With over 30 years of experience in the bus and coach industry, family run Farleigh Coaches offer high quality private vehicle hire, timetabled services and day excursions and holidays.

Solway Coast, Dumfries & Galloway

Discover the beauty, history and heritage of South West Scotland on this relaxing five-day holiday. Based in the charming town of Dumfries, explore the magnificent Drumlanrig Castle, the historic city of Carlisle and the fascinating Devil's Porridge Museum. You'll also visit the picturesque market town of Castle Douglas and the stunning Threave Garden & House, where beautiful gardens and peaceful countryside provide the perfect setting for a memorable escape.

View Gallery

View Dates & Book

Included:

4 nights half board
Threave Garden & House
Drumlanrig Castle - Guided Tour
Devil’s Porridge Museum
Visit to Carlisle
Visit to Dumfries
Visit to Castle Douglas

Day 1 - Monday:

We travel to Dumfries, with tea and biscuits on arrival.

Day 2 - Tuesday:

This morning we drive to Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate, home to the Duke of Buccleuch and his ancestors for over 400 years, where we enjoy a guided tour. There are 40 acres of gardens including tranquil woodlands, rose gardens, borders, and more. Grab a drink and a bite to eat in the Drumlanrig Tea room before we head back to Dumfries where the afternoon is our own to explore.

B, D

Day 3 - Wednesday:

This morning we visit the historic city of Carlisle, with free time to explore its cathedral, castle, shops and museums, and enjoy lunch. This afternoon we head to the Devil’s Porridge Museum, an amazing exhibition which tells the story of arguably the Greatest Munitions Factory on Earth where 30,000 women came together to produce explosives for the war effort during WW2.

B, D

Day 4 - Thursday:

We head through the countryside, following the Solway Coast, passing the tiny villages of Kirkbean, Sandyhills & Barnbarroch enroute to Castle Douglas, an 18th century market town. We have time to explore and obtain lunch here. Afterwards, we head for Threave Garden & House; a garden for all seasons, a landscaped beauty and a haven for wildlife. Take a stroll through the secret garden, rockery or walled garden with Threave House as the backdrop.

B, D

Day 5 - Friday:

After breakfast we start our journey back home.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

Holiday Inn Dumfries

The Holiday Inn Dumfries is on the edge of Dumfries, nestled in the picturesque Crichton Estate offering an idyllic backdrop for a stay. The restaurant and bar offers views overlooking the Crichton Estate. All Bedrooms offer TV, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, ensuite bathroom, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.

It is not possible to display the home pick-ups map because JavaScript is disabled in your web browser.

JavaScript Information

The map below can be used to check the price of a home pick-up. The map shows the price bands for each area we service. To check the price from your address either click your street on the map or enter your postcode or city/town and click the 'Check Price' button.

Please enter your postcode Check Price

Home Pick-up Pricing Key:

£50.00

£40.00

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Bridgewood Manor Hotel	Bridgewood Manor Hotel (Bus Stop Outside) Parking Available in Hotel Car Park - Chargeable
Brompton Farm Road	Brompton Farm Rd, Opp Harlech Close junc bus stop Bus stop by Tesco garage on Brompton Farm Road
Chatham Pembroke Court	Chatham Pembroke Court Flats Gala Bingo Go Outdoors heading toward Luton Arches
Chattenden Bus Stop	Main Road - by Jet Garage
Gillingham Watling Street	Gillingham Barnsole Road Junction Watling Street
Hoo Co-op	Hoo Co-op Bus Stop Main Road
Hoo Marina	Hoo Marina Bus Stop
Hoo, Fourwents Road	Hoo, Fourwents Road Bus Stop, Bells Lane On Side of Bowls Club, Opposite Car Park
Rainham Manor Farm	Manor Farm Beefeater Pub, on Maidstone Road
Rainham Mark, Caldew Av	Rainham Mark, Caldew Avenue Bus Stop
Rochester Train Station	Rochester Train Station - Bus Stop Outside On Corporation Street
Strood Passmores	Strood Passmores Bus Stop
Wainscott Co-op	Wainscott Co-op Hollywood Lane
Wainscott Hollywood Ln	Wainscott, Hollywood Lane, Cooling Road Bus Stop Bus stop before 2 mini roundabouts
Wigmore Woodside Bus Stop	Wigmore Woodside Bus Stop near shell garage and vets