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Visit East Lothian for no ordinary day with all the family, with friends, having time to yourself or on a group visit. Whatever the weather there’s something to keep everyone entertained.

Whether you choose Foxlake Adventures, East Links Family Park, the National Museum of Flight or the Scottish Seabird Centre, to name just a few - your days will be fun-filled, educational and memorable!

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1722 Waggonway Museum

The 1722 Waggonway Heritage Centre celebrates Scotland’s oldest railway route. The centre’s museum features archaeological artefacts, models, maps, plans and Read more…

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Amisfield Walled Garden

Amisfield Walled Garden lies on the outskirts of Haddington. Dating from the late 18th century, it is one of the Read more…

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Archerfield Walled Garden

Archerfield Walled Garden is a fabulous Taste, Shop and Explore experience in the heart of East Lothian. Includes a Garden Read more…

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Aubigny Sports Centre

A warm welcome awaits you at the Aubigny Sports Centre. Only 10 minutes walking distance from the High Street, the Read more…

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Battle of Prestonpans Jacobite Museum

The museum focuses on the Battle of Prestonpans, a critical Jacobite conflict in 1745 which left a historical and cultural Read more…

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Belhaven Brewery

Established in 1719, Belhaven Brewery is the oldest working brewery in Scotland. Situated in Dunbar, the brewery nestles amongst the Read more…

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BlueWild Boat Tours

Come with us on a beautiful boat tour to world-leading nature sites – just off our shores. Sailing from Dunbar Read more…

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Carberry Hill Monument

Take a walk up Carberry Hill to the standing stone at the summit and learn more about why this place Read more…

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Chesters Hill Fort

Explore one of Scotland's best-preserved Iron Age hillforts, defended by elaborate ramparts and ditches. It remains an impressive and imposing Read more…

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Climbing Wall

Discover one of East Lothian's Hidden Gems! The 7.7 metre indoor Climbing Wall at Foresters Park, Tranent has 10 belay Read more…

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Coastal Communities Museum

Come and visit Coastal Communities Museum in the seaside town of North Berwick. We’re run entirely by enthusiastic volunteers and Read more…

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Cockenzie House and Gardens

Cockenzie House and Gardens is a hidden gem, a Jacobean house built in 1675 by the Seton family and surrounded Read more…

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Dirleton Castle

Due to access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure while we undertake high level masonry inspections, there is currently Read more…

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Doon Hill

Discover the remains of buildings at Doon Hill originally thought to date to the AD 500s and 600s. Nothing survives Read more…

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Dunbar Battery

The Dunbar Battery is an accessible historic public space in the heart of Dunbar Harbour and open air venue that Read more…

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Dunbar Garden Centre

Scotland's newest garden centre, conveniently situated on the A1, 20 minutes drive east of Edinburgh. It is ideally suited for Read more…

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Dunbar Leisure Pool

Make a splash at Dunbar Leisure Pool, the ultimate place in East Lothian for aquatic fun! Catering to all interests, Read more…

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Dunbar Town House Museum & Gallery

The Dunbar Town House Museum & Gallery is one of Dunbar's oldest buildings and the perfect place to begin a Read more…

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DunBear

Depicting a brown bear standing on its hind legs, this five-metre-high steel sculpture is a tribute to John Muir, the Read more…

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Dunglass Collegiate Church

The church was founded in Dunglass in the 1400s by the Home Family. In 1444, Sir Alexander Home sought to Read more…

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East Links Family Park

East Links Family Park is a farm based activity park suitable for all ages. One of East Links main attractions Read more…

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East Links Putting & Tennis Courts

Enjoy some seasonal sporting fun. Whether you're on holiday or a local resident, take some time out and play a Read more…

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Firth of Forth Lobster Hatchery

A purpose fitted out container to inform and educate the public on the remarkable lifecycle of lobsters and to give Read more…

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Fisherrow Links

Enjoy some seasonal sporting fun. Whether you're on holiday or a local resident, featuring a nine hole pitch and putt Read more…

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Flag Heritage Centre

Athelstaneford is the birthplace of Scotland's national flag - the St Andrew's Cross or Saltire. Legend has it that the Read more…

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Foxlake Adventures

Foxlake is a 5-star award-winning adventure hub offering a wide variety of unique and exhilarating adrenaline filled outdoor activities. Including Read more…

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Glenkinchie Distillery

Glenkinchie proudly serves as one of the Four Corners of Scotland distilleries of Johnnie Walker. We distil the Edinburgh Malt Read more…

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Hailes Castle

Due to access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure while we undertake high level masonry inspections, there is currently Read more…

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Hopetoun Monument

Hopetoun Monument sits 2km north of Haddington dominating the skyline for miles around. A path runs from a small car Read more…

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Inveresk Lodge Garden

A delightful hillside garden, a must-see attraction for all keen gardeners where you will find unusual plants growing within colourful Read more…

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Jabberwocky Soft Play and Cafe

Dragon-themed soft play in the centre of Haddington opposite the John Gray Centre, where children have a great time whilst Read more…

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Jamboree Soft Play

An exciting multi-level soft play centre especially designed to inspire the imagination and challenge the adventurous. Padded for extra safety Read more…

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John Gray Centre Museum

Discover the history of East Lothian in the innovative interactive museum at the heart of the county. Explore the land, Read more…

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John Muir Alpacas

John Muir Alpacas is a trekking and tourism business bringing you alpaca trekking and activities from their location near to Read more…

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John Muir Country Park

John Muir Country Park can be enjoyed by both a family exploring the outdoors and the natural history enthusiast. It Read more…

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John Muir's Birthplace

Discover how the boy born in this modest house in Dunbar became one of the driving forces behind the modern Read more…

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Jump In Trampoline Park

Jump In Trampoline Park based in Musselburgh offers a host of indoor activities for all ages. With 100 varying trampolines Read more…

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Lennoxlove House

Lennoxlove House, the seat of the Duke & Duchess of Hamilton, dates back to the 1300's and reflects the myriad Read more…

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Lewisvale Park Tennis Courts

Enjoy some seasonal sporting fun. Whether you're on holiday or a local resident, take some time out and play a Read more…

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Loch Centre

Located in the heart of Tranent, the Loch Centre is a dedicated Sports & Community Centre. With a 25 metre Read more…

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Markle Fisheries

Set in the beautiful countryside close to the village of East Linton, Markle Fisheries provides three spring fed lochs offering Read more…

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Meadowmill Sports Centre

Open daily, visitors can make use of Meadowmill's fantastic Bodyworks Gym and dedicated free weights room as well as participating Read more…

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Mercat Gait Centre

The sports centre offers a 25 metre swimming pool, sauna room and hydrotherapy pool as well as a Bodyworks Gym Read more…

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Musselburgh Museum

Explore the history of Musselburgh; the Honest Toun from its earliest days through Roman settlement and medieval upheaval to its Read more…

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Musselburgh Racecourse

Fancy a day at the races? A 5-star visitor attraction, Musselburgh Racecourse is firmly established as one of the UK's Read more…

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Musselburgh Sports Centre

Musselburgh Sports Centre offers a fantastic range of facilities for all ages to enjoy. From the squash courts to the Read more…

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Musselburgh Trail

The Musselburgh Trail is a hidden plaque trail along the River Esk, celebrating local heritage, wildlife and nature. Follow the Read more…

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Myreton Motor Museum

Myreton is home to a large and unique collection of cars, bicycles, commercials, period advertising, posters, enamel signs, pedal cars, Read more…

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National Museum of Flight

Discover a world-class collection of aircraft and hear the fascinating stories of the people who built and flew them at Read more…

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NB Distillery

A family-owned distillery that produces multi award winning and exclusive NB Gin and NB Vodka. NB Distillery offers a unique Read more…

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Newhailes House & Gardens

Newhailes is one of the most impressive 17th century Palladian villas in Scotland. Home to peaceful woodland walks, extensive structural Read more…

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North Berwick Law

North Berwick is a steep conical hill - a volcanic plug - rising to 187 metre (614 feet). The summit Read more…

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North Berwick Lodge Gardens

The Lodge Gardens is a public park located in the centre of North Berwick with large parkland areas and children's Read more…

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North Berwick Sports Centre

With the largest range of indoor sporting facilities in the county, North Berwick Sports Centre is sure to fulfil your Read more…

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Paintbox School of Art

Paintbox is a small, independent Art School based in Cockenzie House and Gardens, which is located the coastal village of Read more…

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Preston Mill

One of the most picturesque spots in East Lothian, Preston Mill is an architectural oddity that dates back to the Read more…

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Preston Tower

This late Medieval townhouse was originally constructed in the 15th century and then repaired and extended upwards in the 17th Read more…

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Prestongrange Museum

Explore mighty Prestongrange, a former hive of industry that employed thousands and revel in its tranquillity today. Free entry to Read more…

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ReBoot Disc Golf

ReBoot Disc Golf Course is located at Foxlake Adventures in Dunbar. We offer a family friendly 9 hole disc golf Read more…

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Scottish Ornithologists' Club

Waterston House is the headquarters of Scotland's birdwatchers' club. It is a resource centre for anyone with an interest in Read more…

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Scottish Seabird Centre

Scotland is fortunate to receive visitors from far and wide but few travellers face as challenging a trip as the Read more…

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Seton Collegiate Church

Due to access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure while we undertake high level masonry inspections, there is currently Read more…

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Shepherd House Garden

Shepherd House and its one-acre garden form a walled triangle in the middle of the 18th century village of Inveresk. Read more…

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St Mary's Parish Church

Situated within 30 minutes of the heart of Edinburgh, Haddington's St Mary's Church is one of the most visually impressive Read more…

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St Mary's Pleasance

This is a heritage walled garden of high horticultural interest, established in 1972 and recently completely renovated. It is run Read more…

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Tantallon Castle

Due to access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure while we undertake high level masonry inspections, there is currently Read more…

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The Brunton

The Brunton is the place to be for the best in quality music, theatre, dance, comedy, children's shows and film. Read more…

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The Fraser Centre

The Fraser Centre is a new community hub, cinema and cafe in Tranent. The fully accessible venue offers a regular Read more…

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Tours at Torness Power Station

Visit our free 5-star award winning interactive visitor centre at Torness Power Station. Why not book a plant tour? See Read more…

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Traprain Law

Traprain Law is a distinct upstanding feature in East Lothian's landscape and site of the famous Roman silver hoard. It Read more…

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West Links Putting Green

East Lothian is well-known as one of Scotland's top golfing regions. Just over the water from the world's true home Read more…

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Westgate Gallery & Orangery Cafe

Situated in the lovely seaside town of North Berwick, the gallery sells quality gifts from Scotland including original works and Read more…

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Yarrow Cookery School

The Yarrow Cookery School is set in the heart of East Lothian. They offer culinary experiences, courses and classes using Read more…

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