East Linton is a small rural town in East Lothian in Scotland situated on the River Tyne between Haddington and Dunbar, 22 miles east of Edinburgh. During the 19th century the town had been an important agriculture centre hosting regular cattle markets and a milling centre with the mills powered by the fast flowing river. Surrounded by idyllic countryside East Linton is a popular tourist destination and an ideal base for touring Edinburgh and the Lothians. The town has hotels, award winning guest houses, B&B’s and self-catering accommodation as well as pubs, restaurants and a selection of shops. Historically interesting features include the 16th century Bridge over the Tyne gorge, the Parish Kirk of Traprain with chancel dating from the 13th century, the Phantassie Doocot and the17th century Preston Mill; one of the oldest working watermills in Scotland currently run by the National Trust of Scotland. Other attractions include The Museum of Flight, Scotland’s National Air Museum at East Fortune which has displays of over 50 vintage aircraft including a Concorde, a Spitfire and a Tigermoth. Two miles south-west on the River Tyne stands the impressive 13th century Hailes Castle. The Markie Fisheries offer fly and coarse fishing with tuition, coaching and equipment hire and there are also guided car and taxi tours available to explore the area.
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Smeaton Nursery Garden
Stewart Stenhouse Plants
Places to Stay near East Linton
Overhailes Farmhouse (2.12 miles)
Fenton Tower (4.31 miles)
Fenton Tower is a magnificent, fortified 16th Century tower located just 20 miles east of Edinburgh between Gullane and North Berwick. Set amongst the rolling countryside and surrounded by beautiful links golf courses, including Muirfield, ... More
Portleith Guest House (5.01 miles)
Portleith Guest House is a small Guest House and has wonderful sea views and is right next to Winterfield Golf Course. Edinburgh the capital city is only 20/30 minutes drive ... More
Maitlandfield House Hotel (5.08 miles)
Within walking distance of the picturesque county town of Haddington and just 16 miles (26 km) from Edinburgh, Maitlandfield House boasts traditional charm and original elegance. The Maitlandfield House Hotel combines the ... More
Rowan Cottage Guest House (5.08 miles)
Relaxing and comfortable furnished rooms overlooking the golf course and with sea views.Easy travel distance to Edinburgh of 20-30 minutes. Ideal Location for travelling around or visiting Scotland.This is warm, friendly, guest house, in a ... More | visit website
Drem Farmhouse (5.26 miles)
County Hotel (5.46 miles)
Nether Abbey (5.78 miles)
The Nether Abbey Hotel has been owned by successive generations of the same family for fifty years. In 2004 the Hotel shut for extensive renovations and refurbishment with simply stunning ... More | visit website
The Rossborough Hotel (5.82 miles)
Castle Inn Hotel (6.34 miles)
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