Although Portpatrick is literally at the end of the road (the A77 from Glasgow) it is an excellent centre for touring beautiful countryside on quiet roads.

The following pages give some suggestions for days away from Portpatrick to help you plan your holiday.

From Portpatrick you can explore southwards to the Mull of Galloway, Scotland`s Lands End.

Eastward to villages such as Isle of Whithorn, Kirkcudbright and Castle Douglas

North -East to Galloway Forest Park, New Galloway , the Raiders Road etc.

Northwards  to Ayr via the stunning coast around Turnberry and Dunure, perhaps including a visit to Culzean Castle or the Robert Burns Centre near Ayr.

There is even the option to head West on a sail to Northern Ireland.from Stranraer which is only a few minutes away with the possibility of a visit to the Giant`s Causeway.

 Rickwood House, Award Winning Hotel Style Guest House in Portpatrick South West Scotland  B&B or Dinner B&B