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The Doonhamer

Beware of cynicism dressed up as wisdom

Vol. III · Est. 2023 · 5½p where sold

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Transport

Carsethorn

Carsethorn is where the Solway starts to feel like the sea. By the time the river Nith reaches Carsethorn it has given up its integrity and become a firth. A single row of cottages sits facing a shore so wide that at low tide you can lose...

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Criffel (from New Abbey)

Criffel is the prominent hill seen from most places in Dumfries. Everyone can see it, but fewer climb it. Criffel sits at the bottom of every street that faces south and it tells you what the weather is doing before the forecast does. It...

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