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The Highest Village in Scotland
Wanlockhead
Wanlockhead is a village in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, nestling in the Lowther Hills and 1 mile south of Leadhills at the head of the Mennock Pass, which forms part of the Southern Uplands. It is Scotland's highest village, at an elevation of around 466.6 m, and can be accessed via the B797, which connects it to the A76 near Sanquhar and the A74(M) motorway at Abington.
Wanlockhead Inn - Scotland's Highest Pub
Gardendyke, Wanlockhead, Dumfries and Galloway, ML12 6UZ
01659 74535
Museum of Lead Mining, Wanlockhead - Only Underground Mine Tour in Scotland (leadminingmuseum.co.uk)
Discover our 18th century lead mine where you will experience the thrill of going on the only underground mine tour in Scotland. Take a glimpse into the past by visiting the miners’ cottages and see how the miners and their families lived during the periods of 1750, 1850 & 1910. The Miners’ Library is one of three subscription libraries in Scotland set up by the Miners themselves. Due to it’s significance the library has been given Recognised Collection Status by the Scottish Government. A fantastic display of minerals, gold, mining and local artefacts are found in our Visitor Centre, along with our gift shop and tearoom.
(info taken from the official website)
www.leadminingmuseum.co.uk
Wanlockhead Village, Dumfries and Galloway, ML12 6UT
+44 (0) 1659 74387
info@leadminingmuseum.co.uk
*Please check the sites for opening hours and ticket information. *
Drumlanrig Castle
If you like delving deep into history, soaking up the finest culture, exploring beautiful countryside – or adrenaline-fuelled mountain biking – you’ll love a day at Drumlanrig Castle. From activities for kids to salmon fishing, you’ll find a raft of activity awaiting you. The Castle has 120 rooms, 17 turrets and four towers and from your very first glance you’ll know you’re entering a special place. Special enough, in fact, that the producers of Outlander used the Castle for filming their second series!
You will discover Rembrandt’s Old Woman Reading and family portraits by artists such as Thomas Gainsborough, landscapes by Paul Sandby and the Dutch masters, and cartoons by Rowlandson amid the finest furnishing and antiques.
The 90,000 acre Estate boasts miles of beautiful walks and acres of gardens. Launch yourself down one of our championship mountain biking trails, or hook yourself a salmon, fishing on the river. Activities for kids include everything from the adventure playground to ranger-led wildlife walks and a host of events.
The Castle is the stunning Dumfriesshire seat of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch and Queensberry, and they hope you find it as inspiring as they do.
Text from the official Site .
www.drumlanrigcastle.co.uk
Drumlanrig Castle, Thornhill, Dumfries & Galloway, DG3 4AQ.
+44 (0)1848 331 555
info@drumlanrigcastle.co.uk
Dumfries House
Dumfries House is a Palladian country house in Ayrshire, Scotland. It is located within a large estate, around two miles west of Cumnock. Noted for being one of the few such houses with much of its original 18th-century furniture still present, including specially commissioned Thomas Chippendale pieces, the house and estate is now owned by The Prince's Foundation, a charity which maintains it as a visitor attraction and hospitality and wedding venue. Both the house and the gardens are listed as significant aspects of Scottish heritage.
Dumfries House (dumfries-house.org.uk)
Dumfries House Dumfries House Estate, Cumnock KA18 2NJ
01290 425 959
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