Guidebook for Lochfoot
Food Scene
Cavens Arms
20 Buccleuch StGreat menu, great food
Great locally produced food. Also has a shop.
14 locals recommend
Kilnford Farm Shop and Farmhouse Kitchen Cafe
Great locally produced food. Also has a shop.
Neuro’s Bar, Restaurant and Spa is a vibrant yet relaxing place to unwind and dine. Pamper yourself in the Spa or unwind in the indoor pool, steam room & sauna.
Neuros is situated on the idyllic Crichton Estate where you can spend the day indulging all of your senses. Whatever the occasion, the bar and restaurant offers a light airy and vibrant space to relax with friends and family alike. In the morning why not pop in for coffee and cake? Brunch, Lunch or Dinner, the well-stocked bar has an eclectic selection of wines, spirits and soft drinks whilst the kitchen brigade create sensational seasonal menus showcasing the very best of Scottish produce.
Easterbrook Bistro, Bar & Spa
Bankend RoadNeuro’s Bar, Restaurant and Spa is a vibrant yet relaxing place to unwind and dine. Pamper yourself in the Spa or unwind in the indoor pool, steam room & sauna.
Neuros is situated on the idyllic Crichton Estate where you can spend the day indulging all of your senses. Whatever the occasion, the bar and restaurant offers a light airy and vibrant space to relax with friends and family alike. In the morning why not pop in for coffee and cake? Brunch, Lunch or Dinner, the well-stocked bar has an eclectic selection of wines, spirits and soft drinks whilst the kitchen brigade create sensational seasonal menus showcasing the very best of Scottish produce.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Robert the Bruce
81-83 Buccleuch StRange of beers, food
Coach and horses
66 White SandsLive music, bar
The Stag Bar
48 Bank StFriendly bar. TV's for sport
Tam 'O Shanter Inn
109 Queensberry StTraditional pub with real ale.
HOLE IN THE WALL LTD
156 High StBar. Sports TV. Food
The New Bazaar
38-39 White SandsBar. Live music.
Parks & Nature
There’s something here for everyone – open space to play, picnic and barbecue, lots of trails with spectacular views, and plenty of opportunities for wildlife watching.
Mabie is also one of the world-class 7stanes mountain biking centres and caters for beginners right through to the most expert of riders.
6 locals recommend
Mabie Forest
There’s something here for everyone – open space to play, picnic and barbecue, lots of trails with spectacular views, and plenty of opportunities for wildlife watching.
Mabie is also one of the world-class 7stanes mountain biking centres and caters for beginners right through to the most expert of riders.
Ae Forest is the perfect place to visit, whether you want to relax with a picnic beside the river, watch woodland wildlife, stroll through the trees or burn off some serious energy on horseback or on the superb mountain bike trails.
13 locals recommend
FOREST OF AE
Ae Forest is the perfect place to visit, whether you want to relax with a picnic beside the river, watch woodland wildlife, stroll through the trees or burn off some serious energy on horseback or on the superb mountain bike trails.
Dalbeattie is one of the 7stanes world-class mountain biking centres – it’s renowned for its challenging granite slabs. If you're here to explore on your bike, head to the 7stanes Dalbeattie car park.
Pretty Plantain Loch is a real highlight in this quiet, easy to explore forest beside the town of Dalbeattie. Pause a while at the lochside to watch ducks and dragonflies, and discover soaring sculptures amongst the trees. The best place to start for walkers is the Dalbeattie Town Wood car park.
11 locals recommend
Dalbeattie Forest Town Wood
Dalbeattie is one of the 7stanes world-class mountain biking centres – it’s renowned for its challenging granite slabs. If you're here to explore on your bike, head to the 7stanes Dalbeattie car park.
Pretty Plantain Loch is a real highlight in this quiet, easy to explore forest beside the town of Dalbeattie. Pause a while at the lochside to watch ducks and dragonflies, and discover soaring sculptures amongst the trees. The best place to start for walkers is the Dalbeattie Town Wood car park.
A visual melting pot of swirling blues and greys, the mudflats and saltmarsh of Caerlaverock provide a winter feast for birds like barnacle geese, bar tailed godwit and knot. Standing on the edge of this vast flat expanse, you can watch flocks of birds wheeling through the sky as they travel from mudflat to coastal salt marsh. Or arrive at dusk in early summer to listen to the eerie chorus of natterjack toads.
7 locals recommend
Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve
A visual melting pot of swirling blues and greys, the mudflats and saltmarsh of Caerlaverock provide a winter feast for birds like barnacle geese, bar tailed godwit and knot. Standing on the edge of this vast flat expanse, you can watch flocks of birds wheeling through the sky as they travel from mudflat to coastal salt marsh. Or arrive at dusk in early summer to listen to the eerie chorus of natterjack toads.
The Dock Park has undergone massive regeneration to upgrade the facilities. The riverside park has a rich and varied history which has been made accessible to park users through interpretation boards and the conservation of historic features
11 locals recommend
Dock Park Dumfries
DockheadThe Dock Park has undergone massive regeneration to upgrade the facilities. The riverside park has a rich and varied history which has been made accessible to park users through interpretation boards and the conservation of historic features
Sightseeing
With its moat, twin towered gatehouse and imposing battlements, this awe-inspiring castle is the epitome of the medieval stronghold and one of the finest castles in Scotland.
Although ruined, Caerlaverock is still a substantial structure and you can explore many different features within its unique triangular ground plan. The castle's turbulent history owes much to its proximity to England which brought it into the brutal cross-border conflicts and you can enjoy a fascinating siege warfare exhibition complete with reconstructions of medieval siege engines.
48 locals recommend
Caerlaverock Castle
With its moat, twin towered gatehouse and imposing battlements, this awe-inspiring castle is the epitome of the medieval stronghold and one of the finest castles in Scotland.
Although ruined, Caerlaverock is still a substantial structure and you can explore many different features within its unique triangular ground plan. The castle's turbulent history owes much to its proximity to England which brought it into the brutal cross-border conflicts and you can enjoy a fascinating siege warfare exhibition complete with reconstructions of medieval siege engines.
Explore the former home of Robert Burns, which today it is one of the leading visitor attractions in Dumfries dedicated to Scotland's national poet.
Visit Ellisland, the family home built by Robert Burns in 1788 for his bride Jean Armour. Set picturesquely on the banks of the River Nith, Burns could not have chosen a more idyllic spot.
Follow in the footsteps of one of world’s greatest poet’s and experience the peace and tranquility of its riverside location. Admire the view of the Nith from his study where many of his greatest works were penned, and soak in the unique atmosphere of Ellisland Farm, which has barely changed since the time of Burns.
15 locals recommend
Robert Burns Ellisland Farm
Holywood RoadExplore the former home of Robert Burns, which today it is one of the leading visitor attractions in Dumfries dedicated to Scotland's national poet.
Visit Ellisland, the family home built by Robert Burns in 1788 for his bride Jean Armour. Set picturesquely on the banks of the River Nith, Burns could not have chosen a more idyllic spot.
Follow in the footsteps of one of world’s greatest poet’s and experience the peace and tranquility of its riverside location. Admire the view of the Nith from his study where many of his greatest works were penned, and soak in the unique atmosphere of Ellisland Farm, which has barely changed since the time of Burns.
This splendid red-sandstone ruin of the late 13th century was founded by Lady Dervorgilla of Galloway, in memory of her husband Lord John Balliol. When her husband died in 1268, Lady Dervorgilla, had his heart embalmed and placed in an ivory casket which she carried everywhere with her. On her death, she was laid to rest with her husband's heart and the monks named the abbey in memory of her.
19 locals recommend
Sweetheart Abbey
Main StreetThis splendid red-sandstone ruin of the late 13th century was founded by Lady Dervorgilla of Galloway, in memory of her husband Lord John Balliol. When her husband died in 1268, Lady Dervorgilla, had his heart embalmed and placed in an ivory casket which she carried everywhere with her. On her death, she was laid to rest with her husband's heart and the monks named the abbey in memory of her.
Arts & Culture
Gracefield Arts Centre presents a changing programme of contemporary visual art and craft exhibitions and activities.
The Gracefield Arts Centre features a permanent collection of over 400 Scottish paintings from the 1880s to the present day, and holds a variety of exhibitions featuring local, UK and international artists and craftmakers. Explore the craftshop, printmakers, workshop and studio before enjoying a refreshment in the café.
Dumfries & Galloway has a rich cultural heritage and is credited with more art and craft practitioners per square mile than anywhere else in the UK. It is also home to Spring Fling, Britain's premier open studios event.
12 locals recommend
Gracefield Arts Centre
28 Edinburgh RdGracefield Arts Centre presents a changing programme of contemporary visual art and craft exhibitions and activities.
The Gracefield Arts Centre features a permanent collection of over 400 Scottish paintings from the 1880s to the present day, and holds a variety of exhibitions featuring local, UK and international artists and craftmakers. Explore the craftshop, printmakers, workshop and studio before enjoying a refreshment in the café.
Dumfries & Galloway has a rich cultural heritage and is credited with more art and craft practitioners per square mile than anywhere else in the UK. It is also home to Spring Fling, Britain's premier open studios event.
Visit a treasure trove of local history set in an 18th century windmill and gaze through the magical Camera Obscura.
From fossil footprints left by prehistoric reptiles to the wildlife of the Solway marshes, the tools and weapons of the region's earliest inhabitants to stone carvings of Scotland's first Christians, the museum offers a fascinating journey of discovery through the region's history.
Climb the steps to the top floor of the museum for fantastic views and the chance to look through the Camera Obscura. Installed in 1836, this historic optical instrument - the oldest working instrument of its kind in the world - provides panoramic views over town and countryside.
26 locals recommend
Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura
Rotchell RoadVisit a treasure trove of local history set in an 18th century windmill and gaze through the magical Camera Obscura.
From fossil footprints left by prehistoric reptiles to the wildlife of the Solway marshes, the tools and weapons of the region's earliest inhabitants to stone carvings of Scotland's first Christians, the museum offers a fascinating journey of discovery through the region's history.
Climb the steps to the top floor of the museum for fantastic views and the chance to look through the Camera Obscura. Installed in 1836, this historic optical instrument - the oldest working instrument of its kind in the world - provides panoramic views over town and countryside.
Based around the original control tower of the former RAF Dumfries, the museum houses a fascinating collection of aircraft and flight memorabilia.
Whether you’re an aviation buff or are simply intrigued by the wonders of flight, the museum offers a great day out for the whole family. The control tower is crammed to the roof with artefacts and memorabilia including aviation clothing from the two World Wars, rescue equipment and many items recovered by the museum's archaeology team from various crash sites. The museum's prize exhibit is a Supermarine Spitfire Mk II which was recovered from the waters of Loch Doon.
14 locals recommend
Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum
Tinwald Downs RoadBased around the original control tower of the former RAF Dumfries, the museum houses a fascinating collection of aircraft and flight memorabilia.
Whether you’re an aviation buff or are simply intrigued by the wonders of flight, the museum offers a great day out for the whole family. The control tower is crammed to the roof with artefacts and memorabilia including aviation clothing from the two World Wars, rescue equipment and many items recovered by the museum's archaeology team from various crash sites. The museum's prize exhibit is a Supermarine Spitfire Mk II which was recovered from the waters of Loch Doon.
Welcome to The Old School. We have 6 local, multi-award winning companies all under the one roof creating a unique, fun visitor experience. Tearoom, art-gallery and shop, hair and make-up studio, school of dance, beauty therapy and more!
The Old School
Brooke StreetWelcome to The Old School. We have 6 local, multi-award winning companies all under the one roof creating a unique, fun visitor experience. Tearoom, art-gallery and shop, hair and make-up studio, school of dance, beauty therapy and more!
Discover the history of the savings bank movement as well as the region of Dumfries & Galloway itself at the Savings Banks Museum. The original Ruthwell Parish Bank is now home of the Savings Banks Museum. The eighteenth century building houses a collection of early home savings boxes, coins and bank notes from many parts of the world. There are books on the worldwide spread of savings banks. The modest but important archives include documents and letters on the history of savings banks.
Savings Banks Museum
2 Thwaite CottagesDiscover the history of the savings bank movement as well as the region of Dumfries & Galloway itself at the Savings Banks Museum. The original Ruthwell Parish Bank is now home of the Savings Banks Museum. The eighteenth century building houses a collection of early home savings boxes, coins and bank notes from many parts of the world. There are books on the worldwide spread of savings banks. The modest but important archives include documents and letters on the history of savings banks.
Scotland’s national bard spent his last years in this simple sandstone house that is a key pilgrimage site for Burns' enthusiast from around the world. Over the years it has attracted many famous visitors including the poets Wordsworth, Coleridge and Keats. View original manuscripts and some of Burns’ personal belongings. See his desk and chair in the study where he created some of his finest works.
29 locals recommend
Robert Burns House
Burns StreetScotland’s national bard spent his last years in this simple sandstone house that is a key pilgrimage site for Burns' enthusiast from around the world. Over the years it has attracted many famous visitors including the poets Wordsworth, Coleridge and Keats. View original manuscripts and some of Burns’ personal belongings. See his desk and chair in the study where he created some of his finest works.
The Art Room within The Old School is in the former Saint Andrews Primary in Dumfries, in the south-west of Scotland. This "Aladdin's Cave" of a gift & craft shop offers handmade products by local, national & international makers as well as a large range of unique & unusual gifts sourced from across the globe. All treasures are complimented by The Art Room's vast windows & natural light, and The Old School's special original features.
The Art Room within The Old School
Brooke StreetThe Art Room within The Old School is in the former Saint Andrews Primary in Dumfries, in the south-west of Scotland. This "Aladdin's Cave" of a gift & craft shop offers handmade products by local, national & international makers as well as a large range of unique & unusual gifts sourced from across the globe. All treasures are complimented by The Art Room's vast windows & natural light, and The Old School's special original features.
In the gift shop at Abbey Cottage you'll find home-baking, biscuits and preserves, work by talented local artists, and Scottish jewellery. We've also got a great collection of cards for any occasion.
Abbey Cottage Tearoom
26 Main StIn the gift shop at Abbey Cottage you'll find home-baking, biscuits and preserves, work by talented local artists, and Scottish jewellery. We've also got a great collection of cards for any occasion.
Entertainment & Activities
A delightful parkland 18 hole course, centrally located and beautifully laid out alongside the River Nith with exceptional greens built to USGA standards.
With a well-earned reputation for hospitality, a recently refurbished lounge, excellent refurbished pro shop with full equipment hire and outstanding catering, the pleasure of your golfing visit to Dumfries and County will start long before you tee up
Dumfries and County Golf Club
Edinburgh RoadA delightful parkland 18 hole course, centrally located and beautifully laid out alongside the River Nith with exceptional greens built to USGA standards.
With a well-earned reputation for hospitality, a recently refurbished lounge, excellent refurbished pro shop with full equipment hire and outstanding catering, the pleasure of your golfing visit to Dumfries and County will start long before you tee up
A challenging 18 hole course set in lovely rolling countryside on the western outskirts of Dumfries, the Dumfries & Galloway is a good test for the club golfer.
The course is laid out on pleasant parkland with mature woodland. It’s reasonably flat and the greens and fairways are kept in immaculate condition.
The Dumfries & Galloway hosts the 36 hole scratch event Sutherland Chalice each year, which is open to amateurs with a handicap of 4 strokes or less.
Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club
2 Laurieston AveA challenging 18 hole course set in lovely rolling countryside on the western outskirts of Dumfries, the Dumfries & Galloway is a good test for the club golfer.
The course is laid out on pleasant parkland with mature woodland. It’s reasonably flat and the greens and fairways are kept in immaculate condition.
The Dumfries & Galloway hosts the 36 hole scratch event Sutherland Chalice each year, which is open to amateurs with a handicap of 4 strokes or less.
A tree lined 9 hole wooded parkland course of excellent quality, offering superb views over Dumfries and the River Nith, with good repeat play value. The club benefits from a welcoming visitor-friendly clubhouse, with an excellent restaurant.
A very popular course with local people, Crichton Golf Club is the only 9 hole course in Dumfries, and it provides excellent value for money and an enjoyable test of golf for all abilities.
Always well maintained and presented, the course offers clear sight of almost all the holes as you play, and its well-considered layout provides a pleasing mix of visual appeal and challenge, with certain holes not as easy as they look!
The Crichton Golf Club
Bankend RoadA tree lined 9 hole wooded parkland course of excellent quality, offering superb views over Dumfries and the River Nith, with good repeat play value. The club benefits from a welcoming visitor-friendly clubhouse, with an excellent restaurant.
A very popular course with local people, Crichton Golf Club is the only 9 hole course in Dumfries, and it provides excellent value for money and an enjoyable test of golf for all abilities.
Always well maintained and presented, the course offers clear sight of almost all the holes as you play, and its well-considered layout provides a pleasing mix of visual appeal and challenge, with certain holes not as easy as they look!
The oldest theatre in Scotland.
Established in 1792, the Theatre Royal Dumfries has a long and storied history as an entertainment venue in town. It has played host to such notable figures as Robert Burns, J. M. Barrie and John Laurie.
6 locals recommend
Theatre Royal
66-68 Shakespeare StThe oldest theatre in Scotland.
Established in 1792, the Theatre Royal Dumfries has a long and storied history as an entertainment venue in town. It has played host to such notable figures as Robert Burns, J. M. Barrie and John Laurie.
Essentials
Club Convenience
38 Cargenbridge AveGrocery and convenience store
ALDI
Glasgow RoadLocal ALDI
Lidl
Brooms RoadLocal LIDL