Cockenzie House and Gardens

Cockenzie House and Gardens is a hidden gem, a Jacobean house built in 1675 by the Seton family and surrounded by gardens.

About Cockenzie House and Gardens

	22 Edinburgh Road Cockenzie, Prestonpans EH32 0HY
	01875819456
	Cockenzie House and Gardens Website
	Facebook information can be found here

Listed Under Attractions - Days Out / Attractions - Gardens and Parks / Accommodation - Self Catering

Don’t be put off by the clinker walls, come inside and you will find welcoming gardens, unique garden follies, a café, a plant nursery and the Heritage Chamber – the heart of Cockenzie and Port Seton’s rich and varied heritage.

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Upcoming Events at Cockenzie House and Gardens

Health and Wellbeing

Introduction to 9D Breathwork

Selected dates between 10th November 2025 - 1st December 2025

Cockenzie House and Gardens, Prestonpans

If you’ve been curious about breathwork but unsure where to start, this 4-Week 9D Breathwork series is your chance to experience it for yourself.

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