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SUMMARY:Easter Family Opening Weekend
DESCRIPTION:*** Due to unforeseen circumstances\, Lunar Eclipse Therapy Ponies & Unicorns will no longer be joining us for this event***\n  \nEaster Opening – A Place to Explore\, Restore & Relax\nWe are delighted to welcome both new and returning visitors as we re-open for the 2026 season on Friday 3rd April 2026.  With Easter activities for all ages taking place on Saturday & Sunday\, its the perfect way to enjoy Hopetoun. \nBuilt in 1699\, Hopetoun House remains a lived-in historic home\, rich in character and heritage. Inside\, our knowledgeable guides bring its remarkable story to life\, sharing the architecture\, treasured collections and fascinating histories that have shaped this extraordinary stately home for over three centuries. \n  \nFamily Activities\nOur award-winning Ranger & Education Team will be offering a fantastic range of fun and educational crafts and activities throughout the season. \nDrop in to the Ranger Centre and Education Room over the Easter weekend to discover more and enjoy a variety of family-friendly crafts and trails. \nNew for 2026! We’re delighted to welcome our friends from Froglife (Sunday only). Little visitors can explore and learn about life cycles and ecosystems. \n  \nReconnect with Nature\nWander the Spring Garden Trail\, where vibrant daffodils and early bluebells bring the landscape to life. Breathe in the fresh spring air as you take in sweeping sea views across the Firth of Forth. \nLooking for something more guided? Join our Daffodil ranger-led walk on Saturday or Sunday (2:30pm) and discover the stories\, wildlife\, and seasonal highlights that make Hopetoun so unique. \nBook your Daffodil Guided Walk here \n  \nPause & Refuel at The Stables Kitchen\nA visit to Hopetoun isn’t complete without time to relax at The Stables Kitchen.  Our friendly team will be offering a range of home baking\, light lunches and coffee – unhurried\, comfortable and restorative. \nDogs on leads are welcome in both the Grounds and The Stables Kitchen. \n  \nHopetoun Hounds\nWith so much to explore within the beautiful grounds at Hopetoun\, we’d love to see highlights of your four-legged friends enjoying their adventures. \nTag us in your photographs and\, at the end of each month during our opening season (April–September)\, we’ll choose our favourite snap. \nEach monthly winner will receive a Hopetoun hamper filled with goodies. \nDogs on leads are very welcome throughout the Grounds and in the Stables Kitchen\, so bring your pups along for the adventure. \nHappy exploring 🐕 \nBook online \nOur Opening Family Weekend activities take place on Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th April and you can book Family Opening Weekend Tickets HERE \nTickets include activities\, trail maps\, onsite car parking and a sweet treat* for young explorers (*while stocks last). \nTickets for the Guided Daffodil Walk with Ranger Emma on Saturday & Sunday\, are limited and charged separately.  You can book for the Guided Daffodil Walk HERE \nThe House & Grounds will be open from Friday 3rd April through until 27th September\, (Thursday – Monday) and you can book General Entry Tickets HERE. \n 
URL:https://hopetoun.co.uk/event/easter-family-opening-weekend/
LOCATION:Hopetoun House
CATEGORIES:Children,Family,Nature and Guided Walks
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SUMMARY:Autumn Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Autumn Family Day at Hopetoun Sunday 25 October 2026 | 11am–4pm \nDiscover the beauty of autumn at Hopetoun \nEnjoy an autumn day out in the beautiful Hopetoun Grounds and experience the rich colours and character of the season. \nWrap 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. \n  \nAutumn Trail & Seasonal Crafts \nVisit the Education Room to collect your autumn trail and take part in a range of seasonal craft activities. \nThen 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. \n  \nOptional Guided Walks \nFor those wishing to discover more about Hopetoun’s natural heritage\, two guided walks will also take place throughout the day. \nFungi Walk | 10am–12pm\nJoin 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. \nBook here  \nTree Walk | 2pm–4pm\nExplore the trees of Hopetoun and learn more about the different species that form an important part of this historical designed landscape. \nBook here \nPlease note: Separate tickets are required for the guided walks\, which are additional bookable activities. Dogs are not permitted on the guided walks. \n  \nFood & Refreshments \nThe 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. \nDogs Welcome \nDogs are welcome in the Hopetoun Grounds and at The Stables Kitchen\, so your four-legged companions can enjoy the day with you. \nPlease keep dogs on leads while exploring the Grounds and be mindful of other visitors and estate wildlife. \nTickets \nAdult: £7 | Child: £4 | Family: £19  | Young Scot Card Holder: £1 \nTickets can be purchased here \nPre-booking is advised \n  \nPlease note: Admission is for the Grounds only. Hopetoun House will not be open to visitors as part of this event. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopetoun.co.uk/event/autumn-family-day/
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