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Auldgirth
Dumfries.
DG2 0SA
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Robert Burns, Historic Attractions, Museums, Local Interest
Robert Burns
Burns Hermitage, located within Friars Carse Hotel grounds, Robert Burns referred to the Burns Hermitage as the 'livied cot' where the poet came to talk with his friends at Friars Carse and to write poetry. For these years were some of the most fruitful time of his short lfe. Burns left his mark on the tiny Hermitage, scratching some lines from a poem onto a window with a diamond.
Ellisland Farm, is a 2 minute walk from the hotel. Ellisland Farm provides a wonderful insight into Robert Burn's life on a farm two hundred years ago. Guided tours of the farmhouse and musuem are available. You can see Rabbie's original writings and possessions and stroll along Burns' walk beside the river.
The Burns National Heritage Park, for 200 years, the beautiful scenery of Alloway and its special connection with the life and works of Robert Burns have drawn visitors to this stunning Ayrshire village. Burns National Heritage Park offers visitors a chance to experience the rich heritage of Burns within the environment that insprired his imagination. Supported by modern visitor facilities and easily accessible by road and public transport, the Park is an ideal destination for young and old alike.
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Historic Attractions
Drumlanrig Castle, Gardens and Country Park
Sweetheart Castle
Distance: 20 minute drive
New Abbey Corn Mill, operated regularly in the summer months, see how oakmill is produced.
Distance: 20 minute drive
Caelaverock Castle
Distance: 30 minute drive
Threave Castle
Distance: 30 minute drive
Dundrennan Abbey
Distance: 50 minute drive
Museums
Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura, a treasure house of the history of Southwest Scotland, Dumfries Museum is centered around the 18th century windmill which stands above the town. Above the museum is the Camera Obscura this historic astronomical instrument gives fascinating panoramic views over the town, on clear days the range is many miles.
Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum, the museum houses a large and ever expanding aircraft collection, aero engines and a very impressive display if artefacts and personal histories relating to aviation, past and present.
Shambellie House Museum of Costume, take in a century of style at this beautiful country house museum. Follow the story of fashion from the 1850's to the 1950s. Explore life- like room settings and elegant clothes. Immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the wealthy.
Moffat Museum, situated in Moffat's conservation area, provides a fascinating insight into Moffat's history; from early Roman times, the Border Reivers, the Convenanters, heyday of its coaching era, the discovery of the Well and its success as a Spa; also memorabilia pertaining to Lord Dowding of Battle of Britain fame.
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Local Interest
Barnbarroch Pottery, a working and professional workshop for studio ceramics. This pottery craft workshop has provided both the local enthusiasts, businesses and the region tourists with a unique and friendly source of ceramics, both off-the- shelf and to commission.
Clience Studio, this small but stylish gallery has a calm atmosphere where visitors are welcome to simple view the artwork or may purchase original oils and watercolours, prints and cards. Many of the paintings relate to Galloway and the Western Highlands, but abstract work is often displayed also.