Creetown Business Association

Creetown, originally Ferrytown of Cree, is a small town of about 700 people in Dumfries and Galloway on the north side of the Solway Firth. As the name indicates there was once a ferry crossing the River Cree estuary to the former county town of Wigtown. Internationally, it is best known for its Country Music Festival held annually in September and for being at the centre of filming for the cult movie The Wicker Man. However, the town is also in a central position for visitors to Galloway. Creetown is halfway between Dumfries and Stranraer, but is set back from the A75 trunk route, preserving its calm. Visitors staying in Creetown have excellent access by road to the many local attractions, as well as excellent views across the Solway and the Cree.

Staying in Creetown is a pleasure in itself with much to do and see. You can visit the world famous Gemrock Museum, or learn about Creetown’s history at the marvellous Creetown Heritage Museum. If you like to get out into the countryside you can visit the Balloch Wood, a community run project which has transformed an ancient woodland by restoring paths, ponds and by providing information points along the many pathways. There are many places to stay and eat and the village boasts the only petrol station on the A75 between Stanraer and Dumfries.