Deer Bambinos Sunday 27th July 2025
2025-07-27 14:00 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Join us for a fun-filled Deer-Themed Family Guided Walk at Hopetoun House! Enjoy games and activities as we explore the beautiful Hopetoun Grounds. The adventure culminates with a special visit to meet the Hopetoun Red Deer herd.
This event is designed for all ages and abilities, offering a memorable experience for the whole family.
Ticket Prices:Adult: £8.50 per personChildren: £6.50 per person
Purchase your tickets here

Important Information:

Please wear suitable clothing and shoes for the Scottish weather.All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.Dogs are not allowed at Ranger-led events.Please meet at the Ranger Centre (behind the Stables Café) 5 minutes before the start of the event.Your ticket allows you access to the Grounds from 11am.
We look forward to seeing you there

Fascinating Fungi Sunday 26th October 2025
2025-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | City of Edinburgh
Join us for a delightful autumn stroll through the scenic Hopetoun Grounds, where you’ll discover the incredible variety of fungi that flourish here. Our internationally renowned fungi lawns and mushroom-rich woodlands are the perfect backdrop for this gentle guided walk. You’ll learn about the fascinating world of fungi, but please note that we won’t be collecting any for the pot
Make sure to dress appropriately for the Scottish autumn, and wear sturdy shoes. Please note that dogs are not permitted on Ranger-led walks. We’ll meet at the old Kiosk in the visitor car park, so plan to arrive 5 minutes before the walk begins. Detailed access information, including gate codes, will be emailed to you a week before the event.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the wonders of nature this autumn!

Ticket prices:Adult £8.50, Child (over 4yo) £6.50

Book tickets here

Hopetoun's Tree-mendous Walk Sunday 26th October 2025
2025-10-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
Autumn Tree Walk in the Hopetoun Grounds

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Hopetoun Grounds this autumn with a guided walk that explores the fascinating ecology and folklore of this historic landscape’s trees. Led by our knowledgeable Ranger, this walk will introduce you to the stories, history, and natural wonders of the specimen trees scattered throughout Hopetoun’s designed landscape.

Don’t miss this unique autumn experience!

Please wear suitable clothing and shoes for the Scottish autumn 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 – information to access through the gate will be emailed out a week before the event.

Ticket prices:Adult £8.50, Child (over 4yo) £6.50
Book tickets here

Snowdrop Weekend
2026-02-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Hopetoun House, Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, EH30 9SL, United Kingdom
SNOWDROP WEEKEND – Hopetoun House Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th February 2026
Hopetoun House is once again delighted to be taking part in the Scottish Snowdrop Festival, offering visitors a rare chance to experience Hopetoun House and Grounds during the winter months.
Join us on Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th February 2026, and celebrate the first signs of spring with a refreshing winter walk through our beautiful Grounds, carpeted with delicate snowdrops.
We will be open from 10am–4pm daily (with last entry at 3pm).
As a seasonal visitor attraction, this is one of the few chances to visit Hopetoun House outside our main season – we reopen officially on Friday 3rd April 2026.
What to enjoy:
Visit the House and Grounds or Grounds only. Dogs on leads are also welcome in the Grounds and in the Stables Kitchen, making this a perfect winter day out for the whole family.
Join one of our Ranger-led Snowdrop Guided Walks (two per day), where you will discover the fascinating history, folklore and symbolism of snowdrops, including rare varieties such as Galanthus plicatus and Flore Pleno
Follow our Snowdrop Trails in both the House and Grounds and enjoy complementary snowdrop-themed crafts for young children in our Education Room.
Warm up afterwards in the Stables Kitchen, with a delicious range of tasty treats.
Freshly Baked Snowdrop Scone
Available exclusively in The Stables Kitchen
Fresh from our ovens for Snowdrop Weekend only, enjoy a beautifully baked scone made with white chocolate drops and local Scottish blossom honey. Served with jam and butter for £4.00, or add cream for just £4.50.
The perfect treat after a winter walk through the snowdrops.
Ticket Options & Prices
Grounds Only – Snowdrop Visit
Enjoy a self-guided visit to the Grounds with snowdrops in bloom.Adult £7.00 | Concession £6.50 | Disabled £4.00 | Child (5–16) £4.00 | Family (2+2) £19.00Book Grounds Only tickets
House & Grounds – Snowdrop Visit
Includes entry to Hopetoun House and Grounds for a self-guided snowdrop-themed visit.Adult £15.00 | Concession £13.50 | Disabled £7.00 | Child (5–16) £7.00 | Family (2+2) £40.00 Book House & Grounds tickets
Ranger-Led Snowdrop Guided Walk
Join the Hopetoun Ranger Service for a guided walk exploring snowdrops, folklore and the winter landscape. Guided walks are very popular – pre-booking is required.Adult £8.50 | Child (over 4yo) £6.50 | Family (2+2) £27.00Book Guided Walk tickets
Wrap up warm, enjoy the bracing winter air, and experience Hopetoun at its most peaceful — a gentle promise of spring to come and a lovely opportunity to visit before the main season begins.

Easter Family Opening Weekend
2026-04-04 11:00 - 2026-04-05 16:00 | Hopetoun House
Easter Opening – A Place to Explore, Restore & Relax
We 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.
Built 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.

Family Activities
Our award-winning Ranger & Education Team will be offering a fantastic range of fun and educational crafts and activities throughout the season.
Drop 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.
On Saturday & Sunday 12pm – 4pm, regular visitors Lunar Eclipse will be returning with their much-loved therapy ponies. Families will have the opportunity to meet the ponies and walk them down Lime Avenue (please note: an additional charge applies for pony walking).
New for 2026! We’re delighted to welcome our friends from Pondlife (Saturday only). Little visitors can explore and learn about life cycles and ecosystems.

Reconnect with Nature
Wander 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.
Looking for something more guided? Join one of our Daffodil ranger-led walks on Saturday or Sunday (11:30am and 2:30pm) and discover the stories, wildlife, and seasonal highlights that make Hopetoun so unique.
Book your Daffodil Guided Walk here

Pause & Refuel at The Stables Kitchen
A 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.
Dogs on leads are welcome in both the Grounds and The Stables Kitchen.

Hopetoun Hounds
With so much to explore within the beautiful grounds at Hopetoun, we’d love to see highlights of your four-legged friends enjoying their adventures.
Tag us in your photographs and, at the end of each month during our opening season (April–September), we’ll choose our favourite snap.
Each monthly winner will receive a Hopetoun hamper filled with goodies.
Dogs on leads are very welcome throughout the Grounds and in the Stables Kitchen, so bring your pups along for the adventure.
Happy exploring 🐕
Book online
Our Opening Family Weekend activities take place on Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th April and you can book Family Opening Weekend Tickets HERE
Tickets include activities, trail maps, onsite car parking and a sweet treat* for young explorers (*while stocks last).
Tickets 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
The House & Grounds will be open from Friday 3rd April through until 27th September, (Thursday – Monday) and you can book General Entry Tickets HERE.
