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in Dumfries and Galloway.

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Dumfries and Galloway

Sand on the Solway shore.

The Solway coast has gentle, sheltered beaches. There's a sheltered bay of sand under wooded hills near Dalbeattie, and a beach of pale sand and clear water on the Fleet estuary, perfect for a paddle. The tide goes out a long way here, so check the times before you set off across the sand. Bring a picnic and stay for the sunset over the water.

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Beach of the day13 hours ago

Sandyhills Beach.

A sheltered bay of sand below wooded hills on the Solway coast near Dalbeattie, with a sea arch, a cave and a coastal path to Rockcliffe.

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Lunch6 hours agoDumfries and GallowayGalloway Lodge Preserves4.1 milesDumfries and GallowayStreetlights Coffee House14.6 milesDumfries and GallowayDesigns Gallery and Cafe14.6 miles

Lunch near Mossyard Beach.

The three good places closest to it: Galloway Lodge Preserves, Streetlights Coffee House and Designs Gallery and Cafe.

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The Rhins of Galloway.

This hammerhead-shaped peninsula on the western edge of Dumfries and Galloway is peaceful, narrow and almost completely surrounded by water. It tops out at Corsewall Lighthouse and the Mull of Galloway is the southernmost point. The 24-mile Mull of Galloway trail, which follows the Southern Rhins coastline, is one of the most spectacular in the region. More accessible is the “mini” coast-to-coast – a 90-minute jaunt from New England Bay to Port Logan on the Irish Sea coast. There’s also a nice six-mile circular along the rugged coast from Portpatrick to Killantringan Lighthouse.

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