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Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Budding Botanists: Wildlife

A children's gardening session focusing on wildlife protection, including building bug hotels and leaf art.

Mon 24 Aug11:30Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsWorkshops & Classes

Budding Botanists

A hands-on Children’s Gardening Club where young gardeners will explore wildlife in the gardens and make their own bug hotels and art using dried leaves.

Mon 24 Aug11:30Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsWorkshops & Classes

Budding Botanists: Wildlife

A children's gardening workshop where kids learn about garden wildlife, build bug hotels, and participate in a scavenger hunt.

Mon 31 Aug11:30Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsWorkshops & Classes

Budding Botanists

A hands-on Children’s Gardening Club where young gardeners explore wildlife in the gardens and make their own bug hotels and art.

Mon 31 Aug11:30Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Talks & LecturesWorkshops & Classes

Let’s Talk Plants: Spring Bulbs

A demonstration-led gardening session teaching how to layer spring-flowering bulbs in containers for a vibrant succession of blooms.

Sat 12 Sept11:30Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Arts & CultureTalks & LecturesWorkshops & Classes

Let's Talk Plants

A relaxed, grown-ups-only, demo-lead gardening club where you'll learn how to layer spring-flowering bulbs in one container.

Sat 12 Sept11:30Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Let’s Talk Plants: Spring Bulbs

A gardening demonstration on layering spring-flowering bulbs in containers for a vibrant display.

Sun 13 Sept12:00Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Talks & LecturesWorkshops & Classes

Let's Talk Plants

A relaxed, grown-ups-only, demo-lead gardening club where you'll learn how to layer spring-flowering bulbs in one container.

Sun 13 Sept12:00Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Community

The Gatherings – September 2026

Join us – Neil Squires, Christine Carson, Rachel Mackenzie and myself – on 19th September for another heartwarming morning of harmony singing. As usual there will be coffee, tea and cake as well as good company and chat! Please choose the ticket tier that you can afford. So that we can hold the ticket prices at the current level we’re now asking for donations towards refreshments. Some of you have asked for this to be payable online so we’ve now set up a “Buy me a Coffee” – you can access this here.

Sat 19 Sept11:00East Linton Community Hall(4.2mi)

via East Linton Community Hall

Community

The Gatherings – October 2026

Time for an autumn sing! Join us – Neil Squires, Christine Carson, Rachel Mackenzie and myself – on 17th October for another heartwarming morning of harmony singing. As usual there will be coffee, tea and cake as well as good company and chat! Please choose the ticket tier that you can afford. So that we can hold the ticket prices at the current level we’re now asking for donations towards refreshments. Some of you have asked for this to be payable online so we’ve now set up a “Buy me a Coffee” – you can access this here.

Sat 17 Oct11:00East Linton Community Hall(4.2mi)

via East Linton Community Hall

Workshops & Classes

Let’s Talk Plants: Houseplants

A gardening demonstration covering houseplant care, benefits, and how to choose the right plant for your space.

Sat 7 Nov11:00Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Talks & LecturesWorkshops & Classes

Let's Talk Plants

A relaxed, grown-ups-only, demo-lead gardening club where you'll learn about houseplants, including benefits, care tips, and choosing the right houseplant for your space.

Sat 7 Nov11:00Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Community

The Gatherings – November 2026

Our last Gathering before Christmas! Join us – Neil Squires, Christine Carson, Rachel Mackenzie and myself – on 14th November for another heartwarming morning of harmony singing. As usual there will be coffee, tea and cake as well as good company and chat! Please choose the ticket tier that you can afford. So that we can hold the ticket prices at the current level we’re now asking for donations towards refreshments. Some of you have asked for this to be payable online so we’ve now set up a “Buy me a Coffee” – you can access this here.

Sat 14 Nov10:00East Linton Community Hall(4.2mi)

via East Linton Community Hall

Talks & LecturesWorkshops & Classes

Let’s Talk Plants: Houseplants

A gardening club session covering the benefits of houseplants, care tips, and advice on choosing the right plants for your living space.

Sat 14 Nov10:30Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Arts & CultureTalks & LecturesWorkshops & Classes

Let's Talk Plants

A relaxed, grown-ups-only, demo-lead gardening club where you'll learn about houseplants, including benefits, care tips, and choosing the right houseplant for your space.

Sat 14 Nov10:30Dunbar Garden Centre(1.6mi)

via Dunbar Garden CentreLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Christmas Services

Crib Service on Christmas Eve Christmas Day Worship The Crib Service on 24th December has become an important part of celebrating Christmas for many Dunbar families. Easter 2027 Maundy Thursday 25th March Good Friday 26th March Easter Day 28th March

Thu 24 DecDunbar Methodist Church(1.5mi)

via Dunbar Methodist ChurchLocal gem

Community

The Gatherings – January 2027

Time for a new year sing! Join us – Neil Squires, Christine Carson, Rachel Mackenzie and myself – on 16th January for another heartwarming morning of harmony singing. As usual there will be coffee, tea and cake as well as good company and chat! Please choose the ticket tier that you can afford. So that we can hold the ticket prices at the current level we’re now asking for donations towards refreshments. Some of you have asked for this to be payable online so we’ve now set up a “Buy me a Coffee” – you can access this here.

Sat 16 Jan10:00East Linton Community Hall(4.2mi)

via East Linton Community Hall

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Venues with events near West Barns

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Dunbar Garden Centre1.6 miles away Dunbar Methodist Church1.5 miles away

More about West Barns

East Lothian, Scotland

West Barns has nearby local names including Dukes Art Gallery, John Muir Birthplace and Dunbar Garden Centre. We gather the useful dates around them together, because local plans can be creative, historical or a good reason to explore nearby. Near Here brings event details around West Barns so you can see what's happening without searching every website. Check the organiser's latest information before you head out.

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Budding Botanists: Wildlife

Budding Botanists

Budding Botanists: Wildlife

Budding Botanists

Let’s Talk Plants: Spring Bulbs

Let's Talk Plants

Let’s Talk Plants: Spring Bulbs

Let's Talk Plants

The Gatherings – September 2026

The Gatherings – October 2026

Let’s Talk Plants: Houseplants

Let's Talk Plants

The Gatherings – November 2026

Let’s Talk Plants: Houseplants

Let's Talk Plants

Christmas Services

The Gatherings – January 2027

Venues with events near West Barns

More about West Barns

Enjoyed the look of West Barns?

What's on near West Barns, in your inbox

Budding Botanists: Wildlife

Budding Botanists

Budding Botanists: Wildlife

Budding Botanists

Let’s Talk Plants: Spring Bulbs

Let's Talk Plants

Let’s Talk Plants: Spring Bulbs

Let's Talk Plants

The Gatherings – September 2026

The Gatherings – October 2026

Let’s Talk Plants: Houseplants

Let's Talk Plants

The Gatherings – November 2026

Let’s Talk Plants: Houseplants

Let's Talk Plants

Christmas Services

The Gatherings – January 2027