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Towns and Villages
Castle Douglas
The Market town of Castle Douglas is situated some 17 miles (20 mins drive) south of Dalry and The Clachan Inn.
Tourist Information Centre: 01556 000000 situated at Car park at the top of the main street.
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Dumfries
Approx 30 miles (40 mins drive) from the Clachan, Dumfries is the largest town in south-west Scotland and former seaport known as ‘Queen of the South.’ Here, Robert Burns lived before his death in 1796 and his house still contains personal possessions. Robert Burns Centre recall his years in Dumfries and his mausoleum is in St. Michael’s churchyard. Mid Steeple was built in 1707 as courthouse and prison. Bridge dating back from 15th century is oldest of five across River Nith, and 18th century windmill contains camera obscura and local history museum. Robert the Bruce began his rebellion against the Edward I and the English here by capturing the castle in 1306, leading to the Wars of Independence.
A good day out with plenty to see and do, good car parking by the river. Marks and Sparks for the ladies.
Tourist Information Centre: 01387 253 862 situated on The Sands car park by the river.
Kirkcudbright
Town dominated by St. Cuthbert’s Church spire, Gothic Tower of Tolbooth (1411) and jagged top of 16th century MacLellan’s Castle. For a list of museums, scroll down.
New Galloway
Angling centre on River Ken has town hall with high clock tower and jougs, hinged iron collars in which malefactors were confined. Carved Adam and Eve stone stands in Kells churchyard.
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