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Sheridans Guides Scotland - The Lowlands
scotland - the lowlands

Scotland - The Lowlands

Edinburgh Castle Judburgh Abbey

Stretching north from Hadrian's Wall through the sweeping hills of the Border Counties,purple with heather, the landscape softens after leaving the Portland Hills, descending to the Firth's of Clyde and Forth in Central Scotland. A long history of border skirmishes with the English has left a wealth of castles and towers spread over the Lowlands.

The South West coast is rich in heritage and a paradise for the golfer. Robert Burns, Scotland's National Poet was born in Alloway from where the Burns Heritage Trail starts. The South East coast has unspoilt scenery and is also a feast for golfers with over 16 courses. Edinburgh, on the Firth of Forth, is Scotland's capital and one of the world's most romantic and picturesque cities, being surrounded by hills and woodlands with the sea on its doorstep. The city's main attractions include many Art Galleries, Museums, Botanical gardens, and is home to the world famous Edinburgh Arts Festival in August.

Glasgow is Scotland's largest city and its industrial and business capital. One of the finest Victorian cities in Britain with many splendid buildings, museums and art galleries, reflecting its proud history as an engineering and shipbuilding centre. The banks of the adjacent Clyde are home to many harbours and marinas in this popular area for sailing and cruising.


    Ayrshire

    City Of Glasgow

    Clydesdale

    Dumfries And Galloway

    Dundee

    East Ayrshire

    East Lothian

    East Renfrewshire

    Edinburgh

    Falkirk

    Fife

    Glasgow

    Inverclyde

    Lothian

    Mid Lothian

    Midlothian

    North Lanarkshire

    Renfrewshire

    Scottish Borders

    South Ayrshire

    South Lanarkshire

    Strathclyde

    Tayside

    The Scottish Borders

    West Lothian

    Local Attractions

    Cathedrals

    St Paul's Cathedral Dundee [map]
    Cathedral Church of St Mary Edinburgh [map]
    St Giles Cathedral Edinburgh [map]
    St. Giles Cathedral
    St Mary's Cathedral Glasgow [map]

    Museums

    The Scottish Fisheries Museum Anstruther [map]
    The Scottish Fisheries Museum - look back through history at how the fishing in Scotland has changed and developed.
    Loudoun Hall Ayr [map]
    Bennie Museum Bathgate [map]
    Albion Archive Biggar [map]
    The Museum Of Lead Mining Biggar [map]
    Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway Bo'Ness [map]
    Central Scotland's Steam Railway by the Firth of Forth. Operated by the Scottish Railway Preservation Society
    Kinneil Museum Bo'Ness [map]
    This page provides information about the collections based at Kinneil Museum and the Roman connection within Kinneil Estate.
    Museum Of Communication Burntisland [map]
    Museum profile, virtual exhibition, collections management documents
    Coldstream Museum Coldstream [map]
    The official Scottish Borders museum recording the story of this magnificent Regiment - its colours, customs, duties and dramas in a history spanning over 350 years.
    Dalbeattie Museum Dalbeattie [map]
    Scottish Mining Museum Dalkeith [map]
    Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura Dumfries [map]
    Ellisland Farm Dumfries [map]
    Poet Robert Burns lived at Ellisland Farm in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland - the tranquil setting inspired some of his best-loved poetry
    John Paul Jones Birthplace Museum Dumfries [map]
    National Museum Of Costume Dumfries [map]
    Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum Dunfermline [map]
    Dunfermline Museum Dunfermline [map]
    Pittencrieff House Museum Dunfermline [map]
    Scottish Vintage Bus Museum Dunfermline [map]
    Museum Of Childhood Edinburgh [map]
    Museum Of Edinburgh Edinburgh [map]
    Museum Of Scotland Edinburgh [map]
    National Museums Scotland. Wonderful exhibitions in 6 museums in Edinburgh, East Kilbride & Dumfries. Visit Concorde, Dolly the Sheep & learn about Mary Queen of Scot. Each museum houses exciting & unique artefacts & with activities for all.
    Newhaven Heritage Museum Edinburgh [map]
    Peoples Story Museum Edinburgh [map]
    Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum Edinburgh [map]
    The Writers Museum Edinburgh [map]
    Eyemouth Museum Eyemouth [map]
    The Tall Ship At Glasgow Harbour Glasgow [map]
    Auld Kirk Museum Glasgow [map]
    Clydebuilt Scottish Maritime Museum Glasgow [map]
    David Livingstone Centre Glasgow [map]
    Hunterian Museum & Art Gallery Glasgow [map]
    Royal Highland Fusiliers Regimental Museum Glasgow [map]
    Scottish Football Museum Glasgow [map]
    St Mungo Museum Of Religious Life & Art Glasgow [map]
    The National Trust For Scotland Glasgow [map]
    Mclean Museum & Art Gallery Greenock [map]
    The is the homepage of the McLean Museum and Art Gallery, Greenock, one of the best municipal museums in Scotland.
    Hawick Museum Hawick [map]
    Inverkeithing Museum Inverkeithing [map]
    Scottish Maritime Museum Irvine [map]
    The Royal Burgh Of Lanark Museum Lanark [map]
    Buckhaven Museum Leven [map]
    Linlithgow Heritage Trust Linlithgow [map]
    Myreton Motor Museum Longniddry [map]
    Burns House Museum Mauchline [map]
    Welcome to the first website which allows you to explore Scotland's national collection of treasures associated with Robert Burns
    Moffat Museum Moffat [map]
    Creetown Gem Rock Newton Stewart [map]
    Museum Of Flight North Berwick [map]
    Aircraft at the National Museum of Flight tell the story of flight from the Wright Brothers to Concorde.
    Paisley Museum & Art Gallery Paisley [map]
    Tweeddale Museum Peebles [map]
    Prestongrange Industrial Heritage Museum Prestonpans [map]
    North Ayrshire Museum Saltcoats [map]
    Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum Sanquhar [map]
    Halliwells House Museum Selkirk [map]
    British Golf Museum St. Andrews [map]
    The official website for the British Golf Museum. Based in St Andrews just a stone's throw from the R&A Club House and the Old Course.
    St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum St. Andrews [map]

    Racecourses

    Ayr Racecourse Ayr [map]
    Hamilton Park Racecourse Hamilton [map]
    Hamilton Park Racecourse is one of the most beautiful settings in racing. Ideal for entertaining clients, staff or friends. Buy tickets online today!
    Musselburgh Racecourse Musselburgh [map]

    Stately Homes

    Hirsel Country Park Coldstream [map]
    Dalmeny House Edinburgh [map]
    Mellerstain House Gordon [map]
    Mellerstain House situated in the Scottish Border region near Kelso caters for romantic weddings, special events and is open to the general public.
    Traquair House Innerleithen [map]
    Traquair dates back to 1107 and is the oldest inhabited castle in Scotland. This historic house is open to the public, and holds many events every year. You can also stay for bed and breakfast.
    Floors Castle Kelso [map]
    Welcome to Floors Castle and Gardens in the heart of the Scottish Borders. Visit our garden centre, try shooting, archery, fishing and falconry, relax at the restaurant and cafe.
    Thirlestane Castle Lauder [map]
    Thirlestane Castle is one of the finest visitor attractions in the Scottish Borders and makes a great day out for all the family.
    Hopetoun House South Queensferry [map]
    Drumlanrig Castle Thornhill [map]
    Buccleuch Estates encompasses four Scottish Estates. Also Boughton Estate in Northamptonshire.

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