East Lothian and the Borders offers many exciting things to see and do for all ages.
Please find detailed below a selection of events you could visit during your holiday. If you should require any additional information, then please contact a member of our Reception team who will be more than happy to help. Don’t forget, Edinburgh with all its attractions, is less than an hour away by car, or a short train journey from Dunbar.
Not just for the kids
Dunbar Leisure Pool has waves, sprays and a bubble bed as well as a big yellow flume that will keep the kids entertained if simply swimming in this six lane pool is not enough!
Named after the world famous explorer and conservationist born in the area, John Muir Country Park in nearby Dunbar is a beautiful place to visit and includes some of the most spectacular East Lothian coastline, grasslands, salt marsh and woodland. There are pony rides and wildlife trails and great picnic spots to discover.
Also in Dunbar East Links Family Park is a great day out for the kids. With train safari, pony rides, go-karts, giant maze, trampolining plus soft play areas for younger kids it is easy to spend a full day here. There are plenty of animals on the farm and an excellent café serving hot and cold snacks. Picnic areas are available for those who wish to bring their own food.
The Scottish Seabird Centre is a five star, multi award winning, family attraction overlooking the sea at North Berwick, approximately half an hour from Thurston Manor. Open all year round, it has an exciting discovery centre with live cameras to view puffins, gannets, seals and more. The Seabird Centre also has a kids playzone and a packed programme of workshops and activities for children and adults to enjoy. There is also a well stocked gift shop.
Prestongrange Museum at Prestonpans has games, toys and trails to keep kids occupied as they learn about the story of Scotland’s Industrial Revolution. Enjoy audio tours of the museum and take in visits to the Beam Engine and Power House. There is a programme of special events for all to enjoy. Dogs are welcome. You can take a picnic or eat at the small café.
The Museum of Flight at East Fortune occupies the site of a former RAF airfield and has many fascinating aircraft including the world famous Concorde.
The Myreton Motor Museum houses a fascinating collection of cars, bicycles, motor cycles and commercial vehicles dating back to 1899. Anyone with an interest in cars or an ounce of nostalgia should not miss it.
Finally, if you’d like to try something new, The Scottish Archery Centre at Fenton Barns will open by arrangement. Visitors can try archery, crossbow and air rifle, all indoors under supervision and instruction
Watersports
As you would expect of a coastal holiday park, there are plenty of watersports to try. We recommend you plan in advance to avoid disappointment and you may find these contacts useful:
East Lothian Yacht Club - one of the premier sailing clubs in Scotland
Coast to Coast Surf School provides friendly, British Surf Association qualified, surf instruction that introduces beginners and intermediates to the fun and enjoyment of Scotlands beautiful coastline
Please feel free to contact reception if you would like more information about things to do during your stay.
