Attractions & activities for the young at heart
Looking for something different to do with young ones on holiday? Dumfries and Galloway has a lot to offer:
Bainloch Deer Park 'It is well worth the fee to be driven in a 4x4 and have the deer come and feed from your hand. It was a fantastic experience' Visitor, July 15
The Cocoabean Factory where children can make chocolate creations has both indoor and outdoor play areas. Suitable for young children. 'Great place for kids, they can do chocolate workshops. Indoor play area. Hot chocolate with all the works yummy.' Visitor, Oct 17
Red kite feeding station at Bellymack Hill Farm. Catch this spectacular showing every day at 2pm.
The Dark Space Planetarium in Kirkudbright
Dino Park - recommended by visitors to Kirkennan for 'anyone with little ones'.
Enerspie Farm just outside Castle Douglas has indoor soft play areas open all year and outdoor attractions open seasonally. It also has a good cafe, shop and plant sales. 'Great fun inside and out for my two year old, and delicious icecream made onsite too!' Visitor, 2024
Galloway Astronomy Centre 'Great food and an evening of astronomy - worth the drive!' Visitor, July 2017
Mabie Farm Park 25 min drive away 'Is a must. Lots for children to do. You can also feed the animals and there is a petting corner and the staff are so nice.' Visitor, May 2019
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There is so much for children to do on Kirkennan Estate. There are 74 acres to explore right on your doorstep, including woodland, a walled garden, a secret hut and a birdhide.
We encourage kids to get outside and make dens, paddle in the stream and keep an eye out for deer, rabbits, birds of prey and more. Bikes can be ridden around the quiet estate roads and there is a table tennis table for guests to use.
Note that the Urr Water borders the estate so parents and carers must be responsible for their children’s safety at all times.
There are lots of things for kids to do on our 74 acres.
Step outside the door of your holiday cottage and you have endless possibilities for play and adventure.
- explore the woodland,
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There is so much for children to do on Kirkennan Estate. There are 74 acres to explore right on your doorstep, including woodland, a walled garden, a secret hut and a birdhide.
We encourage kids to get outside and make dens, paddle in the stream and keep an eye out for deer, rabbits, birds of prey and more. Bikes can be ridden around the quiet estate roads and there is a table tennis table for guests to use.
Note that the Urr Water borders the estate so parents and carers must be responsible for their children’s safety at all times.
