Album Dumfries and Galloway from Roger (Grisly)

Sea View in all Rooms

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:06:52 +0000

Delve into the archives for this weeks image,
A section of the harbour, Isle of Whithorn Wigtownshire,

HWW shot in 16.9 format therefore a large view recommended

Quayside Creels

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:52:10 +0000

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Quayside and Harbour on the Isle Whithorn, Wigtownshire,

The historical significance of this locale is rooted in its ancient ecclesiastical heritage, having been a focal point of early Christianity in Scotland. Its strategic position has also contributed to its role in maritime activities throughout history. The area offers a picturesque landscape and a sense of historical continuity, making it a point of interest for those exploring the Scottish coast.,

HFF and a good weekend to all,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Large view recommended for detail and clarity

Lower Reaches

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:34:10 +0000

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Of the Dalveen Pass, The pass is known for its sweeping views, rolling green hills, and quiet driving/cycling experience. It's often praised as one of Scotland’s best driving roads, especially southbound for the long, gradual descent.

It has been an important route since ancient times, with a Roman road running through the northern end (near Durisdeer, where a Roman fortlet remains)
The area features glacial features, including a U-shaped valley, and lies near the source of the River Clyde.

HFF and a good weekend to all!

Country Church,

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:38:22 +0000

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The church of Scotland, Southwick Parish Church, Built in 1891 and is a Category B listed building
Romanesque/Early Christian and Norman (sometimes described as Early English). It features local grey Galloway granite with red sandstone dressings. It also has a distinctive crossing tower (inspired by the 14th-century tower of St Monans Parish Church in Fife)

A bench on the right for quiet contemplation, HBM and a good week!

Whispering breeze !

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:23:50 +0000

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A quiet corner for peace, contemplation or memories, with only the whispering of a gentle breeze through the leaves to disturb the silence, this is in the grounds of the church of Scotland’s Southwick Parish Church, Dumfries and Galloway!

A previously posted image of the church, can be found here. Country Church,

A real standard with a Celtic twist www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3ZDJMvLYvQ&list=RDo3ZDJMvLYvQ&start_radio=1

HBM and a good week ahead!

Castle Walls!

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:16:56 +0000

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Cardoness Castle is a well-preserved 15th-century Scottish tower house located just southwest of Gatehouse of Fleet, In Dumfries and Galloway"
Six-storey rectangular (plus a former garret), about 56 feet (17 m) tall to the battlements.
Thick walls (up to 10 feet / ~3 m at the base, generally 2.5 m).

Six-storey rectangular tower house (plus a former garret), about 56 feet (17 m) tall to the battlements.
Thick walls (up to 10 feet / ~3 m at the base, generally 2.5 m).

A large view perhaps and HWW!

One and Two Parts

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Sat, 30 May 2026 20:20:36 +0000

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A selection of benches with a view of the Solway Firth, from Port William, which is is a small fishing village in the parish of Mochrum, Dumfries and Galloway (historically Wigtownshire), on the coast of Luce Bay in southwest Scotland,

Originally known as Killantrae ("Church on the Beach"), linked to early Christian history near St. Ninian's Whithorn. In the 1770s, Sir William Maxwell of Monreith developed it as a planned village with a harbor (one of the first in western Galloway). It was renamed Port William in his honor and had a history tied to smuggling!

HBM and a good week to all!

Red Kite,

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Fri, 29 May 2026 18:03:37 +0000

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Red Kite lit by evening sun, The image has had a hard crop , Sadly I only had a 70mm landscape lens on the camera at the time!

A large view may help!

Red Kites at Days End.

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Wed, 27 May 2026 17:09:46 +0000

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Four of a flock fifteen or sixteen in number of Red Kites that arrived as the farmer cut the cornfield,while the last of the days sun still catches the tree tops and highlights the birds!

Red Kites The birds have spread, with populations growing through natural dispersal and high productivity (around 1.8 young per laying pair on average). By 2012, there were about 214 breeding pairs. More recent estimates suggest around 350 breeding pairs in Scotland, though growth has been slower than in England,

Large view recommended! HFF and a great weekend!

Wigtown County Building

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Tue, 26 May 2026 20:56:04 +0000

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The Wigtown County Buildings (a historic Grade B listed building from 1862 in The Square),

HWW to one and all!

Skyreburn Bay

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Sat, 23 May 2026 15:02:04 +0000

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Assorted seating at the rear of The Skyreburn Teapot, an excellent stop on the A75 heading to the Mull of Galloway, Skyreburn Bay at low tide as a backdrop, forms part of the larger Fleet Bay, an inlet of the Solway Firth.

Although not an endorsement, this popped up on a well known search engine, The Skyreburn Teapot — A popular roadside café on the A75 near Castle Douglas, offering views over the bay. It serves breakfast, lunch, and snacks (rolls, coffee, cakes) with indoor and outdoor seating. Reviewers praise the location and relaxed vibe.

HBM and a great week for all! ,,,,,,,,,,,,, Large view may be rewarding!

Hazy Day

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Tue, 19 May 2026 19:40:03 +0000

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Portpatrick is a picturesque seaside village and civil parish on the west coast of the Rhins of Galloway peninsula in Dumfries and Galloway, southwest Scotland.
It sits on a stunning bay with colorful pastel houses, a small harbor, and dramatic coastal cliffs overlooking the Irish Sea.
Historically, it was a key ferry port due to its proximity to Northern Ireland (about 21 miles / 34 km to Donaghadee), serving as the shortest sea route

This shows the harbour entrance from the lighthouse on a murky May afternoon.,,,,,,, HWW to all.

On The Edge

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Sat, 16 May 2026 20:11:00 +0000

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Great Sea Views across the Solway Firth from this bench but perhaps not suitable for anyone with a fear of heights, Isle of Whithorn, Wigtownshire, Dumfriese and Galloway,

HBM and a good new week! Better on a large view perhaps!

Main Street!

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Sun, 10 May 2026 15:18:31 +0000

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Parish of Glasserton and Isle of Whithorn Church, Main Street, Isle of Whithorn. Newton Stewart,
Associated with St. Ninian (one of the earliest Christian missionaries in Scotland), who is traditionally said to have landed nearby around 380–431 AD.
Home to the ruined 13th-century St. Ninian's Chapel (linked to Whithorn Priory), which served as a key stopping point for medieval pilgrims arriving by sea and heading to Whithorn.

Evidence of earlier habitation includes ancient clearance cairns, cultivation furrows, and building remains near the chapel.
For much of its history, it acted as the port for the inland town of Whithorn, supporting trade and pilgrimage. Today, it is a quiet, scenic village with a strong sense of history, popular for walking, coastal views, and as a base for exploring the Machars.,,,,,,,,,,,,,, HBM!

From Wall to the Sea.

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Mon, 04 May 2026 20:33:01 +0000

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A fishing boat waits for recovery by tractor and trailer during low tide at Port Logan, in the Rhins of Galloway! Scotland.

It is on the western side of the Rhins peninsula, about 12 miles (19 km) south of Stranraer and 7 miles (11 km) north of the Mull of Galloway.

HWW!

Overcast!

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:22:41 +0000

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A moody sky hopefully adds atmosphere to this view of the bell tower across the small harbour at Port Logan, This is a small, picturesque coastal village in the Rhins of Galloway, Dumfries and Galloway, southwest Scotland,

The Bell Tower also called the Port Logan Lighthouse or Telford's Bell Tower is the most distinctive landmark in the small harbour, It served primarily as a daymark and bell tower to guide fishing boats safely into the harbour in poor visibility or bad weather — the bell would be rung to signal position or warn of hazards.
The Irish Sea, form the waters beyond they in turn are a part of the North Channel!

HBM and a good week to all

A sign of the clearances?

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:47:15 +0000

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The Harvest looks to be ready and the fence helps to support the wall,
This is one of the hundreds of abandoned houses in the Highlands

The Highland Clearances were a series of forced evictions of tenant families from the Scottish Highlands and Islands, primarily between about 1750 and 1860, Landlords (often Scottish clan chiefs or their successors) removed people from their traditional smallholdings to make way for more profitable land uses, especially large-scale sheep farming.

Historians commonly cite around 70,000–150,000 people displaced over the period, with many emigrating to Canada, the US, Australia, or New Zealand.

HFF and a good weekend, Large view the preferred option!

Island Navigation Light!

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:55:42 +0000

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A bench around the base of
The Isle of Whithorn Light (also known as Isle Head Lighthouse or locally as The Cairn) is a small, historic navigation beacon located on the headland at the tip of the Isle of Whithorn, a picturesque coastal village in Dumfries and Galloway, southwestern Scotland. This is one of the most southerly points in Scotland, overlooking the Solway Firth and the Irish Sea.
The structure is a distinctive square, white-painted stone tower, roughly 4 meters (about 13 feet) tall, with a modern lantern on top. It serves as a light beacon for mariners, characterised by a flashing white light (with red sectors) every 3 seconds and a focal height of around 20 meters.

Historians suggest the original structure dates back possibly to the medieval period or before the 18th century, originally perhaps featuring a fire lit on the roof for basic navigation. HBM!

Essential Fence

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:49:57 +0000

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A little short of time this week, therefore a previously uploaded but unused image from the Mull of Galloway!
This was taken from the viewing area outside of the on-site Gallie Craig Coffee House. with a long drop to the rocks below!

HFF and a lovely weekend to all!

Sunset Driveway!

nobody@ipernity.com (Roger (Grisly)) — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 18:20:51 +0000

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Harvest time in Scotland and a strong midsummer sunset as a backlit image, with Knox hill in the background!

Large view recommended and HWW to all!