Attractions

Masonic Arms   Welcome to The Masonic Arms At the Masonic Arms we offer a wide range of draught beer, wines, spirits and not to mention over 260 gins! With a great emphasis on Scottish gin.  We have …

Doon Valley Railway The Doon Valley Railway is a 'living museum'.  Here unique and historically significant industrial steam and diesel locomotives are restored and can be seen working in an authentic setting. We are the only Steam Railway in …

The Visitor Centre is situated in the heart of the village of Wanlockhead, which is Scotland's highest Village at 1531 ft./468.08 m. above sea level. Robert Burns had his horse shod here when it threw a …

  A’ The Airts in the Royal Burgh of Sanquhar is a Community Arts and Crafts centre nestled in the heart of Upper Nithsdale, Dumfriesshire, Scotland. Our fully accessible building is a hub where individuals can meet …

Rik's Bike Shed A Top Wee Shop at the Head of the Trails Based at Drumlanrig Castle. We have hire bikes for all the family, great trails and a fantastic wee shop to help with whatever cycling …

  Ae Cafe and Bike Shop       Ae has a brilliant trail center as part of the famous 7Stanes with routes for all levels. The forest also offers some lovely walks. There will  always be  a warm welcome at Ae …

Laggan Outdoor Laggan Outdoor  offer adventure and recreational experiences for all the family. Set in the heart of Dumfries & Galloway, on the hills above the Solway coast, you really will struggle to find a more stunning …

The Old School House     Re Opening Saturday 1st August

The Mill on the Fleet is a restored 18th century cotton mill on the bank of the River Fleet in Gatehouse of Fleet. Now an exhibition centre The Mill on The Fleet is spread over three floors …

St Ninian's Tearoom The Isle of Whithorn The Isle of Whithorn is a small community with a big heart and at the heart of this beautiful harbourside village is a wonderful village hall, tea room and shop …

Enjoy coffee and cake while watching osprey chicks (subject to availability) using a telescope within the Round House Cafe on the shores of Loch Doon. A nest is situated across the loch from the cafe for …

Mr Pook's Kitchen   Mr Pook’s Kitchen; your gateway to Scotland’s larder. Mr Pook's Kitchen is a restaurant situated on the site of the old Clydesdale bank in Castle Douglas. Opened in 2018 by Ed Pook, the restaurant …

Kilnford Farm Shop (We are located along the A75 at the Garroch Roundabout - Right beside the NEW D&G Hospital!)   Thank you for looking at our page!  Here is an exclusive coupon code for our online shop... GET …

The Coo Shed The Coo Shed is a unique family run coffee shop with all food prepared and baked 'in-house' and locally sourced where possible. Come and try our delicious fresh farm milk made for you by …

Clashwhannon Public House and Caravan Park     Clashwhannon Caravan Park and Public House is a small friendly family run business. Based on the edge of Drummore village. Serving Quality Food and Drinks.

Wigtown Summer Street Market is a market which takes place on the market square every Saturday from Easter weekend until end of September, open from 10am till 3.30pm. A selection of Fresh Bakery goods, fruit and vegetables …

Easterbrook Hall and The Crichton Memorial Church sit proudly within the grounds of The Crichton in Dumfries in the South West of Scotland. Easterbrook Hall is one of the largest auditoriums in the South of Scotland …

The Belted Galloway Visitor Centre   The Belted Galloway is a Visitor Centre with Bar, Restaurant, Tourist information and Gift Shop

The Boathouse Glencaple The Boathouse Glencaple offers delicious food and stunning views, with al fresco dining out on the deck in the warmer months.  Brunch and lunch are served in the café from 10am Tuesday to …

Moffat Mill   Moffat Mill (4 star tourist shop awarded by VisitScotland) Moffat Mill is an fantastic destination offering shopping for all and great stop for refreshments as you first cross the Border into Scotland. We are situated …

Moat Brae is the Birthplace of Peter Pan. New Family Attraction set in the 'enchanted land' that inspired the story of Peter Pan. Discover a world of children's stories in the enchanted land that inspired the story …

Culzean Castle and Country Park With a dramatic clifftop setting, Robert Adam architecture, fascinating history & beautiful surrounds, Culzean Castle and Country Park is one of Scotland's best days out. This glorious 260ha estate was once the playground …

Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate If you like delving deep into history, soaking up the finest culture, exploring beautiful countryside – or adrenaline-fuelled mountain biking – you’ll love a day at Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate. …

Roundhouse at Loch Doon     Loch Doon is the largest inland loch in Southern Scotland with spectacular scenery. It is approximately 5 miles in length and 1 mile at it's widest point. It nestles in the Galloway hills …

Abbey Cottage Tearoom Award-winning Abbey Cottage Tearoom is open every day. The kitchen in this family-owned business is busy from early morning producing home-cooked food. The scones are first into the oven, while a couple of homemade soups …

Distillery Tour Take your taste buds on a tour of our modern distillery to learn the secrets of our process, from how we make our very own spirit, to the botanicals we’ve selected to create our …

Bladnoch Distillery Visitor Centre and Melba Cafe   Welcome to Bladnoch Distillery. Our 202 year-old distillery opens its doors once again. Bladnoch Distillery produces premium Single Malt Scotch Whisky, paying tribute to the rich history of Bladnoch and traditional lowland …

Welcome to Annandale Distillery and Visitor Centre Established in 1836, we’re one of Scotland’s oldest operating distilleries. Located close to the Scotland-England border, we’re also the first (and last) distillery in Scotland. Whilst in the ownership of the …

The Cairndale Hotel and Leisure Club The Barracuda Leisure Club in Dumfries is the Cairndale Hotel’s privately owned leisure club. Situated on the ground floor of the hotel, The leisure club offers excellent leisure facilities, including swimming pool, …

Central Cafe     Central Cafe is a small Family run business that has traded in Stranraer since 1960. We pride ourselves on our fresh chips, peeled and cut fresh every morning.

Station House  Cookery School   Station House Cookery School is a unique experience in Dumfries and Galloway. Developed in the beautiful train station buildings in the picturesque fishing town of Kirkcudbright, Nick and the team offer a wide …

  Corton Plants is a unique, family run, traditional plant nursery with an inspiring collection of old fashioned and new varieties of plants, all home grown in Ayrshire. Established in 2004 by owner Alison Kerr, Corton Plants has …

The Garret Restaurant and Cafe Bar   The Garret Restaurant and Café Bar has a wide range of alcoholic beverages and soft drinks including an extensive wine list and Dear Green coffee – ethically sourced speciality grade …

Winner of Best Restaurant Experience Thistle Awards 2019/20 for the West of Scotland, Blackaddie House is run by Scotland's Chef of the Year 2016, Ian McAndrew and his wife Jane. This charming Restaurant with Rooms …

Auchencairn Store and Tearoom   Great place to stop for refreshments and a chat when you are cycling, driving or walking around the region. Enjoy some wonderful cakes and scones and a refreshing cuppa You can also pick …

Open to both residents & non-residents alike, the facilities at Eskdale Hotel, Langholm offer an ideal venue for tasty meals & snacks, weddings & parties, business meetings or simply as an escape for a relaxing cup of …

  Creetown Gem Rock Museum Would you like to see a 4.5 billion year old, three kilogram meteorite; or the fossilised egg and dung of a dinosaur; or one of the largest natural gold specimens on display …

Mull of Galloway Experience The Mull of Galloway is Scotland's most Southerly Point. At the end of a narrow peninsula with stunning views in every direction, the Mull of Galloway Lighthouse, the Lighthouse Exhibition, the RSPB …

Wildings Hotel and Restaurant An Ayrshire hotel, Wildings is well known for modern cuisine taking advantage of the lush, clean countryside and clear seas to source the very best local ingredients, setting the standard for an …

Café at Clatteringshaws The Cafe at Clatteringshaws and visitor centre is open all year round and is dog friendly.   Offering freshly prepared café fayre and daily specials. Come and try our homemade soup, cakes, tray bakes and …

Broom Fisheries Welcome to Broom Fisheries, home to Scotland’s leading coarse fishing lakes and waters, nestled away in a quiet, picturesque corner of South West Scotland. You’ll find us at Newbie, two miles from the nearby market town …

Carsphairn Shop and Tearooms Fresh & Modern shop & tearoom, amazing garden views. Homemade Cooking, local produce & gift items available. Seating 24 indoors & 18 outdoors. Bikers welcome, open 7 days a week (summer) closed …

Connors Restaurant     John and Kirstyn Connor have recently re-launched this lovely Restaurant situated on the seafront in the stunning coastal town of Portpatrick. Connors Restaurant has a new popular menu  and a lovely new look inside.       …

Eskdalemuir Community Hub & Old School Café. Fully licensed. Delicious food local produce and home cooking. Drinks, snacks, lunches & dinners.    

The Quay Zone 4 Fabulous Zones, One Great Location   The Quay Zone is a Leisure Centre with Swimming Pool, Gym, Studio, Cafe & Soft Play. Memberships, classes and various leisure and fitness activities available. Special changing and pool access …

  Threave Garden and Estate     Threave Garden and  Estate is the perfect place for a family day out – or two: there’s so much to see and do here, you may not fit it all in to …

  WELCOME TO BARSTOBRICK   Just 2 miles from the A75 at Ringford  nestled in the heart of Red Kite country you'll find Barstobrick boasting an equestrian centre, coffee shop and several way marked walking trails. We invite you …

Cool Licks and Hot Drinks can be found by the beach at Port Logan. We started Cool Licks and Hot Drinks after we heard the laments of the visitors to the beautiful village. We serve …

The Riverbank Cafe     The Riverbank Cafe is a popular venue for visitors and locals alike who just love the fresh baking, excellent coffee, paninis, toasties, salads, burgers, breakfast, soup, desserts, sandwiches and children’s menu.       …

THE VIEW Port William Inshore Rescue Service has a building on the harbour green in Port William -housing a coffee and gift shop plus licensed bar -amazing views. We also have 2 Electric Car Charging Points situated …

Easterbrook Bistro, Bar & Spa (formerly Neuro's) is located in the heart of The Crichton as forms part of the magnificent Easterbrook Hall. Easterbrook Bistro is an ideal place to stop-off for coffee, lunch or dinner …

5 * Logan Botanic Garden is Scotland’s Most Exotic Garden and hosts plant treasures from the southern hemisphere – rarely seen in the UK. Situated at the south-western tip of Scotland, Logan Botanic Garden is an exotic …

We are gaining a growing reputation for our range of home-made pies, cakes, chutneys and other delights produced in our Farm Shop kitchen.As one of our earliest work ventures, we started making cheese at Loch …

The Frothy Bike Co     In my home town of Dumfries, I grew up surrounded by great countryside to explore both on and off road biking. From building my own jumps in the local woods, to exploring …

Selkirk Arms Hotel   "Our food - fresh, local, traditional and modern, Scottish Mediterranean with a twist." RYAN MILLAR - HEAD CHEF   Open daily to non residents for coffee, lunch and dinner. https://www.selkirkarmshotel.co.uk/menu-main-index A great selection of real ales, malt whiskies …

DUNDONALD CASTLE AND VISITOR CENTRE   War and romance, smuggling and heroism, tales of the supernatural and more – Royal Dundonald Castle is one of Scotland’s most unexplored and fascinating treasures. Home to Scots King Robert II, grandson of Robert …

  Galloway Activity Centre Galloway Activity Centre occupies a stunning location on the banks of Loch Ken in Dumfries and Galloway, South West Scotland. With our team of expert adventure instructors and our beautiful surroundings we specialise in providing exciting and memorable holidays in a safe and friendly …

Gilnockie Tower The Esk Valley Clan Armstrong Reiver Centre The Clan Armstrong Ancestral Home History, Mystery and Discovery while exploring the far-reaching lands of the Anglo-Scottish Border Reivers, join us for an enthralling 500 years of Clan Armstrong …

Cafe, Crafts, Gifts & Haberdashery This delightful cafe, craft and gift shop is set in a beautifully converted church in the heart of the High Street, Gatehouse of Fleet. The Crafty Crow offers a wide selection of …

Welcome to Cream o' Galloway! Set in the beautiful Galloway countryside, Cream o’ Galloway is a family visitor attraction on an organic dairy farm, and the home of the luxury ice cream enjoyed throughout the country. …

  Glenwhan Gardens, Arboretum and Tea Room Glenwhan Gardens has been described as one of the most beautiful newly made gardens in Scotland. with unique & stunning sea views across to the Isle of Man, Luce Bay, and …

Sulwath Brewery is the principal brewery in Dumfries & Galloway. Its Tap Room is a popular haunt with all real ale lovers in Castle Douglas & surrounds. We turn out eight regular brews - with other …

Cavens Country House   At Cavens, our food ethos is all about top quality ingredients and tasty, unpretentious dishes. These are freshly prepared by Angus, who has trained with the best and maintains a real passion for …

  Taken over by the Castle Douglas Development Forum for the community, the Heart of Galloway Visitor Centre is a visitor information centre which also sells the best of locally produced food and crafts

 Jake Irving Ceramics, stylish, unique & exclusive ceramics & coffee shop. Opened in Kirkcudbright in March 2018.     Jake Irving Ceramics & Coffee Shop. Unique hand built ceramics sold only in Kirkcudbright and home baked cakes and drinks. All welcome, feel …

Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop Famous since 1754 and family run since 1885, the Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop is one of Scotland's most popular visitor attractions. From its historical beginnings as the home of runaway weddings, Gretna …

Galloway is a foragers paradise. Its mild, damp climate and wide variety of habitats offer the perfect growing conditions for all manner of delicious flora, fauna and fungi. There are few places in Britain that …

Gather at Laggan Where good food and good views nourish the soul   Gather is a place where friends and family can get together to enjoy good food, company and views. The glass fronted bistro is a flexible and …

  Whithorn Trust Visitor Centre & Cafe The Whithorn Trust runs the exhibition and museum detailing the town's 1600 years of Christian history. Coffee and gift shop with locally sourced products. The Whithorn Trust manages the archaeological site associated …

Dowhill Farm Dowhill Farm hosts a well stocked farm shop, gift shop, restaurant, events venue and beautiful courtyard garden with children's play area and patio seating offering youngsters a chance to let off steam and seating …

Visiting Our Whisky Shop Explore Scotch whisky and its fascinating heritage when you visit our home on the West Coast of Scotland, where a warm welcome awaits you at the A. D. Rattray Whisky Shop. Located in …

Come and visit BELTIE BOOKS & Café Browse our selection of Books. Then, have a well earned leisurely cup of Coffee, tea or chocolate accompanied by a delicious cake, scone or a bowl of soup or a snack. We …

Situated in the small village of Sorbie The Pheasant offers a unique dining experience in the heart of Galloway. Run by husband and wife team Morag and Andrea Cuomo who spent 13 years in Edinburgh and …

  The Old Colfin Creamery     The Old Colfin Creamery brought to you by Nick & Emma. Offering a balance between old classics and modern dishes using seasonal local produce. The Old Colfin Creamery where  warm welcome and a relaxed …

Henrys Bay House Restaurant Henrys Bay House Restaurant is nestled in the West Coast town of Stranraer. The menu features locally sourced fish and meat prepared and cooked freshly to order by local chef/restaurateur John Henry. The restaurant …