Discover events in Dumfries & Galloway – South West Scotland
The D&G Climate Hub team and Borders Forest Trust are excited to announce the chance for you to walk through time at Carrifran Wildwood. The latest in our popular series of summer 'Netwalkers'. Wild Heart Site Officer Andy Wilson will guide a small group of lucky participants through the Wildwood site explaining the project's goals, […]
The dark days of the witch trials left a powerful mark on the town of Dumfries… At the height of the persecutions, at least 78 people were accused of witchcraft, with many more affected in the wider region. Join award-winning storytellers, Mostly Ghostly, as they reawaken a collection of historical, thought-provoking accounts, through layers of […]
John Law Hume and Thomas Mullin: two Dumfries lads lost on the ill-fated White Star Liner - Titanic. We remember their sacrifice and will explore and celebrate their fascinating lives on our historical walking tour - Heroes of the Titanic. With a focus on Jock Hume, we’ll guide you to pivotal locations around Dumfries and […]
A guided tour of the historic centre of the medieval port and burgh which was granted a royal charter in 1455. The route is a walk-through time, from the medieval period to the present. It introduces many fascinating stories, colourful characters and surprising events about the town’s rich past. For safety reasons, places on the […]
Explore Kirkcudbright’s historic kirkyard with guides from Kirkcudbright History Society. In a beautiful setting above the town, and the site of the original kirk which gave the town its name, the kirkyard and its memorials tell many fascinating and surprising stories about the town and its past inhabitants. Tours are free and take approximately one […]