Things to do in the Gretna Green area
Located only two miles from the border town of Gretna Green, The Mill Forge is the ideal place to stay when enjoying the local attractions.
There are many diverse things to do in the Gretna Green area. Guests may visit museums, go shopping, explore Carlisle Castle, partake in adventure sports or simply enjoy the countryside.
Museums / Castles
- The Devils Porridge museum tells of the world's biggest ammunition factory
- Tullie House has many varied features which regularly change
- The World Famous Blacksmith Shop is well worth a visit to learn the history of Gretna Green Weddings
- The border outpost of Carlisle Castle is great place to explore
- Vindolanda - the former fort on Hadrian's wall is less than an hours drive away
Adventure
Shopping
- The Gretna Gateway Outlet Village has many different stores offering quality goods as discount prices
- The Lanes in Carlisle and The Loreburne Centre in Dumfries offer a high street shopping experience
Soft Play / Farm Parks
- There are soft play centres for young children at Annan (7 miles) Carlisle (12 miles) and Dumfries (24 miles)
- There are farms parks at Dumfries (24 miles) and Carlisle (12 miles) where children of all ages can enjoy soft play, observing animals and outdoor activities
Most of the local areas double as both soft play and farm parks.
