Cala Homes (East) is set to begin work on the development of 620 new homes on a greenfield site within Edinburgh's city bypass that will provide a boost to the surrounding area's transport links and connectivity into the city.

The housing development is at Newton and Wellington Farms, located between Old Craighall and Millerhill.

Included in plans are a new bus park and ride that will cater for commuters traveling from Midlothian and East Lothian into Edinburgh, while a spine road is to be built through the heart of the development that will connect Millerhill to the city bypass and the A68 – further improving connectivity between Dalkeith and Danderhall allowing users to bypass the busy Sheriffhall Junction.

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As part of early works, Old Craighall Road – which runs through to the site – is to be upgraded by Cala with the introduction of a new road and footways, lighting, drainage, and pedestrian crossings, making the route safer for families and commuters.

Derek Lawson, Strategic Land Director with Cala Homes (East), said: "As well as providing a timely boost to housing supply, this development will have a significant long-term positive impact on the local transportation network in this part of Midlothian."

Construction on site will begin in early August, with the upgrading of Old Craighall Road requiring an initial 12-week closure from 6 September. The local bus route (Prentice 111) will be diverted to accommodate the maintenance work, the costs of which are being met by Cala.