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Galloway (Gaelic: Gall-ghàidheil; Latin: Gallovidia) is a region in southwestern Scotland comprising the counties of Wigtown and Kirkcubright. The name means "foreign Gaels" referring to the Gaels of mixed Scandinavian and Gaelic origin who were once prevalent in the area.
Galloway is bounded by sea to the west and south, the Galloway Hills to the north, and the River Nith to the east; the border between Kirkcudbright and Wigtown shires is marked by the River Cree. The definition has, however, fluctuated greatly in size over history.
A hardy breed of black, hornless beef named Galloway cattle is native to the region, in addition to the more distinctive 'Belted Galloway' or 'Beltie'.
Galloway comprises that part of Scotland southwards from the Southern Upland watershed and westward from the River Nith. Traditionally it has been described as stretching from "the bras of Glenapp to the Nith". The valleys of three rivers, the Urr Water, the Water of Ken and River Dee, and the Cree, all running north-south, provide much of the good arable land, although there is also some arable land on the coast. Generally however the landscape is rugged and much of the soil is shallow. The generally south slope and southern coast make for mild and wet climate, and there is a great deal of good pasture.
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Dumfries and Galloway (Scots: Dumfries an Gallowa, Scottish Gaelic: Dùn Phrìs is Gall-Ghaidhealaibh) is one of 32 unitary council areas of Scotland and is located in the western Southern Uplands. It comprises the historic counties of Dumfriesshire, Stewartry of Kirkcudbright and Wigtownshire, the latter two of which are known as Galloway. The administrative centre is the town of Dumfries.
Following the 1975 reorganisation of local government in Scotland, the three counties were joined to form a single region of Dumfries and Galloway, with four districts within it. Since the Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994, however, it has become a unitary local authority. For lieutenancy purposes, the historic counties are largely maintained with its three lieutenancy areas being Dumfries, Wigtown and the Stewartry of Kirkcudbright.
To the north, Dumfries and Galloway borders East Ayrshire, South Ayrshire and South Lanarkshire; in the east the Borders; and to the south the county of Cumbria in England and the Solway Firth. To the west lies the Irish Sea.
As the title, just pottering about before bedtime, camping and canoeing at "Loch Ken Holiday Park" a fantastic location for recreational paddlers in south west Scotland. It's only about two and a half hours drive from home and while I probably wouldn't want to waste the fuel for a day trip, it's ideal for a weekend/midweek trip. Definitely not to be confused with the "Galloway Activity Centre" which is further up the east side of the Loch and is bloody awful in comparison. The little bit of chit chat at the end, was a seagull emptying it's bowel, across my brothers buoyancy aid!
The spectacular Loch Ken plus a lovely Scottish forest waterfall.
Failing to raft on the Water of Ken/River Dee
3Dimensions. For makers and designers working in the physical world. 3Questions. How do we create an internationally recognised Margaret River design style? We did it with wine, how do we do it with things? How do designer / makers run a successful business at the end of the world, with a high dollar and very distant markets? How do designer / makers market themselves? Makers: GARY BENNETT - furniture ROD DILKS & JAMIE PARDOE - battery control MAT MANNERS - surfboards ROD DILKS & JAMIE PARDOE - electric cars GERRY RILEY & MARGOT EDWARDS - glass Margaret River - Western Australia Director: David Galloway Video Producer: Fabio Romanato
Filmed on a tributary on the River Dee near Kirkcudbright, Galloway, 16th December 2016, a pair of Water Rail coming out of the Reeds to feed....organised by Alan McFadyen, Scottish photography hides.
The tidal bore on the River Dee was not as big as expected, even with a supermoon.
Glenlochar (Gd: Gleann Lochair) is a small hamlet on the western bank of the River Dee in the parish of Balmaghie, Dumfries and Galloway. Glenlochar is located one and a half miles south of Balmaghie Kirk and three miles (5 km) north of Castle Douglas. The Glenlochar Barrage on the River Dee is part of the Galloway Hydro Electric Scheme. The buried remains of a large Roman fort exist on the eastern bank of the River Dee, opposite Glenlochar. The fort was built in 81 AD by the Governor Gnaeus Julius Agricola and enclosed an area roughly 7 acres (28,000 m2). There was an abbey constructed in Glenlochar in the early 10th century, but didn't exist for a very long time as far as can be ascertained. The Abbey was burnt down not many years after it was built. Possibly at the time of a battle whic...
A film about the town of Kirkcudbright that sits on the estuary of the River Dee In the heart of Bonnie Galloway. Sometimes refered to as the Artists town. A town certainly worth a visit.
The river Nith bore tide in Dumfries and Galloway Wednesday 30th September 2015
In this short video, speaker/author Charlie Adams takes you to Galway and to Connemara Marble. Galway City is a thriving, bohemian, cultural city on the western coast of Ireland. Along with being a popular seaside destination with beautiful beaches and long winding promenade, it also has a buzzing cosmopolitan city centre, which you will see. The city is a joy to explore with its labyrinthine cobbled streets, colourful shop facades and busy café/ bar culture. Connemara Marble is exclusively found on the west coast of Ireland and is from the Precambrian Period over 600 million years ago. This lustrous stone has a wide range of colors including pale yellow, variations of light green to dark green and aspects of grey and white. Connemara Marble is quarried for jewelry, ornamental products, ...
Szia! I KNOW IT'S BEEN AWHILE! I am recovering from hiking the Tatra Mountains! This video is about overcoming obstacles. It's dramatic, I know, but I think that talking about what I have experienced might help others do something scary. I am so happy that I completed this hike, but I am not looking to do one again any time soon. What is something that you don't think you are good enough to do? Please share and we can help each other continue to grow and be our greatest self! LOL I hope you guys enjoy and again THANK YOU for all the love! If you can relate to anything in this video PLEASE comment below! As I have said before, I LOVE watching this community grow and I dream for it to be a haven for all internationally curious people to mingle! Thanks again x0x0x Find Out...
Top 17. Best Tourist Attractions and Beautiful Places in Dumfries - Travel Scotland: Caerlaverock Castle, Drumlanrig Castle, Dino Park, Dalscone Farm Fun, Dumfries Museum, Robert Burns House, Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum, Hetland Garden Centre, Dock Park Dumfries, WWT Caerlaverock Wetland Centre, Robert Burns Centre, Savings Banks Museum, Robert Burns Mausoleum, Morton Castle, Crichton Memorial Church, Garden of Cosmic Speculation
Tucked away in the south west corner of Scotland, the enchanting region of Dumfries & Galloway offers a treasure trove of heart thumping, spine tingling, breathtaking and memory making experiences to uncover. From feeling the sand between your toes and invading a castle to strapping yourself into a human slingshot and sailing through the sky, there are plenty of great things to see and do in Dumfries & Galloway that will make your visit unforgettable. After all, it’s the small things that make the big memories. Video locations: Sandyhills Bay https://www.visitscotland.com/info/towns-villages/sandyhills-p314961 Caerlaverock Castle, near Dumfries https://www.visitscotland.com/info/see-do/caerlaverock-castle-p248631 White Hill, near Castle Douglas Eden Festival, near Moffat Galloway Fo...
Located in the south west corner of Scotland, Dumfries & Galloway is a region packed with flavour and is even home to its very own Food Town, Castle Douglas. From the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in a bright, independent café to the rich, malty scents wafting from the washback of a distillery, it’s not just your taste buds which will be tantalised. A treat means different things to different folk. It could be sumptuous meal in a fine country house, or maybe just a big scoop of farm-made ice cream – luckily, you can enjoy both in Dumfries & Galloway. With local producers creating many yummy things, such as artisan chocolates and crisp, refreshing ciders, you can bring a taste of the region home too. The flavours of Dumfries & Galloway are bound to leave an impression on your senses - y...
© 2002 Rick Steves' Europe | Deepest Ireland is best experienced on its Gaelic-speaking west coast, where the rugged villages have changed little over the generations. After exploring the remote Aran Islands, we visit Galway, chase a friendly dolphin, and delve into the scenic Dingle Peninsula. Ringing with music from its rustic pubs and dotted with prehistoric forts, this region is something special. If you're to fall in love with Ireland, chances are it'll be right here.
Dumfries and Galloway is a historic corner of Scotland that is bursting with things to see and do. From fascinating architecture and ancient history to special connections to Robert Burns, lush countryside and outdoor adventure activities – you’ll never be lost for something to do. In Dumfries, kick start your day exploring with the Dumfries Art Trail – navigate around the town centre to uncover the works by independent artists, makers, and galleries, all within a 15-minute walk from the High Street. Nearby, take in the stunning red sandstone of Sweetheart Abbey and fall in love with the turbulent history of this late 13th century ruin. Head to Caerlaverock Castle to discover one of Scotland’s great medieval fortresses; complete with a moat, towered gatehouse and imposing battlements, yo...
10 things to do in Edinburgh, Scotland with kids (scroll down for contents). There's so many things to do in Edinburgh, Scotland as a family with kids. Our boys are 8 and 10. Here are just 10 things (mostly free) to do with kids in Edinburgh. There are also some great things to do as adults. See more details on the blog: http://travelingmel.com This city is very walkable and the people are wonderfully nice as well. It can be crowded the later in the day you go out so get out early if possible. Also, sunrise is very worth it from both Arthur's Seat and from Calton Hill. For things to do in Scotland in general: https://youtu.be/Di6jjf4g16Q CONTENTS: 00:16 Edinburgh Castle 00:49 Free Walking Tour 01:19 Greyfriars Kirk 01:28 Hold an Owl 02:14 National Museum of Scotland ...
Awed by archaeology? Captivated by the Great War? Enthralled by the cosmos? Thrilled by ancient castles? There are plenty of ‘wow’ moments to experience in Dumfries & Galloway, a land of wonder and intrigue. Located in south west Scotland, this region is rich when it comes to history, heritage and culture. Visit museums in the area to uncover the unique story of the region and its people, including the fascinating history of munitions girls’ incredible war-time efforts. Or behold a majestic castle, as grand on the inside as it is on the outside, where the family history of nobles can be traced back centuries. You could explore an astrological art land which, in the word of the artist, is worthy of the ancients, or step inside a reconstructed Iron Age roundhouse and smell the burning wood...
the first night we camped at the back of kings house hotel 2nd night we camped at glen nevis steall falls fort william,wild camping uk,rv camping,sleeping outdoors,wild camp Bushcraft Wild camping in scotland glencoe /glen nevis steall falls fort william -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: "Bushcraft How To Light A Campfire With Fatwood" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEaGukfu8nU -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Second in a three part series. The Deeside Way is a long distance path in Scotland running from near the centre of Aberdeen City, to Ballater, in the Cairngorms National Park. The route follows the line of the Old Royal Deeside Railway from Aberdeen to Banchory, through woodland and farmland to Kincardine O’Neil and then rejoins the old line from Aboyne to Ballater, total distance 41 miles. The Deeside Railway was a line that travelled from Aberdeen to Ballater as a stretch of the Great North of Scotland Railway. Its tracks have since been removed in their entirety and the path opened as a track to the public. While in operation, the railway was used by the British Royal Family during travel to their Scottish retreat at Balmoral, hence the local name the Royal Deeside Line. The path is...
Another wild camping adventure this time in a favourite area of mine in Perthshire, Scotland. A killer 7 mile (corroborated) walk-in all uphill which, in my current state of (un-) fitness and carrying a heavy pack was way more than my body could handle - proven by the fact that I ended up with man-flu and had 3 days in bed recovering afterwards. This was sort of intentional in a way (not the man-flu) as I was trying to simulate a survival scenario. A scenario where I had to push myself to get to where I had to be (safety, civilization, whatever...) or alternatively just give up - I could have given up and just camped at any number of beautiful spots on the way but wanted to get to the remote lochan I'd spotted on the map. So not being particularly fit meant that it really was a slog and...
Police or Bandits that is the question? I'm driving on Portway along the Avon river about 9 pm 19.9.12. there was a idiot behind me, making it hard for me to turn right, i turn into Barrowmead dr and the car is right behind me i pull up get out of the car and this guy is on me like a ton of bricks, "He says I'm DC Paul West from Bridwell police station and i dont want you to move until you have been breathalized, 6 police cars later 7 with his, 30 mins on and a Zero reading, the rest in on record enjoy.
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2016 Xmas Avoidance Strategy. 'Bothy Culture' focuses on exploring the rich subculture that can be found at some of the remotest locations throughout the Scottish wilderness; however, it is much more than that for it is primarily one man's scathing social commentary on what he interprets as "a world gone mad". Often funny, controversial and brutally provocative, Mortimer takes no prisoners in explaining his need to regularly get off-grid and escape the urban/suburban sprawl. Available from Amazon and other retailers: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bothy-Culture-George-T-Mortimer/dp/1291657347/ http://www.amazon.com/Bothy-Culture-George-T-Mortimer/dp/1291657347/ http://www.lulu.com/shop/george-t-mortimer/bothy-culture/paperback/product-21334077.html Website: media-underground.net Twitter: @m...
Great to have Sink back out!!! A superb meet up with Uncle George - Thanks for showing us 2 beautiful locations..
The Irish Sea separates the islands of Ireland and Great Britain. It is connected to the Celtic Sea in the south by St George's Channel, and to the Inner Seas off the West Coast of Scotland in the north by the North Channel. Anglesey is the largest island within the Irish Sea, followed by the Isle of Man. The sea is occasionally, but rarely, referred to as the Manx Sea. The sea is of significant economic importance to regional trade, shipping and transport, fishing, and power generation in the form of wind power and nuclear plants. Annual traffic between Great Britain and Ireland amounts to over 12 million passengers and 17 million tonnes of traded goods. This video is targeted to blind users. Attribution: Article text available under CC-BY-SA Creative Commons image source in video
What is happening in the US? Is it just the usual political bickering between the parties? Or is there a leadership and vision deficient in the country? Is the US in a short-term bad patch or is this a developing trend? CrossTalking with Patricia DeGennaro, Allan Lichtman and Dee Dee Benkie. Watch all CrossTalk shows here: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75A81D67D2955F81 (Sep 2009 - Feb 2011) http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPszygYHA9K12YqkZDcnaHfDd5cptKhs9 (Mar 2011 - Jul 2012) http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPszygYHA9K1wI7Kcpxfq6NviCKYKjXAn (Jul 2012 - current) RT LIVE http://rt.com/on-air Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/RTnews Follow us on Twitter http://twitter.com/RT_co...
http://www.scottish.parliament.uk - Scottish Parliament Rural Affairs, Climate Change and Environment Committee. Agenda: 1. Community Empowerment (Scotland) Bill: The Committee will take evidence on stage 2 amendments relating to the crofting community right-to-buy, and draft regulations on abandoned or neglected land, from— Aileen McLeod, Minister for Environment, Climate Change and Land Reform, and Dave Thomson, Land Reform and Tenancy Unit, Scottish Government. 2. The Scottish Government’s Wild Fisheries Review: The Committee will take evidence from— Crispian Cook, Clerk, Northern District Salmon Fisheries Board; Jamie Ribbens, Senior Fisheries Biologist, Galloway Fisheries Trust; Craig MacIntyre, Trust Manager, Argyll Fisheries Trust; Dr. Andy Walker, Vice Chair, Migratory Fish ...
High school football scores and highlights with Yianni Kourakis and Mark Dondero.
Tommy Sheridan on why Scots should vote 'Yes' in the Independence Referendum. This was not an official 'Yes' event but was organised by Liam who paid for the venue himself and asked Tommy to come along and address the packed hall.