Gelston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kirkland of Gelston From Kerbers fort
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Kirkland of Gelston From Kerbers fort
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Kerbers Hill fort The remains of the drystone wall surrounding this fort are easily seen. The fort sits atop the ridge, and the entire upland area is littered with remains of other fortified sites.
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Boreland of Kelton Homestead Moat Archaeological site of the remains of a moated homestead site, possibly connected with the Cistercian monks at Dundrennan. The moat runs east in a semi-circle from the green feed bucket by the stone dyke.
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Torglass hill View from B736
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Holiday Inn Dumfries by IHG

Holiday Inn Dumfries by IHG

3 out of 5
The Crichton, Bankend Road Dumfries Scotland
The price is ฿2,646 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿2,646
฿3,175 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dumfries. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (612 reviews)
Great location and all staff very friendly and protester all times. Nice dinner at hotel Large clean rooms with everything you need

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Dumfries by IHG
Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course

Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course

4 out of 5
Cally Avenue Castle Douglas Scotland
The price is ฿2,864 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
฿2,864
฿3,437 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Castle Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (403 reviews)
Nice people

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course
Aberdour Guest House

Aberdour Guest House

3 out of 5
16-20 NEWALL TERRACE Dumfries Scotland
The price is ฿2,146 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
฿2,146
฿2,575 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Dumfries. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (168 reviews)
Clean, comfortable, excellent budget stay.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Aberdour Guest House
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Kestrel Lodge

Kestrel Lodge

3.5 out of 5
Dumfries Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Dumfries. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions 7stanes - Mabie and Mabie Forest Park are located nearby.
Kestrel Lodge
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Popular places to visit

A wee burdy

Threave Castle

4.5/5(14 reviews)

After visiting Threave Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Castle Douglas. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Threave Castle
Red kite on the red kite trail at bellymack farm

Lock Ken

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lock Ken, a lovely green space in Castle Douglas. While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Lock Ken
Threave Garden

Threave Garden

5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Threave Garden, a lovely green space in Castle Douglas. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Threave Garden

Galloway Forest Park

5/5(31 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Galloway Forest Park, a lovely green space in Castle Douglas. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Galloway Forest Park

Mossyard Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mossyard Beach during your travels in Castle Douglas? Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.

Mossyard Beach

Clatteringshaws Loch

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Clatteringshaws Loch during your travels in Castle Douglas. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples while you're in the area.

Clatteringshaws Loch

Things to do

Murrays Canyon

Newton Stewart, Canyoning Adventure at Murrays Canyon

฿4,195
per adult
Newton Stewart, Canyoning Adventure at Murrays Canyon
Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience

Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience

฿2,727
per adult
Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience
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