The tide was high at Kirkudbright and the fishing boats tied up at the quay were getting ready to head out to cast their nets. Fresh fish is a delight of Galloway and there is a fish and chip shop close to the quay. By the dock is a carved trunk of wood showing a mother and child waiting for their men to return home from the sea. The locals pronounce the name of their town, which has long been noted for its artists as well as its fish, as “Kirk Coo Bree.” The name is thought to be related to the ancient words for the Kirk, or Church, of St Cuthbert.
The reason for Sharon's visit was not, however, things ancient but those modern. A new Tesco has just opened in the town. However, this is very small and was judged to be a disappointment. What did not disappoint were the cakes and scones in the Solway Tide Cafe opposite the large car park at the quay. Giving equal satisfaction was the large charity shop at the side of the car park with many interesting items. A vintage pastry rolling pin was picked up for a pound together with a plate into which is glazed the instructions for making barbecued pork chops. All sorts of information about the town is available at the tourism office next door.
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