Exploring South West Scotland unveils a landscape of rugged beauty and rich heritage. Begin your journey in Dumfries, birthplace of renowned poet Robert Burns, and visit his former home, Burns Cottage. Journey to the stunning Galloway Forest Park, where dark skies offer stellar stargazing opportunities.
Discover the dramatic ruins of Sweetheart Abbey and the imposing Threave Castle, surrounded by scenic landscapes. Nature enthusiasts will relish the chance to explore the enchanting Solway Coast, with its sandy beaches and birdwatching havens. Don't miss the picturesque village of Portpatrick, known for its charming harbor and stunning coastal walks, offering a true taste of Scotland's southwest.
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A coastal reserve of 196 hectares lying within Wigtown Bay. Since buying the reserve, the RSPB has restored farmland and a willow crop to wet grassland.
One of Scotland's favourite waterfalls takes a spectacular 60m plunge into the valley below.
This medieval tower house was built around 1500 by Ninian Adair of Kilhurst, one of the most powerful Lairds of Wigtownshire.
A growing collection hosting a wealth of objects relating to the area hosted in an old-world charm museum.
Discover the ancient traces of Christianity in Britain through these remarkable stones that were sculpted 1,500 years ago.
See Victorian life in Old Bridge House from the 1600s. Explore the kitchen, nursery and bedroom. Pay a visit to the early dentist surgery!
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When the sky is clear, you can see the Lake District in addition to some breath-taking vistas of the Solway Firth.
Rolling glens, picturesque forest trails, 3 visitor centres, wildlife and a colourful history for you to explore. Great for families.
You don't have any existing visits (itineraries), why not create one?
e.g. "Lake District weekend", "Easter Family Day out"
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