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Newcastleton Tourist Information


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The planned village of Newcastleton was founded in 1793 by the Duke of Buccleuch as a handloom weaving centre. Situated close to the Border, alongside Liddel Water, in earlier times this was Border Reiver country, known as 'The Debatable Land'.

Today Newcastleton provides a good base for exploring the surrounding hills and forest. Within easy access is Kielder Forest, with its Reiver Cycling Route and Kielder Water, Europe's largest man-made lake, both offering a wide range of activities.

The Liddesdale Heritage Centre and Armstrong Clan Trust reflect the interest in the area's past. The museum houses a large collection of historical artefacts and offers a family research area. Hermitage Castle is a vast and eerie 14th century ruin in a lovely situation; it was much restored in the early 19th century, but incorporates fabric of various dates from the 14th century.

For leisure and recreation in Newcastleton there is the 9 hole golf course and Newcastleton Forest Enterprise offers Forest walks and cycle trails.

 

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What's near Newcastleton

Attractions:
  The World Famous Old Blacksmith Shop Centre  15 Miles
  Birdoswald Roman Fort  15 Miles
  Hawick Museum and Gallery  16 Miles
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Towns:
  Castleton  2 Miles
  Kershopefoot  4 Miles
  Langholm  7 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Cumberland Estate Agents  16 Miles
  Butterworths  20 Miles
  Tiffen & Co Ltd  20 Miles
Hotels:
  Days Inn Gretna Green  15 Miles
  Smiths at Gretna Green Classic Hotel  15 Miles
  Gretna Hall Hotel  15 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:

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Self Catering:
  Falstone Barns  14 Miles
  The Steadings Cottage  16 Miles
  The Comb  17 Miles
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Campsites:
  Kielder Caravan & Camping Site  9 Miles
  The Braids Caravan Park  15 Miles
  Dandy Dinmont Caravan and Camping Park  16 Miles

Cinema: Lonsdale City Cinemas  20 Miles

TIC: Gretna Green Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01461 337834  15 Miles


Attractions near Newcastleton
The World Famous Old Blacksmith Shop Centre (15 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.
Birdoswald Roman Fort (15 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.
Hawick Museum and Gallery (16 Miles)*
Set in the award winning Wilton Park, Hawick Museum has a wide variety of permanent displays exploring local themes, natural sciences, militaria and the history of Hawick's world-renowned hosiery and knitwear industry.
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Towns near Newcastleton
Castleton Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Kershopefoot Tourist Information (4 Miles)*
Langholm Tourist Information (7 Miles)*
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Hotels near Newcastleton
Days Inn Gretna Green (15 Miles)*
Close to the M74, this hotel has recently been refurbished throughout and offers easy access to visit the Scottish countryside and romantic Gretna Green.
Smiths at Gretna Green Classic Hotel (15 Miles)*
Located next to the world famous Old Blacksmith's Shop, Smiths at Gretna Green is the most hip and contemporary hotel for miles with inspirational and innovative designs embracing both tradition and modern day comfort set against a historical backdrop.
Gretna Hall Hotel (15 Miles)*
Situated within its own beautiful grounds, the Gretna Hall Hotel is ideal for exploring the dramatic scenery of the Scottish Borders and the Lake District.
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Self Catering near Newcastleton
Falstone Barns (14 Miles)*
Falstone Barns is an exclusive development of four luxury holiday apartments, providing a fabulous oasis from the stresses and trials of today's modern lifestyle lived at a frantic pace. Set in a private estate of 38 acres of woodland.
Bonshawbrae (18 Miles)*
Bonshawbrae has been recently renovated throughout and comprises of a fully fitted kitchen/dining area for four, one double bedroom, one twin bedroom, a sitting room with an open fire, and a bathroom.
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