The East
Lockerbie Town Hall and War Memorial
the World Famous Old Blacksmiths Shop
Moffat
Langholm
With the ‘marriage capital of the UK’ and an array of charming towns and villages, the east of Dumfries & Galloway is great for more than just romance.
The east of Dumfries & Galloway is home to a number of fascinating towns and villages from the small historical spa town of Moffat to Gretna Green ‘the marriage capital of the UK’.
Lockerbie is a small agricultural town close to the main M74 north, yet with excellent scenery and touring country roads. Admire the interesting architecture of Lockerbie Town Hall, located on the high street, along with an array of local shops. Nearby Lochmaben has three scenic lochs and is a good base for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors, with plenty of opportunities for sailing, fishing, cycling, and walking.
A wander around the town of Annan will reveal its historic sights, such as the 176-year-old bridge with its graceful arches, and Bridge House, considered one of the finest town houses in Scotland.
Surrounded by four hills, Langholm is ideal for a walking or fishing trip. The River Esk, one of Scotland’s greatest salmon rivers, flows right through the town.
At the border lies the town of Gretna and nearby Gretna Green. Today Gretna Green, or ‘the marriage capital of the UK’, still attracts 4,000 couples every year who come to tie the knot in this historic and romantic location. Be sure to visit the World Famous Old Blacksmiths Shop Centre where you can uncover the relationship between the town and weddings. For a spot of retail therapy, head to the Gretna Gateway Outlet Village for a range of discount factory stores.
The small historical spa town of Moffat has a wide tree-lined high street, which retains much of its original characteristics. Moffat boasts the title of Scotland’s first ‘walkers are welcome town’ and offers great access to the surrounding hills. You will find a number of shops selling local goods and an excellent choice of places to stop for morning coffee or afternoon tea.
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