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Things to do

Kirkcudbright Swimming Pool

If you are looking for a fun and healthy activity in Kirkcudbright, you might want to check out the Kirkcudbright Swimming Pool. This is a public swimming pool that opened in 1997 and offers a variety of facilities and services for all ages and abilities.

The pool measures 20m x 8.5m and has a water depth of 0.9m to 1.5m. The water temperature is usually 29°C, but it is heated to 30°C on Sundays for family time. You can also hire or buy equipment such as swimming costumes, goggles, arm bands, baby rings, and towels.

The pool also has a gym and fitness suite, a coffee shop, and a spectator area with self-service tea and coffee facilities. You do not need to book a swim, but you can check the timetable before calling to see the special sessions for different groups of people, such as over 50s, babies, and beginners.

The pool is accessible for wheelchair users and has ramps, hoists, and changing/shower facilities with direct access to the poolside.

Kirkcudbright Swimming Pool is a great place to have fun, exercise, and learn new skills in a safe and clean environment. You can find more information on their website:- www.kirkcudbrightswimmingpool.co.uk

Barrhill Woods

If you are looking for a place to enjoy nature, you might want to visit the Barrhill Woods in Kirkcudbright. These woods are a mixed woodland of broadleaves and conifers, just above Silvercraigs Caravan Park. You can take a pleasant circular walk among the trees, which are especially pretty in late spring when bluebells cover the ground . You can also spot some wildlife, such as blackbirds, thrushes, woodpeckers and red squirrels . The woods have a small free car park, but you can also walk up from the town if you want to extend your adventure. The woodland walk is about one mile long, so it is ideal for young children or anyone who wants a short stroll. The Barhill Woods are a great place to get some inspiration and relax in a natural setting.

Discover beaches

There are several beaches near Kirkcudbright that you can discover, such as The Dhoon, Brighouse Bay and Carrick Shore. Each one has its own charm and character, and offers a different experience of the Scottish seaside. Whether you are looking for adventure, relaxation or inspiration, you will find it in the beaches near Kirkcudbright.

The Dhoon
Brighouse Bay
Carrick Shore

Visit Kirkcudbright

Kirkcudbright is a charming town in the south west of Scotland, known for its artistic heritage and scenic harbour. It is the only town on the Solway coast with a working harbour, and it has a colourful mix of medieval, Georgian and Victorian buildings. Kirkcudbright became a magnet for Scottish artists in the late 19th century, and is now called The Artists’ Town because of this association . Some of the attractions in Kirkcudbright include MacLellan’s Castle, a ruined 16th century tower house by the harbourside, Broughton House, a Georgian townhouse that was once the home of the artist Edward Hornel, and Tolbooth Art Centre and Harbour Cottage Gallery, where you can see exhibitions of local and national artists . Kirkcudbright also has a lively events calendar, with festivals, markets, tours and shows throughout the year. You can enjoy the local produce, independent shops and places to eat around the town, as well as the beautiful coastal countryside, ideal for cycling, walking, fishing and sailing . Kirkcudbright is a great place to visit if you are looking for inspiration, relaxation and adventure in Scotland’s south west.

See Kirkcudbright website for more information and a calendar of upcoming events:- www.kirkcudbright.town