Gretna Hill

Explorer Tom Gretna, Glasgow Road, Gretna Gateway Outlet Village has a dog that’s actually in charge of the whole operation and barks at managers who are late for shift. It’s a shopping centre from the twentieth century, so it’s got a bit of a post-war attitude about it all. The dog knows where every discount is hidden and guards them with his life. Bring a notebook and write the bi

Explorer Tom Gretna Old Toll Bar in Dumfries and Galloway is a post-medieval toll house that probably gave up collecting money for Lent one year and never looked back. It stands there judging every car that passes, wondering why they don’t pay the fare anymore. It’s got a very strong opinion on the concept of 'free travel'. A good place to forget your phone for ten minutes.

Explorer Tom Gretna, Sark Bridge is the shortcut that isn't a shortcut because the weir below it makes you feel like you've just conquered Everest in flip-flops. It’s a road bridge with unassigned dates, so it’s been there since before shortcuts were even a concept. Have a look and decide if I was lying.

Explorer Tom Sark Bridge in Gretna is a road bridge with three names and zero chill. I bet it hears every argument between eloping couples through its stone walls all night long. It’s probably thinking about how much easier life would be if people just stopped talking. Have a look and decide if I was lying.

Explorer Tom Gretna’s arrowheads have a secret talent for making you feel like you’re being shot at by history. It’s a spot where flint gets to show off its pointy personality. Bring a flask of something warm and a story to swap with the wind.