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Discover our charming towns and villages Stay in our welcoming accommodation Step into Dumfries and Galloway and South Ayrshire.
Enjoy outdoor activities in stunning scenery. Check out our South West Coastal 300 – “Scotland’s Newest Touring Route” Explore the rich culture of our heritage and traditional events.
South West Scotland has more than 200 miles of fabulous coastline, the largest Forestry Park in the UK and remote Galloway Hills to discover. We also have the U.K.`s first Dark Sky Park and recently was voted BBC Countryfile Destination of the Year. Recommended by Rough Guides
You can choose your accommodation here. Book direct with the owners of hundreds of tourism businesses, large and small, in our characterful area. Please check out all the brilliant things to see and do in and around South West Scotland …………. so easy to reach, so hard to leave!
Find out about our brand new South West Coastal 300 Route by clicking on the map below.
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On this damp day there is always a warm welcome awaiting you at Crafty Distillery "The Scottish Gin Destination of the Year"
Crafty Distillery are very pleased to announce that they are also one of the FINALISTS at Scottish Gin Awards where four distilleries will compete for the ultimate prize
The Scottish Gin Distillery of the Year and the results for this fantastic accolade will be known later in the year.
Good Luck
Crafty Distillery & Tree Bar & Cafe - Visit South West Scotland
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Visit the ‘Scottish Gin Destination of the Year’ We’re from Scotland. The country that invented almost bloody everything. That’s why our logo is a little bolt of inspiration. Our mission is to create tasty honest craft spirits for everyone who likes a tipple. We make our very own spirit from...A beautiful scene at Loch Ochiltree near Newton Stewart in Galloway Forest Park. Photo credit:- markmckie.photography
Scotland’s 2nd oldest Lighthouse - Southerness on the Solway near the Nith Estuary. Unusual square construction. Check it out on your South West Coastal 300 adventures. Shared from Instagram- credit:- alanpetersen_photography
Visited here on Saturday. Loved that you can climb to the top & take in that amazing view! The little gift shop & friendly gentleman to answer any questions are a bonus!
I think a tour of all south scotland lighthouses combined with a tour of the SWC300 would be great.
Southerness originally called saltness . Brill picture
Watch out for this soon !!!!!!!!!!!
Jasper on his way up the Merrick in Galloway Forest Park via the lochs route. One of many amazing hill walks in South West Scotland. Photo credit:- Jasper.the.fox.red.
WIN FREE FAMILY TICKET to attend Spectacular Jousting at Caerlaverock Castle.
A historic weekend awaits as Spectacular Jousting returns to Caerlaverock Castle on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 July from 12.30pm to 4.30pm. Don’t miss the chance to hear the thunder of hooves, clashing of lances and cheer on your favourite knights!
Get your tickets online in advance for a 10% discount, or better still sign up to Historic Scotland membership to enjoy free entry to the event.
More information at historicenvironment.scot/knights
TO ENTER simply type JOUST in the comments below before 5pm on Friday 19th of July and we will draw a winner at random.
The Prize is One family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) to attend Spectacular Jousting at Caerlaverock Castle on either Saturday 27 or Sunday 28 July (winner can choose which day they would like to visit).
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Spectacular Jousting (Caerlaverock) | Historic Environment Scotland
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South West Scotland is a nature-lover’s dream with everything from red deer and red squirrels to red kites!
Visit South West Scotland are a group of independent tourism businesses based in South Ayrshire and Dumfries & Galloway. We would love it if you would let us share our secrets with you.
Book now with one of our many accommodation providers -maybe a hotel in a lighthouse or a glamping experience in a forest.
