Santa's Grotto Experience

Create unforgettable Christmas memories for the whole family at our Santa’s Grotto Experience! Be greeted by Santa’s elves, enjoy an interactive pantomime performance and meet Santa to get your very own gift.

Grinch Afternoon Tea Party
VERDANT WORKS MUSEUM

The Grinch has sneaked into Verdant Works Museum! Join us for an afternoon tea with a twist this festive season; filled with mischief, delicious snacks, and Christmas cheer.

Leave a Gift in Your Will

Did you know that Dundee Heritage Trust can receive gifts in wills? Your gift could make a lasting difference to our work in Dundee. Thank you so much for considering us.

Volunteering with us

Our charity was founded in 1985 by a small band of dedicated local volunteers. Today, our volunteers remain at the heart of our work to share our heritage for future generations.

Our mission for Discovery

At Dundee Heritage Trust, we are committed to share our heritage for the benefit of current and future generations. Now, we’re on a mission to protect the RRS Discovery and spark curiosity in heritage for the next 100 years.

RRS Discovery Conservation

Explore the Royal Research Ship Discovery’s £1.4m conservation project.

Polar Publications

Celebrate two iconic publications from within our Polar Collections; the famous South Polar Times compiled on Discovery in 1902, and Shackleton’s rare Aurora Australis.

The Boss
COLLECTIONS

As 2024 marks #Shackleton150, we look at just some of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Discovery story, and how his first trip to Antarctica paved the way for an incredible career in Polar exploration.

Visit Us

Group Visits

We welcome private groups of any size to our museums. Our venues offer group discounts for groups of 15+ visitors.

  • If you plan to attend as a self-led group of 15 people or more, please book in a minimum of seven days in advance before the visit
  • As part of a group visit, your ticket is valid all day, whether visiting as part of a tour or self-led
  • If you’re a travel company booking a group visit, we may be able to offer out-of-hours museum access
  • Additional Accessibility information for Discovery Point and Verdant works can be found in the Accessibility section
  • Free coach parking is available at both of our venues. Parking spaces cannot be booked and is available on a first come-first served basis
  • Verdant Works has a car park, with free parking for visitors. There is free coach parking on Miln Street, subject to availability. Discovery Point has a car park adjacent to the building and parking fees apply. There is free coach parking. See Dundee City Council car parks & fees

Catering for groups

We can cater to your needs and different group sizes. For more information about catering,
please contact us.

FAQs

Discovery Point
Verdant Works

What are your opening hours?

Our opening hours vary from Summer to Winter. For travel trade groups, we can on occasion allow exclusive earlier access.

How long is the recommended visiting time?

We recommend at least 1.5hours.

Do you have coach parking?

Yes, we have free coach parking right beside Discovery Point.

Do I need to book before arrival?

Group bookings must be pre-booked in advance.

What are your opening hours?

Our opening hours vary from Summer to Winter. For travel trade groups, we can on occasion allow exclusive earlier access.

How long is the recommended visiting time?

We recommend at least 1.5hours.

Do you have coach parking?

Yes, we have free coach parking beside Verdant Works Museum.

Do I need to book before arrival?

Group visits must be pre-booked in advance.

Enquire about a travel group visit

If you would like to bring a group of 15 or more travellers, would like to see our travel trade toolkit, or would like to arrange a familiarisation visit, please get in touch. Thank you!

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