Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair

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Craig Heaslip Film & Photography

Hopetoun House will host its annual Christmas Shopping Fair from Friday 27th to Sunday 29th November, bringing more than 50 exhibitors to the historic house near South Queensferry.

What to Expect

The three-day event will feature over 50 independent makers, gift retailers and food producers, with stalls arranged throughout the decorated Main House and event spaces. Live festive music will accompany the fair, while visitors can also enjoy a range of seasonal food and drink.

New Exhibitors

Alongside returning favourites such as Planet Goods & Ware and many more, new exhibitors for 2026 include:

  • Dook of Edinburgh, which makes small-batch soaps and skincare in Portobello

  • Happily Ever Chapters, a mobile bookshop specialising in romance and fantasy fiction

  • Swole Panda, a sustainable accessories brand using bamboo and recycled materials

  • Scottish homeware company Selbrae House

  • Fife-based Naughton Cider Company

  • Traditional garden metal work from Potting Up

  • Blue Sky Photography Photobooth, offering a keepsake of a visit to Hopetoun House 2026

Food and Drink

The fair will also include an outdoor Food Village serving handmade pizzas, hog roast, churros, hot chocolate and mulled wine. The Stables Kitchen by Heritage Portfolio will offer homemade seasonal meals and sweet treats, while festive afternoon tea will be available in the Carriage Room by advance booking only.

Tickets and Times

The event takes place from 10 am to 4.30 pm each day.

Tickets start at £11.50 and can be booked through the Hopetoun House website.

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