EXPLORE EAST LOTHIAN
Famous for it's internationally renowned Golf Coast, Bass Rock and the John Muir Way there's more to East Lothian than you may expect.
Below is a small sample of the heritage the area (and surrounding areas) have to offer - with some offering free access. We're close to Edinburgh too for day visits, Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Festival, Edinburgh Fringe, or gigs.
Seton Castle
Located approx. 300 yards from the accomodation Seton Castle can be accessed via the biodivesity area. A popular retreat for Mary Queen of Scots the castle was Robert Adam's final project in Scotland.
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The property is adjacent to Seton Collegiate Church which is now in the care of Historic Scotland.
Gosford House
Just 7-minutes by car or just under an hour's walk on unspoilt, natural beaches Gosford House's neoclassical architecture attracts visitors from all over the world. It boasts tours of the house and gardens, open days, a magnificent wedding venue and it has been the venue for several tv and film adapations. The grounds are open all year round and host magnificent firework and lightshow displays.
Edinburgh Festival & Fringe
Edinburgh Fringe is the largest performance arts festival in the world. The International Festival is revered the world over. Our location affords the opportunity to enjoy all that the festivals and Edinburgh have to offer but also retreat to recharge batteries in a more relaxed space with natural beaches. Edinburgh is accessible by public transport - train and bus.
Preston Grange Industrial Heritage Museum
For over 400 years Prestongrange was a focus of industry. A harbour, glass works, pottery, colliery and brickworks have all left their marks on the landscape including winding gear, a vast brick kiln and a Cornish beam engine. Cradled by woodland the site is now a haven for wildlife where you can explore these monumental relics of Scotland's industrial heritage.
Scottish Seabird Centre
Scotland is internationally renowned for shorebirds, seabirds, sea mammals, coastal mammals and coastal plants. Scotland's marine environment is exceptional and diverse. Over 18,000km of coastline, more than 900 islands, and around 61% of the UK's seas Scotland is home to more than 6,500 species of animals and plants.
National Museum of Flight
Learn about the history of aviation from the First World War to the present day and immerse yourself in interactive galleries, supersonic experiences and the historic hangars and airfield. Get on board Scotland's Concorde to discover what transatlantic flight was like for its passengers and crew and learn more about its supersonic legacy.
