join us for an exciting Minibeast Safari at Hopetoun House! Depending on the weather, we'll be exploring the Round Pond and/or the enchanting woodland habitats to discover the fascinating world of minibeasts. Get ready to get up close and personal with a variety of tiny creatures living in the pond and different areas of the […]
Discover Hidden Plant Treasures at Hopetoun GroundsJoin expert botanist and wild plant forager, Anna Canning, for a fun and eye-opening walk through nature. See Nature in a New WayAnna will show you how to spot and use everyday plants. You’ll learn how to tell them apart and find out which ones are safe to use. […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
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 […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
We are delighted to welcome back Ian and Jean for their Summer Exhibition in the Outer Room Hopetoun House. 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 […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
We’re delighted to announce the first solo exhibition from Edinburgh-based painter and poet the Selkie Stone. Her work is deeply inspired by the nature and folklore of her Scottish home, balancing light and dark through rich colour and visual storytelling. This collection takes you from the intricate treasures of the Scottish coastline, to the wild […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
Join us on a small group exclusive guided tour of the several Outlander locations inside Hopetoun House and outside in the Grounds. Prebooking is required. The guided tour takes place every Friday. It starts at 11:30 and lasts approx. 90 minutes, but your ticket lasts all day so you are welcome to stay at Hopetoun […]
Celebrate the Final Weekend of the 2025 Visitor Season at Hopetoun House! Join us on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September for a Family Weekend full of fun, activities, and discovery as we close the 2025 season in style at Scotland’s finest stately home. 🦄 Meet the Unicorns! We’re delighted to welcome back Lunar Eclipse […]
Celebrate the Final Weekend of the 2025 Visitor Season at Hopetoun House! Join us on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September for a Family Weekend full of fun, activities, and discovery as we close the 2025 season in style at Scotland’s finest stately home. 🦄 Meet the Unicorns! We’re delighted to welcome back Lunar Eclipse […]
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 […]
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 […]
** FULLY SOLD OUT - NO TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE GATE ** Join us for one of Scotland’s most loved festive events as the Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair celebrates its 25th anniversary. Friday 28th to Sunday 30th November 202510am - 4:30pm daily Enjoy a delightful festive shopping experience with over 50 exhibitors, including both […]
We’re delighted to announce that our ever-popular Christmas Wreath Making Classes are back for 2025! Join us in the beautiful surroundings of Hopetoun on Friday 5th or Sunday 7th December for a wonderfully festive, hands-on workshop. Choose from either a morning session (10.00am – 12.00pm) or an afternoon session (2.00pm – 4.00pm). Under the guidance […]
We’re delighted to announce that our ever-popular Christmas Wreath Making Classes are back for 2025! Join us in the beautiful surroundings of Hopetoun on Friday 5th or Sunday 7th December for a wonderfully festive, hands-on workshop. Choose from either a morning session (10.00am – 12.00pm) or an afternoon session (2.00pm – 4.00pm). Under the guidance […]
Whether you are considering Hopetoun House as the venue for your special day or have already booked your wedding with us, we would be delighted to welcome you and your bridal party to Hopetoun. On the day, you will have the chance to explore our stunning event spaces, and our experienced team will be on […]
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 […]
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 […]
Save the Date Hopetoun House & Grounds will reopen for the 2026 visitor season on Friday 3rd April 2026 and will remain open (Thursday - Monday) until Sunday 27th September 2026. Join us for our opening weekend - full details to follow.
Tough Mudder returns to Hopetoun Estate in 2026 (just outside Edinburgh) with a course that’s as scenic as it is savage. You’ll tear through woodland trails, splash along the shores of the Firth of Forth, and grind your way over gentle climbs and descents with obstacle-packed action from start to finish. Whether you’re taking on […]
Experience the raw challenge of obstacle course racing along the breathtaking Queensferry coastline at Hopetoun Estate, a short drive from Edinburgh. Battle demanding terrain and conquer iconic Spartan obstacles amidst stunning Scottish scenery. This is an extremely unique opportunity to put your grit to the ultimate test. This event is taking place within the wider […]
The Inflatable 5K is coming to Edinburgh for one of Scotland's most exciting fun run events. Packed with giant inflatable obstacles, slides and tunnels, this is the ultimate challenge if you're searching for a fun run in Edinburgh, a 5k Edinburgh event or an inflatable obstacle course in Scotland. Choose from 2.5k, 5k, 10k or […]
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 with the exception of large public events where additional charges may apply.
For further details please visit our Find Us page.
Hopetoun House & Grounds are open 5 days per week, Thursday - Monday inclusive (11am - 5pm. Last entry into the House at 4pm)
2026 Season Dates
03 April - 27 September 2026
Open 5 days per week (Thursday - Monday)
From 11am to 5pm (last entrance is 4pm)
The Grounds at Hopetoun are the perfect place to watch and enjoy wildlife. From quiet woodland corners to the beautiful spring garden, there is something to look out for throughout the year. For more information on our Grounds Map and Nature Trails please visit Grounds and Wildlife.
For more information on how we can assist you in planning your perfect event, please contact us by completing our enquiry form.
For some inspiration for your next event please view our Corporate Event Gallery.
Check out our galleries of images of the Hopetoun House grounds and estate
For more information on how we can assist you in planning your perfect wedding, please contact us by completing our enquiry form.
A collection of beautiful images from weddings at Hopetoun House can be found in our Wedding Gallery.
Due to Midhope Castle's location on a private part of our Estate we often have to prohibit access to visitors due to filming, farming operations, estate activities or large public events in the surrounding area.
We only refuse access in the interests of public safety or for security reasons. Even when access is permitted we urge you to be aware this is a working area.
Visit our calendar of events to see what's coming up at Hopetoun
Would you like to live on our Estate or base your business here? Find out more in our property section
No visit is complete without a treat from the Stables Kitchen
.Hopetoun House & Grounds are open for our Snowdrop Weekend. Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th February 10am - 4pm (last entry at 3pm) Tickets available online or in the Front Hall on the day.
