NEWTON STEWART
Sited on the banks of the River Cree in Dumfries and Galloway, South West Scotland, Newton Stewart is regarded as the gateway to the Galloway Hills and the important historical region of the Machars.

This picturesque and friendly market town was founded in the mid 17th Century by William Stewart, youngest son of the 2nd Earl of Galloway.

There's lots to do in Newton Stewart. The town boasts a recently refurbished Cinema, a range of sports and leisure activities, museums and local history, public houses, restaurants, country walks, riverside walk and a wide choice of local shops and cafe's.

Newton Stewart is the geographical centre of an outdoor enthusiasts paradise. Hillwalking here is superb. Large unspoiled areas of great natural beauty and tranquility are dominated by the Merrick at 830m (2764ft) and the slightly lower eminence of Cairnsmore of Fleet. Nearby can be found the Wild Goat Park and the Red Deer Range enabling the visitor to see the animals in their natural habitat.

The latter and Wigtown Bay are world class nature reserves. Ornithologists flock to the area together with the geese and other migrant birds during the winter and spring. Trails, developed by Forest Enterprise, for walkers and cyclists and unlimited coastal pathways complete the picture.

Nearby are Scotland's National Book Town and the Bladnoch Distillery visitor centre which are both well worth a visit.

AMENITIES
Banks (Bank of Scotland, Royal Bank of Scotland, Clydesdale)
Chemist
Health Centre
Hospital
Library
Police Station
Post Office
Supermarkets

THINGS TO DO IN NEWTON STEWART
Cafe's
Cycling
Cinema
Bowling Green
Fishing
Gardens
Golf Course
Indoor Bowling
Museums
Night Club
Public Houses
Restaurants
Swimming Pool
Tennis Courts
Walking