Twynholm Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Doon and old fort West of Twynholm, Dumfries and Galloway. CANMORE ref :http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/64068/details/the+doon+twynholm/
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The Doon and old fort West of Twynholm, Dumfries and Galloway. CANMORE ref :http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/64068/details/the+doon+twynholm/
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Campbelltown Mote Campbelltown Mote is a small double-trenched fort on top of the hillock, best preserved at the north end. The track/footpath below runs from west Twynholm to Campbelton (modern spelling?).
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Old Mill Burn Looking from Ashland towards Twynholm.
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The Red Kite is an increasing sight in the skies above this part of Dumfries and Galloway. A beautiful bird in the late afternoon light #ontheroad #wildlife #scotland #birds

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Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course

Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course

4 out of 5
Cally Avenue Castle Douglas Scotland
The price is NZ$150 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$150
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Castle Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (406 reviews)
Everything was nice the staff to the food it's such a beautiful period build with a good mixture of old and modern. A nice large swimming pool alongside some games for children to keep entertained. Will be back hopefully later this year to finish off my wee tour of D&G

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Cally Palace Hotel & Golf Course
The Ship Inn

The Ship Inn

4 out of 5
1 Fleet Street Castle Douglas Scotland
The price is NZ$231 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$231
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Castle Douglas. Enjoy room service, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Mill on the Fleet and Cardoness Castle ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
Room excellent and clean staff very friendly and helpful food in restaurant also very good went there off season so not much open in village and surrounding areas but still found enough to do would recommend

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

The Ship Inn
The Kings Arms Hotel

The Kings Arms Hotel

3.5 out of 5
St Andrews Street Castle Douglas Scotland
The price is NZ$313 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
NZ$313
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly inn in Castle Douglas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (145 reviews)
Staff were lovely and our room was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed breakfast and dinner. Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Kings Arms Hotel
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Cottage with stunning views over Kirkcudbright Bay, a short walk from the beach.

Cottage with stunning views over Kirkcudbright Bay, a short walk from the beach.

Kirkcudbright SCT
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Kirkcudbright. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Brighouse Bay and Tolbooth are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
Comfortable, warm cottage, lovely enclosed garden for children/dogs.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Cottage with stunning views over Kirkcudbright Bay, a short walk from the beach.
Woodburn Lodge With Private Hottub, Smart tv with Wifi, Veiws To Mabie Forrest

Woodburn Lodge With Private Hottub, Smart tv with Wifi, Veiws To Mabie Forrest

dumfries SCT
Stay at this cottage in Dumfries. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 7stanes - Mabie and Mabie Forest Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
The property was excellent,was very well equipped & was in a picturesque location. I spoke to the host Nigel before we arrived,he was very friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this property.

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Woodburn Lodge With Private Hottub, Smart tv with Wifi, Veiws To Mabie Forrest
Beautiful house on private estate with hot tub, nature and adventure.

Beautiful house on private estate with hot tub, nature and adventure.

Mossdale Scotland
Stay at this holiday home in Castle Douglas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lock Ken and Loch Ken Marina are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
We had a lovely stay here, the house was stunning as was the location. The host went above beyond to make our stay memorable. There were a few glitches while we were there (just bad luck) but Gavin was excellent, responding quickly and he generously refunded us a night of our stay. Other reviews ...

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Beautiful house on private estate with hot tub, nature and adventure.
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Popular places to visit

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Broughton House

Learn about the local history of Kirkcudbright when you spend time at Broughton House. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Broughton House

Brighouse Bay

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Brighouse Bay during your trip to Kirkcudbright? Discover the area's art scene and monuments.

Brighouse Bay

Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park

Explore the great outdoors at Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park, a lovely green space in Kirkcudbright. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park

Ross Bay

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ross Bay during your trip to Kirkcudbright? Stroll along the waterfront or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Ross Bay

Kirkandrews Bay

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kirkandrews Bay during your trip to Kirkcudbright? Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's art scene.

Kirkandrews Bay

MacLellan's Castle

MacLellan's Castle is just one of the places to see in Kirkcudbright, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

MacLellan's Castle