Location: Newton Stewart
Top Things to do in Newton Stewart
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Newton Stewart (Gd: Baile Ùr nan Stiùbhartach) is a former burgh town in Dumfries and Galloway, southwest Scotland. The town is on the River Cree with most of the town to the west of the river, and is sometimes referred to as the "Gateway to the Galloway Hills".
Restaurants in Newton Stewart
1. Kirkcowan Cycles
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
Kirkcowan Cycles is a family run local bike shop set in Newton Stewart, Wigtownshire. We have a large hire fleet to cater for all ages and styles of cycling from bike seats and trailers for the wee ones to electric bikes for those who like to take things a little easier. We have mountain bikes ideal for the near by trails and hybrids perfect for the quiet country lanes and cycle routes. All our bike hires come with free helmet and lock hire and we're happy to offer route advice.
2. Crafty Distillery
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5.0 based on 120 reviews
Nestled on the edge of Newton Stewart our modern grain to glass distillery pumps out gallons of tasty gin, whisky & vodka and delivers panoramic views over the Galloway Hills. Here you can learn about our unique distilling approach and enjoy a taste of our award winning spirits including our flagship Hills & Harbour Gin. Enjoy a tour of our distillery, and learn how we make our very own spirit from scratch and the process for making our Gin, Vodka and very soon our Single Malt Scotch Whisky. After the tour you can then enjoy a perfect serve of our Hills & Harbour Gin and other spirits while taking in the amazing views from the distillery over the Galloway Hills. Hungry? Our take away Galloway Picnic offering brings your some of the best artisan producers of our region. Choose from local cheeses, preserves and craft beers.
Reviewed By Morzinois - Altrincham, United Kingdom
Excellent tour and fascinating facts about the making of the alcohol and the gin flavourings - well worth a visit - lunch is interesting as you choose your own from a deli fridge and they cut up the bread for a picnic at the tables!
3. 7stanes - Glentrool
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4.5 based on 127 reviews
Reviewed By Acurry145 - Paisley, United Kingdom
Stopped at the wee cafe for a cuppa as the other half had forgotten the flask... was provided excellent service by (I think their name was zooey). They were friendly and made an excellent coffee without burning the milk. Covid safe and definitely hit the spot.
4. Kirroughtree - 7stanes
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4.5 based on 328 reviews
Reviewed By WelshBunnie - Biddulph, United Kingdom
Husband and I aren’t big forest hikers, (I’m always worried about ending up lost lol!) but staying local and reading about all the lovely walks in the area - we decided to try here. We did the cairn walk, and really enjoyed it!! such a lovely way to get out there and see nature. Easy to follow posts, and was in awe when we reached the loch. Great clear paths, it’s surprising how quick it gets dark! but loved the peace and quiet. Visited the centre for a cold drink, few people here and there but pretty quiet. Plenty of parking. We also visited the wildlife hide, beautiful birds of all kinds. Really enjoyable few hours, we’ll be back :)
5. The Book Shop
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4.5 based on 139 reviews
We don't serve soup. Or seafood platter.
Reviewed By OntheroadRobert - London, United Kingdom
A charming and quirky bookshop which extends into every conceivable book and cranny of the ground floor and staircase of its Wigtown home. There is a wide range of topics and some real gems in terms of rarity and quality. We were allowed to take our dog in even though there seems to be a resident cat, so hats off to the staff for accommodating us.
6. Galloway House Gardens
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4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Yorkresident1 - York, United Kingdom
What a hidden gem this is. Beautiful, quiet gardens to wander in and such a lovely walk along the coastal path and a private beach too and all for the grand sum of £3 to park the car! Finish your day off with a trip to The Harbour Inn just down the road in quaint Garlieston. A lovely day out indeed.
7. Crook of Baldoon
8. Torhouse Stone Circle
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By H2618XRannah - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Went with my boyfriend who loves archeology and he enjoyed having a little look (I enjoyed looking at the field of cows directly behind it). We were only there for about 15 minutes which was more than enough, but definitely worth a look if you're into stone circles.
9. Wigtown Martyers's Monument
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By bluelizard
A stone monument located at the original site of the Martyr's Stake, dedicated to Margaret Wilson and Margaret McLachlan, who died in 1685. Their faith was unbreakable as they didn't relinquish their beliefs, even as the tide moved in. Very moving. Excellent information boards. You can also visit their gravestones in the parish church. For the monument, go down the hill, passing the parish church on your left, around the corner and into the picnic area, then follow the coastal path and go through the gate onto the wooden boardwalk over the marsh. If you continue along the coastal path you can see the outline of the original harbour and can then head back into town from the end of the path.
10. Newton Stewart Visit Scotland Information Centre
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