Opening Times
May – June 2024
Closed for the season
GROUNDS (Free) will be open 12pm to 5pm each Tuesday and Wednesday in the 2024 season.
Closed for the season
GUIDED TOURS – Guided tours of the house will begin at 2pm each Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon in the 2024 season.
July to 15th September 2024
Closed for the season
GROUNDS (Free) will be open 12pm to 5pm each Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday in the 2024 season.
Closed for the season
GUIDED TOURS -Guided tours of the house will begin at 2pm each Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday afternoon in the 2024 season.
Contact Us
Arniston House & Estate Office
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: +44(0)1875 830515
Address:
Arniston House
Gorebridge
Midlothian
EH23 4RY
Vacancies
There are no vacancies at this time
House Guided Tours
Guided tour tickets will be available to purchase from April 2024
2024 Arniston Bonfire Night Fireworks Party
Tickets go on Sale on Saturday, 5th October 2024 on our Eventbrite site
Gates will open at 5:30pm on Tuesday, 5th November with bonfires lit at 6:30pm, 6:45pm and 7pm followed by a spectacular fireworks display at 7:30pm. There will be coffee, cocoa and tea with freshly popped popcorn available in the Orangery and yummy hot food available from our licensed partners Wee Green Events.
Welcome to
Arniston House
Arniston Estate is a 6,000 acre, working estate that is a wonderful example of thriving rural businesses and country lifestyle set within a short commute to the vibrant capital city of Edinburgh. Just 2 miles from the train station or 25 minutes by car, Arniston House offers the perfect blend of a countryside retreat a stone’s throw from the attractions and excitement of Edinburgh.
Arniston has been home to the Dundas family since 1571 and the family still live in the house today. The present owners, the Dundas-Bekker family have been involved in a long programme of restoration work and continue to lovingly reinstate the home that had been ravaged by dry rot in the 1950’s.
One of the most rewarding aspects is the opportunity to share this beautiful home and its history with visitors, taking them on an intriguing, 90-minute tour putting the house into context with not only the family history but Scottish and world events.
The family’s administration of Arniston House and the estate is guided by an unwavering commitment to preserving this remarkable legacy of history, architecture and art. The Arniston House collection contains generations of family portraits and exquisite artworks by artists such as Ramsay, Raeburn and Nasmyth; as well as beautiful period furniture, stunning architecture and stucco work. The grounds, policies and surrounding woodlands offer a peaceful and relaxing space to spend time in throughout the seasons.
With five charming holiday cottages available for year-round accommodation, we can also offer a range of activities for our guests to book on the estate to enhance their experience while staying with us.
Welcome to
Arniston House
Arniston Estate is a 6,000 acre, working estate that is a wonderful example of thriving rural businesses and country lifestyle set within a short commute to the exciting and amazing city of Edinburgh. Just 2 miles from the rail station or 25 minutes by car, Arniston House offers the perfect blend of a countryside retreat a stone’s throw from the attractions and excitement of Edinburgh.
With five charming holiday cottages available for year-round accommodation, we can also offer a range of activities for our guests to book on the estate to enhance their experience while staying with us.
House Guided Tours
Guided tour tickets will be available to purchase from April 2023
2023 Arniston Bonfire Night Fireworks Party
We’re so excited to welcome you to Arniston for our 7th Annual Bonfire Night Fireworks Party on Sunday, 5th November. Gates will open at 6pm with yummy food and treats available to purchase from the Midlothian 1st Scouts and Wee Green Events.
Bonfires will begin lighting at 6:30pm and the fireworks display will start at 7:30pm. So get your tickets and we’ll see you for a great, family fun evening at Arniston.
Opening Times
May – June 2023
GROUNDS (Free) are open 12pm to 5pm each Tuesday and Wednesday.
GUIDED TOURS – Guided tours of the house leaving at 2pm each Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon.
July to 10th September 2023
GROUNDS (Free) are open 12pm to 5pm each Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday
GUIDED TOURS – Guided tours of the house leaving at 2pm each Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday afternoon.
Contact Us
Arniston House & Estate Office
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: +44(0)1875 830515
Address:
Arniston House
Gorebridge
Midlothian
EH23 4RY
Vacancies
There are no vacancies at this time
An Arniston Wedding
With a range of wedding packages available for you to chose from, every last detail of your wedding can be customised to meet the exact vision you have for your day. Surrounded by the beauty of the countryside, an experienced Events Team and a timeless charm, you are sure to have the wedding of your dreams when booking an Arniston Wedding.
Follow Arniston Estate on social media for up to the minute news about our exciting range of events and unique programme of activities on our estate. Also, don’t forget to tag us in your photos using the hashtag #arnistonestate
Heritage
The land once occupied by the Knights Templar and The Knights of St. John was purchased in 1571 for a second son, James, by George Dundas. Birth place of two Presidents of the Court of Session, Henry Dundas, 1st Viscount Melville and a fond favourite of Sir Walter Scott, Arniston has more than four centuries of family history, heritage and is an integral part of Scottish and World history.
Arniston House
Gorebridge
Midlothian
EH23 4RY
[email protected]
01875 830 515
Getting here by car
From the south – A7 turn left onto the B6372 road sign posted Penicuik and Temple, Arniston is then the second turning on the right which is about a mile from the A7. From the north – it is the same procedure turning right onto the B6372. Arniston is about 40 minutes from central Edinburgh
Getting here by public transport
By Rail: Gorebridge train station is on the Tweedbank to Edinburgh Waverly line and is just 2 miles from Arniston. It is advisable to pre book a taxi if required.
By Bus: The nearest bus stop to Arniston is just 2 miles from the house. The stop is the last stop on the route called Birkenside. From the A7 follow the brown signs to the house on the B6372.
