RSPB Mersehead is the perfect base from which to discover Scotland’s forgotten corner. A challenging links course, Southerness Golf Course is a Scottish Golf Championship Venue whilst Colvend Golf Course offers a parkland experience with panoramic views from the high cliffs. The Galloway Activity Centre is situated on the banks of the stunning Loch Ken. A little further afield are the trails in the Galloway Forest Park and the Ae Forest. Visit the home of runaway weddings at Gretna Green, now a 5-star visitor destination or explore the Aviation Museum.įor those looking for a fast-paced action holiday, RSPB Mersehead is located just a short drive from two Forestry Commission 7-stanes mountain bike trails at Mabie Forest and Dalbeattie Forest. Discover the remarkable story of HM Factory Gretna and the Solway Military Coast at The Devil’s Porridge Museum. On a wet day, there is plenty of opportunity to explore indoors. Follow in the footsteps of Robbie Burns as you trace the banks of the River Nith from the heart of Dumfries and don’t forget to visit Moat Brae where Peter Pan began. Unravel the tale of devotion behind Sweetheart Abbey’s evocative name. Learn all about its turbulent history as a castle caught up in border conflicts. A wide moat, twin-towered gatehouse and lofty battlements make Caerlaverock Castle a medieval stronghold. #WINTER WONDERS SANDY HILL FARM FULL#The Camera Obscura, installed in 1836, is on the top floor of the old windmill tower where you can see a fascinating panoramic view of Dumfries and the surrounding countryside.ĭumfries & Galloway is full of history waiting to be discovered. In addition to the wonders of nature, a vast array of attractions will keep young families entertained for hours such as the Dino Park, Cream O Galloway, Mabie Farm Park and the Chocolate Factory. There are great rock pooling adventures to be found at nearby Rockcliffe or try crabbing from the quay at Kippford. WWT Caerlaverock can be found just the other side of Dumfries and there are a number of Scottish Wildlife Trust and Local Nature Reserves to explore. Watch for hunting Peregrines, Merlins, and Hen Harriers overhead.Ī haven for wildlife, away from Mersehead there are an additional four RSPB reserves to discover Ken-Dee Marshes, Wood of Cree, Crook of Baldoon and at Scotland’s most southerly point, the Mull of Galloway. Tree sparrow and Yellowhammer come to feed from the cottage bird table. In the spring, the evening air is alive with sound of displaying Lapwing and the distinctive chorus the UK's rarest amphibian, the Natterjack Toad. RSPB Mersehead is an extensive wetland nature reserve internationally important for the population of wintering Svalbard Barnacle geese and wildfowl. Located on the scenic northern shore of the Solway Estuary, the large skies and seascapes give a feeling of escape. In the large farmhouse garden, there is a playground with swings, slide, mud kitchen and badger tunnels providing hours of fun. The perfect family destination, RSPB Mersehead has a stunning beach and sand dunes just a short walk (1-mile) from the cottage, perfect for building sandcastles and driftwood lodges. A log burner keeps the cottage warm and cosy throughout the winter months. Discover the breath-taking scenery, wildlife, culture and history of Dumfries & Galloway whilst staying in a cosy cottage located in the heart of RSPB Mersehead Nature Reserve.īarnacle is a semi-detached traditional stone farm cottage with off-road parking.
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