Dunscore

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Sunset on the B729 near Dunscore
Sunset on the B729 near Dunscore
Eastward across Cairn Water valley at site of Dunscore station. View NE: the station had been on the left: ex-G&SW Dumfries - Moniaive Light Railway; all closed to passengers 3/5/43, to goods 4/7/49 - just a gateway is left in 1991.
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Sheep grazing on Scaur Farm Lots of sheep on the low ground.
Photo by Calum McRoberts (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Hillside Cairn This unmapped cairn gives fine views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby Stepford quarry.
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Days Inn by Wyndham Lockerbie Annandale Water

Days Inn by Wyndham Lockerbie Annandale Water

3 out of 5
Roadchef Motorway Svc Ar A74M Lockerbie Scotland
The price is CA $58 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
CA $58
CA $70 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lockerbie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (800 reviews)
everything you would need and helpful staff.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Lockerbie Annandale Water
Holiday Inn Dumfries by IHG

Holiday Inn Dumfries by IHG

3 out of 5
The Crichton, Bankend Road Dumfries Scotland
The price is CA $114 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $114
CA $137 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dumfries. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (612 reviews)
Great location and all staff very friendly and protester all times. Nice dinner at hotel Large clean rooms with everything you need

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Holiday Inn Dumfries by IHG
Hetland Hall Hotel

Hetland Hall Hotel

4 out of 5
Hetland Hall Hotel Dumfries Scotland
The price is CA $166 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $166
CA $200 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dumfries. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Dino ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (490 reviews)
Friendly staff and lovely room

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Hetland Hall Hotel
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Belton House Holiday Home Wanlockhead Dumfries & Galloway - Sleeping 20

Belton House Holiday Home Wanlockhead Dumfries & Galloway - Sleeping 20

Wanlockhead Scotland
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Biggar. Enjoy private pools, a sauna, and a garden. Popular attractions Museum of Lead Mining and Leadhills ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Weekend break
Disappointed all the facilities were not included and had to pay extra for pool, hot tub sauna, karaoke

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

Belton House Holiday Home Wanlockhead Dumfries & Galloway - Sleeping 20
Stunning 4-bedroom Cabin With Hot Tub in Beattock!

Stunning 4-bedroom Cabin With Hot Tub in Beattock!

3 out of 5
Moffat Scotland
Stay at this cabin in Moffat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Southern Upland Way Trailhead and Moffat Community Nature Reserve ...
Stunning 4-bedroom Cabin With Hot Tub in Beattock!
Woodburn Lodge With Private Hottub, Smart tv with Wifi, Veiws To Mabie Forrest

Woodburn Lodge With Private Hottub, Smart tv with Wifi, Veiws To Mabie Forrest

dumfries SCT
Stay at this cottage in Dumfries. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 7stanes - Mabie and Mabie Forest Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
The property was excellent,was very well equipped & was in a picturesque location. I spoke to the host Nigel before we arrived,he was very friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this property.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Woodburn Lodge With Private Hottub, Smart tv with Wifi, Veiws To Mabie Forrest
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Popular places to visit

Shot on the castles.grounds, performance by Jousting Scotland. Shot from ground level and working from the safe zone...

Caerlaverock Castle

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Dumfries when you take a trip to Caerlaverock Castle. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Caerlaverock Castle
Sweetheart abbey

Sweetheart Abbey

You can learn about the history of New Abbey with a visit to Sweetheart Abbey. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Sweetheart Abbey

Dalscone Farm Fun

Enjoy an outing to Dalscone Farm Fun during your stay in Dumfries. Wander the forest or discover the area's waterfalls.

Dalscone Farm Fun

Dumfries Ice Bowl

Catch an event at Dumfries Ice Bowl during your trip to Dumfries. Amble around the area's forest or experience its entertainment venues.

Dumfries Ice Bowl

Mabie Forest Park

Explore the great outdoors at Mabie Forest Park, a lovely green space in Dumfries. Wander the forest or discover the area's waterfalls.

Mabie Forest Park

Caerlaverock Wetland Centre

Explore the great outdoors at Caerlaverock Wetland Centre, a lovely green space in Dumfries. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Caerlaverock Wetland Centre

Things to do

Galloway White Water Tubing Adventure

Dumfries White Water Tubing Adventure

CA $112
per adult
Dumfries White Water Tubing Adventure
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Cities near Dunscore

Sweetheart Abbey

Dumfries