The Royal Burgh of Whithorn has an important history which is immediately obvious from the medieval street layout. Even more significant is the hidden evidence of the early origins of a settlement on this site going back to the 5th century, Scotland’s first Christian community.
Enter the Whithorn Story Visitor Centre on the main street to discover archaeological evidence from the past.
The sea placed Whithorn at the centre of a cultural crossroads early in its history and its inhabitants have left clues to the way they lived, their art, their technlogy and their religious practices.
A mixture of objects, interpretation panels, models and figures bring the story of Whithorn through the ages to life.
Visit the Whithorn Story Visitor Centre
Machars Archaeology Project
14 September 2011
Free admission 2 - 7.30pm. Lots of activities for all the family. Come and find out more about the project and sign up to be involved. |
Machars Archaeology Project
09 August 2011
The Machars Archaeology Project will provide opportunities for the local community to find out first hand about the work of an archaeologist and more about the history beneath our feet. |
Visitors to Whithorn can enjoy a wide range of attractions and activities to suit all ages.
Location & Travel Information
Whithorn is in the Machars of Dumfries & Galloway, South West Scotland. Maps and travel information are available in our travel section - click here.
Accommodation
Guide to Hotels, Bed & Breakfast, Self Catering, Camping & Caravan Parks in Whithorn and surrounding area.
Business Guide
Whithorn, and the surrounding area, is home to a wide variety of shops and businesses including local arts and crafts, gift shops and visitor centres as well as standard amenities such as a supermarket, chemist and newsagents.
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Bladnoch Inn
The Bladnoch Inn is a small, friendly inn, ideally located by the banks of the River Bladnoch and just a short distance from Wigtown, Scotland's National Book Town, in Galloway, southwest Scotland. |
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