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There have been some exciting recent developments in the Portpatrick area of interest to those who enjoy a tipple! Bladnoch Distillery near Wigtown Scotland`s most southerly distillery, Bladnoch near Wigtown has been closed for some time. We are delighted that Bladnoch Distillery has been purchased by David Prior, an Australian who has plans to double […]
MoreIn August 2015, Portpatrick Harbour Community Benefit Society announced that shares would be sold in Portpatrick Harbour to provide residents with a stake in the future of this famous landmark. Assuming matters proceed as anticipated, Portpatrick Harbour Community Benefit Society will be the first such society in Scotland with charitable status seeking to raise a […]
MoreThe many gardens in and around Portpatrick hold a host of activities each year. Many of our guests at Rickwood enjoy visiting these gardens – The Gardens of Galloway, when they are on holiday in Portpatrick. We have listed some of these events which we hope will help you plan your holiday. We at Rickwood […]
MorePortpatrick RNLI Lifeboat Week for 2015 starts on 2 August. We still have a few rooms available- contact us now! Lifeboat week is always a very popular time to visit Portpatrick and the week is crammed full of events. Another great reason to stay at Rickwood – our wee hotel by Portpatrick Golf Course. The […]
MoreArts & Crafts Trail in Whithorn 2015 If you are staying with us at Rickwood B&B in Portpatrick on 18 – 19 July we recommend you pop over to Whithorn as they are having a weekend of events and exhibitions, demonstrations and displays. Throughout Whithorn, 12 venues will be open for display of work by […]
MoreOn Saturday 11 July, a convoy of vintage lorries, tractors, vans, maybe a fire engine or two, an anbulance – who knows, will arrive in Portpatrick. By Saturday evening, every available space on and around the sea front and harbour will be filled with an interesting vehicle. It is quite a spectacle and very popular […]
MoreWe were delighted to take delivery today of our first bottle of real ale from the brand new Portpatrick Brewery! From today, our guests will be able to enjoy a bottle of Real Ale which has been brewed near Portpatrick just a couple of miles from Rickwood House. Initially you can choose from either Dorn […]
MoreBrand new for 2015 beside the extensive sands of Luce Bay near Sandhead is StrEatery 82 one of the newest places to eat near Portpatrick. StrEatery 82 is owned and run by Ben and Kati who originate from France and Germany respectively and who are former guests of Rickwood House Hotel in Portpatrick. Last year, […]
MoreSeveral pairs of Black Guillemots can often be seen in Portpatrick Harbour.
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