What to do and see in East Lothian, Scotland: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

December 2, 2021 Darleen Reid

Discover the best top things to do in East Lothian, United Kingdom including Winton Castle, Seacliff Stables, Gullane Beach, North Berwick Law, Coast to Coast Surf School, Gosford House, NB Distillery, John Muir Alpacas, Glenkinchie Distillery, Gullane Golf Club.
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1. Winton Castle

Winton Estate, Pencaitland EH34 5AT Scotland +44 1875 340222 [email protected] http://www.wintoncastle.co.uk
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5.0 based on 43 reviews

Winton Castle

Winton lands predate the Magna Carta; and the Setons built the House before Leonardo da Vinci established his reputation. Their architect, the King's Master Mason, didn't work on ordinary castles! His carved, twisted chimneys still herald the palace within and his ornate plaster ceilings are the most elaborate in Scotland. A Castle for Hire with a Warm Welcome Winton House remains a private house, but one which is available for hire for a wide variety of functions. It has architectural grandeur and history, but is not aloof or austere; you are welcomed warmly as a guest into a home (mine!). Corporate Events with a Twist Winton House can be exclusively yours for memorable corporate events, gala dinners, incentive events, private parties and special celebrations. The House's interconnecting reception rooms are ideally laid out for conferences and meetings. A Wedding Venue with Real Romance For a truly Scottish wedding, Winton is one of the most romantic wedding venues in the country and will make your big day a memorable one. Look no further if you're considering country house or castle wedding venues! If you're looking to develop your management team's performance and collaborative skills then we can offer a range of interesting and innovative events, including: 4x4 driving; Archery; Clay Pigeon Shooting; Falconry; Golf (East Lothian has some of the finest courses in Scotland); The Winton Highland Games; Hovercraft driving; Whisky tasting; and Wine and Champagne tasting.

Reviewed By K8reviews - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

My husband and I got married at Winton Castle in February 2020, it was the most special day and weekend we could have imagined! The castle is such a beautiful venue, the room layout flows perfectly and it felt both grand and homely with the fires lit. Every room is beautiful - so there was no need to decorate them much further; we chose to add some table decorations and that’s it. With infinite thanks to the Winton staff, particularly our wedding planner Rae, the event ran smoothly from the day we first contacted Winton! We didn’t have to worry about anything; on our wedding day, I was confident that Rae and the Team had it all organised, they did and it all happened effortlessly! Wedding planning: Rae was absolutely fantastic! She kept us on-track, asking all the right questions and prompting for information in plenty of time - it never felt stressful. There was never any pressure or ‘up-selling’. Rae just seemed to understand exactly the type of wedding day we wanted, and arranged everything in such a calm way. Thank you! Accommodation: My family (9 adults, 2 children) stayed in Winton Cottage for the long weekend and were delighted with the accommodation from arrival to departure. It felt like a home, and there was plenty of space for everyone! I slept at the Cottage the night before the wedding (Friday night) which worked so well. There was plenty of space for some quiet time which was lovely! The Winton Team were very accommodating, providing extra towels for my husband and two Best Men to get showered and ready at the Cottage after I had left. I’d definitely stay there again for a holiday! On the day: I woke up having slept well in the Cottage, I had plenty of time for a relaxed breakfast with everyone and zero worries about transport to the venue! My dad then drove me, my sisters and our things (2mins drive/ ~700m) to the Castle where we got ready in one of the gorgeous bedrooms in the Castle! There was plenty of room for us and to have our make-up artist and hairdresser both working their magic at the same time. Our photographer had worked at Winton Castle many times before so he knew what he was doing. The Winton staff were brilliant! Rae was a calm and friendly face before entering the wedding ceremony! Throughout the day, the Winton staff were friendly and attentive but you also barely knew they were there - delivering excellent service without any fuss! On such a quick day, they made sure there were opportunities for my husband and I to have a few minutes to ourselves, to take it all in which we loved. We stayed overnight in the Castle in the beautiful bedroom and bathroom. Having a leisurely breakfast in the ceremony room the morning after was lovely and allowed us to soak up how special our wedding day was. Thanks again to all of the Winton Team x

2. Seacliff Stables

Seacliff, North Berwick EH39 5PP Scotland +44 7768 627547 http://www.seacliffstables.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 91 reviews

Seacliff Stables

Come and enjoy the stunning views and scenery in some of Scotland's best countryside on horseback. There is minimum traffic as we only ride on private land. Many of our horses are home-bred, with a range to suit all levels and abilities. The horses are trustworthy school masters which allows beginners, nervous riders and children to gain experience and confidence. We also cater for the more capable riders as we have a large range of experienced competition horses to suit each individual.We also have pony days where children can enjoy looking after and caring for a pony whilst learning true horsemanship. Keep looking at website or facebook page for updates on pony days.We can also offer this experience to adults who have missed out on this in their junior years whether it be individual or groups! If you have a young child wishing to have a go then we also offer half an hour rides.

Reviewed By jeannieshaw_moriah - Tulsa, United States

5 of us, ranging in age from 7 to 57 went on an hour long ride at Seacliff Stables. We had 1 total beginner (7 year old) 2 with a little experience and 2 more experienced riders. Seacliff matched us perfectly with wonderful horses and 1 pony for the 7 year old. Gorgeous horses and so well behaved! The scenery is absolutely spectacular!! I wish we could have ridden here all day! They took us through the country side, beautiful fields overlooking castle ruins and incredible views of Bass Rock, then onto the beach where we trotted the horses a bit. It was a simply wonderful morning with the sweetest and friendliness staff who took such good care of us! I highly recommend booking with Seacliff Stables!

3. Gullane Beach

Gullane Scotland
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5.0 based on 159 reviews

Gullane Beach

Reviewed By keepp2014 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

A beautiful clean wide stretch of coastline, wonderful at low tide. Loved by families, dog walkers, couples or even those just looking for a bit of solitude - big enough to accommodate all. Enjoy, breathe deep

4. North Berwick Law

Law Road, North Berwick Scotland
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5.0 based on 144 reviews

North Berwick Law

Reviewed By dakiro - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Fantastic place to visit and have a walk. Managed to walk to the top in 40 minutes, really slowly. I think you would benefit from walking around it first and then walking to the top. Really nice area and you can see a lot from the very top. Very windy at the time, much more than at the bottom - maybe not so suitable for a smallish child for safety reasons - would need to be careful so the wind does not push them off.

5. Coast to Coast Surf School

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5.0 based on 126 reviews

Coast to Coast Surf School

Coast to Coast Surf school has grown a reputation Scotland wide for high quality surf sports teaching, with a team of experienced instructors offering quality lessons and courses for both Surfing and Bodyboarding. We also run Stand up paddle board and Coasteering classes. For the more adventurous we offer amazing surf camps on the west coast islands and north coast of Scotland

6. Gosford House

Gosford Rd, Aberlady EH32 0LF Scotland +44 1875 870808 http://www.gosfordhouse.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

Gosford House

Reviewed By brianhN5441HF - Longniddry, United Kingdom

Lovely farm shop , easy disabled access walks , beautiful ponds , some wildlife. Some boggy bits so wear boots if wet weather. Interesting buildings scattered around the estate particularly liked the mausoleum and the quaint little building beside the smaller pond. Unfortunately dogs have to be kept on lead due to the wildlife and some farm animals. But otherwise enjoyed my visit. There is a play area near the farm shop for kids. Would recommend if you enjoy a relaxing walk in woodlands and have a few hours to spare.

7. NB Distillery

Halflandbarns, North Berwick EH39 5PW Scotland +44 1620 894744 [email protected] http://www.nbdistillery.com
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5.0 based on 61 reviews

NB Distillery

A real distillery that produces multi award winning NB Gin, vodka and rum offering a luxury visitor experience and The Cellar Door shop that has great cellar door prices on all products!

Reviewed By brianmX8418JA - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

The NB Distillery tour and gin tasting was a great 75 minutes. We were met by very friendly and knowledgeable guides. They told us the interesting story of the creation and the short history of the distillery , which included a tour of the production facility. We then enjoyed a tasting session of their excellent products (three gins, a vodka and one of their three rums), before buying some "souvenirs" and departing with broad smiles on our faces!

8. John Muir Alpacas

Dunbar EH42 1XF Scotland [email protected] http://www.johnmuiralpacas.co.uk
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John Muir Alpacas

John Muir Alpacas is an exciting new trekking and tourism business close to John Muir Country Park and the John Muir Way in Dunbar.

Reviewed By laurenhU4590WA

Highly recommend a John Muir Alpaca Trek, such a wonderful experience, in a beautiful location. We had the most amazing morning with, Bertie, Ouzo, Toby and Harry and the wonderful owner Jen, who greeted us with a warm welcome, and made everyone feel right at home. We went on a lovely walk through the woods, which leads you out onto the most stunning beach on the estuary of John Muir. The Alpacas are just amazing, gentle, funny, inquisitive and they love a wee selfie! My Dad got paired with Ouzo, it was the perfect pairing! He’s just like my Dad, laid back and a proper gent! Jen paired everyone perfectly, as no one was in a hurry to hand them back after the trek! Thank you John Muir Alpacas, we look forward to coming back to visit soon.

9. Glenkinchie Distillery

Pencaitland EH34 5ET Scotland +44 1875 342012 [email protected] http://www.glenkinchiedistillery.com
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4.5 based on 874 reviews

Glenkinchie Distillery

Glenkinchie proudly serves as one of the Four Corners distilleries of Johnnie Walker. We distil the Edinburgh Malt that is enjoyed around the world on its own and as a vital component of Johnnie Walker whiskies. Discover the generous spirit of our garden home where we create our rare Lowland style whisky, evoking fragrant flowers, dried cut grass, and nutty cereal. Following Scottish Government guidelines through their phased re-opening approach, the time has come to open our doors and welcome back our visitors from 3rd May 2021. To ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees and visitors, we will be implementing a number of precautionary measures. Find out how we are keeping you safe on our website before you visit us. We look forward to welcoming you at Glenkinchie, the Lowland Home of Johnnie Walker.

Reviewed By duncanc487

Went on the Warehouse Tour with my Dad. Was a great experience with the Guide Keith. The tour was informative and enjoyable and we got to see the whiskey making process as well as going round the warehouse and getting to sample 3 whiskeys. 2 of those whiskeys were poured directly from the cask, which was a great experience and well worth the additional cost. Booking the shuttle bus is easy with them and definitely the best way to get to and from the distillery. If you get the opportunity to go to this distillery its an enjoyable experience and the shop has some great purchase options too.

10. Gullane Golf Club

Gullane Golf Club West Links Road, Gullane EH31 2BB Scotland +44 1620 842255 [email protected] http://www.gullanegolfclub.com/
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4.5 based on 208 reviews

Gullane Golf Club

Reviewed By Busybeebomb

played 3 rounds of golf, from the pro shop to the temerary cafe friendly helpful staff everywhwre, great experiance

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