A few ideas to help you decide what to do and where to go !! 

There are so many things to see and do in and around the area and we have listed a selection below.

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• Mote of Mark at Rockcliffe
• Orchardton Tower
• Drumcoltran Tower
• Motte of Urr at Dalbeattie – motte and bailey earthwork castle
• New Abbey Corn Mill – renovated c18th water-powered oatmeal mill is in full working order and regular demonstrations given to visitors in the summer
• Sweetheart Abbey – splendid remains of a late c13th and early c14th Cistercian abbey
• New Abbey Tea Room - a welcome addition after your New Abbey wanderings
• Caerlaverock Castle (see photo)
• Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve
• Robert Burns Centre in Dumfries
• Threave Gardens in Castle Douglas (see photo)
• Threave Castle – Castle Douglas
• Mabie Farm Park – animals, dirt buggies, grass sledging, astroslide and paddle boat
• Barend Riding Centre - Horse-riding treks, walkouts and hacks through forest and countryside. Riding lessons for all abilities
• Southerness Golf Club
• Colvend Golf Club
• Southerness Beach – sand, car park and toilets
• Sandyhills Beach – sand, car park and toilets (see photo)
• RSPB Mersehead Nature Reserve – birdwatching and a good level walk !

 

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