Easter Opening – A Place to Explore, Restore & Relax

We are delighted to welcome both new and returning visitors as we re-open for the 2026 season on Friday 3rd April 2026. With Easter activities for all ages taking place on Saturday & Sunday, its the perfect way to enjoy Hopetoun.

Built in 1699, Hopetoun House remains a lived-in historic home, rich in character and heritage. Inside, our knowledgeable guides bring its remarkable story to life, sharing the architecture, treasured collections and fascinating histories that have shaped this extraordinary stately home for over three centuries.

Family Activities

Our award-winning Ranger & Education Team will be offering a fantastic range of fun and educational crafts and activities throughout the season.

Drop in to the Ranger Centre and Education Room over the Easter weekend to discover more and enjoy a variety of family-friendly crafts and trails.

On Saturday & Sunday, 12pm – 4pm, regular visitors Lunar Eclipse will be returning with their much-loved therapy ponies. Families will have the opportunity to meet the ponies and walk them down Lime Avenue (please note: an additional charge applies for pony walking).

New for 2026! We’re delighted to welcome our friends from Pondlife (Saturday only). Little visitors can explore and learn about life cycles and ecosystems.

Reconnect with Nature

Wander the Spring Garden Trail, where vibrant daffodils and early bluebells bring the landscape to life. Breathe in the fresh spring air as you take in sweeping sea views across the Firth of Forth.

Looking for something more guided? Join one of our Daffodil ranger-led walks on Saturday or Sunday (11:30am and 2:30pm) and discover the stories, wildlife, and seasonal highlights that make Hopetoun so unique.

Pause & Refuel at The Stables Kitchen

A visit to Hopetoun isn’t complete without time to relax at The Stables Kitchen. Our friendly team will be offering a range of home baking, light lunches and coffee – unhurried, comfortable and restorative.

Dogs on leads are welcome in both the Grounds and The Stables Kitchen.

Hopetoun Hounds

With so much to explore within the beautiful grounds at Hopetoun, we’d love to see highlights of your four-legged friends enjoying their adventures.

Tag us in your photographs and, at the end of each month during our opening season (April–September), we’ll choose our favourite snap.

Each monthly winner will receive a Hopetoun hamper filled with goodies.

Dogs on leads are very welcome throughout the Grounds and in the Stables Kitchen, so bring your pups along for the adventure.

Happy exploring 🐕

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