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Ram statue

Moffat is a former burgh and spa town in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, lying on the River Annan, with a population of around 2,500. The most notable building in the town is the Moffat House Hotel, designed by John Adam. The nearby Star Hotel, a mere 20 ft (6 m) wide, boasted a record in the Guinness Book of Records as the narrowest hotel in the world. The Devil's Beef Tub near Moffat was used by the members of Clan Moffat and later the members of Clan Johnstone to hoard cattle stolen in predatory raids. During the 17th century Moffat began to grow from a small back-water village into a popular spa town. The old well was refurbished in the mid 1990s, and is still accessible by vehicle and foot. The water smells very strongly of sulphur, with deposits on the walls and well itself. 

Moffat was a notable market in the wool trade, and this is commemorated with a statue of a ram by William Brodie in the town's marketplace. The ram was presented to the town by William Colvin, a local businessman, in 1875. The ram is missing its ears, and has been since it was first presented. Legend has it that when Brodie realised that he had forgotten the ears he promptly committed suicide (although he did commit suicide shortly afterwards, this is unlikely to be the reason). Source : www.wikipedia.org.uk

Local Attractions :

Devils Beef Tub : http://www.geo.ed.ac.uk/scotgaz/features/featurefirst3647.html

Grey Mares Tail Waterfall : http://www.aboutscotland.co.uk/water/gmt.html

Samye Ling Monastery & Tibetan Centrehttp://www.samyeling.org/

 

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Best Western Moffat House Hotel
Best Western Moffat House Hotel
2 Stars (International) Guest Rating: 4.7 / 5
This 18th-century building has been careful renovated to offer modern amenities whilst retaining its charm and elegance.
Rooms from £55.00 per night
 

The Stag Hotel
The Stag Hotel
2 Stars (International)
Hidden away amid the natural wonders in the valley of the Moffat Hills, this is the ideal getaway whether you're a walker, golfer, visitor, cyclist, fisherman or simply passing through.
Rooms from £45.00 per night
 

Balmoral Hotel
Balmoral Hotel
2 Stars (International) Guest Rating: 4.6 / 5
This small country inn is situated in the centre of Moffat, a former spa town where national bard Robert Burns was one of the many visitors who came here to take the waters.
Rooms from £32.00 per night
 

Annandale Arms Hotel
Annandale Arms Hotel
3 Stars (TB) Guest Rating: 4.0 / 5
Only a minute off the motorway (M74), the Annandale Arms Hotel offers you a truly warm Scottish welcome. Set in the centre of the attractive and popular village of Moffat, you can enjoy the tranquility.
Rooms from £55.00 per night
 

Well View Hotel
Well View Hotel
4 Stars (TB) Guest Rating: 2.9 / 5
Family Run High Quality Hotel Excellent award winning cuisine and wine list. Well View Hotel is a Mid Victorian villa which has been tastefully converted into a top quality small hotel.
Rooms from £75.00 per night
 

Auchen Castle Hotel
Auchen Castle Hotel
In 35 acres of magnificent gardens and woodland, this luxurious 4-star country house hotel is in Dumfries and Galloway. Auchen has a fine dining restaurant, elegant rooms and free Wi-Fi.
Rooms from £59.00 per night
 

Best Western Dryfesdale Country House Hotel
Best Western Dryfesdale Country House Hotel
4 Stars (AA) Guest Rating: 3.6 / 5
This family-run hotel is set in 5 acres of parkland, near the M74 and Gretna Green. It offers spectacular views, real log fires, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant with an excellent local reputation.
Rooms from £50.00 per night
 

Lockerbie Manor Country Hotel
Lockerbie Manor Country Hotel
3 Stars (RAC)
Relax in the peaceful surroundings of Lockerbie Manor, a beautiful hotel located close to Gretna Green and the market town of Dumfries, once home to Robert Burns.
Rooms from £44.00 per night
 

Abington Hotel
Abington Hotel
2 Stars (TB) Guest Rating: 4.3 / 5
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.
Rooms from £59.00 per night
 

Kings Arms
Kings Arms
2 Stars (TB) Guest Rating: 3.6 / 5
Dating from the 17th-century, the Kings Arms Hotel is one of the oldest establishments in Lockerbie. This family-run hotel offers attractive bedrooms, free Wi-Fi and parking and 2 bars.
Rooms from £45.00 per night
 

Days Inn Hotel Abington (Glasgow)
Days Inn Hotel Abington (Glasgow)
Guest Rating: 4.1 / 5
Located directly off junction 13 of the M74, Days Inn Abington has free Wi-Fi, free parking and spacious rooms. It is in the Upper Clyde Valley of the Southern Uplands, within easy reach of Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Rooms from £45.00 per night
 

Queens Hotel
Queens Hotel
3 Stars (International)
Standing proud within its 3 acres of landscaped gardens, this family-run hotel is close to the M74 motorway, complete with ample parking and children's play area.
Rooms from £55.00 per night
 

Friars Carse Country House Hotel
Friars Carse Country House Hotel
3 Stars (International) Guest Rating: 4.2 / 5
This fine Scottish Baronial Hall is most famous for its connections with the celebrated poet Robert Burns. Robert Burns wrote many of his well known works whilst staying at Friars Carse.
Rooms from £99.00 per night
 

The Manor Country House Hotel
The Manor Country House Hotel
2 Stars (International) Guest Rating: 1.6 / 5
In beautiful private grounds, only 4 miles (6.5 km) from Dumfries and 8 miles (13 km) from Lockerbie, this charming 200-year-old country house hotel offers satellite TV and free Wi-Fi.
Rooms from £55.00 per night
 

Huntingdon House Hotel
Huntingdon House Hotel
3 Stars (TB) Guest Rating: 4.3 / 5
This family-run non-smoking hotel offers an outstanding base, both for the business person and traveller alike. This quality establishment offers you a home from home in the beautiful town of Dumfries.
Rooms from £49.00 per night
 
 
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