Dalbeattie
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Dalbeattie in Scottish Gaelic is Dail Bheithe, which means the "Valley of the Birch Trees". It is a town in Dumfries and Galloway, formerly in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Dalbeattie is located in a wooded valley on the Urr Water five miles east of Castle Douglas. It is situated at the junction of A710, A711 and A745 roads, terminates a mile to the west at Buittle Bridge.
This town was formerly known for granite quarrying, this industry played a crucial role in the economy of the region, but the work now remains in the history books. Dalbeattie granite was used to build parts of Windsor Castle. The town is also famous for being the hometown of William McMaster Murdoch, the first officer of the RMS Titanic who died when the ship sank in 1912.
There are indications from Court Records that there was a settlement here as early as 1658 and a further mention in 1747, along with evidence from Presbytery records that there was a School Master in Dalbeattie in 1751. The formal beginnings of Dalbeattie were in 1781 when George Maxwell of Munches and Alexander Copeland of Kings grange, decided to encourage the development of the town by leasing their property. The Maxwells owned the land on the North side of the Burn and the Copelands owned the land on the South side.
The chunks of leased lands consist of individual pieces, which fronting a street with enough space to build a house and adequate space for growing vegetables and rearing chicken and pigs. Each feu also had the right to cut peat from Aucheninnes Moss. This was very important as fuel was scare in Galloway, coal was expensive and there were very few trees, unlike today. The feu duties brought in an income for the landowners and gave security for the tenants.
The changes attracted more people to the town and the building of the bridge over the River Urr at Craignair in 1797 increased the prominence of the town. The development and rapid expansion of the Granite Industry in Dalbeattie attracted more people to settle in the town. By 1810 work in the quarries increased and over the next 30 years many traders settled and founded businesses in Dalbeattie. The Harbour, The Dub O Hass, was flourishing, and Carswells Grain Mill and Biggars Manure Mill both started trading.
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Dalbeattie Hotels & Accommodation
Accommodation in Dalbeattie offers many choices for the visitors. The accommodation facilities include hotels, holiday cottages and bed and breakfast with a wide range of comfort facilities, which when blend together with the serene beauty of Dalbeattie and the surrounding areas will offer you a pleasant holiday stay.
Hotels near Dalbeattie
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Lochanview Log cabins Dalbeattie sleeps 6
Lochanview Log Cabins are in a much sought after area on the outskirts of the yachting village of Kippford, Dumfries and Galloway,
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Dalbeattie Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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Gillie Cottage near Carsthorn in Dumfries & Galloway - Sleeps 2
Former fisherman's cottage refurbished for two people. Wifi - Yes. No Pets
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Shetland Cottage, Dalbeattie - Sleeps 3-4
On a working farm and boasting panoramic views of the surrounding Dumfriesshire area, these three single-storey barn conversions have their own private hot tubs and enjoy a peaceful, secluded location.
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The Hereford Cottage, Dalbeattie - Sleeps 5
Situated on a working farm and boasting stunning, panoramic views of the surrounding area, these three single-storey barn conversions have their own private hot tubs and enjoy a peaceful, secluded location... -
Badgers' Rest, Sandyhills - Sleeps 6
This Scandinavian-style lodge overlooking a loch is located in an idyllic setting, surrounded by hills and forests teeming with wildlife, and only a short walk from Sandyhills beach. It is an ideal base fo... -
Ruby Cottage, Dalbeattie, sleeps 4
Situated at the residential end of the high street, this original terraced holiday cottage, with large enclosed gardens, enjoys all the convenience of a town centre location whilst remaining within easy wa... -
Helm's Deep, Sandyhills - Sleeps 6-8
This Scandinavian style log cabin is surrounded by parkland and boasts beautiful views of the loch and golf course. Just a short walk from one of the finest beaches along this unspoilt coast at Sandyhills ... -
Kirkfield, Solway Firth, sleeps 6
Forming the upper portion of a country house, this spacious holiday property is situated in a quiet location on the edge of the popular seaside village of Rockcliffe with stunning elevated views from all ... -
The Angus Cottage, nr Dalbeattie - Sleeps 4
Situated on a working farm and boasting stunning, panoramic views of the surrounding area, these three single-storey barn conversions have their own private hot tubs and enjoy a peaceful, secluded location... -
Rockcliffe, nr. Dalbeattie, sleeps 6
Situated in a cul-de-sac, with superb views across the Solway Firth and Rough Island bird reserve. The small seaside village of Rockcliffe is 6 miles from Dalbeattie and 4 miles from Kippford. Rockcliffe i... -
Ash Lodge, Sandyhills, sleeps 8
Surrounded by parkland and countryside, several steps lead to this privately-owned lodge which overlooks the park’s loch. Within a holiday complex, which consists of approximately 70 lodges, it is ju... -
Lanbe,nr. Dalbeattie, sleeps 6
In a quiet location on the edge of the popular seaside village of Rockcliffe and with views to the Solway Firth, this detached holiday cottage provides a peaceful retreat. This is an area popular with walk... -
Kenmuir, Dalbeattie, sleeps 6
This spacious detached country residence is situated in the owners’ grounds and offers a peaceful holiday location from which to explore this unspoilt area of South West Scotland. It offers magnifice... -
Forest Edge, Dalbeattie, sleeps 4
This 19th century semi-detached holiday cottage is in a quiet location on the edge of Dalbeattie, with stunning views over surrounding hills. Over the garden wall lie miles of walks through Dalbeattie Woo... -
Red Kite,nr. Dalbeattie, sleeps 4
This holiday property is set amidst a park of similar lodges, amidst woodland just 400 yards from the beach of Sandyhills. Visit castles, gardens, museums and art galleries. Cycling, walking, sailing and r... -
Bainloch Lodge, sandy hills, sleeps 8
This Scandinavian style detached lodge is located in an idyllic setting, surrounded by hills and forests teeming with wildlife, only a quarter mile inland from Sandyhills beach. On site facilities include ... -
Screel Lodge, nr Dalbeattie, sleeps 6
This luxury timber lodge is one of ten holiday properties situated in woodland adjacent to an 18-hole golf course. This particular lodge commands lovely views across the golf course to the distant hills. ... -
Bengairn, nr. Dalbeattie, sleeps 6
This luxury log cabin is situated in a small select group of 10 with open views across the hills and Solway Firth to the Lake District. This beautiful bright and sunny holiday home has a traditional timber fra... -
Broclach, Dalbeattie, sleeps 6
This Scandinavian-style, detached holiday lodge is located in an idyllic setting, surrounded by hills and forests teeming with wildlife, only 500 yards from Sandyhills beach. Guests have shared use of the indoor... -
Loch View, nr. Dalbeattie, sleeps 8
This Scandinavian style log cabin is surrounded by parkland and boasts beautiful views of the loch and golf course. Just a short walk from one of the finest beaches along this unspoilt coast at Sandyhills ...