Holiday Guide
Beach
All of these beaches are within either walking distance or a 20 minute drive of the caravan.
Beautiful explanse of sandy beach, sheltered bay for swimming, caves to explore.
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Sandyhills Beach
Beautiful explanse of sandy beach, sheltered bay for swimming, caves to explore.
Sheltered bay for swimming, coastal walks, waymarked trails, plenty of parking.
Access to Rough Island when the tide is out.
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Rockcliffe
Sheltered bay for swimming, coastal walks, waymarked trails, plenty of parking.
Access to Rough Island when the tide is out.
Kippford
Coastal walks, kayaking, swimming.
Dhoon Bay, three miles south west of Kirkcudbright on the B727. Grassy car park and picnic area with public toilets.
The remains of the wreck of the Monreith of Wigtown can be seen out on the sand. A two masted schooner with a cargo of stone kerbs, she was driven ashore here on November 12th 1900. Her crew managed to get off safely.
Kirkcudbright Bay
Dhoon Bay, three miles south west of Kirkcudbright on the B727. Grassy car park and picnic area with public toilets.
The remains of the wreck of the Monreith of Wigtown can be seen out on the sand. A two masted schooner with a cargo of stone kerbs, she was driven ashore here on November 12th 1900. Her crew managed to get off safely.
This most attractive stretch of shore is 15 minute walk east (sea on your right) from the caravan.
There is a series of sandy coves and caves and the impressive Thirl Stane, a natural stone arch and a popular climbing site.
Great views from here across the Solway.
A short walk north along the coast, at Abigland, is the cottage where John Paul Jones, founder of the United States navy was born.
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Powillimount Beach
This most attractive stretch of shore is 15 minute walk east (sea on your right) from the caravan.
There is a series of sandy coves and caves and the impressive Thirl Stane, a natural stone arch and a popular climbing site.
Great views from here across the Solway.
A short walk north along the coast, at Abigland, is the cottage where John Paul Jones, founder of the United States navy was born.
Strewn with cockle shells and with rock pools to explore at low tide, this mile-long beach stretches from Southerness Point to Powillimount.
The prominent lighthouse, built in 1748 is one of the oldest in Scotland.
Gillfoot Bay
Strewn with cockle shells and with rock pools to explore at low tide, this mile-long beach stretches from Southerness Point to Powillimount.
The prominent lighthouse, built in 1748 is one of the oldest in Scotland.
his beautiful white sandy beach forms part of the RSPB's Mersehead reserve.
Parking is at the reserves visitor centre.
From here a circular trail with birdwatching hides leads to the beach a walk of about a mile.
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RSPB Mersehead
his beautiful white sandy beach forms part of the RSPB's Mersehead reserve.
Parking is at the reserves visitor centre.
From here a circular trail with birdwatching hides leads to the beach a walk of about a mile.
Fun Activities
Great places and activities for the whole family!
My daughter and I had a wonderful day here feeding the animals and playing in the amazing rides and equipment. Loads of fab things to do. Very relaxed atmosphere. We’ll definitely visit again!
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Mabie Farm Park
Mabie CourtMy daughter and I had a wonderful day here feeding the animals and playing in the amazing rides and equipment. Loads of fab things to do. Very relaxed atmosphere. We’ll definitely visit again!
We loved making a chocolate Easter egg here. Very friendly and helpful staff in the workshops. Great indoor and outdoor play areas.
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Die Cocoabean Company
AshlandWe loved making a chocolate Easter egg here. Very friendly and helpful staff in the workshops. Great indoor and outdoor play areas.
Ice-cream making, cheese-making, farm tours, nature trails, adventure playground, seasonal events.
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Cream O' Galloway
RaintonIce-cream making, cheese-making, farm tours, nature trails, adventure playground, seasonal events.
Sightseeing
Galloway Forest Park
Galloway Forest