The Local Area
near Southerness Holiday Park
The natural beauty of the south west makes it arguably one of the most beautiful regions of Scotland. Set against a backdrop of over 200 miles of rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, tranquil lochs and over 300 square miles of woodland, it’s a region just waiting to be explored.
Situated just outside the busy market town of Dumfries, Southerness Holiday Park is well placed for exploring all that the region has to offer. From sandy dunes to forest trails, you’ll get more than your fair share of fresh air here.
Our Parks in South West Scotland
Choose from three fabulous holiday parks in the South West of Scotland.
Local Attractions
There are loads of great family attractions to enjoy when you visit one of our Scottish holiday parks.
- Loch Lomond
- Finlaystone Country Estate
- Largs
- Isle of Bute
- Vikingar
- Kelburn Castle
& Country Park - Isle of Arran
- Heads of Ayr Farm Park
- Burns Cottage
& Museum - Culzean Castle
- Cream O'Galloway Ice Cream Factory
- The Cocoa Bean Factory
- Sweetheart Abbey
- Mabie Farm Park
Highlights near Southerness...
Local Attractions
South west Scotland has an abundance of things to discover, places to visit and experiences to try. Here are just a few to whet your appetite while you’re staying at Southerness Holiday Park.
- Sweetheart Abbey (8 miles)
Stunning 12th Century remains - Mabie Park Farm (13 miles)
Animals, grass sledging & more - Mabie Forest (13 miles)
Spend time in this beautiful forest - Cocoa Bean Factory (28 miles)
Make your own chocolate - Dalscone Farm (16 miles)
Family fun on the farm - Creetown Museum (16 miles)
Intriguing gem collections
Cities and Towns
From quaint hamlets to market towns, there are many places in Dumfries and Galloway just waiting to be explored.
- New Abbey (9 miles)
Charming little village - Rockcliffe (10 miles)
Visit this pretty seaside village - Castle Douglas (14 miles)
Dumfries & Galloway's Food Town - Dumfries (16 miles)
Ancient town full of history