Hopetoun

Fascinating Fungi Guided Walk
2020-09-27 13:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Sunday 27th September
We are excited to be running the Fascinating Fungi Guided Walk once again.
You are invited to spend 2 hours with our ranger exploring the internationally important fungi lawns at Hopetoun House in search of incredible fungi in the grounds and surrounding woodlands of this remarkable and beautiful stately home. Hear some interesting facts, folklore and uses but please note, we will not be collecting for the pot.
You can also enjoy the rest of the majestic grounds with nature trails and scenic walks before and after your tour. Booking strictly limited to 12 people only.
Please note that The Stables Kitchen is not yet open, but you are welcome to bring a picnic.
In line with the Scottish Government guidelines all visits to the Hopetoun Grounds must now be booked in advance, therefore we sadly cannot accommodate anyone turning up on the day without a pre-booked ticket.
You are welcome to arrive anytime from 11am and stay as long as you like.
Please meet the ranger in the car park (beside the ticket kiosk) at 12.50pm for a safety briefly. The walk will start at 1pm. Sturdy footwear recommended.
Access requirements
For Sat Nav please use EH30 9RW which will take you into South Queensferry to Farquhar Terrace. From here you will be able to follow the brown signs to Hopetoun and it is a straight road from this point.
Click here to buy tickets.

Tree-mendous Walk in the Grounds of Hopetoun House - Fully Booked
2020-10-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-10-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-10-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
ALL OCTOBER DATES ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED
Sundays in October – 1pm to 3pm
Organised by national garden tourism group Discover Scottish Gardens and supported by VisitScotland, the Scottish Tree Festival returns for its third year.
Hopetoun is closed to the public in October, but this exclusive 2 hour Ranger-led walk will guide you through the nature and history of some of the specimen trees found throughout Hopetoun’s designed landscape. Look out for wildlife whilst learning about the historical use, folklore and natural history of the trees within the Hopetoun 144 acres. Bookings strictly limited to 12 people only. You must only book tickets for individuals from the same household (max 6).
Tickets are on sale now for each Sunday in October 2020. Booking for further dates to be available depending on demand.
Tickets must be booked in advance. Please click here to book your tickets on this walk.
In line with the Scottish Government guidelines all visits to the Hopetoun Grounds must now be booked in advance, therefore we sadly cannot accommodate anyone turning up on the day without a pre-booked ticket.
Please meet the ranger in the car park (beside the ticket kiosk) at 1pm for a safety briefing. The walk will start from there. Sturdy footwear recommended.
Arrival
Our staff will welcome you on arrival at the electric gates on the driveway leading to the House between 12.30pm and 12.55pm. If you arrive on foot or by bike please proceed to the admissions staff member at the gate, keeping a safe 2 metre distance from other visitors and staff. If you arrive by car, please stay in your car, and wait to be called forward. On arrival please tell us the name of the person who made the booking so we can check you off our list. Please bring your ticket with you and show at a distance. To minimise contact our staff will not take tickets from you.
Please make sure you have investigated the details of your journey before you set off as it will not be possible to change the gate times. Arrivals after 12.55pm will unfortunately not gain access.
Meeting Point
Please then meet the ranger in the car park (beside the ticket kiosk) at 1pm for a safety briefing. The walk will start from there.
Physical distancing
Once you have been admitted, please follow the one-way routes in place and please follow the government guidelines on physical distancing at all times for your own safety and for the safety of others. Our staff will be monitoring visitors and may intervene if they feel that physical distancing is not being observed, but we’re hoping this won’t be needed and that everyone will play their part.
Toilets
There will be no toilets available for use during the two hour walk.
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted on Ranger-led walks, for the comfort of the rest of the participants.
Food & Drink
The Stables Kitchen will not be open.
For help or further information in planning your visit please contact:
dayvisits@hopetoun.co.uk or phone 0131 331 2451
For Sat Nav please use EH30 9RW which will take you into South Queensferry to Farquhar Terrace. From here you will be able to follow the brown signs to Hopetoun and it is a straight road from this point.
Please make sure you have investigated the details of your journey before you set off. Arrivals after 12.55pm will unfortunately not gain access.

If you are showing any of the symptoms of coronavirus, or if you have been in contact with anyone that has the virus in the last 14 days, you must not visit.
Please bring your ticket with you to show our staff and please tell them the name of the person who made the booking when you arrive. You must only book tickets for individuals from the same household (max 6)
Disclaimer
Through the admissions and cleaning procedures we are putting in place, and with your co-operation, we should minimise the risk of Covid 19 transmission while you visit Hopetoun. However, as with anywhere that you might visit or shop in, we obviously cannot guarantee that anyone visiting or working here has not unknowingly been exposed to or is carrying the virus. By purchasing your tickets, you acknowledge that the Hopetoun House Preservation Trust cannot be held responsible should transmission of the virus to you be traced to a visit to Hopetoun.
Returns policy:
Tickets are non-refundable and are valid for the booked date only (i.e. non-transferable even in advance)

Tree-mendous Walk in the Grounds - Fully Booked
2020-11-01 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-11-08 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-11-15 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-11-22 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-11-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
This walk is now fully booked.
Organised by the national garden tourism group Discover Scottish Gardens and supported by Visit Scotland, the Scottish Tree Festival returns for its third year.
Hopetoun is closed to the public in November, but this exclusive 2 hour Ranger-led walk will guide you through the nature and history of some of the specimen trees found throughout Hopetoun’s designed landscape. Look out for wildlife whilst learning about the historical use, folklore and natural history of the trees within the Hopetoun 144 acres. Bookings strictly limited to 12 people only.
You must only book tickets for individuals from the same household (max 6)
Tickets are on sale now for each Sunday in November 2020. Tickets are now sold out!
In line with the Scottish Government guidelines all visits to the Hopetoun Grounds must now be booked in advance, therefore we sadly cannot accommodate anyone turning up on the day without a pre-booked ticket.
Please meet the ranger in the car park (beside the ticket kiosk) at 1pm for a safety briefing. The walk will start from there. Sturdy footwear recommended.
Access requirements
For Sat Nav please use EH30 9RW which will take you into South Queensferry to Farquhar Terrace. From here you will be able to follow the brown signs to Hopetoun and it is a straight road from this point.
Please make sure you have investigated the details of your journey before you set off.
Arrivals after 12.55pm will unfortunately not gain access

Wreath Making - Cancelled
2020-12-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
This event is now cancelled.

Wreath Making
Saturday 12th December
10.30am-12.00noon
Meeting place: provided upon booking
Get hands on at Hopetoun and create your own beautiful wreath completely from scratch using natural materials, sourced from the historic designed landscape.
BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Please contact the ranger service on: ranger@hopetoun.co.uk or 0131 3193956

Wreath Making - Family Session - Cancelled
2020-12-12 13:30 - 15:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
This event is now cancelled.
Wreath Making- Family session
Saturday 12th December
1.30pm-3.00pm
Meeting place: provided upon booking
Get hands on at Hopetoun and create your own beautiful wreath and make some wood cookie ornaments to hang on your tree. Suitable for all the family.
BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Please contact the ranger service on: ranger@hopetoun.co.uk or 0131 3193956

Hopetoun Summer Grounds Walk
2023-05-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
This Ranger-led walk will guide you through the nature and history of Hopetoun’s designed landscape. The air should be alive with butterflies and flying insects, pollinating various flowering plants. The thick, lush undergrowth will be showing off the multitude of shades of green in the trees and shrubs. Look out for wildlife whilst enjoying the specimen trees and plants of the designed landscape.
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House
Booking essential as space is limited

Hopetoun Spring Grounds Walk
2023-05-28 11:30 | City of Edinburgh
This Ranger-led walk will guide you through the nature and history of Hopetoun’s designed landscape. As spring starts to turn into summer, spectacular displays of blossom, with bluebell-filled woodlands and spectacular rhododendrons, are all around. Look out for wildlife whilst enjoying the specimen trees and plants of the designed landscape.
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House
Booking Essential as space is limited
To book tickets click here

Monday Holiday Ramble
2023-05-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Enjoy your bank Holiday at Hopetoun with a 3-hour guided walk around the Grounds and the Estate, including Abercorn Church, and explore the late spring sights and sounds. Not suitable for children under 8. This walk will cover approx. 3 miles with some rough underfoot conditions and requires a good level of fitness.
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House
Booking Essential as space is limited.
To book tickets click here

Hopetoun Summer Grounds Walk
2023-06-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
This Ranger-led walk will guide you through the nature and history of Hopetoun’s designed landscape. The air is alive with butterflies and flying insects, which bodes well for fledgling birds.
We’ll see the best of the Rhododendron flowering and the multitude of shades of green in the trees and shrubs. Look out for wildlife whilst enjoying the specimen trees and plants of the designed landscape.
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House
Booking essential as space is limited
To book tickets click here

Two Houses & a Castle
2023-06-25 10:00 - 15:30 | City of Edinburgh
Explore the links between three of West Lothian’s most historic sites with a staff-led guided walk between Hopetoun House, Blackness Castle, and the House of the Binns. Please be aware this walk will cover approx. 5 miles with some rough underfoot conditions, fence crossings and requires a good level of fitness.
Meeting Place: National Trust for Scotland, House of the Binns
Booking essential as space is limited
Cost: Adult £10.00, Child £8.00
To book tickets click here

Wellness Day with Floramedica and Woodlands Breathing
2023-07-01 10:30 - 15:30 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Join the Hopetoun Rangers, Anna Canning of Floramedica, and Jeanie Nairn of Woodlands Breathing for a calming wellness session. Find out about Hopetoun’s history, old wives’ tales, and herbal remedies while appreciating the restful effect of nature. Book now as places will fill up fast!
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House
Booking essential as space is limited
To book tickets click here

Minibeast Quest
2023-07-02 14:00 - 15:30 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
** SOLD OUT**
Explore the minibeasts in Hopetoun’s Round Pond or woodland habitat.
Suitable for all ages and abilities.
Cost
Adult £6.50 per person
Children (5-16) £4.00 per person
Under 4 Free
Family (2+2) £19.00
Booking essential
Meeting Place: Staff/signage will direct you on the day.

Deer Bambinos
2023-07-09 14:00 - 15:30 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
A walk through the Grounds to learn all about the resident Deer. Suitable for all ages and abilities.
Cost
Adult £6.50 per person
Children (5-16) £4.00 per person
Under 4 Free
Family (2+2) £19.00
Booking essential
Meeting Place: Staff/signage will direct you on the day.

Willow Weaving
2023-07-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Join us to make your own willow bird feeder and fat ball. Suitable for all ages and abilities.
Cost
Adult £6.50 per person
Children (5-16) £4.00 per person
Under 4 Free
Family (2+2) £19.00
Click here to book
Booking essential. Children must be accompanied by an adult
Meeting Place: Staff/signage will direct you on the day.

Bushcraft
2023-08-06 14:00 - 15:30 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Spend some time in nature and learn how to safely make fire and whittle wood (not suitable for under 7’s).
Cost
Adult £6.50 per person
Children (7-16) £4.00 per person
Family (2+2) £19.00
Booking essential. Children must be accompanied by an adult
Meeting Place: Staff/signage will direct you on the day.

Hopetoun History Walk
2023-08-12 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-09-09 11:30 - 12:30 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
This Ranger-led walk will guide you through the nature and history of Hopetoun’s designed landscape and aims to compliment the information offered inside the House. Look out for wildlife whilst enjoying the specimen trees and plants of the designed landscape.
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House
Cost: £6.50
Click here to book
Booking essential as space is limited

August Amble
2023-08-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
August is a popular month to get out and explore. Enjoy this Ranger-led walk taking in interesting corners of Hopetoun this summer. A 3-hour guided walk around the historic landscape of Hopetoun House and onto the Estate, including Abercorn Church. Not suitable for children under 8. This walk will cover approx. 3 miles with some rough underfoot conditions and requires a good level of fitness.
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House
Cost: £6.50
Click here to book
Booking essential as space is limited

Groovy Geology
2023-09-03 10:00 - 13:30 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
As part of the Scottish Geology Festival, join in on a Ranger-led stroll along the Hopetoun foreshore exploring part of the best of West Lothian’s geological resource. We might even spot some local wildlife as we go! Not suitable for children under 8.
This walk will cover approx. 3 miles with rough underfoot conditions and requires a good level of fitness.
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House
Cost: £6.50
Click here to book
Booking essential as space is limited

September Family Day ** SOLD OUT**
2023-09-16 12:00 - 16:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Come celebrate Scotland’s Stories at Hopetoun!

Join us on Saturday 16th September, from 12pm – 4pm to learn all about Scotland’s folktales and stories, with fun activities for the whole family.

✨Mythical Creatures trail
✨Story corner
✨Storytelling sessions
✨Faerie craft
✨Story stick activity
✨Meet a real unicorn!
✨All within the beautiful (and magical) grounds of Hopetoun House
Meeting Place: Staff/signage will direct you on the day.
Cost: Grounds entrance
BOOKING ESSENTIAL
£4 supplement on the day to walk a unicorn. Bringing cash is advisable as raffle available on day

Humongous Fungus **Sold Out**
2023-10-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Explore the fascinating world of fungi as you embark on a guided leisurely stroll through the Hopetoun woodlands, teeming with mushrooms of various shapes and sizes, and our internationally important fungi lawns.
Please note – we will not be collecting for the pot on this walk.
Meeting Place: Staff/signage will direct you on the day.
Booking essential as space is limited
Cost £6.50 per person
Click here to book

Tree-mendous Walk
2023-10-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Join us today in the Hopetoun Grounds to celebrate the Scottish Tree Festival. Embark on a ranger-led walk that will lead you through the rich tapestry of nature and history showcased by the remarkable specimen trees gracing Hopetoun’s designed landscape. As you explore the magnificent 100 acres, keep a keen eye out for local wildlife and delve into the captivating stories of these trees, including their historical significance, folklore, and natural history.
Meeting Place: Staff/signage will direct you on the day.
Booking essential as space is limited
Click here to book

Snowdrop Weekend at Hopetoun
2024-02-17 10:00 - 2024-02-18 16:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Snowdrop Weekend at Hopetoun – Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th February 2024
Hopetoun House is delighted to be taking part in the Scottish Snowdrop Festival. This year we will be open on Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th February to celebrate the arrival of the snowdrops.

We wanted to give our visitors even more opportunity to enjoy our nature trails and the beautiful carpets of these symbolic flowers.

For the first time this season, we will opening the House too. With the House not officially open until Easter, this will give you the unique chance to explore during the winter months.
The Stables Kitchen will be open exclusively for the weekend serving a delicious range of warming drinks and homemade tasty treats.

Ticket options available:
Snowdrops and self-led tour of Hopetoun House: Book here:

Adult £13.50, Concession £12.00, Disabled £7, Child (over 4yo) £7, Family ( 2+2) £37.00

Snowdrops at Hopetoun – general tickets: Book here

Adult £6.50, Concession £6.00, Disabled £4.00,Child (over 4yo) £4.00, Family (2+2) £19.00

Snowdrops guided walks with the Hopetoun Ranger: Book here

Adult £8.50, Concession £8.00, Disabled £6.50, Child (over 4yo) £6.50, Family (2+2) £27.00

Opening Hours:

Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th February 2024 10:00am to 4:00pm

For further information, email enquiries@hopetoun.co.uk or call 0131 331 2451

Daffodil Walk Saturday 6th April 2024
2024-04-06 11:30 - 12:30 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Explore Hopetoun’s Grounds in spring bloom with our Ranger, Emma, and discover more about the folklore and natural history of the collection of Daffodils at Hopetoun.
Please wear suitable clothing and shoes for the early Scottish spring weather. Dogs are not allowed on Ranger-led walks. Please meet at the old Kiosk in the visitor car park 5 minutes before the start of the walk. Your ticket allows you access to the Grounds for the rest of the day.
Ticket Prices
Adult £8.50, Concession £8.00, Disabled £6.50, Child (over 4yo) £6.50, Family (2+2) £27.00
Book tickets here
