REVIEWS
SEE, DO, EAT and 2025 EVENTS
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Here is a guide to just some of the Things to See and Do in Dumfries and Galloway
Please feel free to download the guide.
There is definitely something for everyone.
2025 Kirkcudbright Summer Events
Dates for your diaries
Farmers and Producers Market 4th Sunday of the month (until November)
Car Boot Sale 2nd Sunday of the month (until September)
The Gralloch Cycle Race (Gravel Bike Race) 17th May
Buckland Burn up - 1/2 marathon and fun run 24th May
Steampunk Weekend 7th and 8th June
Jazz Festival 12th June until 15th June
South of Scotland Horse Trials 14th and 15th June
Summer Vintage Fair 21st and 22nd June
Kite Picnic 6th July
Kirkcudbright Pipe Band Night 10th July
Town Walk every Tuesday 15th July to 19th August
Church Yard Walks every Wednesday 16th July to 20th August
Scottish Night every Thursday 17th July to 21st August
Riding of the Marches 18th July
Kirkcudbright Country Fair 19th and 20th July
KBT Youth Project Family Fun Day 26th July
Arts and Crafts Trail 1st to 4th August
Maggie's Tour 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd August
Rotary Cycle Sportif 9th August
The Grand Parade 16th August
Moat Brae Fun Day 16th August
Floodlit Tattoo and Fireworks 23rd August
Big Weekend Vintage Fair 23rd and 24th August
Classic Car Rally 24th August
Rotary Duck Race 31st August
Kirkcudbright Fringe 4th to 7th September
Autumn Plant Fair 7th September
Car Boot Sale 14th September
Kite Festival 20th and 21st September
Car Show 21st September
Lantern Making Workshops 27th and 28th September
Autumn Festival (of light) and Fireworks 4th October
Halloween Trail 31st October
BEDROOMS
THISTLE / GREEN ROOM
A medium sized room which has its own private bathroom directly across the hallway. The private bathroom has facilities for those less mobile.
This room can be set as a King size double or as a Twin.
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I recommend you purchase holiday insurance.
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Please familiarise yourself with the Ts and Cs.
CORNFLOWER / PURPLE ROOM
This is the smallest bedroom located at the back of the house. It has a gorgeous view over the town and river.
This room is a King size double and has its own en-suite shower room (no bath).
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I recommend you purchase holiday insurance.
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Please familiarise yourself with the Ts and Cs.
BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITONS
Please view and read carefully the Terms and Conditions of booking. The act of selecting dates and a room IS 'confirmation' of a booking and becomes the subject of any Cancellation or No Show conditions and means you agree to all of the Ts and Cs. This includes when I manually book the date(s) and room(s) on your behalf and when you book via an Online Booking Agent. Not reading Ts and Cs does not mean they do not apply.
RELAXATION
Guest Lounge
The Guest Lounge is found at the back of the house where there is a large picture window to show-off the stunning view of the River Dee and the town.
To enhance the experience and your comfort, both ends of the leather sofa recline.
Also available is a guest fridge. Here you will find complimentary bottled water and the milk for your room tea tray. It is also Ok to store anything you need here as well.
ABOUT
WELCOME
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The area of Dumfries and Galloway is a less travelled gem of Scotland and the UK but there is an abundance of walks, cycle trails and local activities, with a multitude of events, for you to discover and enjoy. Close by are beautiful beaches and woods to take a stroll in quiet reflection.
The perfect location of this B&B ensures you can enjoy peace and tranquillity in a relaxing atmosphere whilst still only being a short walk into the delightful town of Kirkcudbright (pronounced kur-coo-bree) and in a prime position to explore Dumfries and Galloway.
I would like to extend a very warm welcome to my home, Barrhill Woods Bed and Breakfast. My B&B enjoys an elevated position above this gorgeous harbour town just below Barrhill Woods. The location means you can enjoy stunning views of the River Dee and the town from the guest lounge or the guest sun room.
The bright blue bungalow affords elegant comfort in recently renovated bedrooms, with a choice of either en-suite bathrooms or one with a private bathroom which is set up with facilities for those who have mobility impairments.
My name is Dee and I live in this stunning corner of Scotland with my two dogs and cat (who have limited access to the guest areas).
The wildlife in the area is varied, so it pays to stop and listen, you never know what you may see. In Barrhill Woods there is a wildlife hide, free to visit, with many species to observe, if you are lucky you may see the cute red squirrels.
The town has an abundance of independent local shops and many galleries to peruse, I would highly recommend a wander around.
You are also welcome to just sit in the guest lounge or sunroom to rest your weary body and mind and recharge your batteries.
If you are the creative type, it could very well be a place to work on your next project, whatever that may be.
If adventure and exploring is what you enjoy there are many, many places to find.
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I look forward to welcoming you.
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DIRECTIONS
Kirkcudbright is located 5.5 miles off the A75 on the A711.
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FOR SAT NAV:
ONLY enter Post Code DG6 4BP and 9.Woodlands Avenue. Kirkcudbright. DO NOT PUT IN THE NAME OF THE B&B!
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FROM CASTLE DOUGLAS DIRECTION:
Follow the road over the bridge and on into the town. You will be driving on the A711 which turns into Saint Mary's Street.
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FROM STRANRAER DIRECTION:
If you are coming from the direction of Stranraer, head along the A75 until you see a sign for Kirkcudbright. Follow the road into the town. You will come over the River Dee on Bridge Street. Drive to the end of Bridge Street. Turn right. You will now be travelling on Saint Mary's Street.
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REST OF DIRECTIONS FROM CASTLE DOUGLAS AND STRANRAER:
Travelling on Saint Mary's Street, drive past the large church (St. Cuthberts) which will be on the right hand side.
A short distance past the church, you will come to a crossroads, on the left is Saint Mary's Place, which has sign posts for The Health Centre, and a brown sign for Silver Craig's caravan park. Take this left turn.
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Follow the road up the hill and round the left hand bend. Shortly after there is a road on the right, This is Woodlands Avenue.
the B&B is number 9, and is located on the right side of the road. It is a bright blue bungalow.
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FULL DIRECTIONS FROM DALBEATTIE/DUNDRENNAN DIRECTION:
Follow the signs to Kirkcudbright. You will come into town on the A711.
You will drive past a sign welcoming you to Kirkcudbright The Artists Town. Take the next right. Then take the immediate right Selkirk. Follow this, past a road on left - Seggies and follow road round left bend and up the steep Rossway Hill.
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Follow all the way up, as road flattens out, follow road to the left, you are now on Woodlands Avenue.
Barrhill Woods B&B is number 9, and is located on the left side of the road. It is a bright blue bungalow.