Blue Skies and Green Grass

7/2/2022

Summer is Here

As we welcome the blue skies and the green grass of summer, the South West of Scotland certainly has plenty to offer. From exciting days out to nights with haunted tales, there`s something for everyone.

Here are 10 exciting things to do the South West of Scotland

Enjoy an Exclusive Walking Event - Join Dell-Mar Bed and Breakfast here in Moffat for 3 days of scenic guided walks, all you need is your boots, we`ve planned the walks, got the transport, packed your lunch, we`re well trained both in walk leading and first aid, plus we`ve got you fully insured. 8/9/10 July or 26/27/28 July BOOK NOW call 01683 220260 or email relax@dellmarmoffat.com
Visit a Golf Course - named as the "Jewel in the South" Moffat Golf Course is one of the most interesting, varied and attractive courses in Southern Scotland. This 18-hole course offers scenic views from both the fairways, greens and especially the 19th hole. Open all year round but definitely worth a visit during the summer months and Dell-Mar guests get a 10% discount.
Take an artist tour -Kirkcudbright Art Tours are guided walks that introduce you to the artists of this vibrant town, from group tours, small groups to bespoke tours Fiona will show you the top spots and the undiscovered locations.

Two ladies stood on rocks at the side of a stream, there is a reservoir in the back ground with blue skies and hills.

The view of a golf course with hills in the distance and some trees

A wooden built horse an a platform, with trees behind and blue skies

Paddle far away - Moffat SUP hire offer paddle-boarding for people who have never tried paddle boarding, with supervised tasters sessions or if you fancy some R&R they have wellness sessions, leave your worries at the side of the water and enjoy the peaceful waters at some of Scotland's beautiful Lochs, these ladies are truly passionate about the open waters and love sharing their passion with people like you. Book your SUP hire today
Travel back in time - Drumlanrig Castle has something for everyone, steeped in history this pink palace has an extensive art collection that`s world class, take a stroll around the way-marked walks, ride your bike along the mountain bike trails, visit the craft workers at the Stable-yard Studios, then finish your day at the Castle gift shop, tearoom or Larchwood cabin Cafe.
Get sand in your toes - with some amazing coast-line in the South of Scotland, a trip to the beach is a must, Southerness has miles of beautiful sands and outstanding views of the Solway Firth, on it`s shores lies Scotland`s second oldest light house, commissioned in 1748 to help the safe passing of ships through the Solway Firth that where heading to the Nith Estuary. Other beaches include Carsethorn, Sandyhills, Rockcliffe and Powfoot.
A night of Ghost and Ghouls - the multi award winning Mostly Ghostly will take you on a trail of dark and historical tales of old around Dumfries and beyond, with ghostly nights stay at the theatre royal, will you manage the whole night or will you chicken out and leave once the spooky noises and shadows appear, or listen to the history surrounding the Crichton Crypt and Easterbrook Hall, once used as a mental hospital and considered one of the best in the country.

Two ladies on paddle boards on the water with trees in the background

A light house on some rocks at a beach, the sea in the background and the sky is blue

2 women in black with a man also in black. they have their hands up and the man has glasses

Pan for Gold - Wanlockhead, the highest village in Scotland and also home to the lead mining museum, find out how men worked down the shaft at Lochnell Mine, mining for lead. For years men and women have searched for gold, one of the world`s most precious metals, and it`s no different here in South West Scotland, gold can be found in the sands and gravel in the burns at Leadhills and Wanlockhead, end your day at the tearoom and gift shop.
Head for heights - travel down to New Abbey and take a hike up to the top of Waterloo Monument an impressive 150ft tower built in 1810 and is nestled in this beautiful village, but be aware the top of the tower is pretty hair raising, there are no barriers but the views are extensive and certainly breathtaking, on the way back don`t forget to take a stroll around Sweetheart Abbey.
Walk Moffat - our Walking Weekend during 30th September and 1st, 2nd October has walks to suit all abilities from free and easy to the more strenuous, in it`s second year, the event has been made possible by local volunteers from the B&B`s, Hotels, local businesses, Borders Forest Trust and the National Trust. I`m proud to be a part of this amazing festival and it`s been supported by both locals and visitors alike. Book your tickets at Walk Moffat