With the county sitting on the southern border in the west of Scotland, holidays in Kirkcudbrightshire focus on a picturesque region incorporating both dramatic coastline and rural countryside. Quiet, tranquil and scenic, Kirkcudbrightshire holidays display a stunning natural beauty, with the combination of seaside towns, secluded beaches, rolling hillsides and ancient ruins all setting the scene for a relaxing UK holidays in the Dumfries and Gallway region in Southern Scotland.   

 

The town of Kirkcudbright makes an excellent base for a Kirkcudbrightshire holiday, with its attractive centre holding a simple yet appealing charm. With Kirkcudbright an established 'Artist's Town' since the last century, thanks to its exceptional landscape and enviable light quality, the region boasts a rich creative history, with a thriving arts scene and many galleries and exhibitions to view on a Kirkcudbrightshire holiday. Sitting amongst stunning coastal countryside, the fishing town is home to well-preserved streets on the banks of the River Dee, with a castle, colourful marina, quaint shops and cafes, and regular summer festivals and entertainment to enjoy on a holiday in Kirkcudbrightshire. Castle Douglas also makes for a great base for a Kirkcudbrightshire holiday, with this important market town offering a host of historic buildings and convenient facilities, with extensive shops and accommodation options. Holidays in Kirkcudbrightshire include Castle Douglas attractions such as Carlingwark Loch, Threave Castle, Threave Gardens and Estate and the hexagonal Auction Mart. Other places of interest to tour on a Kirkcudbrightshire holiday include Dalbeattie, and the attractive villages of Auchencairn and Gatehouse of Fleet, with historic sites including Orchardton Tower, Cardoness Castle, Carsluith Castle and the Cairnholy Cairns.

Kirkcudbrightshire Holidays - Ideal base for walking, hiking and fishing
Kirkcudbrightshire holidays offer the chance for plenty of touring around South-West Scotland, and discovering a host of charming bed-and-breakfasts and local inns and farmhouses. There are plenty of activities to enjoy on a quiet Kirkcudbrightshire holiday, and include walking, hiking and fishing, as well as cycling, golf and horse riding, with water sports available along the coast.