Things to See & Do
With a wealth of wonderful landscapes, arts and heritage venues on our doorstep, the Glenkens has loads to see and do. Here are just a few ideas!
Dalry Angling Association
Situated in picturesque St John's Town of Dalry in the heart of the Glenkens, Dalry Angling Association offers opportunities for visitors and Glenkens residents to fish the local Water of Ken, rivers and lochs.
Walking and Cycling
Southern Upland Way
Britain’s first official coast to coast long distance path has two sections in the Glenkens - Bargrennan to Dalry and Dalry to Sanquhar.
Walking Routes
Walk Highlands lists 25 free-to-view detailed route maps and detailed descriptions for walks that vary between 2 and 16km in length - all around Central Galloway.
Walking, Running and Cycling Routes around The Glenkens
The Ordnance Survey has details around 40 walking and cycling routes complete with digital maps and planners.
Core Paths
Core paths are key public access routes for walking and cycling which have been identified across Dumfries and Galloway.
Routes include -