Things to do around The Old Rectory bed & breakfast accommodation
in Annan, Dumfries South West Scotland

The Royal Burgh of Annan has a long and colourful history and its close proximity to England has defined its character.  Each year in July the town celebrates the declaration of the Royal Charter with THE RIDING OF THE MARCHES It 's a real occasion and entertainment includes processions, sports, field displays and massed piped bands.

Annan museum, a 2 minute stroll from The Old Rectory is an excellent place to discover more about the local history of the town. Other activities on our doorstep include Annan swimming pool, again 2 minutes walk from the house, Annan cinema, the coast, river Annan and numerous places to eat.

There are plenty of opportunities for fishing around Annan. The salmon season runs from 25^th February - 15^th November and most beats stay open for grayling. 
Visit our FISHING page for more information

SUSTRANS (national cycle route) crosses the region linking Carlilse, Gretna, Eastriggs, Annan and Dumfries.  National cycle route 7 passes through to Annan and gives you the perfect opportunity spend a relaxing evening with us here at The Old Rectory.  The Annandale and Eskdale regions offer many miles of quiet country roads for the cyclist and visitor.  Within a radius of roughly 35 miles the district offers easy cycling on the flat coastal farmland and moderate upland cycling as you travel north into the hills and forests.
7STANES , "Scotland's biking heaven", offers world class action in breathtaking locations.  Open all day, every day

We are proud to say our nearest golf course is very close by at Powfoot (18-hole)  Also, close by are Hoddom Castle (9-hole), Dumfries and County (18-hole) and Southerness (18-hole)  Open all year round.  Visit our GOLFING page for more information

Explore the nearby Borders, Hadrian's Wall, Cumbria and the famous towns of Carlisle, Dumfries and of course, Gretna and its Green, famous for its position as the first staging post in Scotland which gave rise to its reputation as a runaway wedding venue.
Take advantage of the beautiful countryside.  WALKERS can explore and enjoy the coast, gardens, nature reserves, forest walks and cliff top views.  castles and fortified towers that pepper the landscape give an excellent opportunity for walkers and history lovers alike to explore.

In regard to wildlife and walking,  West Scotland's wonderful countryside is overflowing with nature's finest sights.  Our sweeping coastline and WWT Caerlaverock wetlands centre are ornithologist's paradise, particularly in the winter months.  Take the forest trails to spot red squirrels and deer.