Located in southwest Scotland, Galloway Forest Park has been ... the UK’s largest national park, make the area an ideal escape for climbers, cyclists and wild swimmers, and by dark, zip-liners.

Escaping the crowds isn't as hard as you thought. Try heading to one of these fantastic camping locations instead! They have ...

broken bottles and toilet waste left by wild campers. Brownlee does not want the same to happen to Galloway, which would be Scotland’s third national park: “It’s a magical place. People come ...

Barkcamp State Park is a veritable playground for outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone who’s ever dreamed of being ...

Apart from the animals, the park also offers activities such as rock climbing, hiking, camping and fishing, making it a fun place to visit for the whole family. Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge ... a ...

Farmers and crofters in Scotland are being urged to submit their views on a public consultation regarding a proposed national park designation in Galloway and Ayrshire. With the NatureScot ...

A number of forestry trails across Dumfries and Galloway are closed ... and biking routes at Dalbeattie Forest and Mark Hill, near Kippford, were closed. The Wild Watch purple walking trail ...

A number of forestry trails across Dumfries and Galloway are closed as staff work ... As of Monday morning, all walking and biking routes at Dalbeattie Forest and Mark Hill, near Kippford, were closed ...

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Today’s vote, however, represents a more difficult and important decision for councillors, - and looks less likely to result in such a clear win for the No Galloway National Park campaign.

A call has been made for the consultation on a potential Galloway National Park to be paused. Galloway and West Dumfries MSP Finlay Carson claims there are “several significant and serious chall ...

Councillors in Dumfries and Galloway have confirmed they are "undecided" as to whether plans for a national park in the area should go ahead. The proposals for a park in Galloway has caused ...