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Glenamour
Where we are
Latest forest information
The Glenamour car park is closed due to storm damage. Please check this page for updates before travelling.
About
Peaceful forest roads with fine views over Newton Stewart
Head for this quiet area of forest near Newton Stewart for great views. Unmarked forest trails link up to the white Larg Hill Trail, allowing for a welcome diversion for coffee and cake at Kirroughtree Forest Café.
Activities
Horse riding
The wide forest roads here make this an ideal place for horse-riding. There's room in the car park for a couple of horse boxes.
Facilities and access
The nearest public toilets by car are in Newton Stewart. You’ll also find toilets (including accessible facilities) at the Kirroughtree Forest Café.
Car parking information
There is no charge to park in this car park. Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates.
Getting here
The car park for Glenamour is on the east side of the A712 (also known as The Queen's Way), 2½ miles from Newton Stewart.
Using SatNav?
DG8 7AE is the nearest postcode.
Get in touch
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Phone
0300 067 6900 (option 2)
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