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Explore this glorious historic park just 5 miles from Edinburgh and enjoy fun for all the family

Just five miles from Edinburgh's city centre, you'll find Restoration Yard at Dalkeith Country Park, a gorgeous store, café and wellbeing space in the restored stables and courtyard. And alongside it, Fort Douglas playground is perfect for the kids to blow off steam. All surrounded by 1000 acres of wonderful park and woodland, with walking, cycling, horse-riding and picnicking
www.restorationyard.com

21/10/2026

Fantastic news from our sister-estate Drumlanrig Castle & Country Estate - definitely worth a visit!

16/10/2026

Midlothian and Edinburgh, your Halloween plans are sorted! 🎃

From spooky trails to Halloween films on the big screen, there’s plenty to get excited about at Dalkeith Country Park.

👻 Save this for later, share it with your Halloween crew and book your tickets! https://www.dalkeithcountrypark.co.uk/events/

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13/10/2026

12/10/2026

Would you like to WIN a year of Fort Douglas visits?!

If you’re visiting Fort Douglas for our Halloween Trail 'Rangers of the Radiant Realm' or joining us for one of our Halloween movie nights, why not come along in your best Halloween costume?

Between 10 October - 1st November, snap a photo during your visit and send it to us at [email protected] for your chance to WIN Fort Douglas tickets for a whole year.

We can’t wait to see your spookiest, silliest and most spectacular costumes! Good luck!

T&Cs: Open to visitors taking part in Halloween activities at Fort Douglas between 10 October and 1 November 2026. One winner will be selected at random to receive 12 months of Fort Douglas passes for up to 2 adults and 3 children. Winner will be contacted directly and an alternative winner may be selected if no response is received. Prize is non-transferable and no cash alternative is available. By entering, you confirm you have permission to share your photo for competition purposes. Dalkeith Country Park reserves the right to amend, suspend or withdraw the competition if necessary. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook, Instagram or Meta.

10/10/2026

Are you ready to become a Ranger of the Radiant Realm? If you’re visiting Fort Douglas this October holiday, be sure to pick up a free trail leaflet.

Wind your way through the twisting woodland maze to uncover Duchess Anna’s clues and complete the mission to become a Master Keeper of the Light.

This activity is included in your Fort Douglas ticket from 10th October - 1st November.

Book your Fort Douglas tickets now, link in bio.

08/10/2026

From festive family traditions to first-time visits, we love being part of your Christmas memories. ✨

WinterFest is returning to Dalkeith Country Park, and all tickets are now available to book!

From skating, Santa experiences and festive workshops to Christmas trees, seasonal food and drink, and after-dark adventures, there’s something for every age and stage of the festive season.

Have a browse, pick your favourites and we’ll see you this winter.

Book: https://www.dalkeithcountrypark.co.uk/event/winterfest_2026/

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07/10/2026

Art, ceramics, makers, shopping and cake.

From the 8th - 11th October, Visual Arts Scotland returns to Dalkeith Palace for a full weekend celebrating creativity in all its forms. Explore two free events under one historic roof.

Open each day 10am - 4pm, discover The Whole and The Hole, a moving image exhibition exploring ideas of space, absence and transformation, alongside The Space Between, their largest Graduate showcase to date.

Then from 10th - 11th October, why not also browse the VAS Artist & Makers Market, featuring original artwork, ceramics, jewellery, textiles, prints and more from talented Scottish artists and makers.

Plus, back for the last time this year, make a day of it and stop by Mimi’s Bakehouse at The Palace Pantry for coffee, cakes, light lunches and afternoon tea*

🔸Exhibition: 8th - 11th October
🔸Artist & Makers Market: 10th & 11th October
🔸Free to attend

*must be booked in advance

06/10/2026

Need a few ideas for your next day out? 👀

It might be closer than you think.

Just outside Edinburgh, you’ll find a little list of things we’d recommend adding to your plans:
🌳 A wander through the park trails
☕ Coffee, cake & a little browse around Restoration Yard
🔥 Some time out at Soul Water Sauna
🎬 Halloween Outdoor Cinema under the stars

Save this one for later and send it to the person you’re always making plans with.

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Address

Via The King's Gate
Dalkeith
EH221ST

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 7pm
Tuesday	7am - 7pm
Wednesday	7am - 7pm
Thursday	7am - 7pm
Friday	7am - 7pm
Saturday	7am - 7pm
Sunday	7am - 7pm

Telephone

+441316541666

Website

http://www.dalkeithcountrypark.co.uk/, https://linktr.ee/dalkeith_country_park

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