The park reception stocks a variety of brochures for local museums, galleries and historic interests as well as activities such as pony trekking and sailing that can be done locally. All our holiday homes have a folder with the main local attractions. Below is only a few examples of what the area has to offer. In addition Cairnryan is an excellent base to make day trips to Northern Ireland with P&O sailing from Cairnryan and Stena Line from Stranraer.

Walking
The area abounds with picturesque walks and is ideal for walkers of all abilities. The Southern Upland Way starts at Port Patrick and finishes 212 miles later in the Borders. Glentrool Forest Park is popular with bird watchers and walkers alike.

Golf & Bowls
The district has a number of fine bowling greens, and golfers will find three challenging 18 hole golf courses only minutes away by car, in Stranraer, Port Patrick and Glen Luce. The open championship course at Turnberry is 30 miles away.

Angling
Every type of angler is catered for in the area. For sea angling, Luce bay is one of the finest Tope grounds in Britain and Loch Ryan (within walking distance from the park) is famous for Conger eel etc. and is sheltered in most weather conditions. Sea fishing trips can be organised from Stranraer and Port Patrick. Trout fishermen are also well catered for. There are several well stocked lochs and good salmon rivers not far away. Permits and information are available.

Gardens
As a result of a Gulf stream drift the area has a mild climate, which allows for the number a glorious gardens that the area has to offer. Ardwell, Castle Kennedy, Glenwhan , Dunskney, and Logan Botanical Gardens (pictured) are all fine examples of such.

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