Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair
Visitors can wander through the decorated Main House accompanied by live festive music while browsing unique creations from more than 50 artisan exhibitors. Dining options include seasonal dishes and treats at The Stables Kitchen as well as pre-booked Festive Afternoon Tea in the Carriage Room. An outdoor Food Village also serves handmade pizzas, hog roast, churros, hot chocolate, and mulled wine.
What to Expect
Over 50 artisan exhibitors inside a decorated Georgian stately home.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Hopetoun
Food & Drink
The Stables Kitchen serves warming seasonal dishes, sweet treats and festive favourites; pre-booked Festive Afternoon Tea is served in the Carriage Room, while the outdoor Food Village offers handmade pizzas, hog roast, churros, frothy hot chocolate and mulled wine.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Christmas shoppers and gift seekers
Vibe
Elegant and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Tickets from £11.50. No other ticket types or prices are stated. – Get tickets
- Hours: Friday 10:00 am to Sunday 4:30 pm.
- Parking: Parking at Hopetoun is free for visitors with a House & Grounds or Grounds only ticket, except at large public events when additional charges may apply.
Tips & Advice
- Follow brown tourist signs towards South Queensferry or use EH30 9RW for Farquhar Terrace; do not approach via the Bo’ness road A904, which has no access.
- Pre-book Festive Afternoon Tea in the Carriage Room, as it is available by advance booking only.
- Subscribe to Hopetoun’s newsletter for exclusive ticket access from Friday 11 September, before general sales begin Saturday 12 September.
- Check parking arrangements before travelling: parking is free with House & Grounds or Grounds-only tickets, but large public events may incur extra charges.
- Bring a warm layer if you plan to use the outdoor Food Village, so you are comfortable while eating outside.
Special Events & Promotions
- Festive Afternoon Tea in the Carriage Room, by pre-booking only.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see and do?
You wander through the decorated Main House to live festive music. Over 50 exhibitors sell artisan crafts, seasonal gifts, locally sourced produce and handmade pieces, many by local makers.
Where can we eat?
The Stables Kitchen serves seasonal dishes, sweet treats and festive favourites. Outside, the Food Village has handmade pizzas, hog roast with all the trimmings, hot chocolate, churros and mulled wine.
Can we have afternoon tea?
Yes. Festive Afternoon Tea is served in the Carriage Room, but only if you pre-book.
Is there parking?
Parking at Hopetoun is free, though extra charges may apply at large public events.
Any tips for driving there?
Follow the brown tourist signs towards South Queensferry, or use postcode EH30 9RW. That takes you to Farquhar Terrace, and from there it's a straight road for about 1.5 miles. There's no access from the Bo'ness road (A904), even if your sat nav says otherwise.
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