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Dalbeattie Forest


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About Dalbeattie Forest

 

The northern end of Dalbeattie Forest is known as the Town Wood due to its position on the edge of Dalbeattie town and its popularity with locals.

Originally an area of rough grazing and granite outcrops, the forest was planted in the 1920’s, and now extends 6 miles south to the village of Colvend.

As one of the 7stanes mountain biking centres, the forest also offers great opportunities for cycling, starting from the Richorn car park. 

Why not come along to one of our events to find out more about the forest? From wildlife walks to den building, there's something for everyone! Check out the events guide on this page for more information.

The Dalbeattie Forest Community Partnership was set up in 1999 to contribute towards the management of the forest.

How to get there:

Dalbeattie Forest is part of Forests of the Solway Coast. Dalbeattie, Colvend, and Castle Douglas are the nearest towns or villages.

Leave Dalbeattie on the A710, heading south towards Colvend. All forest walks start from the 'Town Wood' car park (which is the first car park on the left).

All bike trails start from the 'Richorn Trailhead' (which is the second car park on the left).

The nearest train station is in Dumfries.

OS Grid Reference: NX8559
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com

Start your visit from:

Richorn Car Park
Town Wood Car Park

Other places to go in Forests of the Solway Coast

A dog walker enjoys the view over Plantain Loach, Dalbeattie Forest

Facilities:

Parking ChargeInformationParkingEasy Access

Activities:

WalkingCyclingHorse RidingWildlife ActivitiesArtsPicnicView Point

Contact:

Dumfries & Borders Forest District

01387 860 247
e-mail: dumfries&borders

User Comments

2 Stars 2 Stars

Confused sign posts, got lost! No maps available at car park. Dog mess everywhere, very dirty!

Eyes, 29/Sep/2012

Thanks for bringing this to out attention. We'll get to it as soon as we can.

Forestry Commission Response
4 Stars 4 Stars

The unexpected at every turn makes this a wonderland for the new visitor. People very friendly on route.

Borogroves, 20/Aug/2012

Following tree harvesting this beautiful forest has been destroyed. Used by tourests and local people I feel this harvesting has not been well organised. I have met tourists on my walks who have complained about the dangerousn state the squirrel walk has been left in. I very much doubt that the comments and star rating above would be compatible at the moment. Because the forest is used so much I would have thought disruption should have been kept to a minimum. Will seen our beautiful forest restored. When you go to Mabie forest or Glen Trool the forest is emmacuate. Why not Dalbeattie?

Anonymous, 5/May/2010
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