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Drumlanrig Castle & Art Collection

Exploring Arts & Culture in Dumfries & Galloway

The whole region of South West Scotland offers a wonderful variety of arts and culture for all to enjoy. It has been home to many creative talents including the poet Robert Burns, author JM Barrie, cultural theorist Charles Jencks, superb artists and so many more. It is also rich in heritage with many historical sites

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Ross Bay - Local Area Interactive Map

Interactive Guest Map of the Local Area for Ross Bay Retreat

We are delighted to share with you our ‘Guest Guide & Interactive Map’. This informative guide map of the southern area of Dumfries & Galloway helps bring the area to life. It showcases where everything can be found in relation to our holiday cottages and designed to help inspire guests with ideas and make their

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Kirkcudbright Artists

8 Great Places to Visit & Experience in & around Ross Bay & Kirkcudbright

Looking to do something a little different on holiday? There are so many wonderful places to visit when you are staying on holiday at Ross Bay Retreat in and around Kirkcudbright. Explore some of our fascinating towns, pretty villages, local historic sights, cultural and fun activities. Below are eight great places to visit, explore, experience

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We also have a...

We also have a Country Escape
in Yorkshire

Overdale Cottage is a cosy pet friendly cottage in the charming village of Harome, 3 miles from the Helmsley on the edge of the North York Moors National Park.

Visit the Helmsley Hideaway website >

Coast and Country Escape in one,
South West Scotland

Destination Balcary is a self catering holiday house in Dumfries and Galloway, with breathtaking scenery when you wish to stay in a place like no other...

Visit the Destination Balcary website >