Open Days

We usually open the second Sunday afternoon of each month throughout the year and our trained guides offer tours, answer questions and manage the sales desk. During the Edinburgh Festival Fringe we usually open every morning, except Saturday. Other events such as Doors Open are shown below if available.

No booking is required for Open Days. Entrance is free and we appreciate donations.

Upcoming Open Days

Open Day – Sunday, December 8, 1.00 – 4.00 pm
Open Day – Sunday, January 12, 1.00 – 4.00 pm
Open Day – Sunday, February 9, 1.00 – 4.00 pm
Open Day – Sunday, March 9, 1.00 – 4.00 pm
Open Day – Sunday, April 13, 1.00 – 4.00 pm
Open Day – Sunday, May 11, 1.00 – 4.00 pm
Open Day – Sunday, June 8, 1.00 – 4.00 pm
Open Day – Sunday, July 13, 1.00 – 4.00 pm

Fringe Open Days – dates to be announced

Private Tours

Our volunteer guides enjoy showing visitors around and private tours can be arranged. However please be aware that this is a busy working building that is frequently in use for events so is not always accessible.   

Private visits depend on availability of both the building and volunteer guides. Please give at least one week’s notice to set up visits.

The charge for private visits is £5.00 per head to be paid on the day. 

There is no charge for school groups or for undergraduates from the Edinburgh Universities.

The building is accessible and has accessible toilets. We have portable folding stools which are easily carried.

To make sure your enquiry goes directly to the right person, please use tours@visitmansfieldtraquair.uk for general enquiries relating to tours or a specific question or request.