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Local Towns

Moniaive

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Glenbank is situated approximately 3 miles from the village of Moniaive. Moniaive is a vibrant community popular with tourists and locals. The village features 2 pubs both serving food, a further 2 restaurants, a local shop/post office and an artisan chocolatiers. There are also regular events and activities in the village and surrounding area. Visit  http://www.moniaive.org.uk for more details

Thornhill

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Thornhill is located around 8 miles north of Moniaive and features a further selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. http://www.visitthornhill.co.uk for more information. Just north of Thornhill lies Drumlanrig Castle, home of the Duke of Buccleuch and a fun day out for all the family. Visit  http://www.drumlanrig.com/ for more information and opening hours.

Dumfries

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Dumfries is the main town in Dumfries and Galloway. It features the usual high street shops, cinema, swimming pool, ice rink and theatre. There are a number of interesting musuems and sites in the town along with a variety of restaurants. Dumfries is approximately 13 miles from Moniaive.

Attractions and Activities

Dumfries and Galloway has a wide range of activities to suit all budgets and taste. Listed below are links to some pages which might be helpful. when planning your visit.

Fishing - http://www.rivernithfishings.co.uk/beats/River_Cairn.htm
               http://www.fishing-scotland.net/southwest.htm
Mountain Biking - http://www.7stanesmountainbiking.com/Home
Walking - http://www.visitdumfriesandgalloway.co.uk/see-do/activities/walking/
Castles - http://www.visitdumfriesandgalloway.co.uk/about/history/castles
Golf - http://www.visitdumfriesandgalloway.co.uk/see-do/activities/golf/

         http://www.thornhillgolfclub.co.uk


Ellisland Farm - http://www.ellislandfarm.co.uk
Museum of Lead Mining - http://www.leadminingmuseum.co.uk
Dumfries Museum & Camera Obscura - http://www.dumfriesmuseum.com
RSPB Ken Dee Marshes - http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/k/kendeemarshes/index.aspx 
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