Discover Newton Stewart – Dumfries And Galloway
The beautiful market town of Newton Stewart – Dumfries and Galloway, is situated in the centre of the region of Galloway. The region has one of the biggest British forest parks, with miles of forest, lochs, moorland and hills surrounded by a range of picturesque mountains, farmland and coastal areas.
If you are travelling to the holiday town then it is within easy reach of rail and ferry, with a local bus service to complete your journey. Prestwick is the closest airport to the area.
Popular with hill walkers, the area has some magnificent scenery, which can also be enjoyed by people out for a gentle walk. While strolling through the countryside you have the chance to see and learn about all the wonderful plants and wildlife that live in the exquisite surroundings. The picturesque landscapes make the town a big hit with photographers who visit the area to add to their portfolios. The many rivers offer a variety of fish for anglers to enjoy their sport.
The forest park offers many varied activities for visitors. Throughout the year the parks organisers arrange many different events from sporting activities to nature watching. So whether your preference is mountain biking or bat watching, you are sure to find an activity to keep you busy.
Pathways have been constructed through the splendid surroundings, these pathways are suitable for walkers and cyclists to experience the beautiful surroundings. There are also many sporting activities available locally, these include tennis, a golf course and bowling. If you wish to take up a new sport, there is mountain balling and various water sports including kayaking and water skiing to enjoy.
For the tourist looking to relax and unwind, the town offers museums and a cinema that is owned by the community. The cinema has an attractive art deco appearance, which is also home to the towns theatre. The forest park has visitor centres where various events are held during the year, or visit the cafe where you can relax with a cup of coffee. It is also a lovely area to take a drive and enjoy the sightseeing, taking in all the breathtaking scenery and nature the region offers.
For shopping in the town, there are a lot of well known High Street shops available as well as locally owned stores, including an angling centre, bakers and a shop offering bike hire. For outdoor sports, there are two shops offering outdoor clothing and equipment.
The local town of Barraer has a farming museum, where you can learn about the history of farming. You will find a collection of farming tools and equipment from over the years and find out how it works. For book loving tourists, the nearby town of Wigtown will be an interesting place to visit.
