East Lothian Holidays

East Lothian Holidays - Peaceful and scenic region, ideal for golfers 

Thanks to a combination of dramatic coastline, rural countryside and historic towns and villages, holidays in East Lothian offer visitors a scenic destination with plenty of charm, and true Scottish character. Bordering Edinburgh, Midlothian and the Scottish Borders, this peaceful region is ideally placed to tour the area and its nearby attractions, with East Lothian holidays remaining particularly popular with golfers due to the amount of first-class links courses in the area.

 

Holidays in East Lothian can offer a relaxing UK break amongst stunning surroundings, and feature unspoilt beaches, tranquil countryside and inviting towns and villages in which to stay. There is a wealth of accommodation choices on an East Lothian holiday, ranging from low-cost camping and caravan sites, to family-run bed-and-breakfasts, cosy self-catering lodges and rustic farmhouses, as well as upscale hotels and country houses. Rich in ancient sights, the area dates back to prehistoric times, with East Lothian holidays including tours of battle sites, hill forts, medieval castles, crumbling churches and ancient crop circles, which all help to provide an insight into the cultural heritage of the region. Places to stay on an East Lothian holiday include the coastal town of Dunbar, with its harbour and castle, North Berwick, home to some wonderful sandy beaches, and Musselburgh - a town steeped in history, which boasts the oldest golf course in the world and the oldest racecourse in Scotland. Other popular attractions on an East Lothian holiday are the Museum of Flight in East Fortune, a National Museum of Scotland, which houses a rich collection of aircraft, and is one of the best-preserved wartime airfields in the country, as well as the Scottish Seabird Centre and the Myreton Motor Museum.

 

East Lothian Holidays - Visit Edinburgh for a day in the city 

In addition to the superb golfing on the many links courses, holidays in East Lothian feature plenty of other activities, such as walking, hiking and rambling throughout the picturesque countryside, as well as mountain biking, horse riding, pony-trekking and fishing trips in the sea, rivers and lochs. The coastline offers a range of boat trips, with wildlife and birds to spot including puffins and seals, and families able to enjoy leisurely rock-pooling and walks along the shore. East Lothian holidays can also provide an ideal base for visiting some of the popular sights in the area, such as the vibrant city of Edinburgh with its many historic attractions, and first-rate shopping and dining, and Midlothian, well-known for the famous Rosslyn Chapel.