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The Hirsel, Coldstream

Garden, Park & Outdoor · Scottish Borders, Scotland

The Hirsel, Coldstream is a garden, park & outdoor in Scottish Borders, 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.

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PriceFree entry
Checked on the estate page: free walks; car parking £2.50 (season ticket £25). Waymarked walks, museum, Homestead café and craft units.
Opening timesOpen every day.
Best time to goSpring for rhododendrons; any dry day.
School holiday tipLate 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 agesAll ages
If it rainsOutdoor: pick dry days
Money saverFree or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic.
Top tipsCountry estate walks, a lake, a small museum and the Homestead café; £2.50 car parking.
What to packWellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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