Gunsgreen House
Things to do in Eyemouth Scottish Borders
Historical-Buildings in Scotland
Description: This is the most prominent house in Eyemouth. Built about 1760, this 18th century merchant’s house, originally built by James and John Adam has a long connection with the smuggling trade.
Ownership: Gunsgreen House Trust
Situation – OS ref: NT 947645
How to get there: By car: Within Eyemouth town. By public transport: Regular bus services from Berwick upon Tweed.
Opening Hours (2011) 1 April - 31 October 2011 Thursday to Monday 11.00 – 17.00, please note that last admissions are 4.15pm.
Prices The following admission charges apply: Adult £5.00 Family (1+3/2+2) £12.00 Family (1+4/2+3) £15.00 Child (5-16/school age) £3.00 Children under 5 Free Concession (60+ and Student) £4.50
Season Tickets Why not take advantage of the Gunsgreen House Season ticket which gives you access to the house as many times as you like throughout the year. A Season Ticket is valid from the time of issue for all public open days in a twelve month period. Cards are non- transferable. Season Tickets are available on an annual basis and can be purchased from the ticket office or direct from Gunsgreen House. Adult Season £12.50 Concession Season £10.00 Child Season £7.00 Family Season(1+3/2+2) £30.00 Family Season(1+4/2+3) £35.00
Groups At any time of the year Gunsgreen House welcomes group visits. The following charges apply with the proviso that for visits outside normal opening hours a minimum charge of £50.00 applies. Adult £4.00 Concession £3.50 Child £2.00
Group visits must be arranged in advance with the Administrator who can be contacted on 018907 52062, or via email at - enquiries@gunsgreenhouse.org or Gunsgreen House, Gunsgreen Quay, Eyemouth, TD14 5SD
Facilities:
Contact: Administrator on 018907 52062, Attached attractions:
Other Attractions in the Area: Eyemouth Maritime Centre Eyemouth Museum Fish market and Quay.
Additional info: The dovecot next to the house has been converted into self-catering accommodation.
Web link: Gunsgreen House
Places to stay nearby: Eyemouth
Local towns and villages: Eyemouth St Abbs Berwick upon Tweed
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