Out and About in Dumfries & Galloway

MILITARY BRIDGES REPURPOSED BY FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND

MILITARY BRIDGES REPURPOSED BY FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND

Forestry and Land Scotland’s (FLS) recycling of two Swedish ex-army bridges has helped cut costs – and conserve a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Sold...

History comes alive at ancient Galloway site

Visitors to the ancient chambered cairn of Boreland in Knockman Wood, Galloway can now step back in time to see how the ruin once...
Thirty Years of Dumfries U3A

Thirty Years of Dumfries U3A

This year the Dumfries branch of the u3a celebrates its official 30th anniversary (an ‘unofficial’ group had formed a couple of years earlier). Part...
Dumfries and Galloway is Falling in Love with its Coastal and Marine Environment

Dumfries and Galloway is Falling in Love with its Coastal and Marine Environment

The Solway Coast and Marine Project's (SCAMP) Wild Winter programme has concluded after engaging more than 400 local people in a journey of coastal...

Guid Nychburris Announce This Years Dates And Attractions

Preparations are well underway for the Guid Nychburris Festival which will take place from Sunday 15th – Saturday 21st June this year. There are...
Drumlanrig Castle & Country Estate Completes Stunning Renovation of Montagu Cottage

Drumlanrig Castle & Country Estate Completes Stunning Renovation of Montagu Cottage

Drumlanrig Castle & Country Estate is delighted to announce the completion of renovations at Montagu Cottage, a charming self-catering property set within the breathtaking...

Last Chance To See Mary, Queen Of Scots Silver Casket In Kirkcudbright

The display of the silver casket believed to have belonged to Mary, Queen of Scots at Kirkcudbright Galleries will come to an end on...
Forestry and Land Scotland’s (FLS) Stay the Night offering destinations than ever before

Forestry & Land Scotland’s (FLS) Stay The Night Offering Destinations Than Ever Before

Forestry and Land Scotland’s (FLS) popular ‘Stay the Night’ scheme will see a record number of car parks made available to visitors for overnight...
HOUSE SPARROW STILL NUMBER 1 AT SCOTLANDS BIG GARDEN BIRDWATCH

House Sparrow Still Number 1 At Scotland’s Big Garden Birdwatch

Over 40,000 people across the Scotland took part this year, counting more than 700,000 birds. House Sparrows retained the top spot for the...
Dumfries Christian Network Announce Holy Week services and events

Dumfries Christian Network Announce Holy Week Services & Events

Mark Smith, Convenor of Dumfries Christian Network says: "The Easter period is a very special time for all Christians, as we remember the incredible sacrifice...