Midlothian · Scotland
Vehicle recovery in Old Pentland
Old Pentland is a rural settlement in central Midlothian, Scotland, roughly 5 miles north of Edinburgh, in the EH postcode area. We recover cars and vans here day and night, from roadside breakdowns to accident damage and planned moves, always at an upfront price.
- No call-out fee
- Fixed price before we set off
- Fully insured recovery
- Card & bank transfer accepted
24/7 recovery in and around Old Pentland
Old Pentland sits in central Midlothian; the nearest sizeable centres are Edinburgh (~5 mi north), East Kilbride (~39 mi west), Dundee (~41 mi north); the M8 (~7 mi), M9 (~10 mi), M90 (~18 mi) corridors give our trucks fast access.
Because of close motorway access and dense surrounding coverage, a realistic arrival window for Old Pentland is ~30–50 min once a truck is dispatched, with crews frequently already working nearby.
We cover Old Pentland and the roads out toward Hillend (~1 mi north-west), New Pentland (~1 mi south-east), Straiton (~1 mi east), Lothianburn (~1 mi north-west), Bilston (~1 mi south), so help is rarely far from wherever you have stopped — roadside, car park, driveway or private land.
Tell us your EH postcode or a nearby landmark in Old Pentland and we will route the closest available truck to you, 24 hours a day. Call 07400 400 954 for an upfront price.
What we handle in Old Pentland
Motorway & A-road recovery near Old Pentland
With the M8 and M9 and M90 close by, we handle hard-shoulder breakdowns, lane closures and junction recoveries around Old Pentland, working to get you and the vehicle off the live carriageway quickly and safely.
Town & residential recovery
Across built-up parts of Old Pentland we recover from multi-storey and underground car parks, tight residential streets and low-clearance access, using the right equipment for confined or awkward locations.
Breakdowns, accidents & non-runners
Flat batteries, misfuels, clutch and gearbox failures, accident damage, seized or non-starting vehicles — cars, vans and light commercials, running or not, recovered to your chosen destination.
- Area type
- Hamlet
- County
- Midlothian
- Postcode area
- EH · Edinburgh
- Region
- Scotland
- Within county
- Central
- Nearest city
- Edinburgh · 5 mi north
- Motorways
- M8 ~7mi, M9 ~10mi, M90 ~18mi
- Typical arrival
- ~30–50 min
- Grid reference
- 55.884, -3.183
Recovery in Old Pentland runs day and night, with crews also working the Edinburgh, East Kilbride, Dundee routes.
Recovery in Old Pentland
Tap to call · 24/707400 400 954Get a free quote- No call-out fee
- Fixed price before we set off
- Fully insured recovery
- Card & bank transfer accepted
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week across Scotland.
Recovery services in Old Pentland
Common questions
Do you offer 24/7 vehicle recovery in Old Pentland?
Yes — we cover Old Pentland 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including nights, weekends and bank holidays. Call 07400 400 954 any time.
How quickly can you reach Old Pentland?
A realistic arrival window is ~30–50 min once a truck is dispatched, based on close motorway access and dense surrounding coverage. Traffic, weather and time of day can move that, and we will give you an honest ETA when you call.
Which areas around Old Pentland do you cover?
We recover throughout Old Pentland and nearby Hillend (~1 mi north-west), New Pentland (~1 mi south-east), Straiton (~1 mi east), Lothianburn (~1 mi north-west), plus the connecting roads and private addresses across Midlothian.
What vehicles can you recover in Old Pentland?
Cars, vans and light commercial vehicles — running or not — including breakdowns, accident-damaged vehicles, non-runners and planned transport.
Do you cover the M8 near Old Pentland?
Yes. The M8 and M9 and M90 are within about 18 miles of Old Pentland, and we handle motorway and A-road recovery in the area 24/7.
How much does vehicle recovery in Old Pentland cost?
It depends on the vehicle, distance and job type. We give a clear, upfront price before we set off — no call-out fee surprises. Call 07400 400 954 or request a free online quote.
Areas near Old Pentland
- Hillend1 mi north-west
- New Pentland1 mi south-east
- Straiton1 mi east
- Lothianburn1 mi north-west
- Bilston1 mi south
- Loanhead1 mi east
- Seafield1 mi south
- Burdiehouse1 mi north-east
Larger towns & cities nearby

Recovery in Old Pentland
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