Lots of things happen in Kirkcudbright - but for some you may need to go a bit further afield. Information can be obtained from the Tourist Information Centre 01557 330494. In the winter the Stewartry Museum replaces the Tourist Information Centre as a source of information on Kirkcudbright and the surrounding area - 01557 331643.
When you arrive in the town - at whatever time of year - imminent events are advertised on posters by the Cross at the junction of St Cuthbert's Street and St Mary's Street. We have often enjoyed concerts and shows having found out about them in this way!
This page includes some basic information about
- SPORTS
- FAMILY ACTIVITIES
- CHURCHES
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Kirkcudbright Golf Club (18 holes) welcomes visitors: 01557 330314 and close by is: Tongland Family Golf Centre with a driving range. |
 | TENNIS Two hard courts are available all year round - small charge - apply to the Stewartry Museum opposite. |
 | SWIMMING Kirkcudbright Swimming Pool is in Castledykes Road: 01557 331881 and then of course there is the sea - warmed by the Gulf Stream. |
 | SAILING The floating pontoons give shore access and the Marina has all the usual facilities. Contact the Harbour Master on 01557 331135 |
| CURLING In season there are often courses on curling at Dumfries Ice Rink. Contact the Tourist Office for more details: 01557 330494 |
 | BOWLING The Bowling Green in Kircudbright is conveniently situated in St Mary's Street opposite the Parish Church. The Club warmly welcomes visitors. |
 | WATER SKIING At Loch Ken there is a waterski school which offers a range of activities 0705 009 2792 |
 | FISHING 'The River Dee, the River Ken and the Deugh River are the main rivers that make up the Kirkcudbrightshire Dee River System. There are over 50 miles of river and the catchment area covers approximately four hundred square miles of some of the area's most beautiful lochs and hillsides , and make it the largest of South West Scotland's rivers'. from Visit Kirkcudbright For the River Urr 01556 502851 or 01556 502009 |
 | CYCLING 1 Dumfries and Galloway is a cycle friendly area. The National Route 7 passes through Kirkcudbright and Arnot's Cottage is a perfect base from which to explore the surrounding area by bike. |
 | CYCLING 2 www.7stanes.gov.uk Check out the fantastic trails 'from family friendly to top technical challenges' Bike hire available: W Law Cycles, 19 St Cuthbert Street, Kirkcudbright 01557 330597 |
 | HORSE RIDING AND TREKKING Contact - Lochhill Centre, Ringford : 01556 820225 and Brighouse Bay Trekking Centre: 01557 870267. In Galloway Forest Park there is open access for horse riders on all of the forest roads - check with the Recreation Forester for safe access 01671 402420. |
A few ideas that might interest families - in addition there are often special events/ walks etc advertised for younger people.
Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park | Kirkcudbright 01557 331645 |
Lagganoutdoor - outdoor activities for all the family - please check before visiting for various events | Gatehouse of Fleet 07966 506873 |
Creetown Gem Museum | Creetown 01671 820357 |
Drummuir Farm Ice Cream Parlour | Collin - near Dumfries 01387 750599 |
Mabie Farm Park | Towards New Abbey 01387 249100 |
Cream o' Galloway Lots to do - adventure playground, Pedal Kart track, Farm Tours and The Ice Cream Experience! | Outside of Kirkcudbright 01557 814040 |
The major churches are all represented in the town - and visitors have experienced warm welcomes at the services and events they have attended.