u3a

Fife

Summer Outing - 20th August 2026

Event type: Main Meeting, Outing
Date: 20 August 2026
Cost: £38

Fife u3a is delighted to announce our upcoming summer trip to Abbotsford House, the historic home of Sir Walter Scott.

🏰What’s Included

  • A guided tour of the Historic House (ground floor only)
  • Lunch at the Ochiltree Restaurant, featuring:
    • Soup
    • A selection of sandwiches
    • Tea or coffee
    • Shortbread
    • Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary requirements

Price: £38 per person

🌿After Lunch

You’ll have free time to explore the beautiful gardens and grounds, including:

  • The Pavilion and Furnace House
  • The Chapel
  • The Exhibition
  • The Visitor Centre
  • The Gift Shop

Additional tea, coffee, and cold drinks can be purchased either at the Ochiltree or from the refreshments van in the grounds.

🚌 Travel Details

  • Pick‑up points:
    • 9:00 am — Beveridge Park Coach Bays, Kirkcaldy
    • 9:30 am — Outside Old Debenhams, Dunfermline
  • Return: Departing Abbotsford at 4:00 pm

📅 Booking Information

  • Early booking is recommended — places will be allocated on a first‑come, first‑served basis.
  • Please note: We cannot guarantee a refund if you are unable to attend on the day.
  • Due to Public Liability Insurance regulations, only u3a members may join this trip.
  • Bookings are open online or in person during the monthly meetings.