Just went around the grounds & into tea room as shop closed for stocktake.Tea Room trying to be table service, escorted to table pointed out the specials, cakes & will come back for order.10 minutes passed, no approach even after getting attention of staff clearing tables so we left without purchasing anything.If unable... read full comment
December 2023
My visit to Abbotsford was a happy coincidence as I was driving from Edinburgh to Carlisle, spotted a brown sign for the property and remembered the Walter Scott ownership. My principal motivation to visit was knowledge of Queen Victoria’s love for the highlands that was inspired by Scott’s Waverley novels. I was keen... read full comment
Discover Abbotsford, the home of novelist and poet Sir Walter Scott.
Created almost 200 years ago on the banks of the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders, Abbotsford was the culmination of Scott’s creative ambitions as a writer and the fount of his inspiration.
Discover a treasure trove of intriguing objects and unusual artefacts. Explore Witch Corner, a sculpture trail based on the folklore and legends that inspired Sir Walter Scott. Learn about Scott’s life and achievements in our exhibition, browse the gift shop, enjoy seasonal food in our café or simply relax and unwind as you wander the estate's beautiful formal gardens and tranquil woodlands.
