The Buccleuch & Queensberry Arms Welcomes the World
Dumfries and Galloway Hotel Opens its Doors for Launch Weekend after Extensive Refurbishment
April 2014
Zoe Bestell entertains guest in the restuarant
Over 80 people attended a champagne reception to mark the occasion, accompanied by music from the Almeida trio and followed by a tour of the stunning Queensberry estate which covers more than 100,000 acres of the surrounding area.
Working closely with local suppliers, businesses and Visit Scotland, the family behind the hotel’s refurbishment is working hard to spread the word about the region’s scenery, abundant wildlife and host of unique outdoor activities to visitors across the UK.
Hotel owner, Dolf Sweerts de Landas, said: “We first visited Dumfries and Galloway 15 years ago and were so overwhelmed by its beauty that we found it very difficult to leave! Our vision for the hotel was not only to bring new visitors to the area, but to provide a hub for the local community so it’s very satisfying to see everyone enjoying the results of our hard work.
Sophie, Dolf and Caroline Sweerts de Landas, Richard Scott 10th Duke of Buccleuch and Arthur Sweerts de Landas
Paula McDonald, Regional Director of VisitScotland, said: “We welcome the re-opening of the Buccleuch and Queensberry Arms Hotel in Thornhill which is a fantastic asset to Dumfries & Galloway.
“Investing in tourism is an investment into Scotland’s future and this quality accommodation is second to none in terms of service and style offering visitors an exceptional tourism experience. I’d like to wish them every success in their venture and I’m thrilled this additional offering to the region’s tourism product portfolio comes in what is a highly significant year for tourism in Scotland with the Commonwealth Games, Ryder Cup and Homecoming Scotland events programme all shining the international spotlight on our great country.”
Richard Scott, 10th Duke of Buccleuch raises a glass to the BQA Hotel
The main hotel has 10 individually designed bedrooms and 2 stunning cottage bedrooms with disabled access. There are meeting and function rooms, making the hotel a perfect venue for weddings, executive meetings or any event for business or pleasure.
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