Kings Arms Hotel

Home to 7Stanes biking trails and incredible coastal and woodland scenery, Dumfries and Galloway is a haven for bikers of all skill levels. Whether you're coming from North or South, there are routes you can conquer on the journey to and from Dumfries and Galloway, before taking advantage of our local trails.

Red Bull recognises Dumfries and Galloway as having some of the best gravel biking trails in the whole of Britain, ranking the route from Clatteringshaws to Glentrool in its UK top 10. This is just one of many of the region's breathtaking cycle routes which allow you to appreciate our natural countryside and coastline, exploring Galloway off the beaten track.

Galloway is blessed with rolling countryside, dense woodland and craggy hills, making it a fantastic destination for hikers and walkers. Trails weave through local woodland and along shorelines, making ideal day trips for nature-lovers and birdwatchers. The summit of Screel Hill enjoys breathtaking panoramas across the Solway Firth.

On a clear night, the skies over Dumfries and Galloway have an unrivalled view of the stars. Galloway Forest Park is an internationally recognised Dark Sky Park, the first of its kind in the UK and only the second of its kind in Europe. Take advantage of this spectacular natural scenery during your countryside retreat by visiting the Kirroughtree Dark Sky visitor centre, and exploring the region by night. The Kings hosts groups of visiting astronomers to appreciate the magnificent views and snap photographs of the stars.

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