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Distances in these cards are measured from the centre of the DG7 postcode district.

County or areaDumfries and Galloway
Postcode districtDG7
Telephone code01644
Time zoneEurope/London (GMT/BST)
Daylight through the yearLongest day (Jun 21): 17 h 24 min4:36 am – 10:00 pmShortest day (Dec 21): 7 h 9 min8:40 am – 3:49 pm
Sun todaySunrise –Sunset –
People3,642 residentsin the Glenkens census areaMedian age 54.81,733 households71% of homes owner-occupied49% owned outright11% social rented, 14% private rentedSource: National Records of Scotland, Census 2022
Work and commuting1.8% unemployment rate55% of adults are economically active, 1,712 in work, 33% retiredMain industries: farming, forestry and fishing 14%, health and social work 14%, retail and wholesale 11%Getting to work: 41% work from home, 51% go by car, 2% take public transport, 5% walk or cycle32% of those who travel work within 10 km of homeSource: National Records of Scotland, Census 2022
Education and languages35% of adults hold a degree or higher16% have no qualifications, 7% an apprenticeshipMain language: English 99%, other languages 1%Source: National Records of Scotland, Census 2022
ClimateWarmest month July: highs 18°C, lows 10°CColdest month January: highs 6°C, lows 0°C1,805 mm of rain a year, 67 days with 10 mm or morewettest month January75 days of air frost, 4 summer days above 25°C in a typical yearJanuary: 0 to 6°CJFebruary: 0 to 6°CFMarch: 1 to 8°CMApril: 3 to 11°CAMay: 5 to 15°CMJune: 8 to 17°CJJuly: 10 to 18°CJAugust: 10 to 18°CASeptember: 8 to 16°CSOctober: 5 to 12°CONovember: 2 to 9°CNDecember: 0 to 6°CD20°0°Source: Met Office HadUK-Grid 1991-2020 averages, 2 km grid (highs and lows from the 12 km grid)
Nearby landmarksHorse Poollake · under a mileHells Holewaterfall · under a mileBucks Linnwaterfall · under a mileUpper Lochlake · under a mileGlenlee Glenglen · under a mileDunveoch Glenglen · under a mileGarroch Hillhill · under a mileGlenlee Hillhill · under a mileSource: Ordnance Survey Open Names
Earthquakes32 of magnitude 2 or more within 50 miles since 19704 of magnitude 3+, 1 of magnitude 4+Largest: magnitude 4.0 on 4 Mar 199946 mi away, Arran, StrathclydeMost recent: magnitude 2.0 on 30 May 202244 mi away, Arran, North AyrshireSource: British Geological Survey earthquake database
Air qualityNO2 1.2 · PM2.5 4.0 · PM10 5.9 µg/m³annual mean concentrations, 2024Within the WHO guidelines for all threeSource: DEFRA modelled background pollution maps 2024, 1 km grid
Broadband31% of premises can get gigabit-capable broadband94% can get superfast (30 Mbit/s or more)1.1% cannot get a decent connection (below the 10 Mbit/s universal service obligation)2,046 residential premises in the census areaSource: Ofcom Connected Nations, July 2025
Elevation69 m226 ft above sea levelLand within 1 km ranges from 67 to 250 mSource: Ordnance Survey, OS Terrain 50
Local servicesHospitalCastle Douglas Community Hospital16 miGP surgeryGlenkens Medical Practice3.0 miPharmacyGlenkens Medical Practice3.0 miSource: NHS Organisation Data Service; Public Health Scotland
SchoolsWithin 2 mi2 schools1 primary, 1 secondaryPrimaryDalry Primary School1.4 miSecondaryDalry Secondary School1.4 miSource: Scottish Government, school contact details
Getting aroundAirportGlasgow Prestwick Airport PIK31 miRailway stationNew Cumnock21 miFerryGirvan Harbour Ferry Terminal28 miSources: Department for Transport NaPTAN; OurAirports; Overture Maps

Distances in these cards are measured from the centre of the DG7 postcode district.


6 Pubs in Garroch in 2 categories

 

 

8 Restaurants in Garroch in 3 categories

 

 

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22 Shops in Garroch in 10 categories

 

 

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15 Home improvement in Garroch in 4 categories

 

 

6 Health and beauty in Garroch in 6 categories

 

 

16 Attractions in Garroch in 5 categories

 

 

3 Property services in Garroch in 2 categories

 

 

6 Education in Garroch in 5 categories

 

 

3 Business services in Garroch in 1 category

 

 

2 Leisure in Garroch in 2 categories

 

 

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Top pubs in Garroch

  • Old School House - Twynholm, Castle Douglas

    Bar

    18 Main Street, Twynholm, Castle Douglas, DG7 2AL

    15.8 miles away

    5 star reviewThe best restaurant in Dumfries & Galloway, spacious and attractively furnished. Delicious home cooked food, freshly prepared and beautifully presented. ...

  • Laurie Arms - Castle Douglas

    Bar

    11-13 Main Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 3YA

    15.8 miles away

    5 star reviewThe Laurie Arms is a family-run pub and restaurant with excellent local food in the scenic village of the Haugh ...

  • Boyds Bar - Bellsbank, Ayr

    44A Merrick Dr, Bellsbank, Ayr, KA6 7TJ

    16.5 miles away

    5 star reviewgreat entertainment and also live dj, friendly service, 1 main bar plus lounge for functions, beers garden and pool table. ...

  • J Pringle - Corsock, Castle Douglas

    Corsock, Corsock, Castle Douglas, DG7 3DN

    10.3 miles away

    5 star reviewA Superb Scottish Village Pub, Familly owned and run... Exteamly friendly and welcoming staff and customers, exceptionally good quality food ...

  • Kings Arms - Dalbeattie

    Bar

    94 High Street High Street, Dalbeattie, DG5 4HA

    19 miles away

    4 star reviewWe stayed at this friendly hotel in Autumn 2011 and were the recipents of exceptional kindness during our stay. ...

 

Top restaurants in Garroch

  • Jade Palace - Castle Douglas

    195 King Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 1DZ

    15.5 miles away

    4 star reviewWe had a lovely, reasonably-priced meal one lunchtime in August. Staff nice and friendly too.

 

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  • Polka Dot - Castle Douglas

    Gift Shop

    100 King Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 1LU

    15.4 miles away

    5 star reviewGreat shop with extra special gifts in. Good choice for everyone. LOVE IT.

 

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Top takeaways in Garroch

  • Regent - Ayr, Dalmellington

    44B Merrick Drive, Ayr, Dalmellington, KA6 7TJ

    16.5 miles away

    5 star reviewThere chilli chips are to die for along with there Cantonese chicken chow mien 👌

  • Great Wall Takeaway - Castle Douglas

    Chinese Takeaway

    26B King Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 1AA

    15.4 miles away

    4 star reviewIt is my favourite chinese and the people are so lovley!x

 

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Top home improvement in Garroch

  • Paul Hubbard Decorating Services - Dalbeattie

    Painter Decorator

    1 James Ewart Avenue, Dalbeattie, DG5 4UN

    19.4 miles away

    5 star reviewFrom the original quote to the last brush stroke we had a very professional repaint of all exterior walls of ...

 

Top health and beauty in Garroch

  • Cairnsmore Medical Practice - Creebridge, Newton Stewart

    Medical Center

    Victoria Street, Creebridge, Newton Stewart, DG8 6NR

    15 miles away

    5 star reviewDoctors are always thorough, friendly and willing to listen. Reception is efficient and helpful.

  • Avocet - Newton Stewart

    Sportswear Store

    19 Victoria Street, Newton Stewart, DG8 6BT

    15.1 miles away

    5 star reviewLove Avocet! Very friendly service,always helpful and informative. You can always find something whether it be a gift or just ...

 

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