Places

Things to do

Why not get involved with the Wigtown Literary Festival? Scotland’s National Book Town Festival features readings, performances, exhibitions and debates.

Do you have a fresh idea for something to do? Let us know and we'll update the page accordingly. To submit something you think is interesting, get in touch.

Get away from it all

Moi McCarty got in touch to recommend the County Buildings for fantastic views of Wigtown Bay, local wildlife information and screen links to nesting ospreys.

If local history’s your thing, then check out the Wigtown Museum. Here you can learn about Margaret Wilson and Margaret MacLachlan, the Wigtown Martyrs.

Wigtown is called the 'Book Town' for a reason

If the Museum stirs your interest, take a stroll around the Parish Church graveyard. Here you’ll find three stones commemorating the Martyrs.

Step even further back in time with a visit to the Torhousekie Standing Stones. This series of stone circles is thought to be a Bronze Age observatory.

When was the last time you visited the theatre? The Swallow, in Whithorn, hosts a variety of plays, concerts and other events.

Wigtown street market

Bobbie Ingram got in touch to suggest a visit to the weekly street market which is held every Saturday from Easter until October.  There's also a car boot sale on the first Sunday of every month.

Wigtown is known as the ‘Gateway to the Machars’ so why not head out into the undulating hills and enjoy a few hours exploring the stunning landscape.

Have we missed the best thing about Wigtown? Do you know a great place or upcoming event? E-mail us and we’ll add your suggestion to this page.