Welcome to East Lothian
With over 40 miles of stunning coastline, golden beaches, rolling countryside, award-winning attractions, excellent food & drink and the world’s finest links golf courses, we have the best of Scotland! It may feel like a million miles away, but it’s only minutes from Edinburgh. East Lothian is not only a great place to visit, it is a great place to live and work. Have a look at just some of the things that make this a wonderful place.
Upcoming Events
Find out what’s happening in East Lothian with events and festivals that attract people from all over the world to celebrate Scotland's fascinating heritage and wonderful culture featuring the best of Scottish music, arts, food & drink, innovation, sport and entertainment.
A weekend of words and music events & workshops for all ages set in the beautiful coastal town of Dunbar. Visit here for more information.
11:00am-7:00pm
A day of horse racing, featuring the £100,000 William Hill Scottish Sprint Club, as well as fashion parades & musical entertainment. Visit here for more information.
9:00am-5:00pm
Experience a day filled with theatrical wonders, arts, crafts, performances, music, dance, food & creative pursuits at the first ever Scottish Fairy Trail. Visit here for more information.
10:00am-5:00pm
Join one of Scotland's biggest hands-on LEGO event. Visit here for more information.
10:00am-5:00pm
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Airship R.34's first transatlantic flight. Visit here for more information.
12:00pm-4:00pm
Meet the defenders, both royalist and covenanters, find out the difference between Scots and English soldiers, walk through the working living history camp, handle weapons of the time and watch as the soldiers perform an impressive pike drill. Included in normal admission price.
1:30pm-4:00pm
Watch top harness racing trainers, horses and drivers. Visit here for more information.
9:00am-1:00pm
Farmers' Market featuring a wide range of locally produced food & drink. Visit here for more information.
12:00pm-6:00pm
Featuring a selection of the UK's most acclaimed street food traders with a family-friendly carnival atmosphere. Visit here for more information.
2:00pm-5:00pm
An afternoon of exhilarating flat racing by the coast, a great way to add some excitement into your week! Visit here for more information.
2:00pm-5:00pm
Join us for one our special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warefare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show. Visit here for more information.
2:00pm-5:00pm
Join us for our one of our 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show. Visit here for more information.
2:00pm-8:00pm
Join us for one of our special 'Man at Arms' talks, which tell tales of siege warfare and castle life, with a selection of medieval weapons on show. Visit here for more information.
8:00am-6:00pm
The ASI Scottish Open returns to East Lothian when The Renissance Club hosts Scotland's National Open on the European Tour for the first time. Visit here for details.
2:20pm-5:35pm
Enjoy some holiday fun, seven exciting races, face painting, and children's entertainment . It's the perfect family day out!. Visit here for more information.
12:00pm-6:00pm
Featuring a selection of the UK's most acclaimed street food traders with a family-friendly carnival atmosphere. Visit here for information.
9:00am-1:00pm
Farmers' Market featuring a wide range of locally produced food & drink. Visit here for more information.
10:00am-5:00pm
See airfield old and new take to the skies for an afternoon of breathtaking aerial displays. Visit here for more information.
5:40pm-8:50pm
Join in the infamous Friday Night at the Races - an evening packed with thrilling flat racing & entertainment. Visit here for more information.
8:00am-6:00pm
The ASI Ladies Scottish Open returns to East Lothian and will be played at The Renaissance Club. Visit here for further details.
2:10pm-5:15pm
Family Day featuring the £30,000 Archerfield Cup, an afternoon of top quality racing and activities for all the family. Visit here for more information.
9:00am-5:00pm
Enjoy a great day out at the North Berwick Highland Games with a variety of events for everyone. Visit here for more information.
3:00pm-4:40pm
Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe - Join Mole, Ratty & Badger on their madcap adventures in this heartwarming tale of friendship, mishap and mayhem, performed outdoors. Visit here for more information.
11:00am-4:00pm
Learn about navigation, shelter-making, tacking, camouflage and more with a team of survival experts. Visit here for more information.