The Stables Bankshill
Walking
Eskrigg Reserve
Quaas LoaningGreat place for dog walks.
Red squirrels - what's not to like.
Burnswark Hillfort
Amazing views across the Solway and lowlands
Galloway Forest Park
Galloway ForestGreat drives, walks, bike trails.
Massive skys here.
Nice walk up to the top of the waterfall or further if you like.
16 locals recommend
Grey Mares Tail Nature Reserve
Massive skys here.
Nice walk up to the top of the waterfall or further if you like.
One of our favourite places.
Great to drive or walk. Try gold panning or visit the lead museum in Wanlockhead - Scotlands highest village.
There is a pub ;)
Mennock Pass
One of our favourite places.
Great to drive or walk. Try gold panning or visit the lead museum in Wanlockhead - Scotlands highest village.
There is a pub ;)
Great place for an afternoon stroll.
Check opening times in advance during winter months, generally closed in poor weather.
Small admission charge.
13 locals recommend
Crawick Multiverse
Great place for an afternoon stroll.
Check opening times in advance during winter months, generally closed in poor weather.
Small admission charge.
Sightseeing
Free entry to the hide or book and pay for a guided tour.
Bring carrots!
12 locals recommend
Red Deer Range
Free entry to the hide or book and pay for a guided tour.
Bring carrots!
Drumlanrig Castle
Beautiful castle
No visit to the area would be complete without a day out at Gretna.
Dont miss the outlet village for some great bargains!
18 locals recommend
Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop
No visit to the area would be complete without a day out at Gretna.
Dont miss the outlet village for some great bargains!
Beautiful drive / walking opportunities here.
popular wild swimming.
29 locals recommend
Saint Mary's Loch
Beautiful drive / walking opportunities here.
popular wild swimming.
Beautiful temple in the Eskdalemuir area - currently closed to visitors due to COVID but walks nearby
7 locals recommend
Samyeling Tibetan Buddhist Centre
Beautiful temple in the Eskdalemuir area - currently closed to visitors due to COVID but walks nearby
Neighbourhoods
Beautiful village, plenty of forest walks in the area and jurassic trail.
Must try - Eskdalemuir Old School / Community Hub - get a warm by the log fire, great food, pint and pool nights, meditation sessions etc.. Find it on facebook for what's on.
Eskdalemuir
Beautiful village, plenty of forest walks in the area and jurassic trail.
Must try - Eskdalemuir Old School / Community Hub - get a warm by the log fire, great food, pint and pool nights, meditation sessions etc.. Find it on facebook for what's on.
Moffat
Lovely historic town with many great shops and places to eat and drink.