Balgone Sunflowers
Fourteen acres of golden sunflowers at Balgone Estate, North Berwick. Wander the trail, pick your own blooms and stay for the sunset. Open this August.
Every August, fourteen acres at Balgone turn gold. Wander the winding trails, find the hidden photo spots, and pick fresh blooms to take home.
Come for the day or stay for the sunset. From the trail to golden-hour photography, private field hire and evenings with food and live music, there is a summer moment here for everyone.
Opens August 2026
Trail from £18 per car
Pick-your-own blooms
35 minutes from Edinburgh
More ways to enjoy the fields
Sunset evenings, golden-hour photography and private field hire. Each has its own dates, times and booking.
Plan your visit
When
The Sunflower Trail opens in August, with bookings from July. Sunset Sunflowers runs from 8 to 23 August. Each experience has its own dates and times.
Where
Balgone Estate, North Berwick, East Lothian EH39 5NY. Two miles from North Berwick and thirty five minutes from Edinburgh.
Booking
Book online through each experience. Photography sessions run daytime and golden hour, and the fields are available for private hire in timed sessions.
Good to know
Answers to the questions we get asked most about a day in the sunflowers.
Disabled access for the sunflower trail
Sunflowers
The trail runs across fields and uneven ground. We have two Beach Wheelchairs available, one Hippocampe chair for children and one Debug chair for adults. These must be booked in advance for 60 minute slots and users must be able to self transfer or be transferred by a carer.
How do I book a Beach Wheelchair
Sunflowers
Beach Wheelchairs must be booked in advance and availability is limited. Email david@balgoneestate.co.uk to request a slot.
Can I bring dogs
Sunflowers
Dogs are welcome across the sunflower trail if kept on a lead and comfortable in busy areas.
Do I need a ticket
Sunflowers
Yes. All visitors require a ticket to manage numbers and keep the trail enjoyable.
What should I wear
Sunflowers
Wear outdoor shoes with grip and suitable clothing. The fields can be muddy or dusty depending on the weather.
How long is the trail
Sunflowers
Most visitors take 45 to 60 minutes depending on walking pace and photo stops.
Are there toilets
Sunflowers
Yes. Toilets are available on site.