Arniston House
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Overview
Arniston House has been home to the Dundas family for more than four centuries, and is a Palladian-style mansion set in beautiful parkland. Inside is intricate stucco work, alongside period furniture and portraits. Entry is by guided tour only and includes the dining room, drawing room, and library which is home to a very special ceramics collection. Visitors are free to wander the grounds and enjoy views of nearby Edinburgh.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open May-Jun, Tue-Wed; Jul-mid Sep, Tue, Wed & Sun. Tours at 2 & 3.30. Pre arranged groups (10+) accepted all year
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
About the area
With the Pentland Hills climbing to the west, the Moorfoot Hills to the south, and Edinburgh right on its doorstep, Midlothian is high up on the agenda for many visitors to Scotland. South of Edinburgh’s city bypass lies a swathe of former coal-mining country.
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