A wide range of activities have been arranged in Kirkcudbright in 2008 suitable for all age groups and interests. Summer Festivities events have been organised through July & August including Photo Exhibitions, Art Exhibitions and musical events.

A small sample of these events is listed below however at Anchorlee B&B we can provide guests with information on things to do and places to visit to ensure you enjoy your stay in Kirkcudbright, Dumfries & Galloway.

Spring Fling - 24th - 26th May 2008

Art and craft open studio event. Make a weekend of it in Dumfries and Galloway

Kirkcudbright Jazz Festival 2008

12th, 13th, 14th and 15th June.

A celebration of classic New Orleans and Dixieland Jazz and Swing music, with a Saturday street parade of decorated brollies, aSunday jazz service and opportunities to dine to jazz in local restaurants.
Starts 8pm on Thursday 12th June

Medieval Fayre - Saturday 21st June 2008

Venue: Soaperie Gardens, Kirkcudbright. 10am to 4pm

The 2007 Medieval Fayre was a great family fun day with entertainment and all sorts of activities for the young and not so young.. There was also a good selection of craft and jumble tables. There was an excellent turnout and a great day was had by all. We plan to make the 2008 Fayre even better.

Galloway Children's Festival - Sunday 6th July, 2008

Soaperie Gardens, Kirkcudbright, Sunday 6th July, 2008; 11.00 am - 3.00pm.

The Galloway Children's Festival is an important and eagerly awaited event in Kirkcudbright's ever-increasing collection of summertime events. With all kinds of entertainment for children of all ages With all kinds of entertainment for children of all ages including story-telling, music, play-acting, clowns and rides there is plenty to hold their attention and fascination over the day.

Thursday 17th July 2008, Thursday 24th July 2008, Thursday 31st July 2008,
Thursday 7th August 2008, Thursday 14th August 2008 and Thursday 21st August 2008. 7pm - 8.30pm each night.

And best of all - ENTRY IS FREE.

Cream o' Galloway

Adventure playground, indoor play, family bike tracks, miles of nature trails and wildlife spotting. Daily farm tours and ice cream tasting events. Luxury ice cream, delicious meals and snacks.

The Wickerman Festival 2008

25th - 26th July 2008

Winner of the UK Best Grass Roots Festival Award 2007, the festival takes its inspiration from the 70s cult movie , filmed in Dumfries & Galloway, which climaxes with the burning os a giant wickerman.

Olive and Alastair Grant
Anchorlee Bed & Breakfast Accommodation
95 St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright,
Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland, DG6 4EL
Tel: 01557 330197
Email: olive@anchorlee.co.uk