What to see and do in south west Scotland

Come early and enjoy the delights our region has to offer! Wedding guests or conference delegates, everyone can enjoy the unique atmosphere and welcoming hospitality of Dumfries and Galloway .

Whatever your interests, SW Scotland Events can help you plan a programme of activities and how to make the most of your leisure time in the region.

Unspoilt countryside to explore

• spectacular coastline and sandy beaches
• rolling hills and fine forests and lochs
• beautiful gardens, warmed by the Gulf Stream
• quiet country roads
• wildlife - red deer , red squirrels, red kites and much more
• dramatic castles and abbeys

Towns and villages to welcome the visitors

• Go-ahead Castle Douglas Food Town
• Picturesque Kirkcudbright Artists' Town
• Wigtown - Scotland 's National Book Town
• Romantic Gretna and Sweetheart Abbey
• Great shopping centres in Dumfries and Stranraer
• Quality gift and craft shops around the region

Activities for everyone to enjoy

• Golfing - choose from the region's 30 courses (visitors welcome)
• Water sports and fishing - on the Solway Firth and on inland lochs
• Walking and cycling - along waymarked routes and quiet roads
• Heritage trails - from Robert the Bruce to Robert Burns

Challenges for the adventurous

• horse riding and trekking
• off-road driving
• clay shooting
• mountain biking
• climbing
• go-karting

Contact us for advice and come and stay in our Bed and Breakfast to see what the region has to offer.

For more to see and do in south west Scotland, go to www.visitdumfriesandgalloway.co.uk (opens in a new window).