This site is a gem. There are three main things it has going for it: (1) Galloway is a beautiful and quiet place for a holiday, with lots to do, (2) the site's situation in the village, next to the bay, and close to the harbour and also sandy beaches, and (3) the fantastic wardens, Edgar and Judith, who are helpful in every way. Places worth visiting close by include Isle of Whithorn (a “must see” village), Whithorn with its museum and priory, and Wigtown. All with free motorhome parking. Further afield is Stranraer, which also has large carparks with plenty of space for motorhomes (free) overlooking the marina, next to Agnew Park, and also a short walk from the town centre. Another “must see” place is Glenwhan Gardens. They are the most magical and beautiful gardens I have ever visited. Reasonable mobility is required to explore them properly. (Tip: allow longer than you might expect for your visit. On a lovely day it can be hard to tear yourself away.) Edgar and Judith who live quite locally are happy to recommend many other places to visit and are hugely helpful and knowledgeable. I found Garlieston to be a brilliant base for road cycling. Even the A roads are quiet, and the B roads even more so. With generally good road surfaces. I especially recommend for a short ride (much longer rides are available) to Isle of Whithorn, returning via Whithorn. I found running from the site less than ideal. The coastal path running south towards Isle of Whithorn is better than the path running north along the coast and through the woods. A lovely offroad run is from Isle of Whithorn on springy short turf with amazing sea views south to Burrow Head. (This path is signposted from Isle of Whithorn.) I also recommend Stranraer parkrun due to being especially friendly with great views over the sea. The site itself is somewhat quirky (it's arranged as two separate sites) and the toilet block is dated. But perfectly adequate and kept spotless, as is the whole site, by the hard-working wardens. Our recent break in Galloway was 43 years after our previous holiday there. Despite the long journey from home we can't wait for the next.
