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Duns

Scotland, United Kingdom · Europe

About Duns

Duns is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Allanton, 55km from Northumberland Dark Sky Park.

Duns is a town located in Scotland, United Kingdom. With a population of 2,680, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Duns 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 Duns to your route.

About Duns

County Buildings is a municipal structure in Newtown Street, Duns, Scottish Borders, Scotland. The complex, which was the headquarters of Berwickshire County Council and was also used as a courthouse, is a Category C listed building.

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Where is Duns located?

Duns is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 55.7770 latitude, -2.3457 longitude.

What is the population of Duns?

Duns has a population of approximately 2,680 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
2,680
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Scotland
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
55.7770, -2.3457

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 Duns

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.

6 km · about 10 min drive

ancient ruins

Melrose Abbey

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

31 km · about 35 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.

36 km · about 40 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.

44 km · about 50 min drive

cathedral

Rosslyn Chapel

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

52 km · about 60 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh

Ancient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.

54 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.

54 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.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Duns

  • 54 kmArthur's Seat, EdinburghAncient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.
  • 56 kmThe Royal MileEdinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.
  • 56 kmCalton HillAn accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.
  • 71 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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