To the south of Dumfries lies the small village of Carsethorn, a pretty little place which sits overlooking the Solway Firth. It’s here that marks the start of a wonderful 6-mile coastal walk to nearby Powillimount via a huge, golden beach with gorgeous views to England. To make it even better, the walk passes through a fantastic natural arch, the …
The Clints of Dromore at Big Water of Fleet Viaduct
I have previously visited the Big Water of Fleet Viaduct, passing by it while walking from Clatteringshaws Loch to Creetown. It’s a truly remarkable structure and one of the hidden gems in Dumfries & Galloway. I have been itching to return to it and when I discovered a small hill range next to it called the Clints of Dromore, I’d …
The Bill Shankly Memorial at Glenbuck Heritage Village
In the far end of East Ayrshire, a few miles to the east of Muirkirk, lies the site of a former mining village called Glenbuck. What was once a bustling village with over 1000 residents, is now just a memorial to those who lived and worked there. What makes the site truly remarkable, is that this isolated mining village produced …
10 Great Hillwalks in Dumfries & Galloway
Dumfries & Galloway has a huge variety of wonderful hillwalks and I have amassed quite a bit of experience of bagging them over the past few years. Unlike the Corbetts (which are hills from 2,500ft – 2,999ft) these hills are smaller and require less effort to climb. That doesn’t mean they aren’t worth doing: some of the hills on the …
Bengray at Loch Whinyeon Above Gatehouse of Fleet
Gatehouse of Fleet is one of the prettiest villages in all of Dumfries & Galloway and one which I enjoy visiting throughout the year. I have lost count of the number of times I’ve done the wonderful walk from the Cally Woods to the beautiful beach at Sandgreen, which starts in the wood to the east of the town and …
The Mull of Galloway Lighthouse Circular
Of all the walks in Dumfries & Galloway, two are probably the most popular with visitors to the area. Merrick, the 2,776ft Corbett in Glen Trool, which is the highest point in the South of Scotland and a peak I have climbed multiple times. The other is the walk at the Mull of Galloway Lighthouse, a spectacular circuit route around …
My Favourite Pictures of 2024
Every year, I like to share my favourite pictures from my adventures and to reflect on what was achieved in the year that has now ended. I have to say I am frustrated at the lack of new posts I published in 2024 but I think the ones I did put out were pretty special! So grab a beverage and …
Screel Hill and Bengairn
To the south of Castle Douglas in Dumfries & Galloway lies Screel Hill, a 1,126ft peak that sits between Auchencairn and Palnackie. It’s lesser-known neighbour, Bengairn, is 1,283ft and together they make a wonderful 6-mile circuit walk that offers sweeping views over the Solway Firth and would make a perfect walk if you are on holiday in the region and …
Gatehouse of Fleet to Sandgreen
Dumfries & Galloway is full of pretty little villages, each with their own unique atmosphere and setting. From the lovely farming town of Castle Douglas, to the pretty Kircudbright with its boats bobbing in the harbour. One of my favourite towns in the entire region is Gatehouse of Fleet. Based on the A75 between Castle Douglas and Newton Stewart, Gatehouse …
The Meaul Circuit at Carsphairn
Meaul is a 2,280ft Donald in Dumfries & Galloway, sitting at the north side of the wonderful Rhinns of Kells ridge (the sprawling range that includes the wonderful Corbett Corserine). I’ve made quite a habit of ticking off some of the smaller hills in Dumfries & Galloway and have had a great time doing so. Mullwharchar, Millfore, Lamachan Hill and …