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Dumfries Town Walk

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Overview

Circular walk around Dumfries with the River Nith quite close by for a lot of the walk. Walk is a mixture of pavements, paths and quiet roads.

Tuesday, 16 December 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
15km / 9.3mi
Ascent:
151m / 495ft
Type:
circular

Those attending the last Dumfries walk were pleasantly surprised at how nice a town it is. Parking can be tight at Dock Park so car sharing is advised.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
NX 97378 75620
Nearest postcode:
DG1 2QL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Dock Park Car Park

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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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