Villages · Scottish Lowlands
Kirkton
In or near Locharbriggs.
Kirkton — a village in scotland lowlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Dumfries · 5.0 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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Place summary
Kirkton is a village located in the Scottish Lowlands. This rural settlement is characterised by its traditional architecture and scenic countryside. The area offers a glimpse into local life in Scotland, with agricultural landscapes surrounding the village. Visitors can expect a peaceful environment typical of small Scottish communities.
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- Coordinates
- 55.1167, -3.6167
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG1 1SP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
- Nearest railway station
- Dumfries — 5 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2645222 (CC BY 4.0)
Other places nearby
Kirkmahoe Parish Church, Kirkton
Historic churches · 0.5 km
Carnsalloch Chapel at The Mount
Chapels · 0.7 km
Carnsalloch
Historic houses · 1.1 km
Saint Blane's Cemetery
Cemeteries · 1.5 km
Duncow
Villages · 1.9 km
Dercongal Abbey
Abbeys & priories · 2.2 km
Dercongal Abbey
Cathedrals · 2.2 km
The William Clark Memorial Woodland
Memorials & monuments · 2.2 km
Locharbriggs Quarries
Quarries · 2.3 km
Holywood Parish Church And Churchyard
Historic churches · 2.3 km
Windmill, Duncow
Windmills · 2.4 km
Holywood
Villages · 2.6 km
Nearby
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Lowlands
Kirkmahoe Parish Church, Kirkton
Kirkmahoe Parish Church, Kirkton — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Chapels · Scottish Lowlands
Carnsalloch Chapel at The Mount
Carnsalloch Chapel at The Mount — church building in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK.
📷 2Historic houses · Scottish Lowlands
Carnsalloch
Carnsalloch — a historic house in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Cemeteries · Scottish Lowlands
Saint Blane's Cemetery
Saint Blane's Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.
📷 5📷 3Abbeys & priories · Scottish Lowlands
Dercongal Abbey
Dercongal Abbey — abbey in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK.
Where to eat & stay near Kirkton
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Partridge Cottage CAMC CL
Partridge Cottage CAMC CL — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Hotels · Scottish Lowlands
Friars Carse Country House Hotel
Friars Carse Country House Hotel — a hotel in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Dumfries Caravan Park
Dumfries Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Lowlands
Marthrown of Mabie
Marthrown of Mabie — a hostel in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Lowlands
Marthrown of Mabie
Marthrown of Mabie — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
📷 3Campsites · Scottish Lowlands
Barnsoul Caravan Park
Barnsoul Caravan Park — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 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.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
73-77 English Street, Dumfries
73-77 English Street, 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
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.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Kirkton?
- Kirkton is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG1 1SP).
- What is Kirkton?
- Kirkton — a village in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Kirkton?
- The nearest railway station is Dumfries, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode DG1 1SP.
- How do I get to Kirkton?
- The nearest railway station is Dumfries, about 5.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DG1 1SP.