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 Rp1.529.337 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
Rp1.529.337
Rp1.835.297 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Room was lovely nice comfy bed Really nice food and friendly staff

Reviewed on 6 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Warm and spacious comfortable room, helpful staff, pleasant ambience, conveniently situated.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

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Crown and Mitre Hotel
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 Rp669.765 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
Rp669.765
Rp803.718 total
23 Feb - 24 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
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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
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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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 Ice Rink

5/5(1 review)

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

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

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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

Things to do

Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in Carlisle

Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in Carlisle

Rp2.206.334
per traveller
Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in Carlisle
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Cities near Kirtlebridge

Aerial view of Hoddom Castle Caravan Park, Lockerbie, Scotland.

Lockerbie