Dumfries, Scotland

boomer · 20 April 2009, 20:20

Hi Guys

was not sure where to post this so trying here, if its wrong place please tell me where to go! (sorry for the pun!)

I will, all going well, be in Dumfries area during August, hopefully with a RIB (but thats another story!). Where would the nearest decent launch site to Dumfries be to launch a RIB for some experience voyages for a group of Scouts who will be getting their first experience on a RIB.

Thanks

Shane

K&S · 21 April 2009, 16:16

Hi no experience, never been there with a boat but found this link if it's any use.

http://www.lochkenholidaypark.co.uk/

Grasshopper · 21 April 2009, 18:12

This may be of some help. Never been to the area myself.
http://www.boatlaunch.co.uk/default....ay&nodeid=2222

IBWET · 21 April 2009, 19:01

If you ask for Steve Bean.explain the reason your there,he might look at prices.

http://www.lochviewmotel.co.uk/

It's great for the kids no one looking over your shoulder for camp fires etc (as long the place is treated with respect) and friendly people.

Poly · 21 April 2009, 19:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by K&S

Hi no experience, never been there with a boat but found this link if it's any use.

http://www.lochkenholidaypark.co.uk/

I've been there a long time ago - doubt its big enough to keep a group of Scouts happy for more than an hour - unless there is some training being done in boat handling etc.

boomer · 21 April 2009, 20:36

thanks for the feedback folks,we already have accom sorted out, the scouts going will all be over 18 on a work party at a local scout centre so the rib run is intended to be a reward for them for the week (if an expensive one thanks to ferry fares!)

The slipway at Kippford was what I was looking for just a matter now of getting charts for the area to see what its like.

Thanks

Shane