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Greatna Green
Greatna Green
Gretna Green stations (closed and open), 1997. View westward, towards Dumfries etc.: ex-G&SWR Carlisle - Dumfries - Glasgow main line. The original station, in the immediate foreground, was closed 6/12/65 and soon after the main line was singled to Annan. However, on 20/9/93 a new station was built a short distance to the west - with a single platform as seen, but when the line was doubled again in 2008 another platform was provided on the Down side. Over to the left is the A75 road to Dumfries and Stranraer.
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The First House in Scotland is also the Last House as well. Located  in Dumfries and Galloway in the South of Scotland became famous for runaway weddings. Young couples would come here to elope where their parents wouldn't object to their unions. A plaque on the outside of the building state that over 10000 weddings have taken place in the  Marriage Room. Est 1830.
Gretna Green is one of the world's most popular wedding destinations, hosting over 5000 weddings each year, and one of every six Scottish weddings.  

Gretna's famous "runaway marriages" began in 1753 when Lord Hardwicke's Marriage Act was passed in England; it stated that if both parties to a marriage were not at least 21 years old, then parents had to consent to the marriage.
Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74

Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74

3 out of 5
Welcome Break Services Area A7 Gretna Scotland
The price is HK$308 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
HK$308
HK$369 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gretna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
All Good

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74
Gretna Hall Hotel

Gretna Hall Hotel

4 out of 5
Gretna Green Gretna Scotland
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gretna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (470 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Gretna Hall Hotel
Smiths at Gretna Green

Smiths at Gretna Green

4 out of 5
Gretna Green Gretna Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$1,033 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
HK$1,033
HK$1,240 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gretna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (590 reviews)
The room was a good size nice large bed but unfortunately was cold the heat should hve been turned on before our arrival and with it being a large room it was a good few hours before warm

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Smiths at Gretna Green
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
ANCRUM HOUSE self-catering accommodation in Gretna Green with hot tub

ANCRUM HOUSE self-catering accommodation in Gretna Green with hot tub

Gretna Green, Dumfriesshire SCT
Stay at this holiday home in Gretna. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable/satellite TV service and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Spoilt Spa at Smiths and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
The house was amazing - a fabulous base for our mini break. Great location, all the amenities we could ask for, and the hot tub was the icing on the cake.Tracey was great - very responsive and very helpful. She even dropped by to check on the chlorine levels in the hot tub. And she made us a wee ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

ANCRUM HOUSE self-catering accommodation in Gretna Green with hot tub
The Halston

The Halston

4 out of 5
20-34 Warwick Rd Carlisle England
Stay at this aparthotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Halston
Luxury Cottage in the Scenic Borders of Scotland

Luxury Cottage in the Scenic Borders of Scotland

Canonbie
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Canonbie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Clan Armstrong Centre and Gilnockie ...
10/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Lovely cottage in a great location with friendly hosts.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Luxury Cottage in the Scenic Borders of Scotland
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Reviews of Gretna

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5/5 - Excellent

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Love Gretna so easy to get of motorway and always worth a visit even for a break

5/5 - Excellent

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Nice little place with interesting history

5/5 - Excellent

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This is a fabulous place to stay and get married. Overall it has provided myself & my family with a wonderful two night stay & wonderful memories of my brother getting married.

5/5 - Excellent

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Very convenient stopping off place when travelling between Birmingham and Aberdeen.

5/5 - Excellent

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Went for family wedding.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Everyone we met was very friendly , shop and restaurant staff were very helpful