27 September 2025 (11:00 - 15:00) Join us for a special Doors Open Day at Gracemount Mansion, where history, creativity, and community come together. Step inside for a glimpse of new research and imaginative ideas for the Mansion’s future, explore family activities in the gardens, browse our very first Mansion Market, and enjoy homemade cakes in the pop- up café — all in support of the Mansion charity. Step inside The doors to the foyer of the Mansion will be open for a rare opportunity to explore inside. Researchers from the University of Edinburgh’s Architectural Heritage department will share their latest findings on the history of the Mansion. Students from Edinburgh College of Art’s Interior Design department will also present imaginative models that reimagine the Mansion’s future as a vibrant community space. Sharavan Kalloor’s new film about the Mansion will be screened throughout the day. Garden activities The beautiful woodland gardens will host a range of family-friendly activities, including face painting, a circus skills workshop, relaxing shiatsu massage, and a special reminiscing session – your chance to share your memories of the Mansion with storyteller Jane Mather. Mansion market Join us for the very first Mansion Market, featuring local makers and organisations offering their creations for sale. Please bring cash. Café & cakes Our café will be serving teas, coffees and a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits freshly baked by local chef Roberto Martin. All proceeds from café donations will go directly to supporting the charity. Climb on board our drone footage for a warm welcome to The Mansion and grounds experience a birds eye view – navigate our 360o photo of The Mansion, grounds and surrounding area.

Address
Gracemount Mansion Development Trust, 47 Gracemount House Drive, Edinburgh, EH16 6HF