Within a very short saunter from Cannons close, you will find a wealth of things to do... (Please wait, a video is loading)
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with pleasant areas in which to watch the world go by, while considering what to do next... |
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...well preserved attractions of Historic interest, and a bustling little Harbour to go and have a look at... |
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The nearby shops and restaurants cater for nearly every taste, with an emphasis on 'Old Fashioned GOOD personal service', - and as you can see, there is ample parking. |
| Just a short drive away, you will find beautiful safe sandy beaches, and more... |
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| this short video is the view of Kirkcudbright Bay from Dhoon Bay, just a five minute drive from Kirkcudbright. The coast just here is gently bathed by the warm Gulf Stream, keeping the climate mild year round. Dhoon Bay is ideal for water sports, fishing and sunbathing. or for just taking a gentle stroll... | |
| If you don't fancy that, the Chambered Cairn at Cairn Holy... is under 10 miles away... a memorable and mystical place. |
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The Orchardton Tower House... is under 12 miles away. An excellent well preserved example of a semi-fortified Manor House... and wherever you go there are the views...
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There are ample attractions in the area to keep everyone
happy... Try the
Galloway Smokehouse on the A75 towards Newton Stewart for some
spectacular smoked food... spoil yourself... go on... you can even
order from them on-line... Or go for a mini
cruise on the river... or into the bay
Visit the most southerly Distillery in Scotland for a soft fragrant taster...
Watch the sailing on Loch Ken... or drive the 'Raiders Road' Forest drive toll road (spectacular with the autumn colours) and look out for the birds of prey... Visit the Creetown Gem Rock Museum... Threave Gardens... (National Trust Scotland) or just kick sand on the beach... a week probably won't be long enough...
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk
