The Top 19 Attractions around Keir
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Keir. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Keir is a region where 19
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 11, 2025
Crichope Linn Gorge and Waterfall
Highlight • Viewpoint
Crichope Linn is a fantastic gorge and waterfall located near Thornhill. There is an undulating trail that follows the gorge and you are free to explore as far as it …
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Drumlanrig Castle
Highlight • Viewpoint
Stop outside the 'pink palace' for a breather before or after hitting the trails. There's also a bicycle museum next to the house which is worth checking out.
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Ae Bridge and Carved Bench
Highlight • River
A short walk or ride from the car park is a bridge over the river Ae. A popular place to stop and take photos. Wooden carved bench close to bridge. Easy access to this point and well worth a look
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Dalswinton Barony Church
Highlight • Monument
Built in 1881 the church is one of the few remaining examples of ‘tin’ churches that were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The owner of the …
The owner of the …
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Glenkiln Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
Great views of one of Dumfriesshire's many lochs. The road alongside is well paved and a pleasure to ride.
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Ae Forest Riverside Trail
Highlight • River
lovely flat path at the riverside
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Thornhill Horse Monument
Highlight • Monument
Thornhill is a wonderful village between Dumfries and Sanquhar. It's defined by its broad streets and unique Victorian villas. There are plenty of great places to eat, shop and drink in this attractive hamlet.
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Drumlanrig Woods Trails
Highlight • Trail
Lovely set of trails in Drumlanrig woods. A few tricky red runs for more advanced riders and some nice easy wide forest tracks for beginners. Easy to spend a good few hours here.
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Earshaig Gravel Track (Sustrans Route 10)
Highlight (Segment) • Forest
A Sustrans cycle route via gravel track from Ae forest all the to Beattock stunning views and no one around this is a remote route so make sure you have …
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Peelton Hill Climb Between Moniaive and Tynron
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
Very steep climb / descent over this hill between Moniaive and Tynron. Gradient varies between 7 - 14%. Beautiful ride though - views, green woods, hardly any road traffic.
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View of the Galloways from Locherben Climb
Highlight • Climb
A view across the Galloways from top of the Locherben climb.
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