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Castle Douglas

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With approximately fifty local businesses involved in either producing or selling food and drink, it is easy to see why Castle Douglas has been designated a Food Town. The vibrancy and appeal of the town lies largely in the draw of the shops and cafes, restaurants and hotels.

Dalbeattie

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On the Scottish coast of the Solway Firth, in the heart of the attractive countryside some 12 miles west of Dumfries, Dalbeattie is the shopping and amenity centre for the very popular Colvend Coast and Urr Estuary holiday areas.

Gatehouse of Fleet

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The pretty 'wee toon' of Gatehouse of Fleet has much to offer - friendly people, lovely coastal and upland scenery, individual shops and a choice of excellent accommodation. Gatehouse of Fleet caters for a wide range of interests. The area is steeped in history and supports many interesting species of wildlife. There are opportunities for a variety of sporting activities, including golf, sailing, mountain biking and fishing. Above all, Gatehouse of Fleet is a peaceful beauty spot in which to relax and unwind.

Kirkcudbright

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Established as a Royal Burgh in 1455, Kirkcudbright has always been supported by a busy fishing trade. Behind the harbour the streets have housed generations of creative artists, a tradition maintained today by a flourishing colony of painters and craftworkers. This has led to it being called "The Artists' Town". Other well known features of the town are the pastel coloured houses and wide streets, the wide selection of mainly family owned shops where almost everything can be got, and the free parking all over town.

Newton Stewart

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This picturesque and friendly market town was founded in the mid 17th century by William Stewart, youngest son of the 2nd Earl of Galloway. The "New Town of Stewart" was granted Burgh status by charter from King Charles II, allowing a weekly market and two annual fairs to be held. Sited on the banks of the River Cree, the town has prospered and may be regarded as a gateway for the Galloway Hills to the north and east, and to the historically important area known as the Machars to the south & west. It was on a pilgrimage to the shrine of St. Ninian at Whithorn, in 1329, that Robert the Bruce forded the river where the present handsome Cree Bridge stands.
The area is richly populated by castles, monuments, earthworks and archaeological sites of interest, which may be explored at leisure.

Stranraer

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Stranraer is the largest settlement in south west Scotland. It lies at the head of Loch Ryan, on the north side of the neck of land that prevents the Rhins of Galloway becoming an island. The town's origins date back nearly 500 years to the building in 1511 of Stranraer Castle, also known as the Castle of St John. This now stands in the centre of the town, but it was originally built behind the broad beach at the head of Loch Ryan. Only later did a settlement begin to grow around it. The Castle of St John now houses a museum, while the excellent Stranraer Museum can be found in the old town hall.