Dumfries House was saved from sale and the dissolution of its contents in 2007 by the dramatic intervention of HRH Prince Charles. His particular concern was the priceless collection of Chippindale furniture and other items in the house but the entire 2000 acres estate was also purchased and became a property of the Prince’s Foundation, thus opening many opportunities for development and innovation.
The Tarras Valley largely lies to the east and north of Langholm in Dumfries and Galloway; the Tarras Water flows into the River Esk just south of Langholm.