Location: South Queensferry
Top Things to do in South Queensferry
Things to do in South Queensferry, Scotland: The Best Historic Sites
Queensferry, also called South Queensferry or simply "The Ferry", is a town to the west of Edinburgh, Scotland, traditionally a royal burgh of West Lothian. It lies some ten miles to the north-west of Edinburgh city centre, on the shore of the Firth of Forth between the Forth Bridge, Forth Road Bridge and the Queensferry Crossing. The prefix South serves to distinguish it from North Queensferry, on the opposite shore of the Forth. Both towns derive their name from the ferry service established by Queen Margaret in the 11th century, which continued to operate at the town until 1964, when the Road Bridge was opened.
Restaurants in South Queensferry
1. Hopetoun House
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4.5 based on 565 reviews
Hopetoun House & Grounds are now closed until Friday 10th April 2020. Visit Hopetoun and discover a place of beauty, tranquility and architectural magnificence dating from the 17th century. It has been home to the Hope Family since the late 1600’s and the present Lord Hopetoun and his family still live in Hopetoun House. Hopetoun House, a remarkable and beautiful stately home, is filled with stunning collections and sits in majestic grounds with nature trails and scenic walks.
Reviewed By 802brendag - Linlithgow, United Kingdom
Hopetoun Farm Shop (linked to Hopetoun House) is near Hopetoun Garden Centre off the road to Newton. It was a delight to shop there where all 3 members of staff I dealt with were enthusiastic about the products they were selling, and (in the case of the butcher counter) had made.
2. Inchcolm Abbey and Island
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4.5 based on 938 reviews
Inchcolm Abbey was established on this island originally as a priory by David I in 1235. It is the best-preserved group of monastic buildings in Scotland. It was the dream of Alexander I to establish a monastery on the island after he sheltered on it during a storm. But following his death, it was his brother David I who invited Augustinian canons to establish a priory, which was later given full abbey status. The abbey has a dramatic location which you can see from the boat before you arrive on the island. The medieval stone screens inside the belltower are rare survivals of medieval church fixtures and the 13th century well-painting is a rare medieval fresco. The island is also famed for its seals, wildlife and coastal defences from the two world wars.
Reviewed By 483stuartj - Coventry, United Kingdom
Boat trip out to the island with comfort, bar and great commentary on features across the Forth set the scene for the beauty of the island The abbey is in an excellent state of preservation giving you a real sense of what life would have been like for the monks. Walks around the island offer stunning views, chance to explore WW2 fortifications and wonderful encounters with wild life. We were too late to see the puffins but seals were seen in great numbers Excellent day out for visitors of all ages and the monastery provided cover if you are unfortunate enough to encounter some rain Highly recommended
3. Dalmeny House
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4.0 based on 35 reviews
4. Queensferry Museum
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4.0 based on 70 reviews
Queensferry Museum showcases the past and traditions of historic Queensferry and neighbouring Dalmeny. The museum has stunning views out onto the Firth of Forth and the UNESCO World Heritage site, the Forth Bridge. Whether your interest is social history, folk traditions or civic engineering, there is something here for everyone to enjoy.
Reviewed By anoomk
Further up the High street, Queensferry Museum boasts a fascinating showcase of the history and traditions of South Queensferry, as well as a wealth of information on the Forth Bridges. It's really great little museum (and free) and has some fantastic information about the construction of the Bridges.
5. Midhope Castle
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4.0 based on 208 reviews
Midhope Castle is believed to have been built in the mid-late 15th Century (earliest reference 1458) and today stands as a derelict castle on private land on the Hopetoun Estate near the village of Abercorn. Visitors can access the castle but there are a few restrictions and visitor guidelines due to it being located in a busy working area on the Estate. For more information on the castle please visit the website in this listing for full details.
Reviewed By CelticHeritageC - Dalgety Bay, United Kingdom
THE HIGHLIGHT of any Outlander pilgrimage, the family seat of Jamie, Lallybroch. Or its lesser used name, Midhope Castle. Viewing is only from the outside as it is derelict inside, however most Outlander fans are more than content viewing from the outside. This area is particularly good for visiting Outlander filming locations with Abercorn Kirkyard very close by (Frank's Grave); a short drive from Blackness Castle (Fort William); Hopetoun House (Various settings such as the Duke Sandringham's home; a Parisian street; dual location between the duke and the MacDonalds); while further drive past Blackness turn off is Linlithgow Palace (Some interiors of Wentworth Prison). Just bare in mind the Midhope Castle is not a visitor attraction and such so does not have toilets etc and visitors need to be mindful of the local houses and their residents, however the house on the right sometimes has excellent free range eggs for sale!
