Robert Burns Ellisland Farm
Dumfries and Galloway
Ellisland farm was built by Robert Burns in 1788 as the family home for his wife Jean Armour and their young children. Burns lived here until 1791 and during this time he wrote around 25% of his work including some of his most famous songs and poems such as Auld Lang Syne and Tam O’ Shanter. At Ellisland you can immerse yourself in the nature and landscapes that inspired Burns and view our collection of artefacts and original manuscript.
For Doors Open Days join us for 20 minute tours focusing on our campaign “Saving the Home of Auld Lang Syne” this is a brief overview of our project that will revive Ellisland and reinstate spaces to how they would have been during Burns time here. The talk will also cover the challenges and the plans to ensure that this “at risk” heritage attraction is sustainable into the future for generations to come.
Tours every hour on the hour from 11am to 3pm.
Facilities
Additional Access Information
Access is limited due to remote location and bumpy cobblestones. A ramp for access to Farmhouse is available on request.
Gallery
Key Information
Booking not required.
Where to find us
Address
- Holywood Road
- Auldgirth
- Dumfries
- DG2 0RP