Hopetoun House

Situated on the outskirts of Edinburgh, Hopetoun is a place of outstanding natural beauty, which has Scotland's finest stately home at its heart.

About Hopetoun House

	Hopetoun House Hopetoun, South Queensferry EH30 9SL
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Hopetoun is a welcoming and thriving 6,500 acre community with a great deal to offer for living, leisure, entertainment and business all the year round.

The fabulous setting of built and rural heritage provides a unique day out and a magnificent location for hospitality and weddings.

Visit Hopetoun and discover a place of beauty, tranquility and architectural magnificence dating from the 17th century. It has been home to the Hope Family since the late 1600s and the present Lord Hopetoun and his family still live in Hopetoun House. Hopetoun House, a remarkable and beautiful stately home, is filled with stunning collections and sits in majestic grounds with nature trails and scenic walks.

Hopetoun House is often referred to as Scotland\'s Finest Stately Home and it is also a five star Visitor Attraction, testament to the friendly team and its aim of providing an exceptional customer experience.

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Upcoming Events at Hopetoun House

Workshops

Christmas Wreath Making at Hopetoun House

Selected dates between 5th December 2025 - 7th December 2025

Hopetoun House, South Queensferry

Get hands on at Hopetoun and create your own beautiful wreath completely from scratch using natural materials, sourced from our historic designed landscape.

History and Culture

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History and Culture

Princes Street Gardens

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House of the Binns

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History and Culture

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History and Culture

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History and Culture

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Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

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