Our premises are a 18th century courtyard in the centre of Castle Douglas near the town clock. Castle Douglas is an attractive 18th century planned town in the heart of scenic Galloway only 40 minutes drive from the M74 at Lockerbie. We are on the main shopping street in Castle Douglas which also features many interesting family owned businesses - a delight to explore in this corporate age.
A.D. Livingston and Sons are a family business established in 1981 by father and son Alec and Ian Livingston in Castle Douglas. They followed a tradition set by Alec's father James an upholsterer and partner in a W.T.Stewart, a long established business in Castle Douglas. The business is now run by Ian and his brother Kenny who together have over 35 years of experience in restoring, buying and selling antiques. Stewart Henderson, who started work for us in 1995 is now a fully integrated member of the restoration team.
Ian Livingston, senior restorer, trained in High Wycombe and has been with A.D. Livingston's since the bsuiness was founded in 1981. Ian specialises in fine restoration and French polishing.
Kenny Livingston, has a BA Hons degree in Design. Kenny specialises in furniture design and in buying and selling and has a particular interest in re-building old furniture parts into new furniture.
Stewart Henderson, who started work for us in 1995 as a trainee restorer. Stewart has an MSc in engineering and works on restoration projects and hand finishing.
From Glasgow or Edinburgh - follow the M74 southwards to Beattock, follow the A701 towards Dumfries then the A75 towards Stranraer. Once you get into Castle Douglas follow signs for the town centre which bring you on to King Street. We are on the left hand side beside Designs Gallery and opposite the Douglas Arms Hotel. Free parking is available on many streets nearby.
From Ayr, South Gklasgow and the Clyde Coast - follow the A714 south through the Galloway hills. This brings you into town at the Town Clock. Turn left at the clock and we are on the right hand side next to Designs gallery.
From the South (Carlisle, Manchester, etc.) - follow the M6 then A74 northwards to Gretna, then the A75 towards firstly Dumfries and then Stranraer. Castle Douglas is 18 miles beyond Dumfries. Once you get into Castle Douglas follow signs for the town centre which bring you on to King Street. We are on the left hand side beside Designs Gallery and opposite the Douglas Arms Hotel. Free parking is available on many streets nearby.
Our shop, workshop and courtyard are open 9-5 Monday to Friday and 10-5 on Saturdays.
