Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn Personal Training
Get moving at this fun and energising outdoor class designed to build strength, fitness and confidence for all levels. Expect a mix of functional strength, cardio and mobility using bodyweight and simple equipment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings on the estate.
About Vharri
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Vharri specialises in personal training, injury rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and transformational challenges. Find out more at vharrimcminnpt.co.uk
Date & Time
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 11.15am
Location
By the pond
Class Cost
£8.50 per class, £35 for block of 5
Suitability
This is an adult fitness class
Booking
Click on the button below to contact Vharri and book your spot:
Fairy Training - 26th September
Calling all young fairy fans, magical mischief-makers and enchanted adventurers. Boys and girls age 4-10, the Fairy Godmother needs your help.
She’s fluttering back to the home of Fairy Training to cast protective magic over the Walled Garden and she’s inviting a new generation of trainee fairies to join her.
Step inside her beautiful Willow Fairy Den for a 45 minute spellbinding session filled with wand enchantments, potion making, spell casting and Fairy Hunting.
Advance booking is essential.
Date
Sunday 28th June
Time Slots
10.30am - 11.15am
11.30am -12.15pm
Each session is 45 minutes in length
Tickets
£20 + booking fee
Suitability
This event is aimed at children aged 4 - 10 years old
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn Personal Training
Get moving at this fun and energising outdoor class designed to build strength, fitness and confidence for all levels. Expect a mix of functional strength, cardio and mobility using bodyweight and simple equipment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings on the estate.
About Vharri
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Vharri specialises in personal training, injury rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and transformational challenges. Find out more at vharrimcminnpt.co.uk
Date & Time
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 11.15am
Location
By the pond
Class Cost
£8.50 per class, £35 for block of 5
Suitability
This is an adult fitness class
Booking
Click on the button below to contact Vharri and book your spot:
Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Something spooky is due to arrive at Archerfield Walled Garden this Halloween!
Ghosts, skeletons, spiders and other spooky characters can be found hiding around the estate… but don’t worry, they’re spooky, not scary!
Can you follow the trail and find them all?
Pick up an activity sheet from our main till point, explore the estate to track down all of the hidden characters, then return your completed sheet to receive a small prize.
Perfect for a little Halloween adventure during the October holidays.
Date
Thursday 1st October - Monday 2nd November
Time
10am - 4pm
Location
Around the estate
Tickets
£3 per child, payable at till point on the day - no advance booking
Suitability
Designed to be spooky rather than scary, our Halloween Scavenger Hunt is aimed at children aged 2–10 years old.
Continue the Halloween Fun!
The Halloween fun doesn’t stop there! Our Barn will be transformed for the spooky season, so make sure you pop in during your visit to discover even more Halloween fun and surprises.
Come wrapped up for an autumn adventure and see what spooky surprises you can discover around Archerfield Walled Garden!
Spooky Autumn Leaf Creatures
Nature Explorers Club - Spooky Autumn Leaf Creatures
Join us for a special autumn edition of our Nature Explorers Club, combining outdoor discovery, creativity and a little Halloween magic!
Head outdoors to collect fallen autumn leaves, looking at their different shapes, colours and markings. Then transform your favourite finds into bats, monsters, zombies, vampires or your very own spooky woodland creature using colourful paint pens.
We’ll finish by bringing everyone’s creations together in our Spooky Woodland Gallery.
Date
12th October
Time
10.30am - 11.15am
Duration
45 minutes
Location
The Polytunnel, located at the back of the Gardens.
If you've not been before, enter the Gardens via the well, then take the first path on your right.
Tickets
£5 per child plus booking fee
Limited to 12 children per session
Supervision
All children will require an adult to accompany them in this session
Suitability
These sessions are suitable for childred aged 3–12 years old
Refund Policy
Tickets for this event are strictly non-refundable. In the event that your child can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass this ticket on to friends or family. This can be done by logging into your Universe account.
Scary Pine Cone Monsters
Nature Explorers Club - Scary Pine Cone Monsters
What could your pine cone become?
Join us for a hands-on Nature Explorers Club and discover how much creativity can be hiding inside one of nature’s little treasures!
We’ll look closely at the shapes, patterns and textures of pine cones before transforming them into busy bees, beautiful moths, cutehedgehogsor a completely new creature of your own using simple craft materials.
A lovely nature-inspired activity encouraging children to get creative, use their imagination and look a little closer at the natural world around them.
Date
Tuesday 13th October
Time
10.30am - 11.15am
Duration
45 minutes
Location
The Polytunnel, located at the back of the Gardens.
If you've not been before, enter the Gardens via the well, then take the first path on your right.
Tickets
£5 per child plus booking fee
Limited to 12 children per session
Supervision
All children will require an adult to accompany them in this session
Suitability
These sessions are suitable for childred aged 3–12 years old
Refund Policy
Tickets for this event are strictly non-refundable. In the event that your child can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass this ticket on to friends or family. This can be done by logging into your Universe account.
Junior Gardeners
Nature Explorers Club - Junior Gardeners
Calling all budding gardeners!
Join our Head Gardener Kerry for a hands-on adventure around the Gardens, discovering what it takes to look after everything that grows at Archerfield Walled Garden.
Children will explore the Gardens with Kerry, learning about plants, wildlife and what’s growing at this time of year. Along the way, they’ll get stuck into some real gardening jobs, helping with seasonal tasks and learning a few tricks of the trade.
A fun, practical Nature Explorers Club session designed to get children outdoors, asking questions, getting their hands dirty and discovering more about the natural world.
Date
Friday 16th October
Time
10.30am - 11.15am
Duration
45 minutes
Location
The Polytunnel, located at the back of the Gardens.
If you've not been before, enter the Gardens via the well, then take the first path on your right.
Tickets
£5 per child plus booking fee
Limited to 20 children per session
Supervision
All children will require an adult to accompany them in this session
Suitability
These sessions are suitable for children aged 3–12 years old. Children aged 3–5 years will require parent/carer assistance during the session.
What to Wear
Please dress for the weather and come prepared to get a little muddy!
Refund Policy
Tickets for this event are strictly non-refundable. In the event that your child can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass this ticket on to friends or family. This can be done by logging into your Universe account.
Adult & Child Crochet Workshop
A beginners workshops for children and their adults to learn how to crochet their own friendship bracelets!
This workshop is a great way for kids to get started with a creative and mindful hobby, crocheting!
Each ticket reserves a space for an adult and child to come together to learn to crochet, with the option of adding a space for a second child to accompany you (with maximum of 2 children per adult). Together you will learn how to crochet, and support each other to master the craft once you take it home.
In this class we will start from the very beginning and learn some useful crochet stitches that allow you to crochet some beautiful projects. We'll start in the workshop by making a colourful friendship bracelet!
All materials are provided for the workshop, with the chance to buy a starter kit to carry on crocheting at home.
Date
Monday 19th October
Time Slots
10.15am - 11.45am
The workshop is 1 hour 30 mins
Location
In the Garden Café
Tickets
Joint Adult & Child Ticket £38
Additional Child Ticket £15
Suitability
This workshop is suitable for children aged 8+
The Santa Experience
The Santa Experience
A firm favourite year after year, The Santa Experience returns this Christmas and is a magical festive adventure the whole family can enjoy.
New for 2026 is Elf Academy, where Santa's trusted elves, Dudley and Dooley, are waiting to entertain children before their visit to Santa! Expect festive fun and mischevious moments!
Continue a cherished tradition, posting Santa letters into the enchanted Wishing Well before making your way to Santa's cosy Christmas Cabin for a truly special visit.
Spend precious time with Santa, hear tales from the North Pole, capture a cherished photo together and let your little one choose a special gift before heading home.
With kindness at its heart and plenty of festive wonder along the way, The Santa Experience is designed to create treasured memories for the whole family.
Dates
Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th November
Friday 4th, Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th December
Friday 11th, Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th December
Saturday 19th, Sunday 20th, Monday 21st, Tuesday 22nd & Wednesday 23rd December
Times
Various time slots are available each day and each show lasts approximately 30 minutes from the start time shown on your tickets.
Tickets
Child Ticket* – £24 + booking fee
Adult Ticket – £5 + booking fee
*Babies under 1 year of age attending with a paying sibling are welcome to attend free of charge. No ticket is required; however, they will not receive a gift from Santa.
Wheelchairs
If you are attending with a child or adult who uses a wheelchair, please email info@archerfield.estate as soon as you have booked so we can reserve additional space inside Santa's Christmas Cabin to make your visit more comfortable.
Carers
If you require a carer ticket, please email info@archerfield.estate and we'll be happy to arrange this for you.
Buggies & Prams
Due to limited space inside Santa's Christmas Cabin, buggies and prams cannot be accommodated. Please allow time to leave these in our buggy parking area before your booked show begins.
Booking Terms
Every booking must include at least 1 Child Ticket and 1 Adult Ticket.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
A Maximum of only 2 adults per booking is permitted.
Bookings that do not meet the above criteria will not be valid, and we reserve the right to cancel and refund these tickets.
Quieter Shows
Enjoy the same brilliant event, but with a few subtle tweaks geared towards children with ASN and sensitivity to sound and busy spaces. At our quieter shows, there will be less people in Santa's Christmas Cabin and no loud noises or surprises from the cast. Children can leave the cabin if they need to during the show and our team will be on hand to assist where it is helpful. This year we have three quieter shows available to book:
Friday 4th December at 4.10pm
Sunday 13th December at 2.40pm
Saturday 19th December at 4.10pm
Click here to book a quieter show.
Can’t find tickets for your preferred date?
Join the event waitlist to be notified of spaces opening up.
Ticket Help
If you have any questions regarding your booking, please contact our ticket partner Universe directly.
Cancellation Policy
Should we need to cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances, you will be notified by email as soon as possible and receive a full refund.
Accessibility
The path leading into our Gardens is covered with fine gravel and is suitable for most wheelchairs. A permanent ramp provides easy access into Santa's Christmas Cabin.
Arrival & Santa Letters
Please bring your tickets with you when you arrive. You can either print them or show them on your phone.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the time shown on your ticket to allow plenty of time for your child to write their letter to Santa before the Elf Academy adventure begins.
If you've already written your letter at home, arriving 5 minutes before your scheduled time is perfect.
Please note that once letters have been posted into Santa's magical Wishing Well, they become part of the magic and cannot be returned.
Refund Policy / Date & Time Changes / Ticket Transfers
Tickets are non-refundable but can be moved to another available date or time up to 72 hours before your booked session, depending on remaining availability.
To change your booking, simply log in to your Universe account.
If you are unable to attend, tickets can also be transferred to friends or family through your Universe account.
Late Arrivals
If you are running late for your booked session, please call us on 01620 388588 as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, due to the limited capacity in Santa's Christmas Cabin, we cannot guarantee that late arrivals can be accommodated on a later session.
Tickets cannot be refunded due to late arrival, so please allow plenty of time for your journey.
Photos & Video
We would love to see the special photos you’ve taken during your visit to The Santa Experience!
You can share them with us using:
Instagram: @archerfieldwalledgarden
Facebook: @AWalledGarden
To help preserve the magic for every family, we kindly ask that during Santa's storytelling, no video recording or flash photography is used.
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn Personal Training
Get moving at this fun and energising outdoor class designed to build strength, fitness and confidence for all levels. Expect a mix of functional strength, cardio and mobility using bodyweight and simple equipment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings on the estate.
About Vharri
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Vharri specialises in personal training, injury rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and transformational challenges. Find out more at vharrimcminnpt.co.uk
Date & Time
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 11.15am
Location
By the pond
Class Cost
£8.50 per class, £35 for block of 5
Suitability
This is an adult fitness class
Booking
Click on the button below to contact Vharri and book your spot:
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn Personal Training
Get moving at this fun and energising outdoor class designed to build strength, fitness and confidence for all levels. Expect a mix of functional strength, cardio and mobility using bodyweight and simple equipment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings on the estate.
About Vharri
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Vharri specialises in personal training, injury rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and transformational challenges. Find out more at vharrimcminnpt.co.uk
Date & Time
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 11.15am
Location
By the pond
Class Cost
£8.50 per class, £35 for block of 5
Suitability
This is an adult fitness class
Booking
Click on the button below to contact Vharri and book your spot:
Hops In The Garden
Hops In The Garden returns to Archerfield Walled Garden this September for its seventh year, bringing an afternoon of live music, great food and family fun in support of Leuchie - the national respite charity.
Enjoy a packed programme of performances from talented local musicians and groups, alongside delicious street food, face painting and more to keep the whole family entertained.
Every ticket helps raise vital funds for Leuchie, supporting respite breaks for people living with neurological conditions and the families who care for them.
Date
Saturday 5th September
Time
12pm - 7pm
Location
The Barn & Courtyard
Line Up
Emma Corbett
KC and the MOONLIGHTERS
Face Painting
Sister Sister
NB Voices
Freedom & Form dancers
U16 dance competition
North Berwick Pipe Band
ELJAM Battle of the Bands Winners
Tickets
Adults £12
Children (Under 16) FREE
Suitability
This is a family-friendly event aimed at all ages
Fairy Training - 29th August
Calling all young fairy fans, magical mischief-makers and enchanted adventurers. Boys and girls age 4-10, the Fairy Godmother needs your help.
She’s fluttering back to the home of Fairy Training to cast protective magic over the Walled Garden and she’s inviting a new generation of trainee fairies to join her.
Step inside her beautiful Willow Fairy Den for a 45 minute spellbinding session filled with wand enchantments, potion making, spell casting and Fairy Hunting.
Advance booking is essential.
Date
Sunday 28th June
Time Slots
10.30am - 11.15am
11.30am -12.15pm
Each session is 45 minutes in length
Tickets
£20 + booking fee
Suitability
This event is aimed at children aged 4 - 10 years old
Hand Tied Summer Flowers Workshop
Create a stunning hand tied summer bouquet using flowers from our Gardens, natural ribbon and craft paper wrap.
Learn new techniques to create a beautiful floral display, to take home, or to give as a gift.
Head Gardener Kerry will lead this workshop which will cover: flower selection, cutting, conditioning, 3/5/8 and spiral technniques, finishing, tying and wrapping.
There will be a short interlude for coffee, tea and cake between gathering flowers, Kerry's demonstration and beginning work on your bouquet.
Date
Thursday 27th August
Time
1.30pm - 4pm
Duration
This workshop is 2 hours 30 minutes in length
Running Order
Garden walk round / flower cutting
Conditioning
Demonstration
Coffee & cake
Bouquet making
Location
Meet at The Barn in our Courtyard
Tickets
£45 + booking fee
Equipment
Flowers, materials and tools will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own gardening gloves if you would like to do so.
Clothing
This workshop takes place outdoors, under cover, so please come dressed for the weather on the day
Suitability
This event is aimed at adults and young adults with a creative streak and a keen interest in flowers
Refund Policy
Tickets for this event are strictly non-refundable. In the event that your child can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass this ticket on to friends or family. This can be done by logging into your Universe account.
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn Personal Training
Get moving at this fun and energising outdoor class designed to build strength, fitness and confidence for all levels. Expect a mix of functional strength, cardio and mobility using bodyweight and simple equipment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings on the estate.
About Vharri
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Vharri specialises in personal training, injury rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and transformational challenges. Find out more at vharrimcminnpt.co.uk
Date & Time
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 11.15am
Location
By the pond
Class Cost
£8.50 per class, £35 for block of 5
Suitability
This is an adult fitness class
Booking
Click on the button below to contact Vharri and book your spot:
Summer Evening Garden Tour
Join Head Gardener Kerry for an exclusive evening tour of our beautiful Gardens at the height of summer.
Meet at the well to enjoy a glass of fizz, paired with strawberries grown just a few steps away.
Kerry will lead you through the different parts of the Gardens while imparting her knowledge of their history and the notable characters who worked the soil inside the Georgian walls. Learn how the current Gardens: a series of themed spaces designed for year-round interest were created. Kerry will talk you through why we do things the way we do.
Wander through swaying grasses in the perennial meadow and soak up the sweet scents of the rose garden. Pass through the verdant willow tunnels to reach the pond in the heart of our wildlife area then delight in the incredible edibles in the potager and polytunnel. When the tour finishes, there will be plenty of time to ask questions.
Date
Wednesday 19th August
Time
6.30pm - 8pm
Duration
This tour is 1 hour 30 minutes
Location
Meet at the well at the entrance to our Gardens
Tickets
£20 + booking fee
Includes tour and a glass of fizz (alcholic and non-alcoholic available)
Clothing
This is an outdoor event so please come dressed for the weather on the day
Suitability
This event is aimed at adults (18+)
Refund Policy
Tickets for this event are strictly non-refundable. In the event that your child can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass this ticket on to friends or family. This can be done by logging into your Universe account.
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn Personal Training
Get moving at this fun and energising outdoor class designed to build strength, fitness and confidence for all levels. Expect a mix of functional strength, cardio and mobility using bodyweight and simple equipment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings on the estate.
About Vharri
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Vharri specialises in personal training, injury rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and transformational challenges. Find out more at vharrimcminnpt.co.uk
Date & Time
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 11.15am
Location
By the pond
Class Cost
£8.50 per class, £35 for block of 5
Suitability
This is an adult fitness class
Booking
Click on the button below to contact Vharri and book your spot:
Scotland’s Garden Scheme Open Day
Scotland’s Garden Scheme Open Day
Join us on Saturday 15th August as we showcase our beautiful Gardens and raise money for local mental health charity Stepping Out. This is our 4th year taking part in this established event series and we look forward to welcoming you for a fun-filled celebration of our Gardens, and all that we grow in them.
Enjoy homemade bakes on the lawn, buy freshly cut flowers, take-away cakes, produce and preserves created using produce from our Gardens.
There will be garden tours at 12pm and 3pm, a botanical casting exhibition and free minibeast trail for children.
The Gardens
Our gardens comprise a series of themed spaces designed for year-round interest. We adopt sustainable practices including a ‘no dig’ approach. Explore our perennial meadow with swaying grasses and fruit trees. See incredible edibles in the potager and polytunnel complete with grapevine, colourful cutting gardens, a wildlife area with willow tunnels, stumpery and pond. Our ornamental borders brim with monochrome and textural plants and our water-saving garden features drought tolerant species in shades of blue, rust and orange. Visit our artist-in-residence in the potting shed and take wee ones on a minibeast hunt. Come wander, sit and enjoy. There is so much to see!
Date
Saturday 15th August
Time
11am - 5pm
Location
The Gardens
Tickets
£6 Adults - cash is preferable over card payments
Children FREE
60% of ticket sales go to our nominated charity Stepping Out, with the remainder going to other SGS charities.
No advance tickets - pay on the day
Dogs
Dogs on leads are welcome to attend, but please bear in mind there may be lots of people, so we ask that your dog is comfortable in this type of setting.
Marvellous Minibeast Safari with The Countryside Rangers
Marvellous Minibeast Safari
Join ELC Rangers Robbie and Chloe to find out what wee beasties crawl, scuttle, fly, creep and slither around the Archerfield estate. Discover more about the insects and other minibeasts that call this lovely location home.
Date
Thursday 30th July
Time
10.30am - 12pm
Location
Meet outside our main entrance
Tickets
£5 per child
Suitability
This event is aimed a children aged 5 - 10.
Fairy Training - 25th July
Calling all young fairy fans, magical mischief-makers and enchanted adventurers. Boys and girls age 4-10, the Fairy Godmother needs your help.
She’s fluttering back to the home of Fairy Training to cast protective magic over the Walled Garden and she’s inviting a new generation of trainee fairies to join her.
Step inside her beautiful Willow Fairy Den for a 45 minute spellbinding session filled with wand enchantments, potion making, spell casting and Fairy Hunting.
Advance booking is essential.
Date
Sunday 28th June
Time Slots
10.30am - 11.15am
11.30am -12.15pm
Each session is 45 minutes in length
Tickets
£20 + booking fee
Suitability
This event is aimed at children aged 4 - 10 years old
Nature Explorers Club - 23rd July
Join us this summer for a series of creative outdoor workshops inspired by nature. Children will explore, create and connect with the natural world through hands-on art activities using natural materials.
Led by Kirsty, an experienced ex-primary school teacher, each session encourages creativity, imagination and a love of the outdoors while helping children develop new skills and confidence through nature-inspired art.
Perfect for young explorers who love getting creative outdoors.
Date & Activity
Thursday 23rd July – Air Dry Seed Clay Mosaics
Every tiny seed holds the possibility of something beautiful
Discover the magic hidden inside nature’s tiniest treasures! In this creative workshop, children will use air-dry clay and a collection of colourful seeds, beans, peas, and natural materials to design beautiful nature-inspired pictures and patterns.
From flowers and butterflies to imaginative woodland creations, children will explore shape, colour, texture, and symmetry while developing fine motor skills and creativity. As they carefully place each seed into the clay, they’ll create a unique piece of natural artwork to take home and treasure.
This calming, hands-on activity encourages children to slow down, observe the beauty of nature, and transform everyday natural materials into something truly special.
• Explore natural materials and seeds
• Create their own air-dry clay nature artwork
• Develop creativity, concentration, and fine motor skills
• Learn about patterns, symmetry, and design
• Take home a beautiful keepsake made from nature
Upcoming Sessions
See our What’s On page for upcoming session dates and activities!
Tickets & Times
3-5 years olds
10.15am - 11am (45 minutes)
Individual session: £8 per child plus booking fee
6-12 years olds
11.15am - 12.15pm (1 hour)
Individual session: £12 per child plus booking fee
Location
Meet at The Barn in our courtyard
Clothing
These sessions are outdoors so please come dressed for the weather on the day
Supervision
3 - 5 year olds - parents are required to stay with children
6 - 12 year olds - if parents and children are both comfortable, children of this age can be left
Refund Policy
Tickets for this event are strictly non-refundable. In the event that your child can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass their ticket on to friends or family. This can be done by logging into your Universe account.
Nature Explorers Club - 16th July
Join us this summer for a series of creative outdoor workshops inspired by nature. Children will explore, create and connect with the natural world through hands-on art activities using natural materials.
Led by Kirsty, an experienced ex-primary school teacher, each session encourages creativity, imagination and a love of the outdoors while helping children develop new skills and confidence through nature-inspired art.
Perfect for young explorers who love getting creative outdoors.
Date & Activity
Thursday 16th July – Cardboard Flower Pictures
Turn ordinary cardboard into beautiful works of natural art! Children will explore the colours, shapes and textures of flowers and leaves as they create their own unique nature masterpiece. From colourful flower bouquets and nature letters to bees, they will create imaginative designs inspired by the beauty of the outdoors.
Using recycled cardboard, wild flowers and leaves and a little creativity, children will design, arrange and create artwork that celebrates nature while encouraging imagination, observation and fine motor skills.
Upcoming Sessions
See our What’s On page for upcoming session dates and activities!
Tickets & Times
3-5 years olds
10.15am - 11am (45 minutes)
Individual session: £8 per child plus booking fee
6-12 years olds
11.15am - 12.15pm (1 hour)
Individual session: £12 per child plus booking fee
Location
Meet at The Barn in our courtyard
Clothing
These sessions are outdoors so please come dressed for the weather on the day
Supervision
3 - 5 year olds - parents are required to stay with children
6 - 12 year olds - if parents and children are both comfortable, children of this age can be left
Refund Policy
Tickets for this event are strictly non-refundable. In the event that your child can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass their ticket on to friends or family. This can be done by logging into your Universe account.
Nature Explorers Club - 7th July
Join us this summer for a series of creative outdoor workshops inspired by nature. Children will explore, create and connect with the natural world through hands-on art activities using natural materials.
Led by Kirsty, an experienced ex-primary school teacher, each session encourages creativity, imagination and a love of the outdoors while helping children develop new skills and confidence through nature-inspired art.
Perfect for young explorers who love getting creative outdoors.
Date & Activity
Tuesday 7th July – Tree Guardians
Legend says that every tree has a guardian spirit watching over it. Help reveal the guardian hidden within the bark and leaves, giving it a face, a name and a story of its own.
Step into the magic of the woodland and create your very own Tree Guardian.
Using natural treasures gathered from nature such as leaves, twigs, bark, feathers, seeds and flowers, children will design a friendly face on a tree, bringing it to life with imagination and creativity.
As they create, we’ll explore the importance of trees, woodland habitats and caring for the natural world around us. Children will be encouraged to look closely at nature’s patterns, textures and colours while developing their artistic skills and confidence.
This calm, creative activity encourages mindfulness, observation, storytelling and a deeper connection with nature. Every Tree Guardian is unique, reflecting the imagination of the child who creates it.
• Encourages creativity and imagination
• Supports fine motor skills and problem-solving
• Develops appreciation and respect for nature
• Inspires storytelling and woodland magic
Upcoming Sessions
See our What’s On page for upcoming session dates and activities!
Tickets & Times
3-5 years olds
10.15am - 11am (45 minutes)
Individual session: £8 per child plus booking fee
6-12 years olds
11.15am - 12.15pm (1 hour)
Individual session: £12 per child plus booking fee
Location
Meet at The Barn in our courtyard
Clothing
These sessions are outdoors so please come dressed for the weather on the day
Supervision
3 - 5 year olds - parents are required to stay with children
6 - 12 year olds - if parents and children are both comfortable, children of this age can be left
Refund Policy
Tickets for this event are strictly non-refundable. In the event that your child can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass their ticket on to friends or family. This can be done by logging into your Universe account.
Party In The Barn
Party In The Barn
Get ready for Party in the Barn, a fun-filled summer celebration for all the family, taking place on Saturday 4th July from 11am–5pm. With a jam-packed schedule featuring live music, family entertainment, dancing, delicious food, games and creative activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Our headline act, BLEEKER, takes to the stage from 3pm–4.30pm, alongside DJ host Mark Martin, who will be playing family favourites and popular Dancing Through the Decades sets throughout the day.
Van Dough Bros and Edinburgh street food favourite Freds Backyard BBQ will be dishing up incredible food, while The Barn Bar will be serving a range of alcoholic, non-alcoholic and soft drinks - all to be enjoyed al fresco in our beautiful courtyard.
Also joining us will be Face Painting by Laura, and a bouncy castle for jumping, laughter and play throughout the day.
Little ones can also get creative at our crafting station, transforming recycled materials into their own works of art.
With family games, creative activities and plenty of space to explore, relax and make memories together, Party in the Barn is the perfect family day out this summer.
Date
Saturday 4th July
Time
11am - 5pm
Location
The Barn & Courtyard
Tickets
£5 per adult (18+) + booking fee
£3 per child (3-17) + booking fee
Children aged 2 and under go FREE - please book a free ticket
Tickets can be purchased online up until 11am on Friday 3rd July and then from our tills on Saturday 4th July.
Card payments - please note we will only be accepting card payments at the event.
Included in Ticket Price
Entry
Live Music
Entertainment
Crafting Station
Garden Games
Additional Fees
Face Painting
Bouncy Castle
Fairy Garden Making
Dogs
Dogs on leads are welcome to attend, but please bear in mind there may be lots of people, so we ask that your dog is comfortable in this type of setting.
Refund Policy
Tickets for this event are strictly non-refundable. In the event that you can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass your tickets on to a friend. This can be done by logging into your Universe account.
Alien Summer Holiday Scavenger Hunt
The aliens have landed at Archerfield Walled Garden! A group of mischievous aliens are enjoying their summer holiday here… but they’ve gone off exploring around the estate! Can you help find them all?
Pick up an activity sheet from our main till point, find all of the missing aliens, and then return it to receive a small prize.
Designed by Dirleton Primary School Pupils
These unique aliens have been designed by pupils from Dirleton Primary School
Date
Saturday 4th July - Monday 31st August
Time
10am - 4pm
Location
Around the estate
Tickets
£3 per child, payable at till point on the day
50p from every scavenger hunt ticket sold will be donated to Dirleton Primary School to support their upcoming activities and projects
Suitability
This event is aimed at children aged 2-10 years old
Continue the Adventure
Once you’ve found all the aliens, why not set off on the Dirleton Solar Walk?
Starting right outside our main entrance, this family-friendly trail leads you towards Dirleton village exploring fun facts about our solar system along the way. It’s a brilliant way to extend your day outdoors and enjoy more discovery together.
Nature Explorers Club - 2nd July
Join us this summer for a series of creative outdoor workshops inspired by nature. Children will explore, create and connect with the natural world through hands-on art activities using natural materials.
Led by Kirsty, an experienced ex-primary school teacher, each session encourages creativity, imagination and a love of the outdoors while helping children develop new skills and confidence through nature-inspired art.
Perfect for young explorers who love getting creative outdoors.
Date & Activity
Thursday 2nd July – Nature Mandalas
Slow down, explore, and create something beautiful from nature’s treasures.
In this calming Art in Nature session, children will collect leaves, petals, feathers, sticks, seeds, shells and other natural materials before arranging them into their own unique nature mandala. Inspired by patterns found in the natural world, children will discover how simple objects can be transformed into stunning works of art.
As they create, we’ll encourage mindfulness, observation, creativity and a sense of wonder, helping children connect with nature while expressing themselves through art.
• Hunt for natural treasures
• Create a beautiful circular mandala design
• Explore patterns, symmetry and colour
• Develop creativity and fine motor skills
• Enjoy a mindful outdoor experience
Upcoming Sessions
See our What’s On page for upcoming session dates and activities!
Tickets & Times
3-5 years olds
10.15am - 11am (45 minutes)
Individual session: £8 per child plus booking fee
6-12 years olds
11.15am - 12.15pm (1 hour)
Individual session: £12 per child plus booking fee
Location
Meet at The Barn in our courtyard
Clothing
These sessions are outdoors so please come dressed for the weather on the day
Supervision
3 - 5 year olds - parents are required to stay with children
6 - 12 year olds - if parents and children are both comfortable, children of this age can be left
Refund Policy
Tickets for this event are strictly non-refundable. In the event that your child can no longer attend, you are welcome to pass their ticket on to friends or family. This can be done by logging into your Universe account.
junior parkrun - 28th June
Every Sunday, junior parkrun takes place here at Archerfield Walled Garden! This free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event is open to juniors aged 4 - 14 years old and is a great way to start the day. Parents are welcome to join their children, however, cannot go through the finish tunnel and won’t be timed.
Entrants must be registered and have their own unique barcode to take part.
For full details and to register, click the button below.
Fairy Training - 27th June
Calling all young fairy fans, magical mischief-makers and enchanted adventurers. Boys and girls age 4-10, the Fairy Godmother needs your help.
She’s fluttering back to the home of Fairy Training to cast protective magic over the Walled Garden and she’s inviting a new generation of trainee fairies to join her.
Step inside her beautiful Willow Fairy Den for a 45 minute spellbinding session filled with wand enchantments, potion making, spell casting and Fairy Hunting.
Advance booking is essential.
Date
Saturday 27th June
Time Slots
10.30am - 11.15am
11.30am -12.15pm
Each session is 45 minutes in length
Tickets
£20 + booking fee
Suitability
This event is aimed at children aged 4 - 10 years old
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn Personal Training
Get moving at this fun and energising outdoor class designed to build strength, fitness and confidence for all levels. Expect a mix of functional strength, cardio and mobility using bodyweight and simple equipment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings on the estate.
About Vharri
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Vharri specialises in personal training, injury rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and transformational challenges. Find out more at vharrimcminnpt.co.uk
Date & Time
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 11.15am
Location
By the pond
Class Cost
£8.50 per class, £35 for block of 5
Suitability
This is an adult fitness class
Booking
Click on the button below to contact Vharri and book your spot:
junior parkrun - 21st June
Every Sunday, junior parkrun takes place here at Archerfield Walled Garden! This free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event is open to juniors aged 4 - 14 years old and is a great way to start the day. Parents are welcome to join their children, however, cannot go through the finish tunnel and won’t be timed.
Entrants must be registered and have their own unique barcode to take part.
For full details and to register, click the button below.
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn Personal Training
Get moving at this fun and energising outdoor class designed to build strength, fitness and confidence for all levels. Expect a mix of functional strength, cardio and mobility using bodyweight and simple equipment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings on the estate.
About Vharri
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Vharri specialises in personal training, injury rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and transformational challenges. Find out more at vharrimcminnpt.co.uk
Date & Time
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 11.15am
Location
By the pond
Class Cost
£8.50 per class, £35 for block of 5
Suitability
This is an adult fitness class
Booking
Click on the button below to contact Vharri and book your spot:
junior parkrun - 14th June
Every Sunday, junior parkrun takes place here at Archerfield Walled Garden! This free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event is open to juniors aged 4 - 14 years old and is a great way to start the day. Parents are welcome to join their children, however, cannot go through the finish tunnel and won’t be timed.
Entrants must be registered and have their own unique barcode to take part.
For full details and to register, click the button below.
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn Personal Training
Get moving at this fun and energising outdoor class designed to build strength, fitness and confidence for all levels. Expect a mix of functional strength, cardio and mobility using bodyweight and simple equipment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings on the estate.
About Vharri
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Vharri specialises in personal training, injury rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and transformational challenges. Find out more at vharrimcminnpt.co.uk
Date & Time
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 11.15am
Location
By the pond
Class Cost
£8.50 per class, £35 for block of 5
Suitability
This is an adult fitness class
Booking
Click on the button below to contact Vharri and book your spot:
junior parkrun - 7th June
Every Sunday, junior parkrun takes place here at Archerfield Walled Garden! This free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event is open to juniors aged 4 - 14 years old and is a great way to start the day. Parents are welcome to join their children, however, cannot go through the finish tunnel and won’t be timed.
Entrants must be registered and have their own unique barcode to take part.
For full details and to register, click the button below.
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn
Fresh Air Fitness with Vharri McMinn Personal Training
Get moving at this fun and energising outdoor class designed to build strength, fitness and confidence for all levels. Expect a mix of functional strength, cardio and mobility using bodyweight and simple equipment, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings on the estate.
About Vharri
With over 15 years in the fitness industry, Vharri specialises in personal training, injury rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and transformational challenges. Find out more at vharrimcminnpt.co.uk
Date & Time
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 11.15am
Location
By the pond
Class Cost
£8.50 per class, £35 for block of 5
Suitability
This is an adult fitness class
Booking
Click on the button below to contact Vharri and book your spot:
Fairy Training - 31st May
Calling all young fairy fans, magical mischief-makers and enchanted adventurers. Boys and girls age 4-10, the Fairy Godmother needs your help.
She’s fluttering back to the home of Fairy Training to cast protective magic over the Walled Garden and she’s inviting a new generation of trainee fairies to join her.
Step inside her beautiful Willow Fairy Den for a 45 minute spellbinding session filled with wand enchantments, potion making, spell casting and Fairy Hunting.
Advance booking is essential.
Date
Sunday 31st May
Time Slots
10.30am - 11.15am
11.30am -12.15pm
Each session is 45 minutes in length
Tickets
£20 + booking fee
Suitability
This event is aimed at children aged 4 - 10 years old
junior parkrun - 31st May
Every Sunday, junior parkrun takes place here at Archerfield Walled Garden! This free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event is open to juniors aged 4 - 14 years old and is a great way to start the day. Parents are welcome to join their children, however, cannot go through the finish tunnel and won’t be timed.
Entrants must be registered and have their own unique barcode to take part.
For full details and to register, click the button below.
junior parkrun - 24th May
Every Sunday, junior parkrun takes place here at Archerfield Walled Garden! This free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event is open to juniors aged 4 - 14 years old and is a great way to start the day. Parents are welcome to join their children, however, cannot go through the finish tunnel and won’t be timed.
Entrants must be registered and have their own unique barcode to take part.
For full details and to register, click the button below.
junior parkrun - 17th May
Every Sunday, junior parkrun takes place here at Archerfield Walled Garden! This free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event is open to juniors aged 4 - 14 years old and is a great way to start the day. Parents are welcome to join their children, however, cannot go through the finish tunnel and won’t be timed.
Entrants must be registered and have their own unique barcode to take part.
For full details and to register, click the button below.