John Muir Country Park
John Muir Country Park is a garden, park & outdoor in East Lothian, Scotland. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry Checked on the official Visit East Lothian site: free entry; Linkfield car park £3 a day (ticket valid at any East Lothian coastal car park that day). Toilets, showers, picnic area, children's playpark and a seasonal food outlet. |
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| Best time to go | Dry, calm days; check tides on the estuary. |
| School holiday tip | Late August is the sweet spot for English/Welsh visitors: Scottish schools are back by mid-August while England/Wales are still on holiday. Early July is the Scottish local peak, so go midweek. |
| Best ages | All ages |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Pay and display or RingGo; about 300 spaces; height barrier about 1.9-2.1m. (£3 per day) |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Coastal park near Dunbar with beach, woodland and rockpools. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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