Other current and historical names
Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Gretna within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Gretna (or Graitney), par. and vil. (ry. stations, Gretna and Gretna Green), Dumfries-shire, on Solway Firth -- par., 7863 ac., pop. 1212; vil. (comprising Gretna Green and Springfield), 9½ miles NW. of Carlisle; P.O., T.O.; Gretna Green was long famous for its runaway marriages.