When people refer to a quiet pocket of countryside as being a 'hidden corner', it may not be as unknown as the desciption suggests. But, in the case of Dumfries and Galloway, the expression is fitting. Tourists heading for the Highlands and the cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh stream past, unaware of this lovely part of South West Scotland. And that leaves a haven of peace and quiet for the rest of us.
The tranquillity, coastal sunshine and landscape of Dumfries and Galloway have been inspiring artists for centuries. Now, more than 400 artists and craftsmen live in the region, with many incorporating the natural and manmade features around them into their works. The pretty harbour town of Kirkcudbright, in particular, has long attracted and welcomed creative people, and that history has earned it a reputation for being an 'artists' town'. If wielding a palette and brush is too sedentary for you, there are masses of other activities. During our visit, we explored the region by foot, car, boat, horseback - and even by golf buggy.
The coast and inland lochs offer the exhilaration of sailing in picturesque settings, while the rolling foothills and forests offer thousands of acres to explore on foot or by bike. There are miles of country roads, and several of the best mountain bike routes in Britain. It just goes to show the wealth of activities awaiting you in this 'quiet' corner of Scotland. Of course, that's not to mention the golf, horse riding and swimming that are all available to visitors to Brighouse Bay Caravan Park - the fantastic site which was our base for an unforgetable week in a glorious holiday destination.

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