Villages · Scottish Lowlands
Kelton
In or near Cargenbridge.
Kelton — a village in scotland lowlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Dumfries · 6.4 km
About
A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.
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Protected designations
- Ramsar wetland: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Kelton is a village located in the Scottish Lowlands. This rural community offers a glimpse into traditional Scottish village life, characterised by its agricultural landscape and local architecture. Visitors can expect a tranquil environment, typical of the region, with opportunities for walking and exploring the surrounding countryside.
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- Coordinates
- 55.0167, -3.5833
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG1 4GA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Nearest railway station
- Dumfries — 6.4 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2645844 (CC BY 4.0)
Other places nearby
Kelton Cove
Mountains & hills · 1.5 km
Glencaple Quay
Marinas · 1.6 km
Glencaple
Villages · 1.9 km
Kirkconnel House
Literary houses · 2.4 km
Camp Hill, Trohoughton
Vineyards · 2.5 km
Camp Hill
Mountains & hills · 2.6 km
Watch Craig
Mountains & hills · 2.8 km
Laghill Quay
Marinas · 3.4 km
Laghall Quay
Marinas · 3.4 km
Islesteps Bridge
Historic bridges · 3.5 km
Highmains Hill
Mountains & hills · 3.5 km
Kingholm Quay
Villages · 3.5 km
Nearby
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Kelton Cove
Kelton Cove — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 77 m.
📷 5📷 5📷 5Literary houses · Scottish Lowlands
Kirkconnel House
Kirkconnel House — a literary house museum in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Vineyards · Scottish Lowlands
Camp Hill, Trohoughton
Camp Hill, Trohoughton — a UK vineyard in scotland lowlands, producing English or Welsh wine from cool-climate grape varieties.
📷 5Where to eat & stay near Kelton
Places to stay
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Lowlands
Marthrown of Mabie
Marthrown of Mabie — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Lowlands
Marthrown of Mabie
Marthrown of Mabie — a hostel in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Dumfries Caravan Park
Dumfries Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
📷 3Hotels · Scottish Lowlands
Comlongon Castle (Hotel)
Comlongon Castle (Hotel) — a hotel in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Camping Beeswing
Camping Beeswing — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Partridge Cottage CAMC CL
Partridge Cottage CAMC CL — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Queen O' The South Public House, 8-10 Nith Place, Dumfries
Queen O' The South Public House, 8-10 Nith Place, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The Globe Inn, 56 High Street, Dumfries
The Globe Inn, 56 High Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
73-77 English Street, Dumfries
73-77 English Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Rob Roy Public House, 63-65 Queensberry Street, Dumfries
Rob Roy Public House, 63-65 Queensberry Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
75 Friars Vennel, Dumfries
75 Friars Vennel, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The Farmers Inn
The Farmers Inn in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Kelton?
- Kelton is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG1 4GA).
- What is Kelton?
- Kelton — a village in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Kelton?
- The nearest railway station is Dumfries, about 6.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode DG1 4GA.
- Is Kelton a protected site?
- Yes — Kelton is part of the Upper Solway Flats & Marshes Ramsar wetland.
- How do I get to Kelton?
- The nearest railway station is Dumfries, about 6.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DG1 4GA.