This season, we’re delighted to launch Hopetoun Hounds – a brand-new photography competition celebrating our four-legged visitors at the grounds of Scotland’s finest stately home. Bring your dog along to […]
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 […]
Beneath Familiar Skies – Discover Angel Kwan’s latest exhibition at Hopetoun House. Uplifting paintings inspired by Scotland’s landscapes, architecture and sense of belonging.
Saturday 27th June 2026 | 10am – 3pm Ticket prices: Adult £10.00 per person | Child £8.00 per person (not advised for children under 10 years of age) Join us […]
Sunday 26th July 2026. Meet Hopetoun’s majestic red deer herd and enjoy a memorable wildlife experience as part of our popular Family Discovery Days Series.
Step into Outlander at Hopetoun House with a guided tour of filming locations, all-day access and entry to Midhope Castle (self-guided). Book your place now
Saturday 8th August – Sunday 6th September 2026 Discover a beautiful new exhibition by South Queensferry-based artists Ian Henderson and Jean Hall, who live and work on the Hopetoun Estate. […]
Discover hidden plant treasures in the Hopetoun Grounds. Join expert botanist and forager Anna Canning for a fun, eye-opening walk through nature.
Recently engaged and searching for your dream wedding venue? Join us for our Wedding Open Evening on Wednesday 19 August, from 5pm to 8pm, where you can explore Hopetoun as […]
Sunday 23rd August 2026. Step back in time and discover Victorian life at Hopetoun with hands-on activities, trails and family-friendly fun.
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 […]
Sunday 27th September 2026 | 12pm – 4pm. Celebrate the close of our 2026 visitor season with a magical day inspired by Scotland’s rich folklore and legends.
Discover the fascinating fungi of Hopetoun Grounds on a guided autumn walk through internationally renowned fungi lawns and mushroom-rich woodlands.
Discover the beauty of Hopetoun Grounds this autumn on a guided tree walk exploring the fascinating ecology, history and folklore of its remarkable trees.
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 […]
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 for visitors with a House & Grounds or Grounds only ticket, 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
We are delighted to welcome visitors back to Hopetoun House from Saturday 8th August. Come and explore the House and Grounds, open 11am–5pm (last admission 4pm). We are hosting a wedding on Saturday 8th August, so The Stables Kitchen will be closed for the day. You're very welcome to bring a picnic and enjoy it in our beautiful Grounds instead. The Stables Kitchen will reopen as normal on Sunday 9th August.
