Upcoming Events
Angel Kwan Art Exhibition Thursday 18th July to Monday 29th July 2024
We are pleased to welcome Angel Kwan to Hopetoun House for her first solo exhibition. Find her in the Outer Room from Thursday 18th July to Monday 29th July 2024 (11am to 4pm) Entry to the exhibition is included in the ticket price. **Hopetoun House is open Thursday to Monday and closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Always check for other closure dates before visiting**
Find out more »World Nature Conservation Day (Being a Countryside Ranger) – Sunday 28th July 2024
What do Rangers do?! Come along as a family to learn all about conserving the wild places of Scotland – the Countryside Ranger way! Learn all about what it takes to be a Countryside Ranger on World Nature Conservation Day. Litter picking, wildlife surveys and rhoddy bashing means a good time will be had by all. For all ages and abilities. Please wear suitable clothing and shoes for the Scottish weather and practical work. All children must be accompanied by…
Find out more »Ian Henderson and Jean Hall Summer Exhibition – Monday 1st August to Monday 16th September 2024
This husband and wife team are both graduates of Edinburgh College of Art, and have both pursued teaching careers in a college environment. Jean is a painter and Ian makes ceramics. Their work has been shown at Hopetoun House for many years, and they live and work on the Estate. This year’s exhibition will present new decorative and functional works for the contemporary domestic interior. Exhibition runs from Monday 1St August until Monday 16th September in The Outer Room. 11am…
Find out more »Victorians at Hopetoun Experience – Friday 2nd August 2024
Have you ever wondered what it was like to work and live in a grand house like this, way back in Victorian times? Well, now’s your chance to find out! Join our Victorian Housekeepers for a fun workshop. Dress up as servants, explore the house, and even try out some of the chores and crafts they did back then. It’ll be a real hands-on adventure! This workshop is perfect for explorers aged 7 to 12, and their grown-ups are welcome…
Find out more »Wings and Things – Friday 9th August 2024
Parents, bring your little explorers to discover the amazing world of winged creatures! Our fun-filled event includes citizen science activities, games, and crafts, all designed to teach kids about the wonders of flight in nature. Perfect for all ages and abilities! Ticket Prices: Adult £8.50, Concession £8.00, Disabled £6.50, Child £6.50, Family (2+2) £27.00 Book your tickets here Please wear suitable clothing and shoes for the Scottish weather. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Dogs are…
Find out more »Groovy Geology Walk – Saturday 7th September 2024
Join us for a scenic ranger-led walk along the Hopetoun foreshore as part of the Scottish Geology Festival! Discover the geological wonders of West Lothian and perhaps catch a glimpse of local wildlife. Ticket Prices: Adult £8.50, Concession £8.00, Disabled £6.50, Child £6.50 (not suitable for children under 8 years of age), Family (2+2) £27.00 Book tickets here: https://bit.ly/3Wh3OPG Meet at the old Kiosk in the visitor car park. This walk will cover approx. 3 miles with rough underfoot conditions and…
Find out more »Botanical Art Exhibition by Pauline Stevenson – Thursday 19th September to Sunday 29th September 2024
Botanical Artist, Pauline Stevenson will be exhibiting her work in the Outer Room at Hopetoun House. Pauline is currently a member of the U.K. Coloured Pencil Society, The Botanical Society of Scotland and the Botanical Art Lovers Group. She has been a member of the Scottish Society of Botanical Artists for several years now. The society aim to provide a forum to share knowledge and expertise in all aspects of botanical art. Pauline shares her love for the garden through…
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