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Eight Secret Gems To Visit On Your Dumfries & Galloway Holiday
Dumfries and Galloway’s idyllic countryside and stunning coastline are guaranteed to give you and your family the best summer experience this year. There are plenty of activities to get involved with as well as a number of secret gems to explore on your Dumfries and Galloway holiday. Whether you’re parked up beside the beach in your touring caravan or relaxing in one of our luxury holiday homes, Sands of Luce Holiday Park is the perfect base for you and your family this summer. A Scottish summer holiday allows you to get back to nature and spend some quality time with your loved ones. There are so many activities and attractions in the area surrounding our Sandhead holiday park and below you can find a list of 8 secret gems that you and your family can visit this summer:
Number 1
Mull of Galloway Lighthouse
Location: Mull of Galloway
Distance from Sands of Luce: 15 miles // 30 min drive
Image source: Derek Ball
On the most southern point of Scotland lies the, still operational, Mull of Galloway Lighthouse which visitors can climb to experience stunning sea views. This makes for an excellent day out and a perfect photo opportunity!
Number 2
Moat Brae
Location: Dumfries
Distance from Sands of Luce: 70 miles // 1 hr 35 min drive
Known as the birthplace of Peter Pan, the recently restored House and Gardens will open to the public in June of this year. The enchanted venue will be holding a number of events and activities for families over the coming months so this is not to be missed this summer!
Number 3
Caerlaverock Castle
Location: Caerlaverock
Distance from Sands of Luce: 78 miles //1 hr 50 min drive
This fairytale location makes for a wonderful day out with the family. The triangular castle is unique in shape and is a popular filming location. In July, you can also experience a medieval jousting tournament, which is a great show as well as a way to get to experience some history.
Number 4
Dunskey Castle
Location: Portpatrick
Distance from Sands of Luce: 10 miles // 20 min drive
On the most southern point of Scotland lies the, still operational, Mull of Galloway Lighthouse which visitors can climb to experience stunning sea views. This makes for an excellent day out and a perfect photo opportunity!
Number 5
Moat Brae
Location: Dumfries
Distance from Sands of Luce: 70 miles // 1 hr 35 min drive
For those slightly more adventurous days, why not visit Laggan Outdoor? They have a huge range of activities available, such as zip lines, clay pigeon shooting, segway tours, archery and water balling – definitely something for everyone!
Number 6
Grey Mares Tail Nature Reserve
Location: Moffat
Distance from Sands of Luce: 101 miles // 2hr 20 min drive
Slightly further afield, this nature reserve is simply stunning and is well worth the trip. The Grey Mares Tail refers to the waterfall in the reserve which looks like the tail of a grey horse and is an excellent photo opportunity if you get the chance.
Number 7
The Cocoa Bean Company
Location: Twynholm
Distance from Sands of Luce: 45 miles // 58 min drive
If you have a sweet tooth, why not head out to The Cocoa Bean Company in Twynholm. There are a number of interactive workshops for children (and adults!) to participate in, where they can mould and decorate chocolate to their heart’s content.
Number 8
Stunning Countryside
Location: Dumfries & Galloway
Distance from Sands of Luce: 0 miles +
This isn’t much of a secret but it certainly is a gem! The area of Dumfries and Galloway is known for its beautiful countryside. With several walking routes for every ability, why not explore the vast area fully?
Choose Sands of Luce on Your Dumfries and Galloway Holiday
Wherever you choose to visit this summer, be sure to make Sands of Luce your place to stay! Our family-friendly Luce Bay holiday park is situated right next to seven miles of golden sands, and if you choose beachside touring, you can wake up right amongst the sand dunes. These are highly sought after spots, so be sure to book soon to avoid disappointment!
If you’d prefer to have a roof over your head, why not opt for one of our luxury holiday homes? This fleet of static caravans are new for 2019 and are positioned perfectly to give our guests wonderful views over Luce Bay.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Sands of Luce Holiday Park this summer! Get in touch today to book your stay.