Activities at Newark Farm
Activities around Newark Farm, Sanquhar, Upper Nithsdale and Dumfries and Galloway
Other Activities & Events
Golf in Dumfries & Galloway
Sanquhar has its own golf course with courses at Dumfries and Thornhill within easy reach. The famous courses of Troon and Turnberry are one and a half hours drive away.
Riding of the Marches
In August, Sanquhar hosts the annual Riding of the Marches, ten days of events with daily rideouts, games, and concerts leading up to the main day: Ride the Marches with over 100 horses, Coronation of Sanquhar Queen, Cornets report, parade of decorated floats, horses, massed bands and a torchlight procession.
Flower and Horticultural Show
August also sees the Flower and Horticultural Show, the premier show in Nithsdale.
