Sanquhar is a historic market town in the Nith Valley in Dumfries and Galloway, southern Scotland situated on the River Nith, 26 miles north-west of Dumfries nestled between Thornhill and Moffat. Sanquhar received its royal burgh status in 1598. The name Sanquhar comes from the Celtic meaning ‘Old Fort’, artefacts uncovered in the area date back to the Neolithic period, settlers have been recorded here from the 9th century and there are remains of Roman fortifications. Robert Burns, Scotland’s National Poet, was a frequent visitor to the Queensberry Arms in the High Street c1788. Sanquhar is a popular tourist destination with shops and amenities, holiday accommodation and places to eat, it is also home to the oldest working post-office in Britain which started operating in 1712, this is also where the covenanters the signed the Sanquhar Declaration renouncing allegiance to the King in the 17th century. The ruins of the 15th century Sanquhar Castle sit on the south-side of the town, the Town House was built 1735 and the Sanquhar Tollbooth Museum is a Georgian town house with a square clock tower and octagonal cupola which provides audio tours on the story of the coal-mining and traditional knitting production during the 19th century. Sanquhar has a 9-hole upland golf course with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside.
Cottage
Crawickfoot Lodge
John Kerr Lodge
Minister's Pool Lodge
Dentist
Doctor
Estate Agent
Pollock & McLean
Robert Wilson & Sons Solicitors
Golf Club
Pub and Bar
Crown Inn
Kelloholm Arms
Riverside Bar
School
Self-Catering
Taxi
Shops
A G Milligan
Laidlaws
Memories Forever
Mackie & Hughes
Pet & Garden Manufacturing
The Co-operative
Pathhead Bakery
J Divers
Harveys
Lloyds Pharmacy
Places to Stay near Sanquhar
Nithsdale Hotel (0.09 miles)
The Nithsdale Hotel is a friendly family run hotel, situated on the A76 approx half way between Dumfries and Kilmarnock in the picturesque setting of Upper Nithsdale. The hotel has ... More
Blackaddie House Hotel (0.39 miles)
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The Blackaddie House Hotel is set amidst two acres of secluded gardens and offers spectacular views over the River Nith. Ideal for a romantic break, ... More | visit website
Minister's Pool Lodge (0.39 miles)
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In an idyllic setting on the banks of the River Nith, with lovely views of the peaceful surrounding countryside, these beautiful stone cottages have been imaginatively converted ... More
Lochside House Hotel (11.59 miles)
Trigony Hotel (12.36 miles)
Standing in over four acres of secluded gardens and mature woodland, Trigony started life as the Shooting Lodge for Closeburn Castle. Now home to the Moore family, Trigony combines the welcoming ambience of a country ... More | visit website
Abington Hotel (12.54 miles)
Less than a mile from junction 13 of the M74, this hotel is easy to find and features free Wi-Fi internet access throughout, and ample free parking. This friendly, family-run hotel is ... More | visit website
The Old School (12.66 miles)
Days Inn Abington M74 (13.09 miles)
The Royal Hotel (14.55 miles)
Craigend (15.29 miles)
Set in the beautiful Lanarkshire countryside, Craigend Bed and Breakfast offers the perfect peaceful retreat for those wanting to enjoy a picturesque location, whilst being able to easily reach all ... More | visit website
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