Welcome to Abbotsford

The House

Visit the extraordinary home of 19th century novelist Sir Walter Scott, where he became the biggest-selling author of his day and the fashion for Scots Baronial architecture began.

The Gardens

Sir Walter Scott’s imagination and creativity extended beyond the walls of his house into the outdoors and the creation of beautiful formal Regency gardens.

The Estate

Free and open to all, the Abbotsford Estate offers a variety of woodland and river side walks. This unique landscape was created and developed by Sir Walter Scott.

The Visitor Centre

Our visitor centre with its café, exhibition and gift shop is open all year round and free to access. Indulge in some shopping, meet friends for coffee or set off to explore.

WHAT'S NEW | Events, blog,and news

Save The Date: Christmas at Abbotsford

21st November 2026 - 31st December 2026

Join us to celebrate Christmas at Abbotsford with a series of exciting festive events.

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Halloween Trail at Witch Corner: Spirits of the Forest

9th October 2026 - 1st November 2026

Book your Halloween adventure now...

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Abb Fab: Patricia Maxwell-Scott

5th October 2026

Our Woman of Abbotsford this month is Patricia Maxwell-Scott...

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Remembering Dame Jean & Patricia Maxwell-Scott

5th August 2026

Did you know Jean and Patricia? We're looking for local memories, stories and photographs to help celebrate their lives as part of our Abb Fab: Women of Abbotsford series...

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World Polio Day: The Childhood Illness That Brought Scott to the Borders

24th October 2026

Long before Abbotsford became his beloved home, long before he had even picked up a pen, at a time when his future was far from certain, the Scottish Borders became part of Sir Walter Scott’s story in a very meaningful way...

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