Recreation in Dumfries & Galloway

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES:
With so many wonderful natural resources in the region, from the hilltops to the coast, there are countless opportunities for outdoor activities for all ages and abilities:
hill walking and rambling; cycling and mountain biking; pony trekking and horse riding; orienteering; camping; rock-climbing; golf; fishing and shooting; bird watching; wildlife studies; botany and geology studies; painting and drawing; swimming; sailing; water-skiing; bowling; tennis; etc

INDOOR ACTIVITIES:
There is provision for a number of indoor activities at Leisure Centres in Dumfries, Newton Stewart & Stranraer, which incorporate swimming pools and sports halls. Kirkcudbright and Castle Douglas also have public Swimming Pools.
Clubs and classes in Yoga, Tai Chi, Keep Fit, Karate, Archery, Badminton, Tambourelli, Ice skating, etc.

CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS:
Galleries & Studios;
Libraries & Museums;
Cinemas & Theatres;
Festivals - Books, Arts, Crafts, Food, Music, Drama - in various locations throughout the region, throughout the year;
Agricultural Shows

More information can be obtained from the VisitScotlandD&G website..

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