Kirtlebridge

Travel Guide

Merkland Cross, Kirtlebridge The Merkland Cross (Historic Scotland) is a fine 15th century 3m/9.9ft high wayside cross complete with floriated head. Its commemoration is unknown. The cross stands just above the southbound carriageway of the A74(M) near Kirtlebridge.
Photo by Chris Newman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Merkland Cross, Kirtlebridge The Merkland Cross (Historic Scotland) is a fine 15th century 3m/9.9ft high wayside cross complete with floriated head. Its commemoration is unknown. The cross stands just above the southbound carriageway of the A74(M) near Kirtlebridge.
Photo by Chris Newman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Merkland Cross & Motorway The Merkland Cross (Historic Scotland) stands in a field near Kirtlebridge, where it has been long before a road was build, let alone the modern A74(M).
Photo by Chris Newman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Zwartble Sheep, Woodhouse Welcoming flock of Zwartble sheep on the approach over the fields to Merkland Cross, the white sheep are either Texel or Beltex
Photo by Chris Newman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Wardhouse Tower A typical defensive Scottish borders tower, built in a strong position above the Kirtle Water, where it could defend Scotland from invasion up the nearby London to Glasgow railway - or was that built later!!
Photo by Richard Paxman (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Crown and Mitre Hotel

Crown and Mitre Hotel

3 out of 5
4 English Street Carlisle England
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean and tidy hotel, very warm welcome at front reception. Lovely to be handed a proper door key rather than a digital keycard. Swimming pool small but clean and warm temperature and the hot tub was delightful. Great access to local pedestrianised shopping area.

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

Get rates
Crown and Mitre Hotel
Cumbria Park Hotel

Cumbria Park Hotel

3 out of 5
32 Scotland Road Carlisle England
The price is AED 323 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
AED 323
AED 388 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Excellent place to stay. Very cozy and handy. Great breakfast.

Reviewed on 14 January 2026

Cumbria Park Hotel
Ox Hotel Carlisle

Ox Hotel Carlisle

3 out of 5
HIlltop Heights, London Rd Carlisle England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 155 per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
AED 155
AED 186 total
31 Jan - 1 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (564 reviews)
The rooms are basic. Good for the price.

Reviewed on 14 January 2026

Ox Hotel Carlisle
See all 627 properties in Kirtlebridge
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.
The Halston

The Halston

4 out of 5
20-34 Warwick Rd Carlisle England
Stay at this aparthotel in Carlisle. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (277 reviews)
Room was quiet and large.

Reviewed on 3 January 2026

The Halston
Rose Cottage

Rose Cottage

3.5 out of 5
Carlisle England
Book a stay at this golf cottage in Carlisle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Walby Farm Park and A World in Miniature Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
We recently stayed at this lovely cottage in Carlisle with my two children and had an amazing time. The place was spotless, cosy, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The cottage had a lovely big garden with beautiful views, and there were some great walks nearby which we all enjoyed. ...

Reviewed on 11 October 2025

Rose Cottage
Luxury Cottage in the Scenic Borders of Scotland

Luxury Cottage in the Scenic Borders of Scotland

Canonbie
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Canonbie. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Clan Armstrong Centre and Gilnockie ...
10/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
The Host was wonderful, It has been the most comfortable and cosy cottage I have ever been to. The cottage is beautiful inside. We had some lovely walks in the area and it was in a very peaceful location.

Reviewed on 8 January 2026

Luxury Cottage in the Scenic Borders of Scotland
See all properties in Kirtlebridge
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.

Popular places to visit

Samye Ling Tibetan Centre

You can learn about the history of Lockerbie with a stop at Samye Ling Tibetan Centre. Stroll along this quaint area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Samye Ling Tibetan Centre

Lockerbie Ice Rink

Catch an event at Lockerbie Ice Rink during your trip to Lockerbie. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

Lockerbie Ice Rink

Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Find out about the history of Ecclefechan when you spend time at Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.

Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace

Chariots of Fire Carriage Driving Centre

Enjoy an outing to Chariots of Fire Carriage Driving Centre during your stay in Lockerbie. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its bars.

Chariots of Fire Carriage Driving Centre

Lockerbie Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Lockerbie at Lockerbie Golf Club. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

Lockerbie Golf Club

Dryfesdale Lodge Visitor Centre

After visiting Dryfesdale Lodge Visitor Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lockerbie. While you're here, you can savor the lively bars.

Dryfesdale Lodge Visitor Centre