Autumn in the South of Scotland is a special time of year with a charm all its own. The light softens, our landscapes turn from vivid green to a mix of golds, browns, reds and purples, the perfect backdrop however you choose to explore our great outdoors.

In these longer evenings, we love nothing better than to share a good yarn! From literary giants to famous festivals, we invite you to get to know our people through the stories they tell. And after dark, step outside once more and look up. The South of Scotland has some of the darkest skies in the UK and on a clear night, they will dazzle you.