Port William

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Port William, Dumfries & Galloway, South West Scotland

Port William

Text Box: Port William lies on the eastern shore of Luce Bay in Galloway. It was founded by Sir William Maxwell of Monreith in 1770. The harbour, built for the convenience of his tenant farmers was one of the first in western Galloway. The author Gavin Maxwell (Ring of bright water) lived in nearby Elrig and the Maxwell Otter monument can be found in Monreith. Port William can be reached from Glasgow by the A77 to Stranraer, then the A75 eastwards, turning off right in to the Machars at Glenluce. From the south and east follow the A75 westwards and turn left in to the Machars at Newton Stewart. For comprehensive information on the port and local area visit www.portwilliam.com.

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