The bridge over the River Dee at Kirkcudbright was built in 1926 by the engineers Mouchel. It provided a direct route west out of the town, rather than having to head north via Tongland Bridge first. However, old maps suggest that there may have been an earlier bridge on the site.
The bridge is a massive 5 span reinforced concrete structure, where each span is supported by tied arch trusses overhead. Unlike many other similar structures, the arches are not tied across the carriageway, mainly because they are too shallow to then allow traffic through! Below the spans the piers are paired and while only two stand in the river at low tide, at high tide all are partially submerged.
The bridge is signed as a Weak Bridge with a 17T weight limit, and for some unknown reason, has Wig-Wag signs at either end.

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"Lovely bedroom, nice views out window.excellent dinner, very well looked after by Mike the bartender, waiter. Good breakfast.Very well looked after. We only did one night but wished we'd had 2 or3,lovely area."

SAR 512 total

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"Great location. Staff were pleasant and helpful "

SAR 329 total

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"Beautiful location "

"Mandy and her crew could not be more welcoming! Great breakfast, an excellent room, and a super location. Definitely recommend a stay here."

"my stay was excellent, the host Sue was very friendly and made us feel very welcome, the rooms are great, big and comfortable"

SAR 522 total

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4 Sep - 5 Sep

"Very comfortable Wonderful service. So welcoming. Food delicious. Highly recommend "

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"Excellent service and comfort in a delightful setting"

"This is a lovely place to stay. The Cornmill is right down by the shore of the Cree estuary and Garlieston is a fabulous old village with the Harbour Inn providing good food (advisable to book, though, as our landlady kindly told us). Lovely walks, bike rides and places of historical interest in the vicinity. Katy at the Cornmill was kindness itself - her breakfasts are fantastic and if there's anything else you need, you only needed to ask. Hoping to go back, not least to take advantage of her...

"Very high standard of decor and facilities. Isolated but perfect for dog owners. Owner recommended very dog friendly pub for meal a short drive away in Kippford."

"Beautiful location; good sized room; excellent breakfast; very friendly and welcoming "

"Our room was large and extremely comfortable with the bonus of a sofa to sit on and a view out over the river. We were lucky enough to get a brief sunset over the river on the first night. Everywhere was furnished to a high standard and was spotlessly clean. We were made very welcome and the hostess was keen to ensure we had enough information about the local area to make sure we fully enjoyed our stay, found places to eat in the evening, etc. It's a short drive into the centre of Kirkcudbright,...

"Booking not recognised at time of arrival. Luckily they had a room spare"

"The host was lovely and the property just stunning. Comfortable stay in a beautiful location"

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If you're looking for something a little different than your standard hotel experience, a stay at a bed and breakfast could be the perfect alternative for your trip. If you'd like to learn more about Kirkcudbright through its top sites and landmarks, Dundrennan Abbey and Broughton House are some notable monuments to check out.

Why consider B&Bs instead of traditional hotels?

With attentive service, opportunities to socialize with other guests, and top-rated breakfasts, B&Bs all have a truly one-of-a-kind setting.

What are the best B&Bs in Kirkcudbright?

You might consider checking out these B&Bs in Kirkcudbright: Fludha Guest House: 6 rooms. Enjoy the free full breakfast and patio area. Gladstone House: 3 rooms.

When is the best time to book my B&B in Kirkcudbright?

When you're dreaming of a stay in Kirkcudbright, be sure to take into account the year-round temperatures. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 57°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Kirkcudbright is 49 inches.

What is there to do in Kirkcudbright?

When you want to explore some cultural attractions on your trip, The Whitehouse Gallery and Stewartry Museum are worthy sites to check out. You might put Kirkandrews Bay and Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park on your list if you want to see more of the area.

How can I get to and around Kirkcudbright?

You can plan your excursions in and around Kirkcudbright ahead of time with these transportation options. Fly into Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick), which is located 51.4 mi (82.7 km) away from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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