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The Mill Forge

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of The Devil's Porridge

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Garden
Business centre
Standard Double Room
Front of property
Courtyard view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Kirkpatrick-Fleming, Lockerbie, Scotland, DG11 3BQ
  • Place, Spoilt Spa at Smiths
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Blacksmith's Shop
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

About the area

Lockerbie

At The Mill Forge, you'll be 7.8 km (4.9 mi) from The Devil's Porridge and 11.8 km (7.3 mi) from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Mill Forge, is open for dinner. The Conservatory is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Lockerbie hotel include Annandale Distillery and Clan Armstrong Centre.

What's nearby

  • Spoilt Spa at Smiths - 2 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Old Blacksmith's Shop - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • The Devil's Porridge - 6 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace - 8 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Annandale Distillery - 11 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Gretna Green Station - 4 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Solway Lounge - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Scotland's Last Flsh And Chips - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Mill Forge

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of The Devil's Porridge
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Mill Forge. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Lockerbie hotel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Mill Forge offers 33 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Lockerbie hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Conservatory
  • The Mill Forge

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Cots (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Mill Forge Hotel Lockerbie
Mill Forge Lockerbie

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Mill Forge?

The Mill Forge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mill Forge?

As of 24 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mill Forge on 18 Jan 2026 start from NZ$262.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Mill Forge?

Yep, The Mill Forge has a free self car park.

Is The Mill Forge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli and a picnic area, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Mill Forge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Mill Forge?

No, The Mill Forge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Mill Forge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Mill Forge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Mill Forge?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Mill Forge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 245 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A memorable stay with something special

We were extremely happy with our stay at The Mill Forge it’s our 4th time staying there and it was absolutely a treat Room was so spacious comfortable and had everything you can expect Beds are very comfortable bathroom very spacious Check In was easy and the staff friendly and make you feel most welcome With it being only a few miles from Gretna it makes it very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

mrs r e

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful… definitely recommend a visit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great one night stay for work
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

One of the nicest places we have stayed in. A hidden jem. Will stop there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Judith I

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Accessibility

Room was supposedly "accessible" however there were two steps to enter. Shower was inaccessible to anyone with mobility issues being up 2 steep steps. Breakfast was served upstairs!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riccardo

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I arrived really late and although reception was closed, they kindly made a key available. The chalet I was in was a bit tired, but clean. Breakfast was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
absolutely fabulous
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

paul

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service

Just ok. But staff very good.

Place was ok just a bit basic and could do with a new lick of paint. Staff were friendly and very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place to stay.

Such an amazing place to stay. Very friendly staff , rooms extremely comfortable and the view from room overlooking the fields was stunning. can definitely recommend and will be going there again .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

KA

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, staff very welcoming , food excellent and accommodation cleanliness cannot be faulted.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place; Even better staff

The place was great, facilities were good and the staff were even better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely 2 night stay here. Staff in reception, bar & restaurant were helpful & friendly. Room could of been a bit cleaner & the mattress was very uncomfortable, but the grounds & having the bar/restaurant there made up for it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gitte

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

iain

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic hotel plenty of parking

Probably a 2 * property in my option. Basic hotel however basic price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024