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Heroes of the Titanic

John Law Hume and Thomas Mullin: two Dumfries lads lost on the ill-fated White Star Liner - Titanic. We remember their sacrifice and will explore…...

date_range 15th April, 2026 - 15th April, 2026

Waking The Witch

The dark days of the witch trials left a powerful mark on the town of Dumfries… At the height of the persecutions, at least 78…...

date_range 13th April, 2026 - 13th April, 2026

Poltergeist

Poltergeist Cases of Disturbance and Disruption Presented by Mostly Ghostly Poltergeist cases are among the most intriguing and disturbing forms of paranormal experience, taking place…...

date_range 28th March, 2026 - 28th March, 2026

The Crichton Crypt Tour

The tours will reveal some of the fascinating characters and events associated with The Crichton from its earliest beginnings, including an insight into the life…...

date_range 3rd March, 2026 - 3rd March, 2026

The Steel Bonnets Return – With a Howl on the Wind

The legendary Teviotdale Steel Bonnets ride again into our valley - fiercer, louder, and more thrilling than ever before. This September, the group are not…...

date_range 19th September, 2026 - 19th September, 2026

Teviotdale Steel Bonnets – Weapons Week

Get ready for an unforgettable day of historical discovery as the Teviotdale Steel Bonnets return for Weapons Week at Gilnockie Tower! What Awaits You? Take…...

date_range 15th August, 2026 - 15th August, 2026

Teviotdale Steel Bonnets – Fashion Week

Step into the realm of Fashion Week with the Teviotdale Steel Bonnets. Embark on a journey through time and immerse yourself in the captivating allure…...

date_range 18th July, 2026 - 18th July, 2026

Teviotdale Steel Bonnets – Medical Week

Embark on a fascinating exploration of medical practices during the Border Reiver era as we uncover the role of the “Barber” with the Teviotdale Steel…...

date_range 16th May, 2026 - 16th May, 2026

Gilnockie Tower Ghost Hunt

A Good Old-Fashioned Ghost Hunt… at Gilnockie Tower Presented by Mostly Ghostly, in partnership with Gilnockie Tower The Ghost Hunt is Afoot! An interactive, investigation-led…...

date_range 14th March, 2026 - 15th March, 2026

Dumfries Ghost Walk

Ghosts, ghouls, murder and witchcraft! Join Mostly Ghostly for a terrifying tour around darkest Dumfries... Let us guide you on an unforgettable journey through the…...

date_range 13th February, 2026 - 13th February, 2026

The Crichton Crypt Tour

The tours will reveal some of the fascinating characters and events associated with The Crichton from its earliest beginnings, including an insight into the life…...

date_range 18th January, 2026 - 18th January, 2026

Ghostly Tales at Gilnockie Tower

Ghostly Tales at Gilnockie Tower with the Teviotdale Steel Bonnets Step into the eerie world of Gilnockie Tower, where the shadows of Teviotdale’s Steel Bonnets…...

date_range 17th October, 2026 - 17th October, 2026

Teviotdale Steel Bonnets – Food Week

Discover the Flavours of History with Food of a Border Reiver with The Teviotdale Steel Bonnets. Step into the culinary world of the Border Reivers…...

date_range 18th April, 2026 - 18th April, 2026

Border Abbeys Guided Tour

Border Abbeys Guided Tour Step into the heart of Scotland’s Border Abbeys with award‑winning storyteller and driver guide Stewart Wilson (Tweed Valley Blogger). This intimate,…...

date_range 14th March, 2026 - 14th March, 2026

Border Abbeys Tour

Border Abbeys Guided Tour Step into the heart of Scotland’s Border Abbeys with award‑winning storyteller and driver guide Stewart Wilson (Tweed Valley Blogger). This intimate,…...

date_range 14th February, 2026 - 14th February, 2026

Saturnalia Celebrations @Trimontium!

Io Saturnalia! The liveliest of Roman festivals took place in mid-December and were dedicated to Saturn, the Roman god of time, abundance, periodic renewal and…...

date_range 13th December, 2025 - 13th December, 2025

Wool Woven and Wild Festival

A two day event celebrating local textiles and our landscape collaborating with the Tarras Valley Nature Reserve and local businesses. Showcasing our rich heritage and…...

date_range 27th February, 2026 - 28th February, 2026

The Muckle Toon Community Burns Supper

The Young People of Langholm have worked to organise a Community Burns Supper. An Evening of Traditional Entertainment peppered with some modern twists will help…...

date_range 24th January, 2026 - 24th January, 2026

The Crichton Crypt Tour

The tours will reveal some of the fascinating characters and events associated with The Crichton from its earliest beginnings, including an insight into the life…...

date_range 16th December, 2025 - 16th December, 2025

Winter Walk with Tweed Valley Blogger

Step out of the festive fog and into something slower, deeper and more grounded. A chance to breathe, connect, andnourish mind, body and soul in…...

date_range 28th December, 2025 - 28th December, 2025

Big Burns Supper Dumfries 2026

The Big Burns Supper is back to shake up January in Dumfries — ten days of music, madness and pure magic from 15th to 25th…...

date_range 15th January, 2026 - 25th January, 2026

Northern Lights Dumfries 2026

Dumfries is about to glow up! This winter, discover your town in a whole new light with Illuminate Dumfries — a stunning free trail of…...

date_range 15th January, 2026 - 19th January, 2026

Family Fridays at Abbotsford – Symbols of Scotland

Once a month, when schools close their doors on a Friday afternoon, families can head over to Abbotsford for Family Fridays! Explore the different chapters…...

date_range 28th November, 2025 - 28th November, 2025

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