The Hopetoun House Education Department is pleased to bring you another of the very popular art workshops with local artist Peter Scott. This two day sketchbook and portfolio prep course at Hopetoun House will run on the 9th and 10th of July (10:00am - 4:00pm) All drawing materials, sketchbooks and paper will provided. We will […]
Have you ever wondered what it was like to work and live in a grand house like this, way back in Victorian times? Well, now's your chance to find out! Join our Victorian Housekeepers for a fun workshop. Dress up as servants, explore the house, and even try out some of the chores and crafts […]
Discover the hidden treasures of the Hopetoun Grounds with expert botanist and wild plant forager, Anna Canning. Explore Nature Like Never Before:Anna will transform your view of familiar plants, teaching you how to safely identify and use them. This guided walk is more than just foraging—it's about connecting with nature and understanding our place within […]
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 […]
We are pleased to welcome Angel Kwan to Hopetoun House for her first solo exhibition. Find her in the Outer Room from Thursday 18th July to Monday 29th July 2024 (11am to 4pm) Entry to the exhibition is included in the ticket price. **Hopetoun House is open Thursday to Monday and closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. […]
Unleash Your Inner Artist! A Hopetoun Adventure Calling all budding artists. Join our education team on a special quest through the grand rooms of Hopetoun. We'll be hunting for hidden clues – can you spot the mythical creatures and amazing animals around the house? Look at paintings from hundreds of years ago and use them […]
Looking for a fun and creative way to keep your kids entertained this summer? Join us for our Make Your Own Willow Bird Feeder workshop! Kids will love getting crafty, using natural materials to create their very own bird feeders. Enjoy a day out in the stunning grounds of Hopetoun House, perfect for a family […]
What do Rangers do?! Come along as a family to learn all about conserving the wild places of Scotland – the Countryside Ranger way! Learn all about what it takes to be a Countryside Ranger on World Nature Conservation Day. Litter picking, wildlife surveys and rhoddy bashing means a good time will be had by […]
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 at Hopetoun House for many years, and they live and work on the Estate. This year’s exhibition will present […]
Have you ever wondered what it was like to work and live in a grand house like this, way back in Victorian times? Well, now's your chance to find out! Join our Victorian Housekeepers for a fun workshop. Dress up as servants, explore the house, and even try out some of the chores and crafts […]
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.
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
For more information on how we can assist you in planning your perfect event, please contact us by completing our enquiry form.
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
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.
.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.