Dalkeith Country Park

Edinburgh, Edinburgh and Lothian · ★ 4.5 · 2,481 visitor reviews

Edinburgh, EH22 1ST

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About

Dalkeith Country Park offers families extensive outdoor recreation near Edinburgh in Scotland. This beautiful estate welcomes babies, toddlers, young children, and older kids with adventure play, woodland walks, and the magnificent Fort Douglas adventure playground.

The park features a café, toilets, baby changing facilities, wheelchair accessible paths, pushchair-friendly routes, and welcomes dogs. The combination of indoor facilities and extensive outdoor grounds provides options whatever Scottish weather brings.

For families seeking parks near Edinburgh or outdoor adventures in Scotland, Dalkeith Country Park delivers exceptional family entertainment. The Fort Douglas playground is a destination in itself, while the wider estate offers miles of woodland paths to explore. The café provides welcome refreshment, making Dalkeith a favourite destination for families in the Edinburgh and Lothian area.

Good for: babies toddlers, older children, young children

Facilities

Toilets
Baby Changing
Cafe
Wheelchair Accessible
Pushchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Card Payments
Accessible Parking
Accessible Entrance
Contactless Payment

Prices

Off-Peak: Infants (0-2): Free Toddlers (2-4): £3.00 Children (5-12): £5.00 Adults (13+): £2.00 Peak: Infants (0-2): Free Toddlers (2-4): £5.00 Children (5-12): £7.00 Adults (13+): £3.00

Opening times

Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Common questions

Is Dalkeith Country Park free to visit?

Check the website for current admission prices. Extensive outdoor recreation near Edinburgh with the magnificent Fort Douglas adventure playground!

Is Dalkeith Country Park suitable for young children?

Yes, the park welcomes babies, toddlers, young children, and older kids with adventure play and woodland walks.

What are the opening hours for Dalkeith Country Park?

Open every day from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Can I bring my dog to Dalkeith Country Park?

Yes, dogs are welcome! There is accessible parking, a café, toilets with baby changing, pushchair-friendly paths, and wheelchair accessibility.

What can families do at Dalkeith Country Park?

Explore Fort Douglas adventure playground, walk miles of woodland paths, and enjoy the café - a favourite destination for Edinburgh families. Card and contactless payments accepted.

What families say

4.5

2481 reviews