It lies about 17 miles (27 kilometres) east of Edinburgh. The name Haddington is Anglo-Saxon, dating from the sixth or seventh century AD when the area was incorporated into the kingdom of Bernicia.

What country is Haddington in?

Haddington, royal burgh (town), East Lothian council area and historic county, southeastern Scotland, on the left bank of the River Tyne.

Is Haddington a good place to live?

Haddington is a really nice town. The coast in one direction, the Lammermuirs in the other. Some lovely historic buildings. Expanding rapidly, though, and no rail link.