Kirtlebridge Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Merkland Cross, Kirtlebridge The Merkland Cross (Historic Scotland) is a fine 15th century 3m/9.9ft high wayside cross complete with floriated head. Its commemoration is unknown. The cross stands just above the southbound carriageway of the A74(M) near Kirtlebridge.
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Merkland Cross, Kirtlebridge The Merkland Cross (Historic Scotland) is a fine 15th century 3m/9.9ft high wayside cross complete with floriated head. Its commemoration is unknown. The cross stands just above the southbound carriageway of the A74(M) near Kirtlebridge.
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Merkland Cross & Motorway The Merkland Cross (Historic Scotland) stands in a field near Kirtlebridge, where it has been long before a road was build, let alone the modern A74(M).
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Zwartble Sheep, Woodhouse Welcoming flock of Zwartble sheep on the approach over the fields to Merkland Cross, the white sheep are either Texel or Beltex
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Wardhouse Tower A typical defensive Scottish borders tower, built in a strong position above the Kirtle Water, where it could defend Scotland from invasion up the nearby London to Glasgow railway - or was that built later!!
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Cumbria Park Hotel

Cumbria Park Hotel

3 out of 5
32 Scotland Road Carlisle England
The price is NZ$176 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$176
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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Stay at this golf hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Room was clean, staff very helpful.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Cumbria Park Hotel
Crown and Mitre Hotel

Crown and Mitre Hotel

3 out of 5
4 English Street Carlisle England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Lovely room in Annex part of the hotel . Reception staff very friendly ,welcoming and helpful

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

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County Hotel

County Hotel

3 out of 5
9 Botchergate Carlisle England
The price is NZ$99 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$99
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
Have been staying at the Carlisle County hotel for over 5 years, ideal central locations and very chilled out and efficient team of yng stuff but they have started chargeing £8 a night to park your car which has until now been free to park so sorry guys you have lost this regular customer

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

County Hotel
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The Halston

The Halston

4 out of 5
20-34 Warwick Rd Carlisle England
Stay at this aparthotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (277 reviews)
Room was quiet and large.

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

The Halston
Magnificent stone built house for 10-17 on the stunning Annandale way

Magnificent stone built house for 10-17 on the stunning Annandale way

Annan SCT
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Annan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Annandale Distillery and Annandale ...
10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Absolutely a beautiful place to stay with a large group. This enormous facility comes with huge bedrooms and a well-equipped kitchen. It is so nice to sleep in rooms that feel sound proof. Having a washer and dryer was very helpful, especially at the end of our long trip through Europe.

Reviewed on 4 June 2025

Magnificent stone built house for 10-17 on the stunning Annandale way
Luxury Cottage in the Scenic Borders of Scotland

Luxury Cottage in the Scenic Borders of Scotland

Canonbie
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Canonbie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Clan Armstrong Centre and Gilnockie ...
10/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Lovely cottage in a great location with friendly hosts.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Luxury Cottage in the Scenic Borders of Scotland
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Popular places to visit

Samye Ling Tibetan Centre

You can learn about the history of Lockerbie with a trip to Samye Ling Tibetan Centre. Stroll along this quaint area's lakeside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Samye Ling Tibetan Centre

Lockerbie Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Lockerbie at Lockerbie Golf Club. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.

Lockerbie Golf Club

Lockerbie Ice Rink

Catch an event at Lockerbie Ice Rink during your trip to Lockerbie. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.

Lockerbie Ice Rink

Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Find out about the history of Ecclefechan with a stop at Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.

Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Chariots of Fire Carriage Driving Centre

Enjoy an outing to Chariots of Fire Carriage Driving Centre during your stay in Lockerbie. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its bars.

Chariots of Fire Carriage Driving Centre

Dryfesdale Lodge Visitor Centre

After visiting Dryfesdale Lodge Visitor Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lockerbie. While you're here, you can savour the lively bars.

Dryfesdale Lodge Visitor Centre

Activities

Galloway White Water Tubing Adventure

Dumfries White Water Tubing Adventure

NZ$137
per adult
Dumfries White Water Tubing Adventure
Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in Carlisle

Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in Carlisle

NZ$219
per traveller
Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in Carlisle
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