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Distances in these cards are measured from the centre of the DG8 postcode district.

County or areaDumfries and Galloway
Postcode districtDG8
Telephone code01465
Time zoneEurope/London (GMT/BST)
Daylight through the yearLongest day (Jun 21): 17 h 24 min4:37 am – 10:02 pmShortest day (Dec 21): 7 h 9 min8:41 am – 3:50 pm
Sun todaySunrise –Sunset –
People5,329 residentsin the Newton Stewart census areaMedian age 52.02,590 households64% of homes owner-occupied45% owned outright21% social rented, 14% private rentedSource: National Records of Scotland, Census 2022
Work and commuting3.2% unemployment rate52% of adults are economically active, 2,291 in work, 34% retiredMain industries: health and social work 16%, retail and wholesale 12%, hospitality 10%Getting to work: 30% work from home, 54% go by car, 2% take public transport, 13% walk or cycle61% of those who travel work within 10 km of homeSource: National Records of Scotland, Census 2022
Education and languages24% of adults hold a degree or higher23% have no qualifications, 8% an apprenticeshipMain language: English 98%, Scots 1%, other languages 2%Source: National Records of Scotland, Census 2022
ClimateWarmest month July: highs 18°C, lows 10°CColdest month February: highs 7°C, lows 1°C2,141 mm of rain a year, 66 days with 10 mm or morewettest month December68 days of air frost, 3 summer days above 25°C in a typical yearJanuary: 1 to 6°CJFebruary: 1 to 7°CFMarch: 1 to 9°CMApril: 3 to 12°CAMay: 5 to 15°CMJune: 8 to 17°CJJuly: 10 to 18°CJAugust: 10 to 18°CASeptember: 8 to 16°CSOctober: 5 to 12°CONovember: 3 to 9°CNDecember: 1 to 6°CD20°0°Source: Met Office HadUK-Grid 1991-2020 averages, 2 km grid (highs and lows from the 12 km grid)
Nearby landmarksSuie Linnwaterfall · 1.9 miLoch Arrochlake · 1.5 miKirriemore Lochlake · 1.6 miSpout Headwaterfall · 2.5 miWhaups Nest Knowehill · under a mileBenmorehill · 1.2 miSource: Ordnance Survey Open Names
Earthquakes23 of magnitude 2 or more within 50 miles since 19703 of magnitude 3+, 1 of magnitude 4+Largest: magnitude 4.0 on 4 Mar 199934 mi away, Arran, StrathclydeMost recent: magnitude 2.0 on 30 May 202233 mi away, Arran, North AyrshireSource: British Geological Survey earthquake database
Air qualityNO2 1.2 · PM2.5 3.9 · PM10 6.0 µg/m³annual mean concentrations, 2024Within the WHO guidelines for all threeSource: DEFRA modelled background pollution maps 2024, 1 km grid
Broadband67% of premises can get gigabit-capable broadband98% can get superfast (30 Mbit/s or more)0.2% cannot get a decent connection (below the 10 Mbit/s universal service obligation)2,756 residential premises in the census areaSource: Ofcom Connected Nations, July 2025
Elevation179 m587 ft above sea levelLand within 1 km ranges from 144 to 307 mSource: Ordnance Survey, OS Terrain 50
Local servicesGP surgeryGalloway Hills Medical Practice11 miSource: NHS Organisation Data Service; Public Health Scotland
Getting aroundAirportGlasgow Prestwick Airport PIK27 miRailway stationBarrhill9.3 miFerryGirvan Harbour Ferry Terminal15 miSources: Department for Transport NaPTAN; OurAirports

Distances in these cards are measured from the centre of the DG8 postcode district.


Pubs

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Banks

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Hotels

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Shops

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Supermarkets

Supermarkets in Palgowan

 

 

9 Takeaways in Palgowan in 3 categories

 

 

Cinemas

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29 Home improvement in Palgowan in 7 categories

 

 

14 Health and beauty in Palgowan in 4 categories

 

 

16 Attractions in Palgowan in 7 categories

 

 

12 Property services in Palgowan in 5 categories

 

 

8 Education in Palgowan in 5 categories

 

 

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Best reviews

Top pubs in Palgowan

  • Bar - Girvan

    Bar

    36 Montgomerie Street Tormitchell Quarry, Girvan, KA26 0TT

    11.6 miles away

    5 star reviewBAr BArr

  • Trout Inn - Barrhill, Girvan

    18 Main St, Barrhill, Girvan, KA26 0PP

    8.9 miles away

    5 star reviewWe enjoyed a lovely meal in The Trout last Friday. Theresa, landlady and chef, prepared beer batter for our HUGE ...

  • Boyds Bar - Bellsbank, Ayr

    44A Merrick Dr, Bellsbank, Ayr, KA6 7TJ

    14.9 miles away

    5 star reviewgreat entertainment and also live dj, friendly service, 1 main bar plus lounge for functions, beers garden and pool table. ...

  • Post Office - Dalmellington, Ayr

    Bar

    15 High Main Street, Dalmellington, Ayr, KA6 7QN

    15.7 miles away

    4 star reviewbrilliant wee post office and very friendly staff

  • Athletic Tavern - Girvan

    Dalrymple St, Girvan, KA26

    11.9 miles away

    4 star reviewThe Best Pub in town you cant beat Big Micks on a Friday night

 

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Top hotels in Palgowan

  • Greenhead Hotel - Dailly, Girvan

    45 Main Street, Dailly, Girvan, KA26 9SB

    13.3 miles away

    5 star reviewFriendly family-run hotel with accommodation and great food in the nicest village in Ayrshire.

 

Top shops in Palgowan

  • Auld Acquaintance - Girvan

    Coffee Shop

    9 Dalrymple Street, Girvan, KA26 9EU

    15.1 miles away

    5 star reviewGood food and service from Linda and Frances

  • Sweetie Shop - Girvan

    Gift Shop

    3 Dalrymple Street, Girvan, KA26 9EU

    15.1 miles away

    5 star reviewGreat selection of sweets and gifts etc. They are the only shop I've found which sell's Pontefract Cakes. Lovely lady ...

  • Ainslie Books - Girvan

    Girvan, KA26 0AA

    14.8 miles away

    5 star reviewVisited this wonderful second hand and antique whilst travelling through Scotland. Such a warm ,n, friendly welcome. Piles and shelves ...

 

Top supermarkets in Palgowan

  • Suzanne Stores - Barrhill, Girvan

    32 Main Street, Barrhill, Girvan, KA26 0QP

    8.8 miles away

    5 star reviewFab run little store by Mark, Ronnie and Dianne. Extremely helpful and great service from the 3 of them.

 

Top takeaways in Palgowan

  • Flipside Burgers - Girvan

    Pizza Takeaway

    206-210 Dalrymple Street, Girvan, KA269BQ

    15 miles away

    5 star reviewpizza is to die for and burgers are ace-never had a bad meal

  • Regent - Ayr, Dalmellington

    44B Merrick Drive, Ayr, Dalmellington, KA6 7TJ

    14.9 miles away

    5 star reviewThere chilli chips are to die for along with there Cantonese chicken chow mien 👌

 

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Top home improvement in Palgowan

  • M & R Carpets - Girvan

    Flooring

    21 Hamilton Street, Girvan, KA26 9EY

    15.1 miles away

    5 star reviewExcellent service. Kieran the carpet fitter was brilliant and so polite and helpful, I will definitely recommend this Company ...

 

Top health and beauty in Palgowan

  • Cairnsmore Medical Practice - Creebridge, Newton Stewart

    Medical Center

    Victoria Street, Creebridge, Newton Stewart, DG8 6NR

    11 miles away

    5 star reviewDoctors are always thorough, friendly and willing to listen. Reception is efficient and helpful.

  • Avocet - Newton Stewart

    Sportswear Store

    19 Victoria Street, Newton Stewart, DG8 6BT

    11.1 miles away

    5 star reviewLove Avocet! Very friendly service,always helpful and informative. You can always find something whether it be a gift or just ...

  • Salon Royale - Girvan

    Hairdresser

    3 Chalmers Arcade, Girvan, KA26 9ES

    15 miles away

    5 star reviewgreat girls. managed to tame really wild hair! Going back soon for accident damage repair. See ya

 

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