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Dumfries is the largest town in Dumfries and Galloway. Situated on the banks of the River Nith, Dumfries plays host to a wide variety of activities and attractions. Historically, Dumfries was at one time, home to Robert Burns who is buried at St Michaels. J.M Barrie was educated in Dumfries and Robert the Bruce killed the Red Comyn on the steps of Greyfriars Church in the town. Dumfries has a busy town centre with many well-known high street stores as well as small local shops. |
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Patties
of Dumfries We are proud to stock everything you will ever need for the great outdoors. Our shop stocks a huge range of outdoor products, for whatever your need: whether walking, camping, skiing, fishing or hunting, you’ll find everything you need in our shop. Email [email protected] |
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Buckaroo.biz
Buckaroo.biz supply all your needs for both horse and rider from an extensive stocked shop. We guarantee a friendly service aimed at customer satisfaction, both from our shop and on the internet. Email [email protected] |
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Farm Scottish national poet Robert Burns lived at Ellisland Farm near Dumfries, where he wrote many of his best nature poems and songs. Ellisland is now a popular visitor attraction |
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Walking tours The Burns Howff Club have developed a series of well researched self-led walking tours that focus on the monuments and heritage of poet Robert Burns in Dumfries |
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Howff Club Robert Burns lived, worked and died in Dumfries. The Burns Howff Club celebrates the life and works of Robert Burns through a series of events, some developed especially for children. |
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Links For friendly relaxed golfing near Dumfries discover the welcoming and friendly Solway Links golf course near Southerness |
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of Players The Guild of Players are based in the oldest working theatre in Scotland and are dedicated to providing a venue for live theatre in Dumfries |
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| Imchad
Ancestry Researching Scottish Ancestry. We are based in Dumfries, the Queen of the South, with access to all local and Scottish sources. |
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| Mossburn
Farm Mossburn animal centre near Dumfries rescues misused, abused, unwanted and neglected animals and provides therapeutic workplacements for young people. |
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Blooms Email [email protected] |
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Passion
Flowers Situated in the heart of Dumfries, Passion Flowers creates indivdually crafted designs. Weddings are their speciality. Email [email protected] |
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Physical
Health Physical Health is a private medical practice specializing in sports injuries. Comprising of a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and a Physiotherapist, the practice is based in the Cairndale Hotel, Dumfries. Email [email protected] |
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