Food & Accommodation: Dumfriesshire
Ewes Water Caravan & Camping Park (Langholm)
A peaceful family-friendly camping and touring site that is part of Langholm Rugby Club, surrounded by woodland with the Ewes Water river alongside. There are grass pitches and hardstanding pitches with EcoGrid bases, used as permeable paving. Each pitch allows a maximum of six people with an optional electric hook up, and there is plenty of space for all. (text and image credit: Ewes Water Caravan and Camping Park).
The Globe Inn (Dumfries)
A historic inn (dating from 1610) situated just off Dumfries High Street, the Globe was a ‘favourite howff’ of Robert Burns. Enjoy a leisurely luncheon or a delicious evening meal in its atmospheric restaurant (where food is prepared by Michelin-experienced chefs). Sample a range of over 150 malt whiskies, with the Globe meanwhile also reputed for its good beer and cocktails.
Newark Farm Caravan Site (Sanquhar)
Situated amidst tranquil countryside in Upper Nithsdale, Newark Farm offers pitches for caravans on its certified site in addition to bed & breakfast and self-catering accommodation. (image credit: Newark Farm).
Newbridge Country Park (Dumfries)
Surrounded by nature, Newbridge Country Park is the perfect place to get away from it all and explore all that this magical corner of South West Scotland has to offer. Caravan and camping pitches available, adults only. Good central location from where to explore the region. (image credit: Lusso Parks).
Powfoot Hotel and Del Amitri Restaurant (nr Annan)
Facing the sandy Powfoot beach, and with stunning views across the Solway Firth to the Lake District, this historic 3-star boutique hotel moreover boasts the award-winning Del Amitri Restaurant.
Woodland House Hotel
A Georgian mansion house now operating as a family-run 4-star hotel, in a picturesque setting only a few miles from Dumfries town. Noted restaurant, and well-tended gardens. (image credit: Woodland House Hotel).