Things To Do

The choice of outdoor pursuits is extensive with walking, cycling, fishing, golfing, riding, water sports and wonderful beaches all readily available in and around Dumfries and Galloway.

Walking - The area. Benefitting from local forestry and its closeness to the Solway coast, Dalbeattie has some wonderful woodland and coastal walks.

For more info on walking see: www.southernuplandway.com or call: SouthernUplandWay.com on 0870 835 8448.

Fishing - There are many places to fish - salmon, sea and brown trout, bank fishing, spinning, fly and worm - the River Urr being the nearest. The season is from 25th February to 30th November. No Sunday fishing. Permits available from McCowan and Son, High Street, Dalbeattie 01556 610270.

Golf - There are 9 hole courses at Dalbeattie and Castle Douglas, and 18 hole courses at Kirkcudbright, Colvend and Southerness.

For information on Golf see: www.visitsouthernscotland.com/golf

Cycling – It is often remarked upon by visitors how quiet our roads are and how appealing they are to cyclists. Meandering country lanes with stunning views of the countryside and wildlife provide an excellent opportunity to 'get on your bike' and explore the area.

For information on cycling see: www.visitsouthernscotland.com/cycling

Bird Watching – For years bird watchers have visited the area to experience many species of birds from wild geese to birds of prey. Now we are also pleased to advise that we have the Galloway Red Kite Trail which is proving to be extremely popular with many visitors were these fantastic birds can be seen throughout the area plus at close quarters at the feed station at Laurieston.

For information on Bird watching see: www.visitsouthernscotland.com/nature

Watersports – Galloway offers fantastic watersports from sailing and windsurfing to water-skiing and canoeing with several venues with fully trained staff available to take care of you and your family.

For information on Water Sports see: www.visitsouthernscotland.com/watersports

We would be delighted to assist guests with further information on any of the above. Please feel free to contact us.