Drumlanrig Castle & Country Estate

Drumlanrig Castle & Country Estate 17th century Scottish Castle, Gardens & Country Estate in Dumfries and Galloway. Enjoy Castle Tours, scenic walks, and our epic Adventure Playground.
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Experience exciting outdoor pursuits and stay on the Estate in charming self-catering accommodation.

20/06/2026

This time next week, the gates will be open for the inaugural South Scotland Outdoor Festival at Drumlanrig Castle! ๐ŸŒฒ๐Ÿšด๐Ÿƒ

The weather is looking fantastic โ€” perfect for exploring the incredible trails and roads of the South of Scotland.

Whether you're joining us for our stunning trail runs, taking on the Grinduro gravel ride, discovering some of the region's best road cycling routes, or simply soaking up an action-packed festival weekend, we can't wait to welcome you.

Final event notes will be shared later this evening.

There's still time to register, with entries closing at midnight on Wednesday โฐ

๐Ÿ“… 26โ€“28 June
๐Ÿ“ Drumlanrig Castle

Let the weekend begin! The grounds are open and ready for a great day out with plenty to see and do. ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Drumlanrig Ca...
20/06/2026

Let the weekend begin! The grounds are open and ready for a great day out with plenty to see and do. ๐ŸŒฟ

๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Drumlanrig Castle parkrun โ€“ starts 9:30am
๐Ÿฐ Castle Tearoom โ€“ open 9:30amโ€“4pm (last orders 3:30pm)
๐ŸŒธ Explore the Castle Gardens
๐Ÿ› Adventure Playground fun
๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ Follow our way-marked walks
โ˜• Larchwood Cabin Cafรฉ (dog friendly)

Happy International Picnic Day! ๐Ÿฅช๐ŸŒณFew things beat filling a basket with your favourite treats and finding the perfect sp...
18/06/2026

Happy International Picnic Day! ๐Ÿฅช๐ŸŒณ

Few things beat filling a basket with your favourite treats and finding the perfect spot to enjoy them in the great outdoors.

At Drumlanrig, youโ€™re spoiled for choice. Settle on a bench with a view, spread out a blanket in the Gardens, or wander the Estate to discover your own peaceful picnic corner.

Forgot a snack or fancy an extra treat? The Larchwood Cabin has you covered with drinks, sweet treats and tasty bites to enjoy on your day out.

What's your ultimate picnic essential? ๐Ÿงบ

๐ŸŒ„ ๐—ฆ๐—ข๐—จ๐—ง๐—› ๐—ฆ๐—–๐—ข๐—ง๐—Ÿ๐—”๐—ก๐—— ๐—ข๐—จ๐—ง๐——๐—ข๐—ข๐—ฅ ๐—™๐—˜๐—ฆ๐—ง๐—œ๐—ฉ๐—”๐—Ÿ: ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฒ - ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿด ๐—๐—จ๐—ก๐—˜ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฒ ๐ŸŒ„We're excited to welcome the inaugural South Scotland Outdoor Fest...
17/06/2026

๐ŸŒ„ ๐—ฆ๐—ข๐—จ๐—ง๐—› ๐—ฆ๐—–๐—ข๐—ง๐—Ÿ๐—”๐—ก๐—— ๐—ข๐—จ๐—ง๐——๐—ข๐—ข๐—ฅ ๐—™๐—˜๐—ฆ๐—ง๐—œ๐—ฉ๐—”๐—Ÿ: ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฒ - ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿด ๐—๐—จ๐—ก๐—˜ ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฒ ๐ŸŒ„

We're excited to welcome the inaugural South Scotland Outdoor Festival to Drumlanrig in just over a week's time!

The weekend promises adventure, wellbeing and plenty of outdoor fun. Whether you're taking part in a single activity, staying for the full weekend and competing across multiple disciplines, or simply soaking up the atmosphere in the Festival Village, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜โ€™๐˜€ ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜ƒ๐—ผ๐—น๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ?
๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธGravel rides and road cycles
๐ŸƒTrail runs โ€“ From 5k runs to half marathons.
๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธFestival village with yoga, saunas and inspiring talks.
๐ŸŽถLive music on the Big Stage, including headline act Valtos
๐ŸบLocal food and craft drinks.
โ›บOn-site camping so you can stay at the heart of all the action.

Get your event, festival or camping tickets here:
https://www.southscotlandoutdoorfestival.com/buy-tickets

Outsider Events

Summer sightsโ€ฆ โ˜€๏ธ Enjoying the sun shining at Drumlanrig again today.
15/06/2026

Summer sightsโ€ฆ โ˜€๏ธ

Enjoying the sun shining at Drumlanrig again today.

๐—จ๐—ฝ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—š๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ฑ๐˜€ ๐—–๐—น๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€โŒ Tuesday 23rd June โ€“ Friday 26th JuneโŒ Monday 29th June โ€“ Thursday 2nd JulyWe apologise for th...
15/06/2026

๐—จ๐—ฝ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—š๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐—ฑ๐˜€ ๐—–๐—น๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€

โŒ Tuesday 23rd June โ€“ Friday 26th June
โŒ Monday 29th June โ€“ Thursday 2nd July

We apologise for the inconvenience, but the grounds of Drumlanrig (including Gardens, Adventure Playground and Larchwood Cabin) will be closed on the above dates.

We require to close for a small number of midweek dates to accommodate an exciting filming project. Importantly, these closures do not affect weekends and the majority of dates take place before the school holidays. We hope they cause as little disruption as possible to our visitors.

We are always honoured when Drumlanrig is chosen as a filming location. Its historic architecture, beautiful landscapes and unique character make it a special place to showcase on screen, helping to introduce new audiences to the Estate and the wider region.

While temporary closures are sometimes inconvenient, projects like these play an important role in supporting the future of the Estate. By welcoming opportunities like this, we help ensure that Drumlanrigโ€™s heritage, landscapes and visitor experiences can continue to be enjoyed for generations to come.

We particularly appreciate the understanding of our Pass Holders during these closures. As a small thank you for your continued support, we intend to host a series of extended summer evening openings, with perks exclusively for those with Annual Passes.

โ˜€๏ธ Looking for a new challenge this summer? โ˜€๏ธWhy not try your hand at clay pigeon shooting at Drumlanrig?Set against th...
14/06/2026

โ˜€๏ธ Looking for a new challenge this summer? โ˜€๏ธ

Why not try your hand at clay pigeon shooting at Drumlanrig?

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Estate, our Have-a-Go sessions are the perfect introduction to the sport. Whether you're planning a day out with friends, family or colleagues, it's a fun and memorable way to experience something different.

With expert guidance from our Sporting Assistant, you'll learn the basics, build your confidence and put your aim to the test in a safe and welcoming environment.

Available throughout the summer and beyond.

To enquire, email: [email protected]

https://www.drumlanrigcastle.co.uk/outdoor-activities/clay-pigeon-shooting/

Address

Drumlanrig Castle
Thornhill
DG34AQ

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