Whithorn Conservation Area Character Appraisal and Management Plan Consultation

The draft guidance identifies the buildings, spaces and historic features that contribute to Whithorn's special character and sets out how they can be managed and protected in the future.

Whether you're a resident, business owner, visitor or have an interest in the area's historic environment, we'd like to hear your views.

Why we're consulting

Whithorn is one of Scotland's most important historic settlements and has been designated as a conservation area since 1977.

The draft Conservation Area Character Appraisal and Management Plan helps explain what makes the conservation area special and provides guidance to support its future preservation and enhancement.

Your feedback will help us finalise the guidance before it is adopted as planning guidance to Local Development Plan 2.

Read the draft guidance

A paper copy is also available at Whithorn Library during normal opening hours.

How to take part

We welcome comments from:

• residents
• businesses
• community groups
• visitors
• anyone with an interest in conserving Whithorn's historic character

Send us your comments

Comments must be received by Tuesday 27 October 2026.

Email: [email protected]

Post:
Development Planning
Economy and Infrastructure Department
Dumfries and Galloway Council
Council HQ
English Street
Dumfries
DG1 2DD

Need more information?

Email [email protected] or call 030 33 33 3000 and ask for a message to be passed to the Local Development Plan Team.

What happens next?

We'll review all comments received during the consultation before finalising the Whithorn Conservation Area Character Appraisal and Management Plan.

Your feedback will help shape how the historic character of Whithorn is protected and enhanced in the future.