Marinas · Scottish Lowlands
Glencaple Quay
In or near Cargenbridge.
Glencaple Quay — a marina in scotland lowlands.
James T M Towill — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Dumfries · 8.0 km
About
Glencaple Quay is a marina located in scotland lowlands. A British marina providing moorings, fuel, chandlery and shore facilities for sail and motor craft. Most also welcome visiting boaters. quay in the River Nith at Glencaple, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK
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Protected designations
- Ramsar wetland: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Glencaple Quay is a marina located in the Scottish Lowlands. It serves as a point for boat moorings and offers amenities for maritime activities. The quay is characterised by its scenic views and proximity to local walking trails. Visitors can expect a tranquil setting ideal for leisure and exploration of the surrounding landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 55.0027, -3.5747
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG1 4RE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Nearest railway station
- Dumfries — 8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q124372360 (CC0)
Other places nearby
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Villages · 0.2 km
Watch Craig
Mountains & hills · 1.5 km
Kirkconnel House
Literary houses · 1.5 km
Kelton
Villages · 1.6 km
Highmains Hill
Mountains & hills · 2.3 km
Airds Hill
Mountains & hills · 2.3 km
Kirkconnell
Villages · 2.7 km
Kelton Cove
Mountains & hills · 2.8 km
Abbot's Tower
Castles · 2.9 km
Caerlaverock House
Historic houses · 3.1 km
Caerlaverock Parish Church And Churchyard
Historic churches · 3.2 km
Bankend Hill
Mountains & hills · 3.2 km
Nearby
📷 5📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Watch Craig
Watch Craig — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Literary houses · Scottish Lowlands
Kirkconnel House
Kirkconnel House — a literary house museum in scotland lowlands.
📷 5📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Highmains Hill
Highmains Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Airds Hill
Airds Hill — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 58 m.
Where to eat & stay near Glencaple Quay
Places to stay
📷 5Campsites · Scottish Lowlands
Marthrown of Mabie
Marthrown of Mabie — a campsite in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Hostels · Scottish Lowlands
Marthrown of Mabie
Marthrown of Mabie — a hostel in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Dumfries Caravan Park
Dumfries Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
📷 3Hotels · Scottish Lowlands
Comlongon Castle (Hotel)
Comlongon Castle (Hotel) — a hotel in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Camping Beeswing
Camping Beeswing — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Partridge Cottage CAMC CL
Partridge Cottage CAMC CL — a caravan park in scotland lowlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Queen O' The South Public House, 8-10 Nith Place, Dumfries
Queen O' The South Public House, 8-10 Nith Place, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The Globe Inn, 56 High Street, Dumfries
The Globe Inn, 56 High Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
73-77 English Street, Dumfries
73-77 English Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Rob Roy Public House, 63-65 Queensberry Street, Dumfries
Rob Roy Public House, 63-65 Queensberry Street, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
75 Friars Vennel, Dumfries
75 Friars Vennel, Dumfries in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The Farmers Inn
The Farmers Inn in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Glencaple Quay?
- Glencaple Quay is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG1 4RE).
- What is Glencaple Quay?
- Glencaple Quay — a marina in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Glencaple Quay?
- The nearest railway station is Dumfries, about 8.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode DG1 4RE.
- Is Glencaple Quay a protected site?
- Yes — Glencaple Quay is part of the Upper Solway Flats & Marshes Ramsar wetland.
- How do I get to Glencaple Quay?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DG1 4RE. It sits within the Dumfries and Galloway parliamentary constituency.