
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden
Sat 15 Aug · 01:00
Archerfield Walled Garden
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Archerfield Walled Garden in Edinburgh is set to welcome visitors on Saturday 15 August, participating in Scotland's Gardens Scheme. This exceptional garden boasts a variety of thoughtfully designed themed areas, ensuring visual appeal throughout the year. Guests can wander through a vibrant perennial meadow, discover the bounty of a productive potager, and admire the rich hues of the colourful cutting gardens. Beyond these, an engaging wildlife area awaits, complete with charming willow tunnels, an intriguing stumpery, and a tranquil pond, all complemented by beautifully maintained ornamental borders. The garden's commitment to sustainability is evident in its practices, notably the adoption of a 'no dig' approach. Further information regarding admission prices can be found on the garden's dedicated website.
Our gardens comprise a series of themed spaces designed for year-round interest. We adopt sustainable practices including a ‘no dig’ approach. Explore our perennial meadow with swaying grasses and fruit trees. See incredible edibles in the potager and polytunnel complete with grapevine, colourful cutting gardens, a wildlife area with willow tunnels, stumpery and pond. Our ornamental borders brim with monochrome and textural plants and our water-saving garden features drought tolerant species in shades of blue, rust and orange. Visit our artist-in-residence in the potting shed and take wee ones on a minibeast hunt. Come wander, sit and enjoy. There is so much to see! Directions: By bus East Coast Buses, no 124 from Edinburgh. 2nd bus stop after Gullane, at entrance to Archerfield Estate then a 10 minute walk to Archerfield Walled Garden. By car via A198 East Lothian coast road, turn into Archerfield Estate, one minute drive to car park at Archerfield Walled Garden. Or refer to our website. Other details: Homemade bakes on the lawn, freshly cut flowers, take-away cakes, produce and preserves. Garden tours 12pm and 3pm. Botanical casting exhibition. Free children’s minibeast trail. Image credit: Delia Ridley-Thomas
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden takes place on Saturday, 15 August 2026 at 01:00.
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden is held at Archerfield Walled Garden in Edinburgh (Archerfield Estate, Dirleton EH39 5HQ).
Entry to Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden is free.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden
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Archerfield Walled Garden in Edinburgh is set to welcome visitors on Saturday 15 August, participating in Scotland's Gardens Scheme. This exceptional garden boasts a variety of thoughtfully designed themed areas, ensuring visual appeal throughout the year. Guests can wander through a vibrant perennial meadow, discover the bounty of a productive potager, and admire the rich hues of the colourful cutting gardens. Beyond these, an engaging wildlife area awaits, complete with charming willow tunnels, an intriguing stumpery, and a tranquil pond, all complemented by beautifully maintained ornamental borders. The garden's commitment to sustainability is evident in its practices, notably the adoption of a 'no dig' approach. Further information regarding admission prices can be found on the garden's dedicated website.
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Our gardens comprise a series of themed spaces designed for year-round interest. We adopt sustainable practices including a ‘no dig’ approach. Explore our perennial meadow with swaying grasses and fruit trees. See incredible edibles in the potager and polytunnel complete with grapevine, colourful cutting gardens, a wildlife area with willow tunnels, stumpery and pond. Our ornamental borders brim with monochrome and textural plants and our water-saving garden features drought tolerant species in shades of blue, rust and orange. Visit our artist-in-residence in the potting shed and take wee ones on a minibeast hunt. Come wander, sit and enjoy. There is so much to see! Directions: By bus East Coast Buses, no 124 from Edinburgh. 2nd bus stop after Gullane, at entrance to Archerfield Estate then a 10 minute walk to Archerfield Walled Garden. By car via A198 East Lothian coast road, turn into Archerfield Estate, one minute drive to car park at Archerfield Walled Garden. Or refer to our website. Other details: Homemade bakes on the lawn, freshly cut flowers, take-away cakes, produce and preserves. Garden tours 12pm and 3pm. Botanical casting exhibition. Free children’s minibeast trail. Image credit: Delia Ridley-Thomas
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Archerfield Walled GardenArcherfield Estate, Dirleton EH39 5HQ
North Berwick Coastal, Edinburgh
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When is Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden?
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden takes place on Saturday, 15 August 2026 at 01:00.
Where is Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden taking place?
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden is held at Archerfield Walled Garden in Edinburgh (Archerfield Estate, Dirleton EH39 5HQ).
How much are tickets for Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden?
Entry to Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden is free.
How do I get tickets for Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden?
Tickets for Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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