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Things to see in Langholm (United Kingdom): 16 places and when to go
Langholm is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 16 places in and around it, mainly History (14), Architecture (2), Temples (2). The best known are Castra Exploratorum, Gilnockie Tower and Bonshaw Tower. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 06 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 54. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 55.1492, -2.9972
- Places
- 16 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (14) · Architecture (2) · Temples (2) · Food and drink (1) · Nature (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 92 km as the crow flies
What to see in Langholm
The places in and around Langholm, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Castra ExploratorumRoman fort in Netherby, United Kingdom13 km
- Gilnockie TowerTower house in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK6.0 km
- Bonshaw TowerArchitectural structure in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK17 km
- Riddings Junction ViaductRailway viaduct on the Anglo-Scottish border9.8 km
- Coop House, NetherbyFolly tower, formerly keeper's house for the salmon coops for Netherby Hall, in Arthuret, Cumbria, England, UK13 km
- Gilnockie BridgeBridge in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland6.5 km
- Johnstone Mausoleum, Westerkirk Parish ChurchMausoleum in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK8.0 km
- Church of Scotland, Langholm Parish ChurchChurch building in Langholm, United Kingdom410 m
- Mangerton TowerTower house, now ruined, in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK11 km
- Springkell HouseHouse in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK14 km
- Borderlands BreweryBrewery4 m
- Esk Cottage, BentpathCottage in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK8.0 km
- The Grapes Hotel, 16 Douglas SquareArchitectural structure in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK12 km
- Schoolroom, Castleton Old Parish ChurchArchitectural structure in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK14 km
- Tarras Valley Nature ReserveProtected area3.5 km
- Westerkirk Parish ChurchChurch in Bentpath, United Kingdom8.0 km
When to go to Langholm
The best time to visit Langholm is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:28
- FebPossible9:21
- MarPossible11:28
- AprBest time13:50
- MayBest time15:54
- JunBest time17:06
- JulBest time16:36
- AugBest time14:45
- SepBest time12:25
- OctPossible10:08
- NovBetter not8:01
- DecPossible6:54
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 06 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 54. In April, 16 of the 16 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Langholm
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 92 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Carlisle56 places30 km
- Hawick22 places33 km
- Dumfries & Galloway21 places36 km
- Dumfries60 places36 km
- Hexham33 places47 km
- Galashiels23 places53 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Langholm?
The best known: Castra Exploratorum, Gilnockie Tower, Bonshaw Tower, Riddings Junction Viaduct, Coop House, Netherby. In all, 16 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Langholm?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 06 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 54.
How do you get to Langholm?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 92 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Langholm as the destination and these 16 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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