Laurieknowe

Laurieknowe forms part of Dumfries on the west bank of the River Nith, connected to the town centre by several bridges. The A75 provides the main route through the area, linking to Stranraer's ferry ports westward and the M74 motorway system eastward, whilst the A76 heads north toward Glasgow. Electric vehicle drivers will find approximately 20 public fast charging points throughout Dumfries and surrounding areas. The district overlooks the ancient River Nith ford where cattle drovers once crossed with their herds bound for southern markets.

The closest airport to Laurieknowe is Carlisle Lake District Airport.