Directions: Take the A199 from Haddington; turn south one mile east of Haddington at Stevenson/Hailes Castle junction - brown Amisfield Walled garden sign. Turn right just after the bridge over River Tyne. Parking available.
Other details: We will have a free Amisfield Garden fun worksheet/treasure hunt available encouraging kids to explore the garden including our maze and meadow. Teas and home baking available on both days. Garden posies and produce on both days. Enjoy walks and talks around this historic 18th century garden. Ancient Fraternity of Free Gardeners event: Meeting at the main gate at 11am we will bring back to life a short parade lead by a local piper and with a flower bower aloft as was performed annually by the ‘Haddington Free Gardeners’ this will be followed by a short, fun and informative talk on our local Free Gardeners, started in 1667 and functioned until 1953. Saturday only: Nature Mobiles (with Kate Millbank and Barbara Gray). A Drop-In Workshop. Available between 11am-1pm Gathering inspiration from the wonderful botanical surroundings, we will use foraged materials from the garden to create seasonal mobiles and pieces of hanging art work. You can hang your mobile in the garden or take home with you to enjoy. This session is suitable for all ages and abilities.
