Abington Hotel, Abington (Lanarkshire)

19th Century family run hotel situated in Biggar, Lanarkshire. Easy access to Glasgow, Edinburgh and coast.

Summary 19th century buildings Breakfast included Free car parking (on site) No smoking Children welcome Facilities Free broadband access Shared gardens Children's cots Children's highchairs Television Luggage storage Food and Drinks Restaurant Continental breakfast (included) English breakfast (included) Lunch available (at additional cost) Dinner available (at additional cost) Bar

Nearby recreations Recommended walks Beach (a short drive) Pub (walking distance) Museums (a short drive) Historic houses Gardens Golf course (a short drive) Recommended restaurants (a short drive) Theatre (a short drive)

Introduction

This family run, friendly hotel is situated in a quiet village with links close to the M74 motorway. Glasgow and Edinburgh are only a 45 minute drive away with its historic castle, military tattoo, museums, galleries and shops. Visit the local town of Biggar with its Gladstone and Gasworks Museum or Drumlanrig Castle. Explore the coastal Southern Upland Way, with hundreds of miles of coast. 

All rooms are en-suite and are comfortably furnished. Choose from single, double, twin and family rooms which all include; televisions, hairdryer, hospitality tray and bathroom toiletries. The Hotel also offers free internet access.

History to the present day

Originally a coaching inn, which offered travellers a relaxing stop over during journeys to Glasgow and Edinburgh. Famous residents at the hotel included Prince Louis Napoleon, who stayed at the hotel in 1839. Visitors can still view the chair the prince used on his visit.

Food and Drinks

Full English/Scottish breakfast served in the Arbory Lounge. This relaxed restaurant serves informal lunches and evening meals, in front of a welcoming fire. Drinks can also be enjoyed in the Arbory lounge. The Glengonnar room is more formal yet still relaxed. The Glengonnar menu serves a varied menu and uses locally sourced and fresh seasonal produce. For refreshments during the day, relax in the conservatory room with tea and homemade cakes or enjoy after dinner drinks.

Grounds and gardens

Garden with outdoor seating available.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: Catherine Tweddie, The Abington Hotel, Abington By Biggar, Lanarkshire, ML12 6SD, United Kingdom

Address: Abington Hotel, Abington By Biggar, ML12 6SD

Check In: 3.00pm    Check Out: 10.00am

Directions: From the Northbound or Southbound M74 exit at Abington Junction 13 and follow signs for Abington Village. From Edinburgh and the East of Scotland follow the A702 into Abington Village.

Nearest train station: Carstairs and Lanark      Nearest airport: Glasgow

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Restaurant

Napoleon's Chair