Category Archives: Local Information

Information about getting around East Lothian, including places to visit / see, buy things and to eat.

John Muir Birthplace

John Muir, the pioneering conservationist and instigator of National Parks, was born in Dunbar, East Lothian. John Muir’s birthplace, which was derelict, has recently transformed the home into an interpretative centre to highlight his work and achievements and worth a … Continue reading

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Scotland’s Open Garden Scheme

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme includes many gardens that are privately owned and otherwise not accessible to the public. The link will give you gardens open next week. East Lothian Gardens are not to be missed. “Gardens of Scotland” containing full details … Continue reading

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Walking in East Lothian

Scotland’s new access arrangements have opened up many new paths in East Lothian. The landscape can be outstanding at any time of the year. Here is a publication promoting some of the new paths of the John Muir Way.

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