Newhailes House and Gardens

Discover 300 years of Scottish history through the magnificent and carefully conserved neo-Palladian villa that is Newhailes House and Gardens!

About Newhailes House and Gardens

	Newhailes House and Gardens Newhailes Road , Musselburgh EH21 6RY
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Newhailes brings three centuries of history to life. Originally built in the 17th century, this Palladian house was owned by the influential Dalrymple family and featured prominently during the Scottish Enlightenment.

Today, the house is accessible by guided tours, which offer an intriguing insight into the past. We’ve followed a conservation strategy of carrying out 'only as much work as necessary but as little as possible' to maintain the multi-faceted character of the house. Visitors will see the remarkable library wing, imposing Italian marble fireplaces, gilded eagles over the drawing room windows, Chinese wallpaper and an impressive art collection.

Situated in 34 hectares of historical landscape, the Newhailes estate offers unspoilt views across the Forth. There are several footpaths leading around the estate for all to enjoy.

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Upcoming Events at Newhailes House and Gardens

Shopping

Newhailes Market

Selected dates between 15th March 2025 - 21st December 2025

Newhailes House and Gardens, Musselburgh

Come along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!

Tour

Haunted Newhailes

Selected dates between 10th October 2025 - 19th December 2025

Newhailes House and Gardens, Musselburgh

Do you dare join us for a spine-chilling tour of Newhailes House? It's earned a reputation for being haunted!

Tour

Newhailes Haunted House Tour (Kids Edition)

31st October 2025

Newhailes House and Gardens, Musselburgh

Do you believe in ghosts? Join us this Halloween for a special family frightmare inside Newhailes House!

Days Out

Newhailes Haunted Halloween Trail

1st November 2025

Newhailes House and Gardens, Musselburgh

Come and visit our haunted trail this Halloween, walk through the estate and follow the clues, finishing up in our front lawn for fun games. Its going to be spooktacular.

Music

Festhailes Country

9th May 2026

Newhailes House and Gardens, Musselburgh

Come along to our family-friendly country music festival in the grounds of Newhailes House on Saturday 9th May.

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