Dalbeattie Visitor Guide
Plan your stay with our guide to local shops, places to eat, forest walks, 7stanes trails and things to do near Woodside Farm.
What’s on locally?
Find current events, activities and things happening near Dalbeattie. Google’s listings change regularly, so check the details before you travel.
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Check Our Calendar
Check dates for a one-night stay or longer. Check-in is from 2:00 pm and check-out is by 11:00 am.
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Email James to Book Direct
Email your dates, or use the contact form to arrange a direct booking.
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Use the Contact Form
Tell us your dates and whether you will bring small dogs.
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Browse our Gallery
See the room, house and surroundings.
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Read our Guest Reviews
Read recent guest feedback.
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Our Facebook
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See photos and local updates.
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FAQ
Answers to common questions about your stay.
Getting Here
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Map
Find Woodside Farm and plan your route.
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What 3 Words
Use our precise location reference.
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Give us a call
Get directions or ask a question.
You've Arrived
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Welcome & Host Q&A
Read the original welcome page with James’s answers to common questions.
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Digital Welcome Pack
Open the convenient guide for arrival, house information and local recommendations.
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What's On Locally
See current events and activities near Dalbeattie.
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House Rules
Please read before your stay.
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Short-Term Lets License
View our current licence details.
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Services
Find out what we offer guests.
Local Favourites
A few useful local places to shop, eat and enjoy while you’re staying in Dalbeattie, Castle Douglas and the surrounding area.
Shop Local
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Dalbeattie Post Office
Post office and postal services in town.
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Co-op
Food
Everyday groceries and essentials.
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This N That
Local shop for household items and gifts.
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Spar
Convenience shopping and essentials.
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Dalbeattie Books
Local bookshop in the town centre.
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Supersave
Local convenience store.
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H & R McKenzie
Local shop and services in Dalbeattie.
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Londis
Convenience shopping and everyday essentials.
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M. McCowan & Son
Local shop and household supplies.
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Barry’s Butchers
Local butcher.
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Isobel Florence Bridal
Bridalwear and wedding services.
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Flowers For You
Local flowers and gifts.
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MPG Cycles Paterson & Parker Ltd
Cycles, repairs and cycling equipment.
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Dalbeattie Garden Centre
Plants, gardening supplies and gifts.
Food & Drink
Dalbeattie
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Brambles Cafe
Fresh food and coffee beside Dalbeattie Forest.
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The Olive Tree Coffee Shop
Coffee, lunches, cakes and afternoon tea at Dalbeattie Garden Centre.
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The Birchtree Hotel
Hotel, bar and restaurant in Dalbeattie.
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The Ship Inn
Local pub and restaurant in Dalbeattie.
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Bainloch
Bistro at Bainloch Deer Park.
Castle Douglas
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Street Lights Coffee House
Coffee, light lunches and home-baked cakes.
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King’s Arms Courtyard Restaurant
Restaurant in the centre of Castle Douglas.
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The Market Inn
Hotel restaurant and bar meals in Castle Douglas.
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Sambuca
Mediterranean food, tapas and pizza in Castle Douglas.
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Designs Cafe
Coffee, cakes and lunches in Castle Douglas.
Kippford & the Solway Coast
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The Anchor Hotel, Kippford
Waterside bar and restaurant in Kippford.
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The Mariner Hotel, Kippford
Waterside pub and restaurant in Kippford.
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The Steamboat Inn
Coastal dining at Carsethorn.
Further towards Dumfries
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Kilnford Farm Shop & Restaurant
Farm shop and restaurant near Dumfries.
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Loch Arthur Farm Shop & Café
Farm shop and café near Beeswing.
Explore Dalbeattie and the Surrounding Area
Use Dalbeattie as a base for local attractions, family days out, coastal walks, forests and historic places. Please check each attraction’s current opening times, seasonal access and booking requirements before travelling.
Near Dalbeattie
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Rocks & Wheels
Cycling, bouldering and community activities in Dalbeattie.
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Rockcliffe
Coastal walks, wildlife, Rough Island and the Mote of Mark.
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Sandyhills Bay
Sandy beach, rock pools and coastal walks along the Colvend Coast.
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Balcary to Rascarrel Walk
A coastal walk with clifftop views around Balcary Point and Rascarrel Bay.
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The Muckle Walk, Kippford
A circular coastal and forest walk with views over the Urr estuary.
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Threave Garden & Nature Reserve
Gardens, wildlife, walks and nature near Castle Douglas.
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Colliston Park
Central Dalbeattie park with a playground, putting green and boating lake.
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Dalbeattie Golf Club
A local course for golfers visiting the area.
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Thai Massage Room & Spa
Treatments and relaxation in Dalbeattie.
Family days out
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Ernespie Farm
Farm activities, indoor and outdoor play, café and garden centre.
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Mabie Farm Park
Animals, indoor play and outdoor farm activities near Dumfries.
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Dalscone Farm Fun
Indoor soft play, animals, outdoor attractions, café and toy shop.
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Galloway Activity Centre
Water sports and outdoor activities at Loch Ken.
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Bainloch Deer Park
A countryside attraction with deer and outdoor space.
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Barend Riding Centre
Horse riding and outdoor activities near Dalbeattie.
Forests and dark skies
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Dalbeattie Forest & Town Wood
Walking, cycling, woodland trails and Plantain Loch.
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7Stanes: Dalbeattie
Mountain-bike trails through Dalbeattie Forest.
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Plantain Loch
A peaceful loch and woodland highlight near town.
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Galloway Forest Park
Forest drives, walking, cycling, wildlife and lochside scenery.
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Otter Pool, Raiders’ Road
A riverside picnic spot along the Raiders’ Road Forest Drive.
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Galloway International Dark Sky Park
Explore one of the UK’s best areas for stargazing.
Castles, heritage and culture
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Dalbeattie Museum Trust
Local history, granite heritage and community stories.
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Threave Castle
Island castle reached by passenger boat near Castle Douglas.
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Sweetheart Abbey
Historic abbey at New Abbey.
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Caerlaverock Castle
Distinctive triangular medieval castle near Dumfries.
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Drumlanrig Castle
Castle, gardens, adventure playground and estate walks.
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Broughton House & Garden
Art, history and gardens in Kirkcudbright.
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Dumfries & Galloway Aviation Museum
Aviation history and exhibits near Dumfries.