Newton Stewart
Newton Stewart
Welcome to our page of information, attractions and places of interest around Newton Stewart. The Newton Stewart hotels listed below are either in the town or we have given a rough guide as to how far they are from Newton Stewart. From Newton Stewart you can explore the the Solway coast with miles of deserted sandy beaches, rocky coves and cliff-top paths; the Galloway Hills, an area of beautiful moors, mountains, lakes and rivers, and the Southern Upland Way, one of the most challenging long-distance footpaths in Scotland. We hope you enjoy your stay and find your ideal accommodation from our list of Newton Stewart hotels. Newton Stewart is a picturesque market town founded in the mid 17th Century by William Stewart, youngest son of the 2nd Earl of Galloway. The "New Town of Stewart" was granted Burgh status by charter from King Charles II allowing a weekly market and two annual fairs to be held. Sited on the banks of the River Cree, the town has prospered and may be regarded as the gateway to the Galloway Hills. Newton Stewart offers hillwalking with large unspoiled areas of great natural beauty and tranquility. Ornithologists flock to the area together with the geese and other migrant birds during the winter and spring. Trails, developed by Forest Enterprise, for walkers and cyclists and unlimited coastal pathways complete the picture. There is sea fishing available from both shore and boat, in season, deer stalking and rough shooting may be pursued in the vicinity, while the town boasts an 18 hole golf course, tennis courts and green and carpet bowling.

Visitor attractions and information - Newton Stewart

	Galloway Forest Park, Galloway Forest District, Newton Stewart Tel: 01671 402420. Britain's largest forest park is 300 square miles of forest, moorland, lochs and mountains with names like The Merrick, Mullwharcher and the Rhinns of Kells. Location: On the outskirts of Newton Stewart.
	Creetown Gem Rock Museum, Chain Road, Creetown, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway, DG8 7HJ, Tel: 01671 820357. Owned and run by Tim and Rosemarie Stephenson it is regarded as one of the finest private collections of gemstones, crystals, minerals, rocks and fossils in Great Britain. www.gemrock.net. About 6 miles south of Newton Stewart.
	St Ninian's Chapel, Isle of Whithorn. Ninian, Scotland's first missionary and saint, founded his church at Whithorn - well over a century before the much celebrated St Columba. The chapel behind the harbour frontage street in the Isle of Whithorn now stands as a restored 14th century reception chapel, although excavation revealed traces of an earlier, 12th century chapel. It was used by sea-borne pilgrims visiting the shrine of St. Ninian and is now in the care of Historic Scotland. About 15 miles south of Newton Stewart.
	Glenluce Abbey, Newton Stewart Tel: 01581 300541. Glenluce is a Cistercian abbey founded around 1192 by Roland, Lord of Galloway. The remains, including a handsome early-16th century chapter house, are set in a lovely tranquil valley overlooking Luce Bay. The property is managed by Historic Scotland. About 13 miles west of Newton Stewart.
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Bruce Hotel 88 Queen Street Newton Stewart Dumfries DG8 6JL	Newton Stewart Hotel. Location: In the centre of Newton Stewart. The Bruce Hotel is centrally situated in beautiful Galloway scenery. There are many interesting and challenging golf courses to visit. All bedrooms have en suite facilities. Please be aware that the hotel doesn't have a lift.....

Creebridge House Hotel Minnigaff Newton Stewart Wigtownshire DG8 6NP	Newton Stewart Hotel. The busy market town of Newton Stewart is roughly 30 minutes drive to the port town of Stranraer with ferry links to Belfast. From walking and cycling through the nearby forest parks to golf and fishing so close you can walk to the nearest hotspots. In fact the first tee at Newton Stewart Golf Club is just 400 yards away. All of our food is prepared using the finest of local produce. Our Bar has a great atmosphere and a selection of the finest real ales and malt whisky ....

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