Attractions in Langholm & Things to Do in Langholm
(and nearby)

The World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Attractions (10 Miles)*
When people hear the name Gretna Green their thoughts often step back in time to the history of runaway marriages. The Old Blacksmith's Shop is at the heart of this fascinating tradition.
Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace (12 Miles)*
Thomas Carlyle may have rubbed shoulders with Darwin, Dickens and Thackeray, but he never forgot his roots and insisted that his final resting place should be Ecclefechan, the village where his birthplace still stands.
Carlisle Castle (17 Miles)*
Standing on the site of a Roman fort, Carlisle Castle is one of Cumbria's best loved landmarks. The sturdy walls of this well-maintained fortress have dominated Carlisle for the last 900 years.

Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery (17 Miles)*
Our combination of permanent displays (many of them enjoyably interactive and 'hands on'), changing exhibitions and exciting events and workshops makes Tullie House a thriving centre of activity.
Carlisle Cathedral (17 Miles)*
The Cathedral, founded in 1122 and battered by centuries of border warfare, was built for the glory of God, and services have been said and sung daily in it for nearly 900 years.
Talkin Tarn Country Park (19 Miles)*
A glacial lake nestling beneath the fells of the North Pennines, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Birdoswald Roman Fort (19 Miles)*
Visit the fascinating hands-on interactive visitor centre and remains of the Roman fort where you become part of Birdoswald's 2000 years of history.
Savings Banks Museum (19 Miles)*
In 1810 Dr Duncan opened the world's first commercial savings bank, paying interest of its investors' modest savings.
Carlisle Race Course (19 Miles)*
Carlisle Racecourse is situated at Blackwell on the outskirts of the historic border city of Carlisle. Set in open countryside, the undulating course provides high quality racing every month of the year.
Hawick Museum and Gallery (20 Miles)*
Situated in the award winning Wilton Lodge Park, Hawick Museum and Gallery has a lively programme of art and museum exhibitions throughout the year.
Caerlaverock Castle (23 Miles)*
One of the finest castles in Scotland, Caerlaverock Castle is on a triangular site surrounded by moats.
Burns House (24 Miles)*
It was in this simple sandstone house in a quiet Dumfries street that Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet, spent the last years of his brilliant life.
Jedforest Deer & Farm Park (25 Miles)*
For a great family day out that's really different, why not explore the farm with a difference? Admire our magnificent herds of deer and find out more about farming today.
National Museum of Costume (26 Miles)*
Follow fashion and social etiquette from the 1870s to the 1950 at the National Museum of Costume.
Bowhill House & Country Estate (26 Miles)*
The Scottish Borders home of the Duke of Buccleuch & Queensberry KT, is in the centre of an extensive estate of hills and valleys where history and landscape combine to provide a unique experience.
New Abbey Corn Mill (26 Miles)*
New Abbey Corn Mill is a well-kept secret in the village of New Abbey, five miles south of Dumfries.
Housesteads Roman Fort (28 Miles)*
Housesteads claim to fame is that it is the most complete example of any Roman fort remaining in Britain.
Jedburgh Abbey (28 Miles)*
Jedburgh Abbey is one of the border abbeys founded by David I around 1138 for Augustinian canons.
Mary Queen of Scots Visitor Centre (28 Miles)*
This impressive 16th century house, set in a garden of pear trees, interprets the tragic life and times of Mary Queen of Scots.
Traquair House (31 Miles)*
Visit romantic Traquair where Alexander I signed a charter over 800 years ago and where the 'modern wings' were completed in 1680.
South Tynedale Railway (31 Miles)*
Buy your ticket in the restored Victorian station building for a leisurely ride through the beautiful scenery of the South Tyne valley. The trains are hauled by preserved steam and diesel engines from Britain and abroad.
Robert Smail's Printing Works (31 Miles)*
Step back in time at this completely restored printing works and see how printing was done at the beginning of the 20th Century.
Abbotsford House (32 Miles)*
Abbotsford will remain closed until 2013 to allow for an extensive programme of much-needed repair and refurbishment.
Melrose Abbey (32 Miles)*
Melrose Abbey is probably the most famous ruin in Scotland. It was founded by David I around 1136 as a Cistercian abbey, but largely destroyed by Richard II's English army in 1385.
Priorwood Gardens (32 Miles)*
Priorwood is a specialist garden where the plants grown are selected for their suitability for drying.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



Above, you'll find a list of the Tourist Attractions in Langholm and things to do in Langholm (and nearby) listed on AboutBritain.com.

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