The Globe Inn, 56 High Street, Dumfries

The Globe Inn, located at 56 High Street in Dumfries, is a mid-18th century inn that has undergone alterations and additions. It is notable for being frequented by the poet Robert Burns. The building is constructed of whitewashed brick with painted ashlar margins and is primarily two storeys high. The main range features six bays, with an off-centre door that has a canopy above it. To the right (east) are two bays that include a re-set datestone from 1696 and a modern lavatory extension. To the left (west) is a tall four-storey range at the rear of the High Street. The inn has small-paned sash windows, many of which have thick astragals. There is corbelling over one canted angle and eaves, all made of brick, and the roof is slate. Inside, the inn contains several 18th century timber-panelled rooms, with the stair and doors also mostly dating from the 18th century.