Cruck Cottage, Torthorwald, Dumfries and Galloway

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Brief description

The Cruck Cottage, Shieldhill Road, Torthorwald, Dumfries, Scotland, was originally constructed in the mid 18th century or thereabouts.

It is of the ‘cruck’ construction common at that time, i.e. the main supports consist of oak crucks or trunks, which support the roof. The roof consists of counter tie beams and branch rafters, laid with heather turf, and thatched with rye straw. The original walls would be of clay or turf, but are now built with rubble and lime mortar.

This cottage is unique to the area and is the only remaining example of this type of construction which would be common in the 18th and 19th century.

The cottage is owned by Solway Heritage and is maintained and run by the Cruck Cottage Heritage Association.

It can be visited at any time of the year.

Address

Cruck Cottage, Shieldhill Road, Torthorwald, Dumfries, DG1 3PS.

Email

Phone

+00 44 (0)1387 750202

Mobile: 07790 158181

Website

http://cruckcottage.com/

Directions

The Cottage is situated in the village of Torthorwald.

It is signposted off the A709 Dumfries – Lockerbie Road and is in the centre of the village on Shieldhill Road.

Opening Times

The Cottage can be visited at any time of the year. A list of Keyholders, who all live nearby, is displayed in the Cottage.

Entry is free but contributions towards the upkeep of the Cottage are always welcome.  Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

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