Kingholm Quay

Kingholm Quay is a listed harbor structure on the eastern bank of the River Nith, featuring red-brick storage sheds and granite construction. A floating pontoon and slipway provide access to the water, making the site functional for small watercraft.

The site was originally known as Comyn's Holm before being renamed following Robert the Bruce's actions in 1306. The location subsequently became a gift to the Burgesses of Dumfries and eventually developed into a working harbor.

The site once served as a hub for local textile production, where workers created specialized fabrics for trousers and traditional Scottish patterns. This industrial past shaped the character of the place and remains visible in its buildings and structures today.

Visit during high tide to see the basin fully filled with water and the entire structure properly displayed. The site is openly accessible from the waterfront, offering clear views of the harbor layout from the elevated bank.

The harbor basin incorporates repurposed iron cannons as mooring posts, a practical remnant from earlier military times. A Victorian-era scouring system uses the natural flow of Kingholm Burn to flush out silt and keep the channel navigable.

Location: Dumfries and Galloway

Location: Dumfries

GPS coordinates: 55.04600,-3.60618

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:23