Dumfries and galloway and fresh into the yearHello. I know it has been a while since the blog was written. Alistair and Fee havd been busy and we got a little lazy when it came to the blog, not only was Fee not taking her camera out to the places we were visiting but we both got a little bit busy with the day to day lives that sometimes take presidence over the fun filled places we find ourselves seeing. However, time to get focused on moving forward and time to go explore the UK near and far from us. This weekend saw us take a short trip back down to Dumfries and Galloway, Alistair and Fee booked a beautiful cottage on the outskirts of Dumfries, perfect for exploring the area. There was no particular plans for the weekend. A quick stop at Cairn Holy 1, this wonderful and unique place is definately worth revisiting to see how the light effects the shadows at different times of the year. It is mind boggling place that connects us with people who came before us. We then headed to The Galloway Forest Park. The Kirroughtree Centre, we parked the car up for £3 a day is fantastic value for money, walking in this area a few time we decided to take a wander in a different direction than before, a stones throw from the car park you will find the Wildlife hide, sit and watch and you will sure to see some local wildlife, from a variety of birds to if you are lucky some cheeky and very cute Red Squirrels. We then left our cheeky friends and headed towards The Red Deer Range, this is your chance to get up and close to these normally shy creatures. As we arrived in the hide the stag was already being treated to a carrot or two. These impressive creatures are definately worth stopping by. We then stopped the car at The Grey Mares Tail and Murrays Monuement car park, took the steep 1/4 mile walk up to the monuement where we looked out over the hills all around. We were lucky to have a crisp, fresh and bright day. the area is full of so many walks and things to see, we like to return and do new and things we have previously enjoyed. It felt good to get away and take the camera with us. I hope that 2019 will be full of fun and adventures, I hope you will join us along the way, if you have any recommendations please do not hesitate to send us a message and if we are in the area we will have a look.
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