shops.
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What is Blackhall Like?
Most of the houses in Blackhall were built a long time ago, between World War I and World War II. More recently, new homes have been built on the north-east side of Corstorphine Hill.
Blackhall has many groups for people to join. There's a bowling club for sports fans. There's also a gardening club for those who love plants. A local group called the Craigleith/Blackhall Community Council helps to make decisions for the area.
Where Did the Name Blackhall Come From?
The name "Blackhall" has an interesting history. According to a book by Stuart Harris called The Place Names Of Edinburgh, the "Black-" part might come from old words meaning "black." The "-hall" part might come from words meaning "land next to a river" or "land in a river's bend."
Schools in Blackhall
Blackhall has its own local school, Blackhall Primary School. It has recently been made bigger and some parts were rebuilt. The Royal High School, which many students from Blackhall attend, has also been updated.
Nearby Areas
Blackhall is an important area because a main road goes through it. It is close to other neighborhoods like Drylaw, Davidson's Mains, and Craigcrook.
Famous People from Blackhall
Some well-known people have lived in Blackhall:
- John Horne lived at 12 Keith Crescent.
- Francis Jeffrey, Lord Jeffrey (1773–1850) was a judge and an editor of a famous magazine called the Edinburgh Review. There is even a street in Blackhall named after him.
