Population 3700. Castle Douglas lies off the main A75 road from Dumfries to Stranraer (the Castle is called Threave). It is an important centre for a large part of rural Galloway. There have been settlements here for many hundred of yearand from the early 1600s the town prospered as it lay on the route of the road built by James I to Portpatrick to support the migration to Ulster. In 1792 after Sir William Douglas laid out a new village on the site of the old one. Today's street plan has changed little since. The main thoroughfare is King Street and its most outstanding feature is the large octagonal clock tower built in 1935. An excellent centre for touring this vast rural area Castle Douglas can boast delights of its own with good hotels, Inns and B&B's and stunning attractions like Threave Gardens, run by the National Trust for Scotland.
Attraction
Brewery Sulwath Brewers Ltd
Cardoness Castle
Castle Douglas Art Gallery
Cream O' Galloway
Mill on the Fleet
Old Buittle Tower
Orchardton Tower
Threave Castle
Threave Estate & Garden
Camping
Lochside Caravan & Camping Site
Classes
Cottage
Dentist
Doctor
Estate Agent
Golf Club
Castle Douglas Golf Club
New Galloway Golf Club
Holiday Park
Inn
Imperial HotelMarket Inn Hotel
Murray Arms Hotel
Pub and Bar
Crown Hotel
Douglas Arms Hotel
Kings Arms Hotel
Thistle Inn
Restaurant
Carlo's
Crown Hotel
Designs
Douglas Arms Hotel
Grapes (The)
Heather
Jade Palace
Lounge Restaurant @ The Cross Keys
Merrick
School
Castle Douglas High School
Castle Douglas Primary School
Gelston Primary School
Hardgate Primary School
Solicitor
Gillespie Giffard & Brown
Williamson & Henry
Taxi
Herdsman Taxis
McPhillips Taxis
Springholm Taxis
Vet
Sports Clubs
Castle Douglas Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Shops
Flowers X-Press
Albaherbs
Paws 4 Claws
Stark Chemist
D Little
D E Shoes
James Kirk & Sons
Clience Studio
Cream O’ Galloway Dairy Co. Ltd
Sunrise Wholefoods
The Galloway Ecostore
Activities
Southern Upland Way(Walking)
Places to Stay near Castle Douglas
Douglas House (0.08 miles)
Providing high quality bed and breakfast accommodation and a traditional Scottish breakfast in Castle Douglas. Visitors to this beautiful area of South West Scotland will find ... More
Imperial Hotel (0.11 miles)
This friendly hotel is situated in the centre of Castle Douglas, with a location ideal for fishing, walking, cycling, golfing and relaxation.
The Imperial Hotel offers 3 bars, a private car park, a pool room with ... More
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Market Inn Hotel (0.18 miles)
Stylishly decorated, tastefully furnished and renovated to a high standard, the Market Inn Hotel is situated in the heart of Castle Douglas, famous for its impressive cuisine. Stylish and contemporary throughout, the ... More
Douglas Arms Hotel (0.36 miles)
The Douglas Arms Hotel in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland has some of its stabling still intact. The coaching credentials and the hotels' reputation for hospitality is well known. Situated in Castle Douglas, close to the ... More | visit website
Urr Valley Hotel (0.90 miles)
The Urr Valley Hotel is a long established country house hotel set in 12 acres of mature woodland and gardens. With its stunning views across the Dumfries and Galloway countryside, it ... More
The Old Station House (2.62 miles)
Dalbeattie Guest House (3.84 miles)
Detached family villa, all rooms enjoy an open aspect. Guests can relax in the attractively landscaped secluded garden. Ideal base for exploring the Dumfries and Galloway coastline. Ideal for walking, ... More
Kerr Cottage (4.12 miles)
Kerr Cottage is a delightful typically Scottish detached property situated on the edge of the granite town of Dalbeattie. Although it was built 165 years ago, it has been lovingly ... More
The Pheasant Hotel (4.29 miles)
Previously known as The Commercial and the Galloway Arms the Pheasant Hotel now offers excellent accommodation for visitors to the Dalbeattie area looking for a practical and comfortable base from ... More
Trewan B&B (4.58 miles)
In addition to cyclists, Trewan is ideal for ... More | visit website
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