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Walking
Coastal Walk to Port Castle Bay
Location
From Dumfries follow the A75 to Newton Stewart, from Newton Stewart follow the A714/ A746 towards Isle of Whithorn.
Turn right off the B7004 as you descend intothe Isle of Whithorn and follow the brown tourist signs for Burrow Head. At Cutcloy Farm continue straight ahead through the gate pillars. Enter Burrow Head Holiday Village and park next to the reception.
For public transport services:
Dumfries to Newton Stewart - X75/ 500
Newton Stewart to the Machars - 415
Description
During the open season (1st March - 31st October) at Burrowhead Holiday Village, please report to reception before setting out on your walk. Start on the road to the right of the holiday village reception building; follow it until you reach the fork before the cliffs then continue straight ahead. The path turns westwards and you will soon find a 'Coastal Footpath' signpost. Follow the cliff top path, keeping towards the coastal side on the more open sections. On reaching the headland above Port Castle Bay look along the base of the cliffs to see the entrance to St Ninian's Cave. It is well worth descending to the pebbly beach to explore the cave, where you will find an information board. Return to Burrow Head Holiday Village along the same route. You can buy refreshments from the site shop during the open season.
Start Point
Burrow Head Holiday Village, Burrow Head, NR Whithorn
More Info
For further information on walking in Dumfries & Galloway please telephone 01387 253862
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Height gain |
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7.5km
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2 hours
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50m
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Landranger 83
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