A guide to Auldgirth | 10 Places to Stay
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Auldgirth is a small historic village in Nithsdale in Dumfries and
Galloway in Southern Scotland situated 8 miles north-west of Dumfries on
the River Nith.
The Auldgirth Inn was built by monks from Melrose Abbey as a sanctuary
c1500 it is now a traditional pub/hotel marking the end of the village;
two centuries ago Robert Burns Scotland’s National Poet was a
well-known visitor to the inn.
Auldgirth is a popular tourist destination and an ideal base for
touring the attractions of Dumfries and Galloway. The village stretches
from the local grocery store to the Auldgirth Inn, there are B&B’s,
self-catering and camping and caravanning accommodation available.
The area has a variety of walks and trails and is situated close to the
famous Southerland Upland Way; a famous 212 mile walk starting from
Portpatrick heading east to Cockburnspath in Berwickshire.
The Dalswinton Estate offers trout fishing and bike hire is available
in nearby Thornhill at the Drumlanrig Castle, once the ancient Douglas
stronghold and home of the Duke of Buccleuch and Queensberry.
The Robert Burn Centre is located in an 18th century watermill on the
west bank of the River Nith and the Ellisland Farm, a former home of
Robert Burns is now a museum with displays and information on his life
at the farm.
Cottage
Beech Cottage at Friars Carse
Welcome Cottages
Dun Beag at Friars Carse
Dun Mohr at Friars Carse
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Places to Stay near Auldgirth
Friars Carse Country House Hotel (0.59 miles)
This fine Scottish Baronial Hall is most famous for its connections with the celebrated poet Robert Burns. Robert Burns wrote many of his well known works whilst staying at Friars Carse.
With ... more
Auldgirth Inn (0.65 miles)
Trigony Hotel (5.03 miles)
Standing in over four acres of secluded gardens and mature woodland, Trigony started life as the Shooting Lodge for Closeburn Castle. Now home to the Moore family, Trigony combines the welcoming ambience of a country ... more | visit website
Southpark Country House (5.64 miles)
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Edge of town establishment enjoying peaceful location yet only 5 mins drive from town centre, panoramic views over the 3 valleys, easy access from all ... more
Langlands (6.68 miles)
Torbay Lodge Guest House (6.78 miles)
Our 4 star guest house offers the convenience of ample off-road parking and is ideally situated, being less than a five minute walk to Dumfries shopping centre. We are situated ... more
Dalston House Hotel (6.79 miles)
The Dalston House Hotel is a comfortable and warm hotel to spend an enjoyable stay in. Ten minutes from town centre This family run quality establishment is pleasantly situated on the edge ... more
Station Hotel (6.86 miles)
Station Hotel, 3 Stars, The Best Western Station Hotel has been extended, refurbished and revitalized. The reception area, bedrooms, Pullman Restaurant and Garden Room are now fully refurbished. This classic ... more
Ferintosh Guest House (6.87 miles)
Ferintosh Guest House is honoured to be Ranked #1 B&B in Dumfries on TripAdvisor.co.uk and Highly Recommended by Lonely Planet Guide books AND The Rough Guide to Scotland Guide Book. Warm, clean, comfortable, and stylishly furnished, ... more | visit website
Glenaldor House (6.90 miles)
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