A warm
welcome awaits you in Gatehouse of Fleet
set in the middle of a National Scenic
Area on the edge of the magnificant
Galloway Forest Park in the rural heart
of Dumfries & Galloway. This pretty
"wee Toon" dates
back to the mid 1700's and once had
four cotton mills, a brass foundry,
brewery, soap factory and tanneries.
It was in The Murray Arms here in Gatehouse
that Robbie Burns penned his first draft
of "Scots Wha Hae".Today Gatehouse
has a variety of craft/gift shops,grocery
store,a bank, post office,hotels and
a selection of places to eat out.
Gatehouse
offers a wide range of interests
including local walks,fishing and
boasts an excellent golf course.If
its wildlife your'e interested in
then look no further -Gatehouse
supports many interesting species
- don't forget your camera.
Overlooking the dramatic Galloway
Hills, this 9 hole challenging course
has it's 9th hole listed in Britains
100 Extraordinary Golf holes
A fantastic visitor attraction
-not to be missed
Cally
Gardens is a working nursery, specialising
in unusual perennials.
Try
the marked trails in the Cally Woods
or if you want to go further afield
try the Galloway Forest Park - 300sq
miles of forest,moorland and
lochs.
Whether
your an expert or a beginner The
River Fleet in Gatehouse is perfect.
A whopping 17.5lb Salmon was caught
in 2004 - it could be you!.All Sandgreen
Owners receive discount -
ask at the Park Office
The
Murray Arms Hotel
An
18th Century Coaching Inn that dates
back to 1760 when it was
built by James Murray of Broughton
and Cally.Set in natural surroundings
retaining its original charm whilst
offering modern facilities.Try the
"Lunky Hole" resteraunt
serving local produce for that formal
lunh or dinner.Bar snacks also available.
Tel 01557 814207 for bookings.
