The Exhibition Centre is a vital source of information about the local area. Much of the exhibition concentrates on the history of local quarries. It also examines the way of life of the local people during 200 years of history. Fishing, mining, quar ...
The Gem Rock is the leading independent museum of its kind in the UK and is renowned worldwide. Owned and run by the Stephenson family it is regarded as one of the finest private collections of gemstones, crystals, minerals, rocks and fossils in Grea ...
These historic gardens, which are currently undergoing restoration, were created in 1740 by Lord Garlies, elder son of the 6th Earl of Galloway and are still maintained according to his original plans as informal pleasure grounds where wild flowers a ...
Glentrool Visitor Centre is the gateway to the Galloway hills, where you can pick up maps and information on the hill ranges. The Merrick, South Scotland's highest mountain at nearly 2,800ft can be climbed from Bruce's Stone. ...
There are waymarked walks and cycle routes including the exciting 7 stanes mountain bike trails and our easy access trail around the pond.
An indoor forest classroom is available by arrangement for schools and groups.
Our extended and improved ...
Set in twelve acres of scenic countryside, the animals are placed in a circular route around the park, taking in a peaceful pondside walk. There are seats and picnic tables, gifts, crafts, cards and toilets. ...
The Wood of Cree is the largest ancient wood in southern Scotland. In spring, the woodland really comes alive, with bluebells on the ground and birdsong in the air. The wood is the perfect place to see willow tits, which are declining in the UK, as w ...