It is with heartfelt regret that we have made the decision to cancel this year’s Christmas Shopping Fair. Unfortunately under the current government restrictions there is no way that we can run the event in a safe and reliable way and in the same format that so many of our visitors love and enjoy. The […]
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 […]
Get hands on at Hopetoun and create your own beautiful wreath completely from scratch.
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.
Enjoy your Bank Holiday at Hopetoun with a walk around the Grounds and Estate, including Abercorn Church, and explore the early summer sights and sounds, accompanied by a Ranger. Not suitable for children under 8. Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House Cost: Grounds entry fee £5.50 adult, £3.50 child BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Visit […]
Tree Babies classes are for pregnant women and parents/caregivers with babies in a sling or infant carrier usually up to 12 months old. Each 90 minutes class enjoys mindful movement, gratitude practice and the opportunity to just ‘be’. Enjoy a gentle forest walk to forage for materials to create nature mandalas and art. Learn mindfulness […]
Tree Tots is a 60 minutes class for parents/caregivers and their toddlers up to age 3yrs to explore mindful movement and art in nature. Enjoy a forest walk to forage for art materials and engage in nature activities. Listen to a story or sing some songs, a class to be surrounded in nature and enjoy […]
Hopetoun Horse Trials - Saturday 12th & 13th of June 2021 This event is closed to the public due to COVID protocol. John Muir Way – Info for walkers & cyclists If your walking/ cycling the John Muir way which passes through Deer Park, please stick to the route, follow signage and listen to the […]
Join the Hopetoun Ranger in some nature connection practices to help enhance well-being through observing nature and enjoying the outdoors. Activities will include using the senses and nature awareness. Not suitable for children under 16. Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House Cost: Grounds entry fee £5.50 adult BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Visit www.hopetoun.co.uk to […]
Tree Babies classes are for pregnant women and parents/caregivers with babies in a sling or infant carrier usually up to 12 months old. Each 90 minutes class enjoys mindful movement, gratitude practice and the opportunity to just ‘be’. Enjoy a gentle forest walk to forage for materials to create nature mandalas and art. Learn mindfulness […]
*** EVENT FULLY BOOKED*** Join Anna Canning, an expert botanist and wild plant forager, on this guided walk around Hopetoun. Collect some wild ingredients to make a delicious snack or herbal remedy after a fascinating walk learning about medicinal uses of local plants. Find out about recipes and herbal remedies of old. Sure to be […]
During August Ian Henderson & Jean Hall with return to Hopetoun House for the 6th year, to display and sell a collection of their own handmade paintings and ceramics. Both artists live locally, near South Queensferry in Scotland. They are both graduates of Edinburgh College of Art and are husband and wife. Jean […]
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House Details: Enjoy your Bank Holiday at Hopetoun with a Ranger-led stroll along the 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. Exact times subject to change with […]
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House Details: August is a popular month to get out and explore. Enjoy this Ranger-led walk taking in interesting corners of Hopetoun this summer. Enjoy a walk around the historic landscape of Hopetoun House and onto the Estate, including Abercorn Church. Bring a snack/lunch. Not suitable for […]
Have you ever wondered who ate that pine cone, or left that footprint or even left their smelly calling card? When you walk through the woods you are not guaranteed to see who it was but this Ranger-led guided walk aims to help you investigate the food, footprints and faeces. Cost: Grounds entry fee- £5.50 […]
Available when Hopetoun is normally closed, this 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. Dates: Sunday 3rd October Sunday […]
Available when Hopetoun is normally closed, this 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. Dates: Sunday 3rd October Sunday […]
*** FULLY BOOKED*** We hope to explore the fruiting fungi at Hopetoun. With internationally important fungi lawns, and woodlands bursting with mushrooms of all shapes and sizes, you will be guided on a gentle walk to explore the fascinating world of fungi. Please note – we will not be collecting for the pot on this […]
Available when Hopetoun is normally closed, this 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. Dates: Sunday 3rd October Sunday […]
Available when Hopetoun is normally closed, this 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. Dates: Sunday 3rd October Sunday […]
Available when Hopetoun is normally closed, this 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. Dates: Sunday 3rd October Sunday […]
Available when Hopetoun is normally closed, this 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. Dates: Sunday 3rd October Sunday […]
Whether you are considering Hopetoun House to host your special day, or you have already booked your wedding at Hopetoun, we would be delighted to welcome you and your bridal party to Hopetoun. On the day you will have the opportunity to see Hopetoun set up for a wedding ceremony and reception and our experienced […]
Details: Hopetoun House Grounds are open as part of the Scottish Snowdrop Festival. Head out on a self-led wander and explore the natural snowdrop display in the Hopetoun hundred acres. Warm up with delicious food and hot drinks in the Stables Tearoom, open exclusively to Snowdrop Sunday visitors. Book a place on a morning (11am […]
Drop in anytime between 12noon and 4pm and take part in Hopetoun’s Easter activities. Try the trail, find hidden treasure and join in with some competitions. Fun for all the family! Suitable for all ages and abilities. Meeting Place: Staff/signage will direct you on the day. Cost: Grounds only admission applies: Adult £6.00, Child £4.00 […]
Details: 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: Grounds only admission: Adult […]
Fly Open Air will return to Hopetoun House on Saturday 21st & Sunday 22n May 2022 Full event details can be viewed below; FLY Open Air (flyflyfly.co.uk) Please be aware that from Friday 13th May this outdoor event will be setting up. During this time there will be some disruption in front of the […]
Details: 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: Grounds only admission: […]
The Alfa Romeo Owners Club presents the Scottish Italian Car Day 2022, at Hopetoun House, South Queensferry. As numbers are restricted, entry to this event is by advance ticket only ant must be purchased via the below link PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Details: Enjoy your bank Holiday at Hopetoun with a 3 hour guided walk around the Grounds and the Estate, including Abercorn Church, and explore the early summer sights and sounds. Not suitable for children under 12. Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park at Hopetoun House Cost: Grounds only admission: Adult £6.00, Child £4.00 BOOKING ESSENTIAL […]
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.
