Traprain Tea, East Lothian

Dan Harrison

Dan grew up on an organic farm in Northumberland and has always had a deep interest in the natural world. He developed his love of tea at university and whilst visiting other countries where tea is a mainstay of daily life.

With help of friends and family he planted the first tea plants in East Lothian in 2016. The garden is situated close to Traprain Law, a volcanic rock formation rich in history, myth and miracles. East Lothian is famed for its rich red soils and long hours of sunlight, with the occasional cold sea fog drifting inland.

Dan has a passion for horticulture and also runs a native tree nursery called Underground Trees which focuses on organic growing methods and soil interactions. He’s interested in exploring how tea can become a viable agroforestry crop within Scotland.