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Abhishek Agrawal (4 months ago)
Dryburgh Abbey is a peaceful and picturesque spot, set in a beautiful location by the River Tweed. The ruins themselves are quite impressive, with some notable architectural details that showcase its rich history. The surrounding grounds are lovely for a walk, and the quiet atmosphere adds to its charm. It also houses Scotland’s second oldest tree named ‘Dryburgh Abbey Yew’ planted in 1136. However, I felt that the experience could have been more engaging. While there are some informative signs around the site, I would have appreciated more detailed explanations or interactive features to help bring the history to life. It's definitely worth a visit if you're in the area, but don't expect an in-depth, immersive experience.
Dryburgh Abbey is a peaceful and picturesque spot, set in a beautiful location by the River Tweed. The ruins themselves are quite impressive, with some notable architectural details that showcase its rich history. The surrounding grounds are lovely for a walk, and the quiet atmosphere adds to its charm. It also houses Scotland’s second oldest tree named ‘Dryburgh Abbey Yew’ planted in 1136. However, I felt that the experience could have been more engaging. While there are some informative signs around the site, I would have appreciated more detailed explanations or interactive features to help bring the history to life. It's definitely worth a visit if you're in the area, but don't expect an in-depth, immersive experience.
Chris Hoult (6 months ago)
The most beautiful and peaceful of all the border abbeys. Lovely helpful staff. Great place to picnic on a nice day too.
The most beautiful and peaceful of all the border abbeys. Lovely helpful staff. Great place to picnic on a nice day too.
Liz Stacey (6 months ago)
An interesting and atmospheric ruin with lots of lovely trees and the grave of Sir Walter Scott. Interesting to think that those with the right connections could once choose to make such an addition to an ancient monument! English heritage members can get in for free and there's a nice side trip to the Temple of the Muses and suspension bridge only a few minutes walk away . Toilets close by and hot drinks available in the shop.
An interesting and atmospheric ruin with lots of lovely trees and the grave of Sir Walter Scott. Interesting to think that those with the right connections could once choose to make such an addition to an ancient monument! English heritage members can get in for free and there's a nice side trip to the Temple of the Muses and suspension bridge only a few minutes walk away . Toilets close by and hot drinks available in the shop.
Dave Beggs (7 months ago)
Great place to visit. Free parking close by. The Abbey is worth a visit in itself. Loads of interesting info, lots to see and steeped in history. The surrounding grounds are beautiful. Worth taking the map of trees so you can learn about them, some amazing trees on show.
Great place to visit. Free parking close by. The Abbey is worth a visit in itself. Loads of interesting info, lots to see and steeped in history. The surrounding grounds are beautiful. Worth taking the map of trees so you can learn about them, some amazing trees on show.
C H (CH) (8 months ago)
Don't let this trick you now, there is a lot to see here. However if you bring children with you, best to hold their hand as they might wander. They are some spots not safe for them to go alone too.
Don't let this trick you now, there is a lot to see here. However if you bring children with you, best to hold their hand as they might wander. They are some spots not safe for them to go alone too.
