Autumn Family Day

Name: Autumn Family Day
Start: 2026-10-25T11:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-25T16:00:00+00:00
Location: Hopetoun House

October 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Autumn Family Day at Hopetoun Sunday 25 October 2026 | 11am–4pm

Discover the beauty of autumn at Hopetoun

Enjoy an autumn day out in the beautiful Hopetoun Grounds and experience the rich colours and character of the season.

Wrap up warm and explore the Grounds at your leisure, with woodland paths, crisp leaves underfoot and the changing autumn landscape all around. Families can follow an autumn-themed trail, discover more about the natural world at Hopetoun and enjoy a selection of seasonal crafts throughout the day.

Autumn Trail & Seasonal Crafts

Visit the Education Room to collect your autumn trail and take part in a range of seasonal craft activities.

Then set out to explore the Grounds, discovering the sights, sounds and colours of autumn along the way. Whether you are enjoying a leisurely family walk, getting creative with the children or simply making the most of a crisp autumn day in the countryside, there is plenty to enjoy at Hopetoun.

Optional Guided Walks

For those wishing to discover more about Hopetoun’s natural heritage, two guided walks will also take place throughout the day.

Fungi Walk | 10am–12pm
Join our guided walk through the Grounds and discover the fascinating world of fungi, from familiar woodland varieties to some of the more unusual species found through out the Grounds.

Book here

Tree Walk | 2pm–4pm
Explore the trees of Hopetoun and learn more about the different species that form an important part of this historical designed landscape.

Book here

Please note: Separate tickets are required for the guided walks, which are additional bookable activities. Dogs are not permitted on the guided walks.

Food & Refreshments

The Stables Kitchen will be open throughout the day, offering a selection of seasonal refreshments, including warming soups, scones, cakes, tea and coffee — perfect for a cosy autumn break during your visit.

Dogs Welcome

Dogs are welcome in the Hopetoun Grounds and at The Stables Kitchen, so your four-legged companions can enjoy the day with you.

Please keep dogs on leads while exploring the Grounds and be mindful of other visitors and estate wildlife.

Tickets

Adult: £7 | Child: £4 | Family: £19 | Young Scot Card Holder: £1

Tickets can be purchased here

Pre-booking is advised

Please note: Admission is for the Grounds only. Hopetoun House will not be open to visitors as part of this event.

Details

Date: October 25
Time:
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Event Categories: Children, Family, Nature and Guided Walks

Venue

Hopetoun House

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Hopetoun is clearly sign posted from Glasgow and Edinburgh, we recommend you travel towards South Queensferry and follow the brown tourist signs.

Alternatively, for Sat Nav please use post code EH30 9RW which will direct you to Farquhar Terrace in South Queensferry, from here it is a straight road from this point for about 1.5 miles.

Please note that there is no access to Hopetoun House from the Bo’ness road A904 (even though your Sat Nav might tell you otherwise).

Car parking at Hopetoun is free of charge for visitors with a House & Grounds or Grounds only ticket, with the exception of large public events where additional charges may apply.

For further details please visit our Find Us page.