Dating back to 1788 and built by Burns himself, the farmstead is recognised as a site of exceptional historic and cultural importance.

It was built as a family home for his wife, Jean Armour, on the banks of the River Nith, and was acquired by the Robert Burns Ellisland Trust in 2020.

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The trust quickly identified a number of repairs which are needed to preserve the farmstead, and a conservation architect-led design team has been appointed following a tendering process.

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