Stage 1

 This is a trial of the Challenging route being planned by Annan the History Town Group which will use information hubs being installed soon and we are looking for feedback from this trial.

The trail loops so it can be started at any of the information points.

This Challenging route is 1.9 mile (4300 steps) taking 43 minutes if you don’t stop to take in the history and the views.

Please note some pavements are uneven, narrow or non-existant so please take care especially when crossing busy roads.

 

Once established, there will be much more historic information, questions and things to look for on the  web link and the boards themselves

Annan Old Parish Church – Downies Wynd

There is a lot of history to be found at this location. Dates over doors, on guttering, widened pathways and a benchmark can all be found without too much searching.

The information boards will have details of Edward Irving and St Kentigern.

From here as you move along the High Street, you will pass an old coaching inn. The busy crossroad junction known as Fish Cross was a hub of great activity.

Directions: Cross Butts Street and the High Street and head along the High Street towards the other traffic lights but stop outside the new location for Canine Rescue.