Location: Dalbeattie
Top Things to do in Dalbeattie
7 Sights & Landmarks in Dalbeattie That You Shouldn't Miss
Dalbeattie (Scots: Dawbeattie, from Gaelic Dail Bheithe meaning "valley of birch") is a town in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Dalbeattie is in a wooded valley on the Urr Water 6 km (4 mi) east of Castle Douglas and 19 km (12 mi) south west of Dumfries. The town is famed for its granite industry and for being the home town of William McMaster Murdoch, the First Officer of the RMS Titanic.
Restaurants in Dalbeattie
1. Dalbeattie War Memorial
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Scottish-Hidden-Gems - Irvine, United Kingdom
A lovely well maintained memorial tribute situated in a beautiful public park, one of the nicest parks ive seen!
2. Mote Of Mark
3. Motte of Urr
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
4. Mersehead Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 87 reviews
Discover the breathtaking scenery and wildlife that's typical of this region. Stroll along the nature trails and use the viewing hides to explore at your own pace. Spring is particularly magical, when the wet meadows fill with lapwings and skylarks, not to mention butterflies and wild flowers. You might also see a roe deer. And in the autumn, thousands of barnacle and pink-footed geese start to arrive for the winter, creating a not-to-be-missed spectacle. Each season brings a different experience at our nature reserves. In spring, the air is filled with birdsong as they compete to establish territories and attract a mate. In summer, look out for young birds making their first venture into the outside world. Autumn brings large movements of migrating birds - some heading south to a warmer climate, others seeking refuge in the UK from the cold Arctic winter. In winter, look out for large flocks of birds gathering to feed, or flying at dusk to form large roosts to keep warm.
Reviewed By MagsR47
If you're into birding and have plenty of warm clothes and strong footwear a winter visit is glorious. We saw a fine starling murmeration, geese galore plus a huge flock of rooks coming in to roost at dusk. For those who prefer to watch in comfort, the reception area has comfy seating, help yourself refreshments, toilets, and a fine view of one of the best bird feeders I've seen anywhere. A great place with friendly volunteers.
