Moffat
Buchan Guest House Moffat
Devils Beef Tub and Grey Mares Tail
As a touring base
The town is one mile from junction 15 on the M74, about 35 north of Carlisle, 50 south of Glasgow and 50 south of Edinburgh. This makes it excellent as a touring base by car or bike for both sides of the Border. Day trips to Glasgow or Edinburgh by service bus or your own transport then perhaps use "park and ride". Visit the museums, Edinburgh Castle, retail therapy or Edinburgh Festival in August.
As a touring base Moffat is second to none. Try it for yourself.
In and around Moffat
Look at the external links for much more information about what to do in and around Moffat than we can fit here.
An excellent centre for walking, fishing , and touring.
- The town dates back to 1218 and developed around 1878 when the Hydropathic Hotel opened. Interesting specialist shops still trade from the Victorian buildings. Try Moffat Toffee Shop.
- Moffat Museum is currently being expanded.
- Rabbie Burns Memorabilia at The Black Bull
- James Loudon Macadam on whose tarmac we drive daily died here in 1756 and is buried in the old cemetery.
- Devils Beef Tub where border raiders hid their rustled cattle.
- White Coomb at 2695 feet is the highest peak in the area.
- Grey Mares Tail waterfall on the Selkirk road
- Gala Week, Country Fair, Classic Car Rally, Walking Festival.
- Many restaurants and cafes mostly on the main street. A wide range of places to eat with something for every budget. From snacks through pub grub to gourmet meals.
Our house is under five minutes easy walk from the main street. Parking here is free and without time restriction if you choose not to walk.
What will you do in and around Moffat. Tell us what you have enjoyed so we may help others.
