Manderston
One of the last great country houses, known for its fine interiors and silver staircase.
Duns, Berwickshire, TD11 3PP
Facilities
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Accessible parking
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Free parking
Manderston is a stunning example of Edwardian architecture, the supreme country house in Scotland of it’s era.
A house on which no expense was spared, with opulent staterooms, a silver staircase, marble hall, acres of formal gardens and magnificent stables.
John Kinross the architect designed the house for Sir James Miller a nouveau riche baronet who married into traditional aristocracy. John Kinross was instructed to create a home of glittering style to match Sir James Millers wealth and status as a country gentleman.
Today Manderston opens it’s doors to the public for visits and private events. Whether you want to visit for a guided tour or book Manderston exclusively for your event you can be sure that a warm welcome awaits you within an impressive, country mansion. Visitors will find much to enjoy including Britain’s first privately-owned Biscuit Tin Museum.
Please note: The information on the Historic Houses website is advisory, but please always check the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling.
2024
Friday 29th March until Monday 22nd April inclusive.
Gardens open from 11.30am; house opens at 1.30pm with tours at 1.30pm and 3pm only
Historic Houses members visit for free.
Adult – £12.50
Child – £7.00
Children under 12 – Free
Bookings for the house and gardens are welcome at any time of the year by appointment. Entry to the house and gardens including a private guided tour of the house would be £15pp. Only available on week days and a minimum of 35 people in group.
Getting here
Duns, Berwickshire, TD11 3PP
Manderston is 47m from Edinburgh and 12m from Berwick-upon-Tweed on A1.
Take the A6105 (signposted Foulden, Duns). We are 2 miles east of Duns.
Once you reach our South Gates which are on the A6105 (and will be closed), please follow our arrows/signs which will lead you to the correct entrance.
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