A small town in Dumfries and Galloway, Castle Douglas is situated in the eastern part of Galloway known as the Stewartry. it stands between the towns of Dalbeattie and Gatehouse of Fleet. Castle Douglas is commonly used by tourists as a base for exploring the surrounding area.
Castle Douglas has been designated Scotland's Food Town by Irvings Bakery, due to its many food-related shops and the quality of ingredients available in the surrounding area. A Food Town Day is held at the end of May each year.