Arniston House Arniston House is a magnificent Palladian style Mansion House that was started in 1726 by William Adam. It is home to the Dundas family. The house collection boasts wonderful Scottish portraiture by Raeburn and Ramsay among other noted painters. The contents also include fabulous period furniture and other fascinating pieces. The family has been involved in a long programme of restoration after the house was ravaged by dry rot in the 1950s. they take much pleasure in guiding visitors around their home. Open Times: By Guided tour only. May and June: Tuesday and Wednesday. Tours leave at 2.00pm and 3.30pm. July to mid September: Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. Tours leave at 2.00pm and 3.30pm. Grounds open 12.00pm to 5.00pm on these days. Private groups accepted throughout the year by prior arrangement.         The entrance to Arniston is on the B6372 one mile to the west of its junction with the A7 road from Edinburgh to Galashiels. The junction is near the village of Gorebridge and is sign-posted to Temple. See also: Location Map These details were last updated on Tuesday 22 April 2008 |