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  • Something A Little Different, Walks & Tours and Daytime
  • Tickets from free - £35.00
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  • Various dates from Monday 22nd June 2026
  • Multiple start times (see ticket info)

The Resurrection of a Legend: Experience the Spirit of Annandale

In the rolling heart of Dumfriesshire, where the air is scented with woodsmoke and barley, stands a testament to Scottish perseverance. Annandale Distillery, first established in 1830 and later slumbering for nearly a century, has been meticulously restored to its former glory. Today, it stands as a premier destination for those who appreciate the fine alchemy of water, grain, and fire.

Our Classic Tour offers more than a glimpse behind the scenes; it is a sensory journey through a living heritage. You will wander through the historic sandstone buildings, witness the gleaming majesty of our copper stills, and hear the remarkable story of Annandale’s rebirth in 2014. The experience concludes, as all great Scottish journeys should, with a guided tasting of our award-winning Single Malts.

From the bold, peated character of Man O’Sword—inspired by King Robert the Bruce—to the elegant, unpeated complexity of Man O’Words, a tribute to Robert Burns, every dram tells a story of our landscape and its legendary figures.


The Ultimate Heritage Trail: Our Tri-Site Invitation

To truly capture the essence of the South of Scotland, we invite you to extend your exploration beyond the distillery gates. Our Tri-Site Tour offers a seamless journey through the three pillars of our regional identity: whisky, poetry, and pioneering social history.

  • Annandale Distillery: Master the secrets of the still on our acclaimed Classic Tour.

  • The Globe Inn, Dumfries: Walk in the footsteps of Robert Burns at his legendary "favourite howff."

  • Henry Duncan Savings Bank Museum: Discover the Ruthwell minister who changed the global financial landscape.

An Exclusive Offering for Our Guests
Immerse yourself in our local culture and enjoy a saving of up to 20% when you visit all three sites. Simply select the 'Tri-Site Tour Ticket' when booking your distillery experience online to take advantage of this special preferred rate.

Offers

Promotions

Tickets/Times

Ticket Event time Cost
Adult Tour (18+) 10:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Adult tour which includes up to five tastings.

10:00 - 11:00 £25.00
Child Ticket (12-17) 10:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

10:00 - 11:00 £5.00
Young Child (Under 12) 10:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

10:00 - 11:00 Free admission
Adult Ticket (18+) 11:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Adult tour which includes up to five tastings.

11:00 - 12:00 £25.00
Child Ticket (12-17) 11:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

11:00 - 12:00 £5.00
Young Child (Under 12) 11:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

11:00 - 12:00 Free admission
Adult Ticket (18+) 12:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Adult tour which includes up to five tastings.

12:00 - 13:00 £25.00
Child Ticket (12-17) 12:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

12:00 - 13:00 £5.00
Young Child (Under 12) 12:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

12:00 - 13:00 Free admission
Adult Ticket (18+) 13:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Adult tour which includes up to five tastings.

13:00 - 14:00 £25.00
Child Ticket (12-17) 13:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

13:00 - 14:00 £5.00
Young Child (Under 12) 13:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

13:00 - 14:00 Free admission
Adult Ticket (18+) 14:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Adult tour which includes up to five tastings.

14:00 - 15:00 £25.00
Child Ticket (12-17) 14:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

14:00 - 15:00 £5.00
Young Child (Under 12) 14:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

14:00 - 15:00 Free admission
Adult Ticket (18+) 15:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Adult tour which includes up to five tastings.

15:00 - 16:00 £25.00
Child Ticket (12-17) 15:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

15:00 - 16:00 £5.00
Young Child (Under 12) 15:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

15:00 - 16:00 Free admission
Adult Ticket (18+) 16:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Adult tour which includes up to five tastings.

16:00 - 17:00 £25.00
Child Ticket (12-17) 16:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

16:00 - 17:00 £5.00
Young Child (Under 12) 16:00

This ticket is valid for Annandale Distillery Child tour.

16:00 - 17:00 Free admission
Tri-Site Adult Tour (18+) 10:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

10:00 - 11:00 £35.00
Tri-Site Kids Tour (12-17) 10:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

10:00 - 11:00 £15.00
Tri-Site Adult Tour (18+) 11:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

11:00 - 12:00 £35.00
Tri-Site Kids Tour (12-17) 11:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

11:00 - 12:00 £15.00
Tri-Site Adult Tour (18+) 13:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

13:00 - 14:00 £38.50
Tri-Site Kids Tour (12-17) 13:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

13:00 - 14:00 £16.50
Tri-Site Adult Tour (18+) 14:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

14:00 - 15:00 £38.50
Tri-Site Adult Tour (18+) 14:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

14:00 - 15:00 £35.00
Tri-Site Adult Tour (18+) 15:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

15:00 - 16:00 £35.00
Tri-Site Kids Tour (12-17) 15:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

15:00 - 16:00 £15.00
Tri-Site Adult Tour (18+) 16:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

16:00 - 17:00 £35.00
Tri-Site Kids Tour (12-17) 16:00

This ticket allows the holder to one guided tour to each site listed below:

Annandale Distillery

The Globe Inn

Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum

16:00 - 17:00 £15.00

Location

Address

Annandale Distillery, Annandale Distillery, Nothfield, Annan, DG12 5LL

Organiser

Annandale Distillery Company Ltd
Annandale Distillery: Where History and Whisky Intertwine Journey back in time and experience the magic of whisky-making at Annandale Distillery, one of Scotland's oldest working distilleries. Nestled in the picturesque region of Dumfries and Galloway, Annandale invites you to explore its rich heritage and discover the secrets behind its exceptional single malt Scotch whiskies.  We host a range of specialist tours and special events all year round.

T&Cs

1. The ticket holder voluntarily assumes all risks and danger incidental to the event for which the ticket is issued, whether occurring prior, during or after the event. The ticket holder voluntarily agrees that the management, venue, event participants, DesignMyNight WFL Media Ltd and all of their respective agents, officers, directors, owners and employers are expressly released by the ticket holder from any claims arising from such causes.
2. Tickets are issued subject to the rules and regulations of the venue.
3. Please check your tickets, as mistakes cannot always be rectified.
4. Occasionally, events are cancelled or postponed by the promoter, team, performer or venue for a variety of reasons. If the event is cancelled, please contact us for information on receiving a refund from the responsible party. If the event was moved or rescheduled, the venue or promoter may set refund limitations. It is your responsibility to ascertain the date and time of any rearranged event.
5. The venue reserves the right to refuse admission and may on occasion have to conduct security searches to ensure the safety of the patrons.
6. Every effort to admit latecomers will be made at a suitable break in the event, but admission cannot always be guaranteed.
7. We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.
8. Tickets are sold subject to the venue or promoter's right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its control without being obliged to refund monies or exchange tickets.
9. If this ticket is re-sold or transferred for profit or commercial gain by anyone other than the promoter, venue management, DesignMyNight or one of their authorised sub-agents, it will become voidable and the holder may be
refused entry to or ejected from the venue.
10. The venue may operate a No Smoking Policy.
11. The promoter, venue management and DesignMyNight accept no responsibility for any personal property.
12. The event listed on the purchased ticket is strictly for ticket holders who are over 18 years of age. Identification may be required.

Customer Reviews (60)

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  • Written by Henk

    Rating: 5

    VERIFIED

    Visited 2 months ago
    Go with Joe👍. Tour should be 2 hours, we left after 3 hours: Splendid!!

    Reply from Annandale Distillery Classic Tour

    Beste Henk, bedankt voor de mooie woorden! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review. We are thrilled to hear that you had a "grand" experience with Joe. It sounds like Joe’s passion for our whisky and history got the better of the clock—though we find that 3 hours flies by when you’re having a great time! There is nothing quite like a private tour to really dive into the details, and we’re so glad you enjoyed that dedicated attention. We hope the rest of your trip was just as enjoyable, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Annandale in the future.
  • Written by Susannah

    Rating: 5

    VERIFIED

    Visited 10 months ago
    Fabulous tour and tasting session. Alistair was enthusiastic and knowledgeable, a great guide

    Reply from Annandale Distillery Classic Tour

    Hi Susannah, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review! We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the 1836 tour and tasting session. Alistair will be delighted to know that his enthusiasm and knowledge made your experience a great one – we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. We hope to welcome you back to Annandale Distillery again soon.
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