Fascinating Fungi
With internationally important fungi lawns, and woodlands bursting with mushrooms of all shapes and sizes, you will be guided on a gentle walk to explore the fascinating world of fungi.
About Fascinating Fungi
| 27th September 2020 | |
| 2pm - 4pm | |
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Hopetoun House Hopetoun House Hopetoun, South Queensferry EH30 9SL |
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| Grounds entry fee £4.75 adult, £2.95 child | |
| Call 01313193956 | |
| Visit the event website here | |
| Facebook information can be found here | |
Meeting Place: Main Visitor Car Park
We hope to explore the fruiting fungi at Hopetoun. With internationally important fungi lawns, and woodlands bursting with mushrooms of all shapes and sizes, you will be guided on a gentle walk to explore the fascinating world of fungi. Please note- we will not be collecting for the pot on this walk.
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