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  • Wreath Making at Hopetoun House

    Hopetoun House

    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 […]

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  • Wedding Showcase

    Hopetoun House

    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 […]

  • Snowdrop Weekend

    Hopetoun House Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, 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 […]

  • Snowdrop Weekend

    Hopetoun House Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh, 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 […]

  • Easter Family Opening Weekend

    Hopetoun House

    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 […]

  • Tough Mudder Scotland

    Hopetoun Estate

    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 […]

  • Scotland Spartan Race

    Hopetoun Estate South Queensferry, West Lothian, United Kingdom

    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 […]

  • Inflatable 5k

    Abercorn School House Broxburn

    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 […]

  • ** SAVE THE DATE ** Christmas Shopping Fair 2026

    2026 Christmas Shopping Fair The annual Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair features a carefully curated selection of exhibitors offering a stunning array of handcrafted and unique gifts—perfect for the holiday […]

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Find Us

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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.

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House and Grounds Opening Hours

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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)

 

Relocation & Closure Dates

The Stables Kitchen will be closed to the public on the following days for private events. The House & Grounds will remain open.

Saturday 6th September 2025

Saturday 20th September 2025

 

The Stables, House and Grounds will be closed entirely on the following dates:

Saturday 13th September 2025

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News from Hopetoun

Grounds and Wildlife

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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.

 

Event Enquiry

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For more information on how we can assist you in planning your perfect event, please contact us by completing our enquiry form.

Corporate Event Gallery

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For some inspiration for your next event please view our Corporate Event Gallery.

Photo Galleries

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Check out our galleries of images of the Hopetoun House grounds and estate

Wedding Enquiry

7For more information on how we can assist you in planning your perfect wedding, please contact us by completing our enquiry form.

Wedding Gallery

A collection of beautiful images from weddings at Hopetoun House can be found in our Wedding Gallery.

Ranger and Education Gallery

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Please click here to view our Ranger and Education Gallery.

 

Sandford Award Winner 2020

The Hopetoun House Education Team has once again been awarded the Sandford Award, a fantastic achievement. The Sandford Award is an independently judged, quality assured assessment of education programmes at heritage sites, museums, archives and collections across the British Isles. Hopetoun previously received this award in 2010, 2015 and have once again proven themselves to the judging panel.

 

Midhope Access Restrictions

Midhope CastleDue 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.

 

Snowdrop Weekend at Hopetoun House

.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.