Mull of Galloway Lighthouse & Visitor Centre
The Mull of Galloway is Scotland’s most southerly point and one of the most dramatic headlands in the whole of southwest Scotland. The iconic white lighthouse, built by Robert Stevenson in 1830, stands sentinel over the churning waters where the Irish Sea meets the North Channel, with views stretching to Ireland, the Isle of Man, and the Lake District on a clear day.
Dogs are very welcome on the headland and along the coastal footpaths, though leads are essential at all times — the cliffs are sheer and the RSPB reserve supports important nesting seabird colonies including razorbills, guillemots and choughs. The walking here is spectacular, with clifftop paths winding around the headland in both directions.
The visitor centre has a small cafe with outdoor seating where dogs are welcome. Lighthouse tower tours run seasonally. The drive down the Rhins peninsula to reach the Mull is itself a highlight, passing through open farmland with sea views on both sides. Allow at least two hours to do the headland justice.