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image:The kids zone at Agnew Park. Harbour Lights Guest House, Stranraer.Stranraer is situated on the southern end of Loch Ryan in Galloway, on Scotland's beautiful west coast. Within easy drive of the town, and Harbour Lights Guest House, are the Galloway Forest Park, miles of rugged coastline, numerous picturesque villages and rolling countryside. Horse riding and pony trekking can be found in the area whilst angling is well catered for with numerous places one can cast from. There are several Charter Hire companies operating out of the Rhins of Galloway, should you fancy a day at sea after Tope and suchlike.

image: The waterfalls at Glenwhan Gardens.Harbour Lights Guest House, Stranraer.The town itself boats the modern Ryan Leisure Centre complete with Gym, Swimming pools, Sauna, Sports Hall and even a Theatre with Bar! Locally there are numerous food outlets offering cuisine from a wide range of cultures; Italian, Turkish, Chinese, Indian and Scottish. D&G Tourist Information number: 01776 702595

image: There are several golf courses close to the Harbour Lights Guest House.Golfing is well catered for locally, with the nearby Stranraer Golf Course offering a challenging 18 holes on an award winning course alongside Loch Ryan. Lagganmore, on the road into Portpatrick, welcomes visitors and offers great views over the local countryside. At the village of Portpatrick itself are the courses at Dunskey (18 holes) on the cliff tops, and Dinvin (9 Holes). Visitors are welcome at all local courses, although Handicap cards may be required at some - please check with the club before visiting!

image: Sunset from the Rhins of Galloway - image by South Rhins Web Design. Harbour Lights Guest House, Stranraer.If you enjoy all things gardening, then you too will be suitably impressed with the quality of the gardens open to the public locally. At Dunragit (on the A75) to the east of Stranraer stand the amazing Glenwhan Gardens - once 12 acres of wasteland, now a stunning aboreal and horticultural delight. Closer to hand are the Castle Kennedy Gardens beside Loch Inch Castle - home to the annual Galloway Garden Festival. Towards the south of the Rhins of Galloway are to be found Logan Botanic Garden and Logan House Gardens, both about 2 miles from Port Logan, and the gardens at Ardwell village.

image: Agnew Park, palm tress flourish in the Gulf Stream climate. Harbour Lights Guest House, Stranraer.The Harbour Lights Guest House is close to the town centre, with a number of pubs and clubs within easy reach. Agnew Park, with its kids play area, boating lake, small beach and model railway is across the road from the guest house. There are also a number of automobile repair outlets in town should you require them. The area is well served with taxis and public transport is of a fair quality should you wish to explore by Day Rover ticket. Finally, check out the award winning Colfin Smokehouse for great local produce, smoked!
image: Harbour Lights Guest House, Stranraer - an image of a lighthouse.
 

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