The best of Scotland – just a few miles from the capital

And speaking of eating, East Lothian offers everything from good quality pub grub to fine dining, much of which uses locally-produced, fresh ingredients.

Its coastal location means East Lothian’s seafood is particularly good, and well worth a sample when you are in the area.

When it comes to shopping in East Lothian, the focus is on the customer. The locally-owned businesses offer shoppers a laid-back bit of retail therapy, and each owner takes that extra time and care to ensure they provide the right items at the right prices.

Many towns offer free parking, so there’s no need to rush back to the car before you have checked out the many boutiques and shops.

A visit to East Lothian should be top of the list of things to do this summer.