# Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Visit the legendary anvil where eloping couples once sealed their vows in Scotland's most romantic runaway wedding venue. Explore this historic smithy with onsite dining and parking available. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/gretna-green/attractions/gretna-greens-famous-blacksmiths-shop (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. RV Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop Gretna Green, Dumfries and Galloway [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3236939369180891226&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Mariianne van Haren](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/104160964471966872293) **In short:** Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop is a caravan park in Gretna Green, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 8,722 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop Visit the legendary anvil where eloping couples once sealed their vows in Scotland's most romantic runaway wedding venue. Explore this historic smithy with onsite dining and parking available. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Julie Few](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104840781168121750805/reviews) ★★★★★ Greeted with a very warm welcome with all facilities clean, accessible and available. Very comfortable stay, bring 20p for the showers (change available from reception). Short stroll to the local co-op and just another 10 mins to the outlet shopping village. Town centre is easily accessible. Quiet site and a wonderful stay. Will defo return in the future. · via Google [Fiona Bryans](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111332479939841552893/reviews) ★★★★★ We are spending a few nights in Gretna and staying here. Lovely lady in reception on check in and pleasant helpful staff to answer questions. Nice hot showers and clean facilities. Good location for a walk to the shops or convenient bus stops for further travel. Dog friendly too, thanks. · via Google [Heikki Pyykönen](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104475347556767465118/reviews) ★★★★★ Easy booking online. Clean, well maintained, safe, peaceful campsite for camper cars and motorhomes with all the services you need. Great location near Coop. Short drive to highways. Highly recommended! · via Google [Gary Smith](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103837915321098823557/reviews) ★★★★★ Stayed for 1 night, easy to book online. Facilities were good and clean, hot shower 20p so bring some coins. Very quiet, spacious, level pitches. Chip shop is only 6 minutes walk. Very friendly proprietor, we will definitely return if in this area. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487d1603d68b43bf:0x4099b2c497cf9db!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Headless Cross, Gretna Green, Gretna, DG16 5EA [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=55.0052000%2C-3.0627000) **Category** Sightseeing & Attractions **Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (8,722 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Gretna Green [More attractions in Gretna Green](https://staycation.co.uk/gretna-green/attractions) ★ 4.3 (8,722 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.gretnagreen.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01461 338441](tel:01461338441) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Gretna Green **Postcode** DG16 5EA **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C6RXWWG+GJ [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487d1603d68b43bf:0x4099b2c497cf9db!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487d1603d68b43bf:0x4099b2c497cf9db!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487d1603d68b43bf:0x4099b2c497cf9db!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Gretna Green Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Yes, Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop is listed as good for children. ### Is Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop indoors or outdoors? Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop suitable for? Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop suits all ages. ### Is Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop wheelchair accessible? Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop? Yes: free car park. ### How do I contact Gretna Greens Famous Blacksmiths Shop? 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