Kirkudbrightshire News
News
Kirkcudbright celebrates its 450th anniversary as a Royal Burgh with a week-long festival of medieval pageantry and maritime heritage events. Emergency services remain on alert as drought conditions persist, with the River Dee reaching historically low levels and farmers facing water shortages.
Business News
The region’s artisan food sector thrives as Kirkcudbright Creamery secures a major export deal to Scandinavia. The Galloway Dark Sky Park reports record tourism numbers, boosting local hospitality businesses, while marine energy firms explore tidal power opportunities in the Solway Firth.
Economic News
Kirkcudbrightshire’s economy grows by 2.3% in Q2 2025, driven by tourism, agriculture, and renewable energy. However, concerns rise over rising feed costs for livestock farmers, with the National Farmers Union calling for government support.
Political News
Controversy erupts over plans for a new offshore wind farm near the Mull of Galloway, with fishing communities warning of threats to marine life. The SNP faces criticism over delayed road upgrades on the A75, a key freight route to Northern Ireland.
Election News
The Dumfries and Galloway constituency becomes a three-way marginal, with SNP, Conservative, and Labour candidates campaigning hard on rural broadband, fishing rights, and NHS services. The Greens gain traction among younger voters with climate-focused policies.
Employment News
Unemployment drops to 2.8%, the lowest in southwest Scotland, with growth in eco-tourism and food production. A new Galloway Skills Centre opens in Castle Douglas, offering training in sustainable farming and renewable energy.
Business News
Kirkcudbrightshire-based Cream o’ Galloway sees shares rise 6% after expanding into vegan dairy alternatives. Solway Tidal Energy stocks remain stable as investors await government backing for a pilot project.
Forecast
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Monday: Sunny, 19°C
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Tuesday: Cloudy, 17°C
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Wednesday: Light rain, 15°C
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Thursday: Showers, 14°C
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Friday: Sunny intervals, 18°C
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Saturday: Partly cloudy, 19°C
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Sunday: Thunderstorms, 16°C
Entertainment News
Kirkcudbright’s Tolbooth Arts Centre hosts the premiere of "The Artists’ Town", a documentary on the region’s rich artistic legacy. The Galloway Hoard Exhibition returns to the Stewartry Museum, drawing crowds with newly discovered Viking-era treasures.
Upcoming Events
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June 28: Kirkcudbright 450th Anniversary Parade
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June 20: Galloway Country Fair (livestock & crafts)
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June 21: Summer Solstice at Dundrennan Abbey
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June 22: Kirkcudbright Tattoo (military bands & pipes)
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June 24: Stewartry Farmers’ Market
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June 26: Wigtown Book Festival Preview
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June 28: Solway Coast Jazz & Blues Weekend
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June 29: Kirkcudbright Half Marathon
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July 1: Galloway Dark Sky Stargazing Night
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July 3: Castle Douglas Food & Drink Festival
Note: While Kirkcudbrightshire is historically part of Scotland, this report highlights its unique cultural and economic contributions within the UK.
Stay tuned for more updates from Scotland’s "Artists’ Country", where creativity, tradition, and natural beauty thrive!
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