Dumfries and Galloway

Scotland

The Devorgilla Bridge and Dumfries in Scotland
The Devorgilla Bridge and Dumfries in Scotland
United Kingdom
My wife and I discovered this wonderful location totally by accident. Saw a sign off the picturesque A702 and thought we would check it out by traveling up a very narrow road for a mile or so. There is also a nature trail around the lake showing local habitat ( 2 miles approx) and great picture opps. Magical!
We drove down this scenic valley from Wanlockhead Village on the B797 alongside the almost empty river bed. Signs along the river reminded visitors that these were the spawning grounds for salmon and not to lift the stones out of the river.

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One of the oldest standing bridges in Scotland crosses the River Nith in Dumfries.Devorgilla Bridge is also sometimes known as Devorgilla's Bridge or the Old Bridge and is named after Devorgilla, Lady of Galloway,the mother of King John Balliol.
Dumfries
Known for Friendly people, Historical and Castle
Experience the history, castle, and museums in Dumfries!

Reasons to visit

  • Caerlaverock Castle
  • Sweetheart Abbey
  • New Abbey Corn Mill
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One of my seascape pictures of this amazing coastline
Castle Douglas
Known for Historical, Castle and Islands
Explore Castle Douglas: its castle, island views, temples, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Lock Ken
  • Threave Castle
  • Threave Garden
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Cool spot to sit and listen
Stranraer
Known for Ferries and boats, Ports and Small town
Trip time! Discover the countryside, archaeology, and seaside in upscale Stranraer.

Reasons to visit

  • Mull of Galloway Lighthouse
  • Stranraer Museum
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Blue hour at Shoreham Port
Moffat
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Small town
Experience quaint Moffat: its adventures, golf, coffee, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall
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The bridge over the River Dee at Kirkcudbright was built in 1926 by the engineers Mouchel. It provided a direct route west out of the town, rather than having to head north via Tongland Bridge first. However, old maps suggest that there may have been an earlier bridge on the site. The bridge is a massive 5 span reinforced concrete structure, where each span is supported by tied arch trusses overhead. Unlike many other similar structures, the arches are not tied across the carriageway, mainly because they are too shallow to then allow traffic through! Below the spans the piers are paired and while only two stand in the river at low tide, at high tide all are partially submerged. The bridge is signed as a Weak Bridge with a 17T weight limit, and for some unknown reason, has Wig-Wag signs at either end.
Kirkcudbright
Known for Monuments, Ruins and Art
Trip time! Discover the monuments, ruins, and castle in relaxing Kirkcudbright.

Reasons to visit

  • Broughton House
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Beautiful place to visit and if you’re lucky you might get to meet these beautiful boys
Newton Stewart
Known for Bars, Beer and Horseback riding
Escape to relaxing Newton Stewart! Enjoy its beer, horseback riding, and forests.
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