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Moat Brae National Centre for Children's Literature
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Judith
April 10, 2017
From the ages of 13 -18, James Matthew Barrie played wild and adventurous pirate games with his friends in the ‘enchanted land’ surrounding the grand Georgian house at Moat Brae. These games were long after to provide the inspiration behind ‘that nefarious work’ – Peter Pan. The unique environment and the experiences he had here in Dumfries at that time would strongly influence Barrie’s astonishingly successful writing career.
From the ages of 13 -18, James Matthew Barrie played wild and adventurous pirate games with his friends in the ‘enchanted land’ surrounding the grand Georgian house at Moat Brae. These games were long after to provide the inspiration behind ‘that nefarious work’ – Peter Pan. The unique environment…
Janice
June 19, 2019
Recently opened this is the birthplace of the magical Peter Pan character. Its fantastic interactive museum with a beautiful cafe and grounds. I would allow at least 2 hours for your visit.
Alexander
December 30, 2021
Enjoy a trip to this stunning Georgian house where you will find the garden which inspired JM Barrie's Peter Pan, now a fantastic experience and must visit.
Margaret
August 26, 2022
Reignite your childhood imagination as you explore this wonderful museum. A day spent here is one steeped in nostalgia and magic.
Dayne
May 31, 2022
Visit Scotland's national centre for children's literature and storytelling birthplace of Peter Pan. Kids can run through enchanted gardens, enjoy the Lost Boys' tree house, and board a full-scale pirate ship and look for Peter Pan's shadow.
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101 George St
Dumfries, Scotland