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The Abbot's Tower 16th century Scottish Castle 🏰 Abbot's Tower is a restored 16th Century Tower House designed in Scottish Renaissance style.

Built in c.1580 at the time of the Scottish Reformation and was once occupied by the last Abbot of the famous Sweetheart Abbey. The ruins of the Abbey are open to the public and are a short walk from the Tower in the pretty conservation village of New Abbey with its pub, shop, corn mill and tea room. The Abbot's Tower has two original and glamorous suites, both with their own unique charm, luxury and good deal of quirk. Each suite occupies just two guests and are not suitable for children.

30/06/2026

A Summer Burns Celebration - Saturday July 25th, 7-11pm.

We invite you to spend an evening at Robert Burns' favourite howff, where Scotland’s food, music and storytelling come together in a setting steeped in history.
Your experience begins with the sound of the pipes before a five-course tasting menu, carefully crafted by our award-winning chef team, using the finest seasonal Scottish ingredients.
Between courses, acclaimed Burnsian, Callum Watson and vocalist, Tess Harper will share the songs, stories and poetry that continue to define Scotland’s cultural heritage.
Set within these historic rooms, is an evening that celebrates good food, great company and the enduring spirit of Burns.

To secure tickets - https://www.globeinndumfries.co.uk/events/

Beautiful evening light in the potager 🌱
24/05/2026

Beautiful evening light in the potager 🌱

The first bud has opened in the peony garden 🌺
17/05/2026

The first bud has opened in the peony garden 🌺

The Abbots Room 🏰
17/11/2025

The Abbots Room 🏰

19/10/2024
19/11/2023

This Hogmanay Caven’s Country House are ringing in the New Year in style with a two-night stay.  Fine food and warm hospitality in an idyllic Scottish setting, Cavens is a uniquely friendly place to stay at this special time of year. Romantic, quirky and independently run the boutique hotel

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Abbots Tower, New Abbey
Dumfries
DG28HH

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