The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Newton Stewart, Scotland

January 10, 2022 Misti Hsu

Newton Stewart (Gd: Baile Ùr nan Stiùbhartach) is a former burgh town in Dumfries and Galloway, southwest Scotland. The town is on the River Cree with most of the town to the west of the river, and is sometimes referred to as the "Gateway to the Galloway Hills".
Restaurants in Newton Stewart

1. Drumtroddan Standing Stones

Near Port William, Newton Stewart Scotland
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Drumtroddan Standing Stones

2. Drumtroddan Cup And Ring Marked Rocks

Airyhassen, Newton Stewart Scotland
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Drumtroddan Cup And Ring Marked Rocks

3. The Book Shop

17 North Main Street, Wigtown, Newton Stewart DG8 9HL Scotland +44 1988 402499 http://www.the-bookshop.com
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4.5 based on 139 reviews

The Book Shop

We don't serve soup. Or seafood platter.

Reviewed By OntheroadRobert - London, United Kingdom

A charming and quirky bookshop which extends into every conceivable book and cranny of the ground floor and staircase of its Wigtown home. There is a wide range of topics and some real gems in terms of rarity and quality. We were allowed to take our dog in even though there seems to be a resident cat, so hats off to the staff for accommodating us.

4. Round House

Newton Stewart Scotland
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Round House

5. Torhouse Stone Circle

4m West of Wigtown on the B733, Wigtown, Newton Stewart 382 565 Scotland https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/torhouse-stone-circle/getting-there/
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Torhouse Stone Circle

Reviewed By H2618XRannah - Liverpool, United Kingdom

Went with my boyfriend who loves archeology and he enjoyed having a little look (I enjoyed looking at the field of cows directly behind it). We were only there for about 15 minutes which was more than enough, but definitely worth a look if you're into stone circles.

6. Randolph Stewart, 9th Earl of Galloway Memorial

Newton Stewart Scotland
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Randolph Stewart, 9th Earl of Galloway Memorial

7. Wigtown Martyers's Monument

Wigtown, Newton Stewart Scotland
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Wigtown Martyers's Monument

Reviewed By bluelizard

A stone monument located at the original site of the Martyr's Stake, dedicated to Margaret Wilson and Margaret McLachlan, who died in 1685. Their faith was unbreakable as they didn't relinquish their beliefs, even as the tide moved in. Very moving. Excellent information boards. You can also visit their gravestones in the parish church. For the monument, go down the hill, passing the parish church on your left, around the corner and into the picnic area, then follow the coastal path and go through the gate onto the wooden boardwalk over the marsh. If you continue along the coastal path you can see the outline of the original harbour and can then head back into town from the end of the path.

8. Glenluce Abbey

Newton Stewart DG8 0AF Scotland +44 1581 300541 [email protected] http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/propertyresults/propertyoverview.htm?PropID=pl_143&PropName=Glenluce%20Abbey
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4.0 based on 58 reviews

Glenluce Abbey

This site is closed for now. We’re working hard to gradually reopen the places you love while making sure the experience is safe for everyone. Find out more about our reopening plans. Founded in 1192 by Roland, Earl of Galloway the magnificent ruins of this Cistercian Abbey are some of the best preserved in Scotland. A fantastic example of a well-preserved fragment of 13th century Cistercian church architecture, Glenluce Abbey occupies a site of great natural beauty in the tranquil and secluded valley of the Water of Luce. The remains include an impressive early 16th century chapter house and a museum of monastic life showcasing the fascinating collection of artefacts found during clearance work. Over the years the abbey's historic visitors have included Robert the Bruce, James IV and Mary Queen of Scots. Follow in their footsteps as you explore the ruins and the thought provoking setting.

9. Carsluith Castle

A75 Carsluith By Marrbury Smokehouse At Carsluith Castle, Newton Stewart DG8 7DY Scotland +44 1671 820476 http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/index/places/propertyresults/propertydetail.htm?PropID=PL_057
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Carsluith Castle

Reviewed By hairdy - Preston, United Kingdom

Stopped off here after leaving Wigtown. Free to walk around and explore, wonderful views over the Solway Firth. Worth a visit then stop at the Smokehouse for some goodies!

10. Wild Goat Park

The Queens Way, Newton Stewart Dg8 7bl, Newton Stewart Scotland http://forestryandland.gov.scot/visit/forest-parks/galloway-forest-park/wild-goat-park
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Wild Goat Park

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