With it`s ease of access to Edinburgh and Musselburgh the town is popular with both Commuters and Residents alike.

The town derives it`s name from the Salt Pans founded by monks in the 12th. Century.

Coal mining was once an important industry in the area as can be seen at the Scottish Mining Museum at Prestongrange.

"Johnny Cope" and his army were routed at The Battle of Prestonpans in 1745 leaving virtually all of Scotland in the hands of "Bonnie Prince Charlie".

The sandstone Mercat Cross in the town, built around 1617, is often described as the "finest in Scotland".

Old Hamilton House, built in 1628, is now owned by the National Trust for Scotland and is worth a visit.

Public Transport to and from Edinburgh and Musselburgh by Road and Rail are available on a regular basis.

This busy town is well equipped with Local Shops, Pubs, Local Businesses, Coffee Shops and Garage/Filling Stations.

What to see and do in Prestonpans.
The land to the North of the town has been reclaimed from the sea and offers the opportunity for various activities With it’s Marina accessing the Firth of Forth, popular for small yachts, and it’s land- locked pond for canoes or small boats it caters well for the nautical minded.

It is also pleasant to just wander along the coastline or over the grassland or sit and relax enjoying the views over to Fife.
Prestongrange Mining Museum to the West of the town reflects the towns industrial past, incorporating an 1874 Beam Engine and other interesting mining artifacts including a small portion of the original railway, complete with an engine and some rolling stock.

Preston Tower stands alongside the old Mercat Cross, which was erected around 1617, while on the opposite side of the road from nearby Old Hamilton House, built in 1628, stands Northfield House, built in 1611 and containing some fine ceilings painted in tempera.

The site of the Battle of Prestonpans lies just to the East of the town.