Maryport Holiday Park

Now that you’ve come this far down the peninsula, it’s a given that you’ll want to continue on all the way to the end… and well you should, for the outlook from the Mull of Galloway Lighthouse is pretty spectacular, especially for those folk who climb up to the top for an elevated view. Back down at ground level is an RSPB reserve that’s a popular hangout for all sorts of seabirds: drive down to this pretty part of the world in about 15 minutes if you like, but it’s highly recommended that you amble along the coast path if you can (it’s about an hour and a half’s hike). More gorgeous views – this time with much vegetation to admire? Aim for Logan Botanic Garden (15 minutes’ drive), Ardwell Gardens (15 minutes) and Glenwhan Gardens (half an hour), or mix in fine gardens and stately pads with outings to Castle Kennedy or Glenluce Abbey (each half an hour away). Should all this seaside scenery have you hankering after a taste of the local seafood, schedule a stop in Portpatrick (half an hour), touted by the folk on site as home to the area’s best fish restaurant.