What's On

Twelfth Night Outdoor Theatre
16 July 2022
The Three Inch Fools are back at Abbotsford with an evening of mischief and hilarity, as five actors present an inventive take on this rip-roaring comedy, fit for all the family.
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The Gunpowder Plot Outdoor Theatre
30 June 2022
Watch The Three Inch Fools bring The Gunpowder Plot to life in a brand new, calamitous production fit for all the family.
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Volunteer Open Day
22 May 2022
Learn more about volunteering at Abbotsford at our Volunteer Open Day. You will meet volunteers and staff who can tell you about the opportunities we offer and the benefits of getting involved with our award-winning programme.
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Spring Flower Walk
19 May 2022
Join Ranger Anna on a guided walk of the Abbotsford estate to learn more about spring wildflowers, including where you will most likely find them and some of their historical uses.
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A walk in Walter's Woods
15 March 2022 - 11 October 2022
Join Abbotsford's Ranger Anna on a guided walk around the Abbotsford Estate to learn more about wildlife, specimen trees and Scott’s designed landscape.
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'From the Baskets of Travelling Pedlars' to Abbotsford: Scott's Lifelong Love of Popular Print
02 March 2022 - 01 March 2023
This new online exhibition showcases Sir Walter Scott's significant collection of chapbooks.
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SIR WALTER SCOTT (1771-1832) a 250th anniversary concert
17 December 2021
This event has been postponed, new date TBA. All ticket holders have been contacted by the box office.
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Walter Scott 250
14 August 2021 - 15 August 2022
In 2021-22 Scotland celebrates the 250th Anniversary of Sir Walter Scott with a nationwide programme of events and activities Check out the Walter Scott ...
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Online Audio Tour
22 January 2021 - 31 March 2021
Our popular house audio tours are now available to buy and listen to online.
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