Places Near to Langholm

There are many popular sights and attractions near to Ewes Water Log Cabins, both within walking distance and by car. Langholm is very centrally placed between Glasgow, Edinburgh and the Lake District making any of these destinations a good choice as a day trip using Langholm as a base.

Local Attractions

Samye Ling

Samye Ling Tibetan Buddhist monastery

Founded in 1967 the Centre is located in a peaceful valley on the banks of the river Esk in Scotland.
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7 Stanes

7 Stanes mountain biking centre, Newcastleton

The 7 stanes are world-class mountain biking centres that span the south of Scotland.
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Gilnockie Tower & Clan Armstrong centre

Gilnockie Tower & Clan Armstrong centre

Gilnockie Tower is a stunning example of a Scottish Pele tower built almost 500 years ago.
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Westlands Country Park

Westlands Country Park

Clay pigeon shooting & fly fishing shooting ground is suitable for all.
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Devil's Porridge Museum

Devil's Porridge Museum

Commemorates HM Factory Gretna, the largest munitions factory in the world during WW1.
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Walby Farm Park

Walby Farm Park

Walby Farm Park is the place to be for bucket loads of fun inside and out with the chance to make a magical connection with animals.
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Castles Nearby

Scotland is blessed with countless beautiful castles to admire, from fairy tale fantasies come to life, to great fortified structures perched on hilltops others seemingly floating above water, and some nearly hidden by the leafy cover of trees, medieval castles had to be both functional, durable, and easy on the eyes, considering that many were an escape to the royalty and aristocrats.

Many of Scotlands’ castles are iconic and easily recognized, while others are off the beaten path. 

Castles

There are many Scottish Castles within an hours drive from Ewes Water Log Cabins in Langholm, here are 3 of our favourites.

Hermitage Castle

Hermitage Castle

Hermitage Castle is found in Liddesdale and its history has led to it being described as ‘the guardhouse of the bloodiest valley in Britain’.
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Caerlaverock Castle

Caerlaverock Castle

A wide moat, twin-towered gatehouse and lofty battlements make Caerlaverock the epitome of the medieval stronghold.
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Floors Castle

Floors Castle

Floors Castle is not only a Duke’s family home, but also the heart of the diverse Roxburghe Estates in a beautiful part of the Scottish Borders.
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Carlisle Attractions

The city of Carlisle is a 30 minute drive from Langholm. There are lots of attractions and things to do there to keep you busy on your holiday.

Some of the best are below.

Carlisle Castle

Carlisle Castle

Standing proud in the city it has dominated for nine centuries, Carlisle Castle remained a working fortress until well within living memory.
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Tullie House

Tullie House

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery is Carlisle's finest visitor attraction.
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Carlisle Cathedral

Carlisle Cathedral

Carlisle Cathedral is one of the jewels of North West England.
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Hollywood Bowl

Hollywood Bowl

State-of-the-art bowling lanes and a family-friendly environment, you're guaranteed to be bowled over!
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Solway Aviation Museum

Solway Aviation Museum

The Solway Aviation Museum, based at Carlisle Airport, is home to a collection of aircraft, aviation artefacts and displays.
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Eden Rock

Eden Rock

There’s something for everyone. Eden Rock has over 240 problems, over an amazing range of surfaces and angles.
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Tourist rich environment

Langholm provides an ideal location from which to enjoy your holiday from. This area of Great Britain is a tourist rich environment. 

There is a huge amount of history in Cumbria and the Scottish Borders and also features some of the most stunning scenery in the UK and the world, particularly if you should choose to visit the Lake District.

Beautiful mountains, castles and lakes on your doorstep with easy access.

Other Destinations

Gretna Green

Gretna Green

The home of Weddings and the wedding capital of the UK, the Famous Blacksmiths Shop, in Gretna Green.
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The Lake District

The Lake District

England's largest National Park is now a World Heritage Site.
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Abbotsford

Abbotsford

Discover Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott.
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Walkers are welcome

The Langholm Walks offer unrivalled walking in the peaceful hills of Eskdale in South West Scotland. There is an excellent waymarked prehistoric trail near Langholm. More details of this can found by visiting The Prehistoric Trail Pages

Wildlife of Langholm Moor

Wildlife on Langholm Moor is really thriving. We have Hen Harrier, Buzzard, Kestrel, Curlew, Skylark, Merlin, Stonechat, Red and Black Grouse, Sparrowhawk, Meadow Pipit, Short Eared Owl, Peregrine Falcon, Pied Wagtail, Jay, Red Kite, Snipe, Waxwing Crop, and many more, all spotted this year! Along with the wild goats which live on the moor.

Hen Harriers are the main attraction. Being one of the most scarce birds of prey in the UK. 

You can take a short drive or a walk up to Langholm Moor from our cabins.