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1 Day In Gretna Green

So you've got 24 hours in Gretna Green! That's a great amount of time to visit - let's see what our expert guides would recommend.

What Should I Do With 24 Hours In Gretna Green?

If you have 24 hours to spend in Gretna Green, here are some suggestions of things to do:

  • Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop: Visit the site where young couples used to elope to get married. You can learn about the romantic history of the village and even get married yourself in the shop's wedding venue. This could take 1-2 hours.
  • Gretna Green Museum: Discover the history of the village through displays and exhibits such as the story of Gretna Green's runaway marriages. It could take approximately 1-2 hours to explore the museum.
  • Annandale Distillery: Take a tour of the distillery and learn about the local whisky production. The tour will last approximately 1-2 hours.
  • Wedding Shopping: Take advantage of the many wedding shops in the village and do some shopping for your big day. This could take an hour or two, depending on how long you want to spend shopping.
  • Gretna Gateway Outlet Village: Go on a shopping spree at the outlet mall which has a range of stores offering discounts on everything from designer clothes to homeware. This could take approximately 2-3 hours depending on how long you wish to spend shopping.
  • Golfing: If you enjoy golf, you can head to the nearby Powfoot Golf Club or the Lochmaben Golf Club for a round of golf. This could take approximately 2-3 hours.

There are plenty of things to do in Gretna Green that could easily fill up your 24 hours. Enjoy!

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