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Created a Burgh of Barony in 1596 and a Royal Burgh in
1617, Stranraer is a busy ferry port with many a tale to tell. Since early times the proximity to Ireland has established close links with the Emerald Isle and other lands bounding the Irish
Sea with the sheltered waters of Loch Ryan providing a safe harbour.
There is much to do in Stranraer and its hinterland - outside when the weather is fine, and using the
modern facilities of the town in inclement weather. Take a walk around 'the
Troon' and along the shore, visiting the museum and the Castle of St. John where the view from the roof is
magnificent. Follow the Town Trail and discover
for yourself. Stranraer is a great centre for the serious walker and is skirted by the southern upland way
for those who enjoy a garden walk; three famous gardens in the area are open to the public - Castle Kennedy,
Glenwhan and Logan. Children love Agnew Park with its pedal boats, train rides, adventure playground and crazy golf.
Their elders can enjoy a seat to watch the ferries set off up the loch en route for Ireland. There are two bowling greens in the town, at West End and Stranraer Bowling Club, where the visitors are
welcome. Visit Stair Park to play tennis, watch a football match, or relax in the Gardens of Friendship. Enjoy 18 holes of golf at Creachmore, or travel a wee bit further to the Wigtown Country Club
at Glenluce, or Dunskey at Portpatrick. Stranraer has several beaches, but travel a few miles out to the
Over the years, Stranraer has served as a market town, seaport, garrison town and administrative centre. Today it is an ideal focal point for those with leisure time to spend in the town and in the
surrounding gentle countryside and New England Bay for miles of sand, or all around the loch for pebbly beaches. The
Sailing Club at Wig Bay is a haven for yachts of all sizes, when it's wet visit the Ryan Centre and swim in the Leisure Pool. Over the years, Stranraer has served as a market town, seaport, garrison town and administrative centre. Today it
is an ideal focal point for those with leisure time to spend in the town and in the surrounding gentle countryside |
