Peffermill Playing Fields, University of Edinburgh

Peffermill Playing Fields is a landmark sporting venue for the University of Edinburgh, located just two and a half miles from the city centre, beneath the iconic backdrop of Arthur’s Seat. 

Peffermill is a key site for student sport and community access, boasting around 20 pitches and an impressive range of facilities including FIH-certified hockey surfaces, 3G and grass stadium pitches, netball courts and a cricket square.

As part of the University’s commitment to enhancing site operations and supporting its long-term sustainability goals, urbanspec was selected to deliver a secure and environmentally sensitive storage solution.

An HT-Series Storage Unit was designed to support the daily equipment needs of the site’s sports teams and grounds staff. The unit provides high-capacity, weatherproof storage in a compact footprint, with a robust steel structure and integrated access features.

To align with the University’s ‘Wild Campus’ strategy and the local ‘Wild Peffermill’ biodiversity initiative, the storage unit was specified with a ForestPanel SW TGV timber cladding system and a sedum green roof. This specification enhances the visual character of the site, supports pollinators and other wildlife and contributes to stormwater management. Secure access is provided via a combination of right-hand hinged and double doors, with slide bolt and padlock closure.

This installation at Peffermill forms part of a wider programme of infrastructure investment, supporting sport and sustainability at the University of Edinburgh. urbanspec is proud to contribute to this evolving landscape, where high-performance facilities and ecological responsibility go hand in hand.