Dalbeattie

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Formerly granite quarrying was an important part of the Dalbeattie economy. The industry died down locally around 1883 due to cheaper imports from Denmark. Many of the workers emigrated to other parts of the world in order to find work, a number emigrated to the United States to work at a sister quarry in Westerly, Rhode Island. Granite exported from Dalbeattie went into the Mersey Docks in Liverpool, the Thames Embankment in London, various British lighthouses, even as far as the lighthouse at the southern tip of Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Dalbeattie is credited with developing the technique of polishing granite stone to form a shiny surface. This technique was exported throughout the world by the skilled workers of Dalbeattie as they travelled. #OnTheRoad
Formerly granite quarrying was an important part of the Dalbeattie economy. The industry died down locally around 1883 due to cheaper imports from Denmark. Many of the workers emigrated to other parts of the world in order to find work, a number emigrated to the United States to work at a sister quarry in Westerly, Rhode Island. Granite exported from Dalbeattie went into the Mersey Docks in Liverpool, the Thames Embankment in London, various British lighthouses, even as far as the lighthouse at the southern tip of Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Dalbeattie is credited with developing the technique of polishing granite stone to form a shiny surface. This technique was exported throughout the world by the skilled workers of Dalbeattie as they travelled. #OnTheRoad
Love this house called "the Edge". Great walk along the beach from RSPB Mersehead gives a great view.
Low tide at Rockcliffe
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Rollers at Rockliffe "Come on in, the water's lovely"
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Popular places to visit

Rockcliffe Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Rockcliffe Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Dalbeattie. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

Rockcliffe Beach

Sandyhills Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Sandyhills Beach during your travels in Dalbeattie? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's countryside.

Sandyhills Beach

7stanes - Dalbeattie

You can take time to visit 7stanes - Dalbeattie during your travels to Palnackie. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

7stanes - Dalbeattie

Cities near Dalbeattie

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Lochside Park and Carlingwark Loch at Castle douglas on a summers day, Scotland

Castle Douglas

Love this house called "the Edge". Great walk along the beach from RSPB Mersehead gives a great view.

Rockcliffe

Gorse Covered Outcrop Gorse covered outcrop beside A710
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