East Lothian at Halloween

East Lothian at Halloween 2024 Enjoy Scottish Halloween traditions when you stay with Lettings of Distinction Book your stay at a luxury Lettings of Distinction holiday property for this autumn and enjoy the many activities on offer. East Lothian at Halloween Newhailes House and Gardens Located in Musselburgh, Newhailes House and Gardens is a beautiful 18th-century estate and well worth a visit. In 2024 enjoy a Haunted Halloween Trail at this East Lothian venue, with tickets from just £3 per child. Balgone Estate Just outside North Berwick, you will find Balgone Estate, which will also host Halloween events this year. At 8 acres, the estate boasts the largest pumpkin patch in Scotland where you can Pick Your Own pumpkins for carving or eating this Halloween. The estate will also have a 2km Haunted Trail around the lake during which you can stop by the Crooked Cauldron and enjoy toasted marshmallows. East Links Family Park More Halloween fun is to be had at East Links Family Park in Dunbar from 12th to 31st October 2024, with fancy dress, pumpkin carving and free pumpkins for each child visitor. --------------- We have several properties ideal for a family self-catering break in East Lothian. Greco’s Close and Seaview Loft are both located in Dunbar and ideally situated for enjoying the family activities in the town. --------------- Edinburgh Halloween events 2024 Edinburgh is a short journey from East Lothian and always has plenty of Halloween-themed activities for visitors to the city. The Edinburgh Zoo The Edinburgh Zoo usually holds Halloween events, allowing visitors to see the zoo's residents in a whole new light. With the opportunity to toast marshmallows and learn more about the weird and wonderful creatures at Edinburgh Zoo, this family-friendly event is a great experience for the whole family. At the time of writing, dates have not yet been released. Check the website for more information. Heading into Edinburgh city centre you will find lots more Halloween events. Guided Tours For Harry Potter fans there is the Magical Guided Walking Tour, where you can immerse yourself in the magic of the film franchise with aficionado guides and even take part in a quiz at the end of the tour. If you are interested in learning more about the history behind Scotland’s capital city, pay a visit to the Real Mary King’s Close on the Royal Mile. Here, costumed guides take visitors through the warren of underground streets preserved in time and share the lives of the former residents of the close. Edinburgh Dungeon Another immersive, historic experience can be found at Edinburgh Dungeon. A must for your Halloween trip to Edinburgh, this attraction uses live actors and special effects to bring history to life. From the Courtroom to the Torture Chamber and the Anatomy Theatre, this is not for the faint-hearted! Samhuinn Fire Festival For a traditional Celtic Halloween experience, head to Holyrood Park on 31st October 2024 for the Samhuinn Fire Festival. Celebrating the transition from summer to winter, this ancient festival is an unforgettable experience. As the audience watches the performances, drumming and fire displays they are invited to reflect on change not just in terms of the seasons, but also in terms of the changes we all experience throughout life. --------------- If you are looking to stay close to the city of Edinburgh this Halloween, why not consider The Old Millhouse? This fantastic large holiday home, located just 8 miles from Edinburgh, is situated in 3.5 acres of gardens, this historic coach house offers an idyllic retreat for your next trip to Scotland. --------------- Halloween at Traquair House 2024 Traquair House, Scotland’s oldest inhabited house, is located in the Scottish Borders and is a great day trip from East Lothian. On 27th October 2024, Traquair will play host to family Halloween events, including a pumpkin treasure hunt and ghost stories in the woods.

East Lothian at Halloween