Fishing
There is a current Tide Table and Tide Clock in the cottage. Carrick is a popular fishing spot and there’s every chance guests will encounter fellow fishermen, enjoy a chat and pick up some tips.
Recreational Sea Angling – Solway Firth Partnership
FishPal – Book Salmon Fishing in Galloway
Wildlife
There are lots of places to enjoy the wildlife locally and slightly further afield. We have laminated Field Studies Council guides and lightweight binoculars for guests to take out and about, as well as the local Ordnance Survey maps.
- Dumfries & Galloway – SWSEIC
- Galloway Kite Trail, Castle Douglas – Nature Centres & Reserves | VisitScotland
- Galloway Forest Park | Forestry and Land Scotland
- WWT Caerlaverock | WWT
- Cairnsmore of Fleet NNR – Visiting the reserve | NatureScot
Golf
Birds’ Nest is an ideal retreat for golfers, with a range of courses on the doorstep.
- Dumfries & Galloway – Best In Region Golf Courses
Sailing / Kayaking
Carrick Bay is a popular place to launch boats, kayaks and paddleboards during warmer weather. Wild-swimmers enjoy the water all year round (at their own risk, with suitable equipment)
Heritage
Planning your visit | National Trust for Scotland
Cally Palace Hotel and Golf Course
Gatehouse-of-Fleet Visitor Guide – Accommodation, Things To Do & More | VisitScotland
UNESCO Biosphere – Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere
Local Producers
Depending on when you book, it is possible to order food and gifts via the Galloway Food Hub. The website can be used to shop for a whole range of Galloway produce and have it delivered to nearby Gatehouse of Fleet for collection.
Deliciously Good! | Cream o’ Galloway
Galloway Food Hub
Where to Buy Our Flowers – Galloway Flowers
Handcrafted in our studio – Apothecally
Welcome to Clience Studio: Angela Lawrence – Clience Studio