Walking in Dumfries and Galloway
Walking the Southern Upland Way in Dumfries and Galloway
The Southern Upland Way passes close to the hotel and there is a pick-up and set down scheme for those walkers wishing to stay with us. There is also a local initiative underway to create a path network throughout the Glenkens.
The Southern Upland Way is Britain’s first official coast to coast long distance footpath. It runs 212 miles (340 kms) from Portpatrick on the south-west coast of Scotland to Cockburnspath on the eastern seaboard.
It offers superb and varied walking country, still undiscovered by many enthusiasts. The Way provides a real challenge for the experienced walker, yet some of the shorter stretches are suitable for families and the less ambitious.
The Southern Uplands have been heavily sculpted and rounded by the effects of glaciation to leave a series of gently rolling hills with occasional rocky outcrops. There are no summits above 3000ft (914m), but over 80 rise above 2000ft (610m), offering some fine hill walking.
The text was obtained from the Official Southern Upland Way miniweb on Dumfries and Galloway Council Website
Explore the area while staying at The Ken Bridge or Rowan Cottage
The Ken Bridge Hotel and Rowan Cottage are ideally situated enabling you to explore the whole of Dumfries and Galloway.
Dumfries and Galloway has so much to offer from Castles and Historic attractions to numerous outdoor activities. Here are just a few to help you choose when planning your holiday.
Castles and Historic Attractions
Dumfries & Galloway
Gardens in Dumfries and Galloway
Blessed by beautiful gardens.
Museums & Visitor Centres
In Dumfries & Galloway
Outlander and
Sam Heughan
Sam's Homeland
Walking
In Dumfries & Galloway
Bird Watching
in Dumfries & Galloway
Cycling
Dumfries & Galloway is great for cycling
Golf
Golf in Dumfries & Galloway
Fishing
Fishing near The Ken Bridge
Horse riding
In Dumfries & Galloway
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities not too far from the Ken Bridge Hotel
Shooting
Shooting, Stalking & Clay Pigeon in Dumfries & Galloway
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