Manderston
Manderston is a castle & historic landmark in Scottish Borders, Scotland. 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 | Adult £12.50 · Child £7 · Family £39 Historic Houses listing: adult £12.50, child £7, under-12s free. Open on limited days (Easter 2026: daily 3-27 April; gardens from 11:30, house tours 1:30 and 3pm). Duns TD11 3PP (01361 883450). Check summer open days. |
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| Best time to go | Check open days (Easter and summer). |
| 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 | About 5+; steps and uneven ground, so check pram access |
| If it rains | Mixed: walls and courtyards are outdoors, some rooms give shelter |
| Money saver | Check membership value (English Heritage, National Trust, HES, Cadw); family tickets usually beat singles. |
| Top tips | Edwardian mansion near Duns with a silver staircase, stables and a biscuit tin museum. |
| What to pack | Sturdy shoes, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers |
Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source
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