A warm welcome awaits you in Gatehouse of Fleet in the middle of a National Scenic Area on the edge of the magnificent Galloway Forest Park in the rural heart of Dumfries and Galloway.

Gatehouse of Fleet
Photo by Allan Wright.

This pretty 'wee toon' has much to offer - friendly people, lovely coastal and upland scenery, individual shops and a choice of excellent accommodation.

Gatehouse caters for a wide range of interests. The area is steeped in history and supports many interesting species of wildlife. There are opportunities for a variety of sporting activities, including golf, sailing, mountain biking and fishing. Above all, this is a peaceful beauty spot in which to relax and unwind.

Gatehouse of Fleet is a town for all seasons. In winter you can get to know the local people as you enjoy Christmas and Hogmanay in convivial atmosphere away from the commercialism of the big cities.

April, May and June are often the most glorious months with lighter evenings and the countryside full of blossom.

Summer has many family entertainments on offer including Gala Week, which commences the last Sunday in July, along with the delights of days on the beach.

The changing tints of the Autumn bring their own charm. All year round Gatehouse is the ideal place for a short break or longer stay.

Brochure Illustration
Brochure Illustration of
Gatehouse of Fleet by Clare Melinsky.
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News

Property for Sale
We have added a new section to the site listing properties for sale in and around Gatehouse. To view what is currently available click here.

Wind Turbine generates cash for Gatehouse
“The wind turbine at Rainton is now generating energy for Cream o’ Galloway and cash for Gatehouse. That is good news for our community and good news for Cream o’ Galloway” said Gatehouse Development Chairman David Steel, as he was handed a cheque for £2400 by Cream o’ Galloway director David Finlay. More.

Gatehouse Music Festival
Midsummer Music in Gatehouse of Fleet: June 20th-22nd
The Gatehouse Music Festival was resurrected last year after an absence of several years, and this summer will see the festival build on last year's success.  Timed to coincide with the summer solstice, the festival will be a music-filled weekend of pub sessions, open stage slots and special guest musicians. Read more.

Community Planning Study
The CADISPA project presented the Gatehouse of Fleet Community Planning Study at a public meeting in the Murray Arms Hotel, Gatehouse on Thursday 6th March at 7.30pm. For Executive Summary and Recommendations click here.
The full report can be downloaded as a pdf document by clicking here. (2.6Mb)

Garage Site Redevelopment Public Meeting
A public meeting was held on 6 December to discuss the latest proposals for the redevelopment of the Garage site. A copy of the record of the meeting is available here.

Cally Story 
A new publication by the Gatehouse Development Initiative tells the story of the development of the parks and pleasure grounds of Cally. More.

THE WORD
A new literary festival for Gatehouse is launched. More.

Cally Management Plan
The final report has been presented. More.

Gatehouse gets a Sensory Garden
As part of their planned upgrading and development of Garries Park, Gatehouse Development Initiative Group have been awarded a Grant from Dumfries & Galloway Council of £2,000 to match funding of £2,500 from the Awards for All initiative to build a Sensory Garden in Garries Park. more

  
 


Quick Links

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Clubs and Societies
Churches
Community Council
D L Sayers Exhibition
Events
Family History
Festivals and Galas
Forests
Gatehouse Development Initiative
Genealogy
Golf
Near-by towns
Old Photos
Places to visit
Property for Sale
Shops and businesses
The Faeds - Artist Family
The Mill on the Fleet
Walks
YMCA Drop In Centre

External Links

Gatehouse
Gatehouse Webcam
Gatehouse School
St Mary's Episcopal Church

Dumfries and Galloway
Dumfries & Galloway Tourist Board
Dumfries and Galloway Council
Dumfries and Galloway College
University of Glasgow and University of Paisley

 

 

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