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Welcome to Abbotsford

Abbotsford Tickets

The House

Visit the extraordinary home of 19th century novelist Sir Walter Scott, discounted advance tickets available online only. Pay once, visit all year with free return visits.

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.

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Storytelling with Mrs Claus

9th December 2023 - 17th December 2023

Be whisked away to a festive winter wonderland in an afternoon of Christmas storytelling with Mrs Claus.  

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Visit Santa

1st December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Santa is coming back to Abbotsford this December! Add a little magic this festive season and come and visit him in his magical grotto.

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Wreath Making Workshop

5th December 2023 - 10th December 2023

Join us for a fun filled workshop to create a beautiful willow based wreath to adorn your front door this Christmas time.

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Friends of Abbotsford Raffle

30th August 2023 - 13th December 2023

Take part in the Friends of Abbotsford raffle for a chance to win some incredible prizes and support us in the process.

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Christmas in the Historic House

25th November 2023 - 30th December 2023

Step into the story this December and experience a Scott family Christmas at Abbotsford.

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Original Scott Manuscript goes on Display

28th October 2023

Sir Walter Scott’s original manuscript for his narrative poem The Lay of the Last Minstrel is going on display for the first time at Abbotsford.

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Christmas at Witch Corner

1st December 2023 - 31st December 2023

This December, experience our show-stopping folklore sculptures transformed with the sights and sounds of the festive season.

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Breakfast with Santa

2nd December 2023 - 23rd December 2023

Give the kids a special treat this Christmas with a breakfast date they'll never forget – a breakfast with Santa himself.

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Walk At Abbotsford

Relax and enjoy a walk on our estate paths

Eat at Abbotsford

Dine in our stylish café

ochiltrees, catering, cafe

Stay at Abbotsford

Stay in truly inspirational surroundings.

Hope Scott Wing bedroom, Abbotsford Accommodation

Play at Abbotsford

Interactive Story Trail at Witch Corner

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