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Greatna Green
Greatna Green
Gretna Green stations (closed and open), 1997. View westward, towards Dumfries etc.: ex-G&SWR Carlisle - Dumfries - Glasgow main line. The original station, in the immediate foreground, was closed 6/12/65 and soon after the main line was singled to Annan. However, on 20/9/93 a new station was built a short distance to the west - with a single platform as seen, but when the line was doubled again in 2008 another platform was provided on the Down side. Over to the left is the A75 road to Dumfries and Stranraer.
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The First House in Scotland is also the Last House as well. Located  in Dumfries and Galloway in the South of Scotland became famous for runaway weddings. Young couples would come here to elope where their parents wouldn't object to their unions. A plaque on the outside of the building state that over 10000 weddings have taken place in the  Marriage Room. Est 1830.
Gretna Green is one of the world's most popular wedding destinations, hosting over 5000 weddings each year, and one of every six Scottish weddings.  

Gretna's famous "runaway marriages" began in 1753 when Lord Hardwicke's Marriage Act was passed in England; it stated that if both parties to a marriage were not at least 21 years old, then parents had to consent to the marriage.
Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74

Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74

3 out of 5
Welcome Break Services Area A7 Gretna Scotland
The price is Rp663.987 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
Rp663.987
Rp796.785 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gretna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
A nice room, despite the age of this place. Friendly staff as always. But I forgot about the parking charge I had to pay, since the hotel had changed brand. So allow for that as it's not always clear on some booking sites. A pleasant stay, though.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74
Gretna Hall Hotel

Gretna Hall Hotel

4 out of 5
Gretna Green Gretna Scotland
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gretna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (468 reviews)
Had a great stay room was lovely and the bed was very comfortable. Most of the staff were great apart from a couple at breakfast hardly spoke when I spoke to them and very miserable not one smile and I have an infectious smile.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Gretna Hall Hotel
Smiths at Gretna Green

Smiths at Gretna Green

4 out of 5
Gretna Green Gretna Scotland
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gretna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (586 reviews)
Hotel was very good. Well appointed rooms, very good breakfast and pleasant and helpful staff. Will stay again.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Smiths at Gretna Green
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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
Rose Cottage

Rose Cottage

3.5 out of 5
Carlisle England
Stay at this golf cottage in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Walby Farm Park and A World in Miniature Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
We recently stayed at this lovely cottage in Carlisle with my two children and had an amazing time. The place was spotless, cosy, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The cottage had a lovely big garden with beautiful views, and there were some great walks nearby which we all enjoyed. ...

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Rose Cottage
2 South Street

2 South Street

2 out of 5
2 South Street Fletchertown Wigton England
Stay at this golf cottage in Wigton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Brayton Park Golf Club and Aspatria War Memorial Recreation Ground ...
2 South Street
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Reviews of Gretna

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5/5 - Excellent

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Love Gretna so easy to get of motorway and always worth a visit even for a break

5/5 - Excellent

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Nice little place with interesting history

5/5 - Excellent

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This is a fabulous place to stay and get married. Overall it has provided myself & my family with a wonderful two night stay & wonderful memories of my brother getting married.

5/5 - Excellent

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Very convenient stopping off place when travelling between Birmingham and Aberdeen.

5/5 - Excellent

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Went for family wedding.

5/5 - Excellent

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Everyone we met was very friendly , shop and restaurant staff were very helpful

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