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Allanton

Scotland, United Kingdom · Europe

About Allanton

Allanton is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Duns, 56km from Northumberland Dark Sky Park.

Allanton is a town located in Scotland, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,266, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Allanton sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Allanton to your route.

About Allanton

Allanton (Scottish Gaelic: Baile Alain) is a small village in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Historically part of Berwickshire, for many years it was part of the estate of Blackadder House, which was demolished around 1925.

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Where is Allanton located?

Allanton is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 55.7833 latitude, -2.2167 longitude.

What is the population of Allanton?

Allanton has a population of approximately 1,266 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
1,266
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Scotland
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
55.7833, -2.2167

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Allanton

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Jim Clark Motorsport Museum

Modern museum honoring the two-time F1 World Champion with his trophies, helmets, and an immersive racing experience.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Holy Island (Lindisfarne)

Tidal island accessible only at low tide via a causeway, home to the atmospheric priory ruins where the Lindisfarne Gospels were created.

29 km · about 35 min drive

castle

Bamburgh Castle

Imposing Norman fortress perched on a volcanic outcrop above miles of golden beach, once the royal seat of the ancient Kingdom of Northumbria.

37 km · about 45 min drive

ancient ruins

Melrose Abbey

Exquisite ruined Cistercian abbey in the Scottish Borders, believed to hold the embalmed heart of Robert the Bruce.

38 km · about 45 min drive

castle

Alnwick Castle

A medieval castle in Northumberland that doubled as Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films, the second largest inhabited castle in England.

52 km · about 60 min drive

national park

Northumberland Dark Sky Park

Europe's largest area of protected dark sky covering 572 square miles, offering some of the best stargazing in England.

56 km · about 65 min drive

restaurant

Anstruther Fish Bar

Multiple UK Fish and Chip Shop of the Year winner on the harbourfront of the East Neuk's prettiest fishing town, frying haddock landed along the Fife coast. Eat on the sea wall watching the boats.

57 km · about 65 min drive

cathedral

Rosslyn Chapel

A 15th-century chapel of astonishing carved stonework near Edinburgh, made famous by The Da Vinci Code.

60 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Allanton

  • 62 kmArthur's Seat, EdinburghAncient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.
  • 63 kmThe Royal MileEdinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.
  • 63 kmCalton HillAn accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.
  • 78 kmQueensferry CrossingThe world's longest three-tower cable-stayed bridge, opened in 2017, carrying the M90 high over the Firth of Forth alongside its famous Victorian and 1960s neighbours: three centuries of bridges in one view.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

May to September

Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.

Nearby Destinations

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