Edinburgh
How has Edinburgh’s waste been treated in the past? How is it treated today? From sewage being tossed onto the streets, to the Gardyloo ship, to today’s modern treatment methods including how green energy is generated in the process, this is a tour like no other.
Seafield is Scotland’s largest wastewater treatment works, treating the wastewater from the population equivalent of 850,000 people and is open for organised tours on Doors Open Day. Seafield utilises biogas captured during the treatment process, generates green energy from this and at times can be completely self sufficient and even export electricity to the national grid.
Three tours will be offered for Doors Open Days 2024. Each tour will have 12 spaces. Any visitors that attend the site without a valid ticket will be turned away at the gate.The tours will take place at 09.30, 12.15 and 15.00 and will last for a maximum of 2 hours each. Visitors will be expected to book on tours in advance using the eventbrite booking form and bring their tickets with them
Booking Required
Facilities
Additional Access Information
The site visit involves movement around a functioning site with access to high points that are only accessible via steps. The walk is about 4km in length.
Gallery
Key Information
Booking Required
Where to find us
Address
- Seafield Wastewater Treatment Works