Dumfries and its lovely surroundings
Parks, Beaches and Hills.
Dumfries has lots of lovely outdoor attractions.
There are lots of things to do here including Putting, Trampolines and nice walks along the River Nith towards Glencaple. If you walk far enough you can reward yourself with a drink or food at the Swan.
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Dock Park Dumfries
DockheadThere are lots of things to do here including Putting, Trampolines and nice walks along the River Nith towards Glencaple. If you walk far enough you can reward yourself with a drink or food at the Swan.
Sandyhills is a large sandy beach located along the southern coastline of Dumfries and Galloway. The beach slopes gently so the water is shallow and it is a popular beach for paddling and exploring rock pools. However, there are water quality issues at Sandyhills so it is recommended to check latest updates on the water pollution if you are intending to enter the water.
At low tide, vast stretches of sand are exposed which make it an excellent beach for walkers.
Behind the beach there are car pay for parking spaces, a small shop and a café and public toilets. More facilities can be found in the adjacent holiday park and the village of Colvend, a few miles drive from the beach.
This area of coast is renowned for its natural beauty and is a paradise for walkers, especially as dogs are allowed on the beach all year round. To the west, visitors can enjoy the wonderful cliff- top coastal scenery on the way to Rockliffe. To the east, Southerness lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses in Scotland is a few miles away along Southerness beach.
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Sandyhills Beach
Sandyhills is a large sandy beach located along the southern coastline of Dumfries and Galloway. The beach slopes gently so the water is shallow and it is a popular beach for paddling and exploring rock pools. However, there are water quality issues at Sandyhills so it is recommended to check latest updates on the water pollution if you are intending to enter the water.
At low tide, vast stretches of sand are exposed which make it an excellent beach for walkers.
Behind the beach there are car pay for parking spaces, a small shop and a café and public toilets. More facilities can be found in the adjacent holiday park and the village of Colvend, a few miles drive from the beach.
This area of coast is renowned for its natural beauty and is a paradise for walkers, especially as dogs are allowed on the beach all year round. To the west, visitors can enjoy the wonderful cliff- top coastal scenery on the way to Rockliffe. To the east, Southerness lighthouse, one of the oldest lighthouses in Scotland is a few miles away along Southerness beach.
Southerness is a wide, sandy beach, with some rocky areas. It covers the areas either side of Southerness Point, within the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This is a perfect beach for walking, with dogs allowed all year round and the sands rolling on for many miles. At low tide mud flats are exposed as well as some interesting rockpools.
Parking can be found at Southerness Point as well as a camp site, a hotel, public toilets, and a fish and chips restaurant. There is also a golf club nearby. Visitors can directly access the beach.
The main landmark in the area is Southerness Lighthouse. It was completed in 1749 making it the second oldest lighthouse in Scotland, although it was decommissioned in 1936. During the summer months it may be open to visitors.
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Southerness
Southerness is a wide, sandy beach, with some rocky areas. It covers the areas either side of Southerness Point, within the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This is a perfect beach for walking, with dogs allowed all year round and the sands rolling on for many miles. At low tide mud flats are exposed as well as some interesting rockpools.
Parking can be found at Southerness Point as well as a camp site, a hotel, public toilets, and a fish and chips restaurant. There is also a golf club nearby. Visitors can directly access the beach.
The main landmark in the area is Southerness Lighthouse. It was completed in 1749 making it the second oldest lighthouse in Scotland, although it was decommissioned in 1936. During the summer months it may be open to visitors.
Rockliffe is a sandy beach located at the southern end of the Dumfries and Galloway coastline. It is part of a National Scenic Area and there are plenty of National Trust areas around the beach. In fact this is known for being one of the most beautiful areas of coastline anywhere in Scotland.
As such it is a great favourite with walkers, many of whom flock to Rockliffe and its surrounds every year, particularly as dogs are allowed on the beach year round. There are many marked routes for visitors to choose from. There is excellent cliff- top coastal scenery on the route between Rockliffe and Sandyhills.
The beach itself is quite small and picturesque, surrounded by rocks and backing on to the village of Rockliffe. There are parking spaces with direct access to the beach and in the town there are toilets and a café.
Rough Island is a popular nature sanctuary a few hundred meters from the beach. It can be reached by a tidal causeway, but any visitors planning a trip to the island must check beforehand when the tide is set to come in and allow plenty of time for their return or risk being caught out by the tide. During the months of May and June, the island is off-limits due to nesting birds.
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Rockcliffe
Rockliffe is a sandy beach located at the southern end of the Dumfries and Galloway coastline. It is part of a National Scenic Area and there are plenty of National Trust areas around the beach. In fact this is known for being one of the most beautiful areas of coastline anywhere in Scotland.
As such it is a great favourite with walkers, many of whom flock to Rockliffe and its surrounds every year, particularly as dogs are allowed on the beach year round. There are many marked routes for visitors to choose from. There is excellent cliff- top coastal scenery on the route between Rockliffe and Sandyhills.
The beach itself is quite small and picturesque, surrounded by rocks and backing on to the village of Rockliffe. There are parking spaces with direct access to the beach and in the town there are toilets and a café.
Rough Island is a popular nature sanctuary a few hundred meters from the beach. It can be reached by a tidal causeway, but any visitors planning a trip to the island must check beforehand when the tide is set to come in and allow plenty of time for their return or risk being caught out by the tide. During the months of May and June, the island is off-limits due to nesting birds.
Take a walk in paradise at five star Logan Botanic Garden, Scotland's most exotic Garden, and discover plant treasures rarely seen in the United Kingdom.
Located on the south-western tip of Scotland, Logan enjoys an almost subtropical climate. The Garden's avenues and borders feature a spectacular and colourful array of half-hardy perennials. The Garden is warmed by the Gulf Stream which enables plants from Australia, New Zealand, South and Central America and Southern Africa to thrive.
Port Logan
Take a walk in paradise at five star Logan Botanic Garden, Scotland's most exotic Garden, and discover plant treasures rarely seen in the United Kingdom.
Located on the south-western tip of Scotland, Logan enjoys an almost subtropical climate. The Garden's avenues and borders feature a spectacular and colourful array of half-hardy perennials. The Garden is warmed by the Gulf Stream which enables plants from Australia, New Zealand, South and Central America and Southern Africa to thrive.
Criffel may be only 569 metres high, but its modest altitude belies its prominence, rising as the highest hill for miles around and dominating the Solway coastline. The ascent is short but steep and rewarded with stunning views of the Solway, its estuaries and across to the English Lake District.
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Criffel
Criffel may be only 569 metres high, but its modest altitude belies its prominence, rising as the highest hill for miles around and dominating the Solway coastline. The ascent is short but steep and rewarded with stunning views of the Solway, its estuaries and across to the English Lake District.
Castkedykes Park lies between the Glencaple and Kingholm Roads, 1.5 km due south of the centre of Dumfries. An area of approximately 5 hectares includes traces of a medieval castle, significant tree plantings from both 19th and 20th centuries and a number of plaques etc. commemorating people and events, especially the medieval history.
Castledykes Park station
Castkedykes Park lies between the Glencaple and Kingholm Roads, 1.5 km due south of the centre of Dumfries. An area of approximately 5 hectares includes traces of a medieval castle, significant tree plantings from both 19th and 20th centuries and a number of plaques etc. commemorating people and events, especially the medieval history.
Such an idyllic setting. Park in the car park then walking to the beaches and over the rocks. Even on a windy day there is somewhere sheltered to sit.
The shore walk is also beautiful.
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Mossyard Beach
Such an idyllic setting. Park in the car park then walking to the beaches and over the rocks. Even on a windy day there is somewhere sheltered to sit.
The shore walk is also beautiful.
Lovely place very close to Dumfries which is privately owned. No picnics but beautiful walks and scenery.
Dalswinton Estate Marquee
2 Front LodgeLovely place very close to Dumfries which is privately owned. No picnics but beautiful walks and scenery.
Such a beautiful garden, with views and walks right down to the beach. currently being brought back to its former glory. Very close to Southerness.
Arbigland House and Gardens
Such a beautiful garden, with views and walks right down to the beach. currently being brought back to its former glory. Very close to Southerness.
Another gem on the Solway Coast. Lovely walk to the beautiful beach with 2 hides and a playpark for the children. Well worth a visit.
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RSPB Mersehead
Another gem on the Solway Coast. Lovely walk to the beautiful beach with 2 hides and a playpark for the children. Well worth a visit.
Arts & Culture
Burns Mausoleum
Situated in the grave yard of St Michael's Church
Scotland’s national bard spent his last years in this simple sandstone house that is a key pilgrimage site for Burns' enthusiast from around the world. Over the years it has attracted many famous visitors including the poets Wordsworth, Coleridge and Keats. View original manuscripts and some of Burns’ personal belongings. See his desk and chair in the study where he created some of his finest works.
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Robert Burns House
Burns StreetScotland’s national bard spent his last years in this simple sandstone house that is a key pilgrimage site for Burns' enthusiast from around the world. Over the years it has attracted many famous visitors including the poets Wordsworth, Coleridge and Keats. View original manuscripts and some of Burns’ personal belongings. See his desk and chair in the study where he created some of his finest works.
The site is used in Outlander and has a great outdoor play area as well as the castle.
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Castillo de Drumlanrig
The site is used in Outlander and has a great outdoor play area as well as the castle.
Museum and Camera Obscura. It is the largest museum in the area with extensive collections relating to local and history from the pre historic era.
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Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura
Rotchell RoadMuseum and Camera Obscura. It is the largest museum in the area with extensive collections relating to local and history from the pre historic era.
Art space exhibiting Scottish paintings. Frequently changing exhibitions.
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Gracefield Arts Centre
28 Edinburgh RdArt space exhibiting Scottish paintings. Frequently changing exhibitions.
This is a volunteer-operated aviation museum located in and around the world War 11-era watch tower at the former RAF Dumfries, located two miles north east of the centre of Dumfries.
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Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum
Tinwald Downs RoadThis is a volunteer-operated aviation museum located in and around the world War 11-era watch tower at the former RAF Dumfries, located two miles north east of the centre of Dumfries.
St Michael's and South Parish Church
87 St Michael StNearest Church of Scotland to the property
Recently opened this is the birthplace of the magical Peter Pan character. Its fantastic interactive museum with a beautiful cafe and grounds. I would allow at least 2 hours for your visit.
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Moat Brae National Centre for Children's Literature
101 George StRecently opened this is the birthplace of the magical Peter Pan character. Its fantastic interactive museum with a beautiful cafe and grounds. I would allow at least 2 hours for your visit.
Very interesting history with good audio visuals on a lovely picturesque site.right beside the beautiful Arbigland.
John Paul Jones Birthplace Museum And Visitor Centre
Very interesting history with good audio visuals on a lovely picturesque site.right beside the beautiful Arbigland.
Lovely drive to enjoy a walk around the exibits. Wear sensible shoes and have a wee wander round the pond and castle in Sanquhar to follow.
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Crawick Multiverse
Lovely drive to enjoy a walk around the exibits. Wear sensible shoes and have a wee wander round the pond and castle in Sanquhar to follow.
Jardín Threave
National Trust gem, also worth visiting the Castle
Entertainment & Activities
Dalscone Farm Fun
Edinburgh RoadLoads of activities for children
Loads of activities for children amazing ice cream. So many flavours you will be spoilt for choice.
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Cream O' Galloway
RaintonLoads of activities for children amazing ice cream. So many flavours you will be spoilt for choice.
Lots to do for children and the child at heart adult. Also has a petting farm and nice cafe
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Parque de la Granja Mabie
Mabie CourtLots to do for children and the child at heart adult. Also has a petting farm and nice cafe
On the peaceful shores of the beautiful Solway coast lies Southerness Golf Course, one of Scotland’s finest golf courses. Designed by MacKenzie Ross, and built in 1947 enjoy a true championship links course amidst the natural beauty and character of this tract of wild land by the sea.
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Southerness Golf Club
On the peaceful shores of the beautiful Solway coast lies Southerness Golf Course, one of Scotland’s finest golf courses. Designed by MacKenzie Ross, and built in 1947 enjoy a true championship links course amidst the natural beauty and character of this tract of wild land by the sea.
Jericho Loch
Lovely place to have a nice easy walk
Fantastic family activities and soft play along with a lovely Cafe and outside seating.
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La Compañía Cocoabean
AshlandFantastic family activities and soft play along with a lovely Cafe and outside seating.
Essentials
Morrisons
Brooms RoadLarge supermarket and petrol station
Lidl
Brooms RoadSupermarket
St Michael Street Post Office
54 St Michael StPost office and general store
Sightseeing
Caerlaverock’s triangular shape is unique among British castles. A walk around the castle gives a sense of its strength, economy of form and pleasing geometry. (Historic Scotland)
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Castillo de Caerlaverock
Caerlaverock’s triangular shape is unique among British castles. A walk around the castle gives a sense of its strength, economy of form and pleasing geometry. (Historic Scotland)
Discover the tale of devotion behind the abbey’s evocative name. Monks named it Dulce Cor in memory of Lady Dervorguilla, who founded the abbey in tribute to her beloved husband, John Balliol.
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Sweetheart Abbey
Main StreetDiscover the tale of devotion behind the abbey’s evocative name. Monks named it Dulce Cor in memory of Lady Dervorguilla, who founded the abbey in tribute to her beloved husband, John Balliol.
Be inspired by nature and explore 1,400 acres of wetlands in the wilds of Scotland. Get set for an autumn adventure and see wildlife on the move as winter migration begins.
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WWT Caerlaverock
Be inspired by nature and explore 1,400 acres of wetlands in the wilds of Scotland. Get set for an autumn adventure and see wildlife on the move as winter migration begins.
1367 tower reachable by ferry boat. Currently closed but still lots of lovely walks and bird hides. You may also see the Osprey and her babies.
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Threave Castle
1367 tower reachable by ferry boat. Currently closed but still lots of lovely walks and bird hides. You may also see the Osprey and her babies.
Food Scene
Lovely home to continental cuisine and themed nights.
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Casa Mia Dumfries
53 Nunholm RdLovely home to continental cuisine and themed nights.
Family run Italian restaurant with cosy warm-toned dining room for seafood pasta, stone-baked pizzas and steak.
Bruno's Italian Restaurant
3 Balmoral RdFamily run Italian restaurant with cosy warm-toned dining room for seafood pasta, stone-baked pizzas and steak.
La Dolce Vita
94 Irish StLate night food and breakfast
Crichton Central
Bankend RoadLovely new Cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. Also hosts events.
Beautiful cafe, just on the outskirts of the town. Ideal place to have lunch then a nice walk to Caerlaverock Castle through the wetland.
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The Boathouse Restaurant & Shop
QuaysideBeautiful cafe, just on the outskirts of the town. Ideal place to have lunch then a nice walk to Caerlaverock Castle through the wetland.
Pizzeria Il Fiume
Longstanding Mediterranean restaurant
Fantastic food within walking distance of the cottage. walk down through the grave yard then turn left and walk until you see the Hitching Postat the end of the road.
The Hitching Post - DG1 2EQ
Fantastic food within walking distance of the cottage. walk down through the grave yard then turn left and walk until you see the Hitching Postat the end of the road.
Newly opened with lovely views of the waterfall at the nith.
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The Bank Bar and Tapas
68 White SandsNewly opened with lovely views of the waterfall at the nith.
This is about 10 minutes drive from the house and would cost about £10 to travel by taxi. Fabulous location and food.
Mabie House Hotel
This is about 10 minutes drive from the house and would cost about £10 to travel by taxi. Fabulous location and food.
Easterbrook Bistro, Bar & Spa
Bankend RoadSet in the grounds of the Crichton, with outside seating in summer.
Currently closed due to fire.
Wide selection of food and great for groups. Very close to the property.
Crumb
53 Saint Michael´s StreetCurrently closed due to fire.
Wide selection of food and great for groups. Very close to the property.
The Jolly Harvester
Calside Road Pub and restaurant
Open during the day serving a wide selection of light meals and snack. Situated in the top floor of the oldest privately owned department store in Dumfries
Barbour & Sons Ltd
24 Buccleuch StOpen during the day serving a wide selection of light meals and snack. Situated in the top floor of the oldest privately owned department store in Dumfries
The Back Street
103 Queensberry StreetHighly recommended by other guests, 5* food.
Excellent food with lots of outside seating and patio heaters. Lovely view of Criffel.
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The Swan
Excellent food with lots of outside seating and patio heaters. Lovely view of Criffel.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Globe Inn Dumfries
Seeped with History. this lovely pub which also serves food.
The Robert the Bruce
81-83 Buccleuch StSizeable pub with all day menu and real ale
Greens Sports Bar
59 St Michael StNice pub with a pool table, darts and friendly staff
The Riverside Bar
Wonderful wee pub right on the edge of the Dock Park with good beer and bands.