Accessibility during autumn and winter

During the colder months, the reserve can be wet and muddy so waterproof footwear is recommended. Those with limited mobility or using push wheelchairs may find traversing the Avenue and Saltcot Loaning unsuitable. Please call us on 01387 770200 for more info.

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Christmas Opening Hours

We will be closed on the 24th, 25th and 26th of December. We will then be open as usual from 10am - 5pm.

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Directions

By bus

The nearest bus station is Dumfries. Stagecoach service 6A takes around 30 minutes. There is then a walk of around 1 mile from this bus stop along a country lane.

By rail

Nearest railway station is Dumfries (postcode: DG1 1NF).

By bike

WWT Caerlaverock is located on the C2C Cycle Route 7. Download a map here. There is secure covered bike parking at the centre.

By car

The centre lies 9 miles south east of Dumfries. Follow tourist signs from A75 west of Annan or St.Michael's church in Dumfries.

We now have two electric vehicle charge points installed at Caerlaverock. We monitor their use and associated income and carbon savings.

The charge points are on the Podpoint network. You will need to download the Podpoint app onto your smartphone to be able to use them. You cannot pay for their use at the site.

Arrive by public transport and save 15% on admission.

Download our site map ahead of your visit, detailing routes, hides and facilities.