Things to do
in and around the area
walking
cycling
fishing
gardens
wildlife
golf
for our younger guests
eating out
The Colvend Coast in which Kippford and Rosemount are located is an area designated of 'outstanding scenic beauty' and is well known from Victorian days as the Scottish Riviera due to the mild Gulf Stream drift enjoyed by its location.
We have detailed here firstly our favourite walks within the immediate location of Rosemount and Kippford as well as cycling. Please also visit our Guest picture gallery to view photographs taken of Kippford throughout seasons and of Rosemount taken close to and from across the estuary at Palnackie (special thanks to Peter Thornley who supplied us with many of the superb pictures).
Walking
The area is renowned for its many coastal and rural walks, also near by car is
the beautiful Galloway forest that has many walks and viewpoints.
We have walking guides available in our Tourist information area
and guests are welcome to borrow the guides for days out.
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Cycling
We
are located only 5 minutes from the world-renowned 7Stanes
mountain-bike trails, located at Dalbeattie. Mabie trail is only 20
minutes from Rosemount by car with Kirroughtree, Ae and Glentrool all
within a 45-minute drive by car. There are numerous cycling routes in
the area for guests who enjoy a more tranquil ride and full information
is available on routes and cycling club tours within the area.
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Fishing
Course fishing and game fishing is available locally, both Loch and river fishing.
For the more adventurous sea angling is available with departures from Kippford,
or just go on the trip to take in the scenic coastal views.
We have full information available on fishing in the area and where guests can obtain any required permits.
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Gardens
Blessed by the balmy breeze of the Gulf Stream which gives Dumfries and Galloway its surprising warm weather
the gardens of the region are some of the best in Scotland.
The superb Threave Gardens – just 15 minutes from Rosemount – are a must and are beautiful throughout the year.
Our Guest Information packs in all bedrooms provides full information of all gardens in the region.
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Wildlife
The area is renowned for its abundance of wildlife, guests can often spot red squirrels,
deer and wild flowers on the walk from Kippford to Rockcliffe.
We have a Heronry immediately behind Rosemount and these superb birds can be seen swooping down to the Estuary
to feed (guest champion spotter 11 Herons feeding!).
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The Dumfries and Galloway Wildlife Festival is held every year for 2 weeks
at the beginning of April and includes a number of exciting events from trips
to Caerlaverock RSPB sanctuary to Guided Hawk walks and of course the Red Kite Trail
only 15 minutes from Rosemount. Caerlaverock and Mersehead RSPB sanctuaries are a short distance from Rosemount.
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Golf
Dumfries and Galloway has a superb range of Golf courses for enthusiasts of all abilities.
Located in Kippford is a 9-hole par-3 course.
Colvend Golf Club is a mere 5-minute drive and the championship course at Southerness
only a 15-minute drive from Rosemount.
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For our younger guests
The walk from Kippford to Rockcliffe on the lower path via Rough Firth takes you past Bengairn, which is a house occupied by a resident artist who has made many fascinating visual displays that children love. The shell beach at the end of this road is also a lovely place for children to run and enjoy the outdoor air.
For those hot days of summer you can't do better than Sandyhills beach.
It's a short 10-minute drive with a superb sandy beach which is also great
for flying kites!). For the occasional rainy day a visit to the Art Café at Dalton is a must
where children can make and keep their own pottery. It also has a great café for Mums, Dads and Grandparents!
Mabie Farm Park is well worth a visit, and you can't go home without visiting Cream O'Galloway
(makers of delicious ice cream but also with a play area and over 2 miles of nature walks).
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Eating out
Kippford has two pubs in the village, both a very short stroll from Rosemount, so there are no worries about driving; you can relax and enjoy a wee dram! Both serve good pub food and one has a selection of local real ales. We also keep a detailed file on places to eat in the area from relaxed and informal to fine dining for special occasions. We are happy to book any tables that guests may wish and arrange taxis to and from the venue.
These are just a taster of what Kippford and the surrounding area has to
offer and for those simply wanting to relax you couldn't go anywhere better
than Rosemount, Kippford, with our superb location and views.
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