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Galloway Forest Park

At Galloway Forest Park in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland the ancient woodland of Glen Trool can be explored. There are forested hills and hill lochs. Although all forest in Britain is now managed to some extent, Galloway Forest Park is one of the few places in Britain where you can get an idea of the Wild Wood which once covered virtually the whole of the British Isles.

Trails running through the woods can be walked or cycled. There is a visitor centre which offers meals and refreshments. Picnic areas are available in the forest.

Directions: From Newton Stewart take the A714 signposted to Girvan. Take the right turn at Bargrennan signposted Galloway Forest Park. Take next right just past Glentrool village signposted Glentrool Visitor Centre. Click here for an interactive map centred on Glentrool.

Access: disabled access to the visitors centre is good.

Contact: 01671 402420