Things to do in Gretna Green
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Discover age-old traditions
At the heart of Gretna Green is an award-winning visitor attraction celebrating the story of runaway weddings and blacksmiths at the anvil. Experience the flavours, energy, and stories of Scotland, and explore the landscaped grounds, art installations, and themed playpark for young adventurers.
Famous Blacksmiths Shop & Museum
The Famous Blacksmiths Museum reveals the legends of runaway weddings. Explore the stories of daring couples, historic artefacts, and the iconic Anvil that has sealed countless love stories over the centuries. It’s history, drama, and romance, all under one roof.
Experiences at Gretna Green
At Gretna Green, we offer unique Scottish-themed experiences that bring our heritage to life. Enjoy guided tours through our historic sites, savour the flavours of Scotland with food and whisky tastings, and join in our traditions that celebrate the romance and history of this iconic destination.
Outdoor Spaces at Gretna Green
Explore our free, fun outdoor spaces. Meander through our sculpture garden, walk over to our LOVE Wall and leave a lock of your own, and try not to lose yourself or your lover in our Courtship Maze. Let the kids loose in our spectacular playpark.
Getting Here
Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop is in the South of Scotland, just north of the border with England. It’s just minutes from M6/M74 motorway, making it easy to reach by car. Just 20 minutes north of Carlisle and 90 mins south of Glasgow it’s within easy reach. You can also get to us by train and by bus.
