Moffat Attractions

In the middle of the 17th century the discovery of sulfur springs transformed the quiet village of Moffat ((pop. 2,000; 20mi/32km north of Dumfries) into a popular spa town. Of more importance for the local economy, however, was sheep farming. A bronze ram on the Colvin fountain in High Street symbolizes the prosperity that wool and textiles have brought to the region. The local woolen mill can offer a wide selection of high-quality woolen products from both the Southern Uplands and northern Scotland.