WALKERS AND CYCLISTS

There are many beautiful walks with plentiful wildlife in and around this part of the countryside for the enthusiastic hill walker, and for the not-so enthusiastic you can take a stroll along the woodlands and the riverside walks.

We welcome both walkers and cyclists. We are happy to pick up any walker within a six mile radius of Allershaw, who simply can’t walk any further.  Equally we can drop off the next morning at your required location.

Maps of walks in the area are available  - just ask. Packed Lunches and a drink can be provided at a cost of £5.50 per person. We would however appreciate ordering when booking or on arrival.

We have a weather station on the property which can give walkers and cyclists an accurate indication of wind speed and weather for the day in the area.

We have broadband connection and guests are welcome to use our computer for print out of weather forecasts, maps etc. Drying facilities and washing machine are available for those who have braved the weather.

Golf

There are many golf courses within a short drive of Allershaw House. You can make playing golf in easy on yourself and your pocket with the Gateway to Golf pass. Buy a 6-Round Pass for £75 or try a 10-Round Weekday Pass for £95, valid for any five consecutive days and simply hand in a voucher for every 18-holes you play.

Visit Gateway to Golf for more information.

Golfers are welcome at the Thornhill Golf Club (instituted in 1893) either as single players or in small parties. The 18 hole golf course is siutated on a plateau above the village and overlooks the Nith Valley. The S.S.S is 70 and the length of the course is 6124 yards.

There are numerous other courses within a short drive, a selection of these are listed below.

The Pines Golf Centre

This course built on a mixture of undulating grazing land, heathland and woodland with some significant water features, is a challenge to golfers of all abilities. Many dogleg holes and interesting green positions will make your round of golf very memorable. Facilities include Clubhouse with Locker Room, Lounge Bar, and Driving Range.

Southerness Golf Club

A relatively new course opened in 1947, this 6566 yard Par 72 is one of the United Kingdom's most famous championship coastal links courses. Handicap certificates are required as this course is not for the faint hearted.

Dumfries & County Golf Club

A 5928 Par 69, 18 hole course set in fairly flat parkland, bordered on the north and the west by the river Nith. The greens and fairways are kept in superb condition, providing a perfect setting for an excellent round of golf.

Dumfries & Galloway Golf Club

A challenging 18 hole course measuring 6325 yards, set in rolling countryside on the western outskirts of Dumfries. With immaculately kept greens and fairways this Par 71 course provides a good test for golfers of all abilities.