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Dundrennan Abbey

Dundrennan Abbey

This 12th century Cistercian abbey stands in a small and secluded valley and was founded by David I. Mary Queen of Scots spent her last night on Scottish soil here in 1568…

Glenluce Abbey

Glenluce Abbey

Glenluce Abbey, founded around 1192 by Roland, Lord of Galloway, is set in the secluded valley of the Water of Luce. Its remains include a 16th century chapter house with fine architectural features and wonderful acoustics. The abbey’s museum of monastic life houses a fascinating collection of artefacts…

Maclellan's Castle

Maclellan's Castle

Named after Sir Thomas MacLellan of Bombie, a former provost of Kirkcudbright. This 16th century castle demonstrates the change from heavily defended tower houses to more domestic designs. The Great Hall’s fireplace has a rare "laird’s lug" through which the master of the house could eavesdrop on guests…

New Abbey Corn Mill

New Abbey Corn Mill

This carefully renovated 18th century water-powered oatmeal mill is in full working order. Regular demonstrations are given for visitors in the summer to show how oatmeal was produced…

Sweetheart Abbey

Sweetheart Abbey

Founded in 1273 by Lady Devorgilla of Galloway in memory of her husband John Balliol. On her death, she was buried next to her husband’s embalmed heart and the monks named their abbey in memory of her. The graceful ruin nestles between Criffel Hill and the Solway Firth…

Threave Castle

Threave Castle

Built by Archibald the Grim in the late 14th century, Threave Castle was an early stronghold of the Black Douglases. Around its base is an artillery fortification built before 1455 when the castle was besieged by James II. Ring the bell and the custodian will come to ferry you over…

Whithorn Priory & Museum

Whithorn Priory & Museum

The site of the first Christian church in Scotland. Founded as ‘Candida Casa’ by St Ninian in the early 5th century it later became the cathedral church of Galloway. Visitors can now see the collection of early Christian carved crosses in a newly refurbished museum…

Dalmeny House

Dalmeny House

Dalmeny House rejoices in one of the most beautiful and unspoilt settings in Great Britain, yet it is only seven miles from Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, fifteen minutes from Edinburgh airport and less than an hour’s drive from Glasgow. It is an eminently suitable venue for group visits, business functions, and special events, including product launches. Outdoor activities, such as off-road driving, can be arranged. Dalmeny House, the family home of the Earls of Rosebery for over 300 years, boasts superb collections of porcelain and tapestries, fine paintings by Gainsborough, Raeburn, Reynolds and Lawrence, together with the exquisite Mentmore Rothschild collection of 18th century French furniture. There is also the Napoleonic collection, assembled by the 5th Earl of Rosebery, Prime Minister, historian and owner of three Derby winners. The Hall, Library and Dining Room will lend a memorable sense of occasion to corporate receptions, luncheons and dinners. A wide range of entertainment can also be provided, from a clarsach player to a floodlit pipe band Beating the Retreat…

Arniston House

Arniston House

Magnificent William Adam mansion started in 1726. Fine plasterwork, Scottish portraiture, period furniture and other fascinating contents. Beautiful country setting beloved by Sir Walter Scott…

Blackness Castle

Blackness Castle

One of Scotland’s most important strongholds. Built in the 14th century and strengthened in the 16th century as an artillery fortress, it has been a royal castle, prison armaments depot and film location for Hamlet. It stands on a promontory in the Firth of Forth…