Location Info
Drumlanrig Castle, in Dumfries and Galloway, sits on a large estate of mixed woodland, farmland, and river corridors. The grounds contain long gravel estate roads, forestry tracks, and open parkland.
Terrain is moderately hilly, shaped by the Nith Valley. Surfaces include firm aggregate estate roads and natural earth tracks within wooded sections.
Course Description
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Directions
From South A74(M):, Dumfries
At Grenta branch left and then merge onto the A75 (signposted South West Scotland, Dumfries, Stranraer). After about 20 miles come to a roundabout take 2nd exit (straight over) onto the A75 (signposted Stranrear) at the next roundabout take the 2nd exit onto (straight over) the A75 (signposted Stranraer) and again at the next roundabout take the 2nd exit (Straight over) onto the A75 (signposted Stranraer). Continue forward onto the A75. Entering Dumfries at this roundabout take the 5th exit onto Glasgow Road – A76 (signposted Kilmarnock) at Lochside Road roundabout take 2nd exit (straight over) onto Glasgow Road – A76. Continue for about 13 miles – A76. Entering Thornhill straight on over roundabout in Thornhill. Exit Thornhill and onto and through a further village called Carronbridge. Drumlanrig Castle is signposted thereafter turn off for the Castle on the left.
From North A74(M):
Leave at Junction 14, then at roundabout take the 3rd exit onto A701 (signposted Elvanfoot, Carlisle) Turn right with the A702 and pass under motorway (signposted Thornhill, Elvanfoot) At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A702 (signposted Thronhill) cross the narrow bridge and descend the Dalveen Pass after about 12 miles turn right signpostedfor Drumlanrig turn next right then next left at signs for Drumlanrig Castle.
SDAS
The Sled Dog Association of Scotland (SDAS) is a Scottish organisation dedicated to promoting and organising sled dog sports throughout Scotland. Founded in 1991 by Rick Miller, Neil Brown and Keron Miller, the association was the first group to establish a regular calendar of sled dog events in Scotland and helped place the country on the map within the UK mushing community.
The organisation runs a series of races and competitions each season, providing opportunities for both newcomers and experienced mushers to take part in sled dog sport. Events typically include dryland disciplines such as rig racing, scooter classes, bikejoring and canicross, with races often held over two-day formats that contribute to an overall championship series.
Through organised events, membership programmes and a volunteer committee, SDAS supports a community of sled dog enthusiasts across Scotland. The association emphasises sportsmanship, inclusivity and enjoyment of the sport while providing a structured environment for competitors at all levels to train, race and develop their teams.
In the UK sled dog landscape, SDAS functions as one of the main regional racing organisations, particularly focused on Scotland’s dryland racing scene and championship series events.
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Upcoming SDAS events
March 2026
September 2026
SDAS Summer Camp
Sat 26th Sep '26- Sun 27th Sep '26
October 2026
SDAS Race 1
Sat 24th Oct '26- Sun 25th Oct '26
November 2026
SDAS Race 2
Sat 28th Nov '26- Sun 29th Nov '26
December 2026
SDAS Race 3
Sat 12th Dec '26- Sun 13th Dec '26
