Dumfries is the largest town in Dumfries and Galloway, has a resident population c.37,500 persons, and an estimated catchment c. 110,000. Road access to the M74 gives access respectively to Carlisle and Glasgow. The subjects themselves are located on Shakespeare Street at its intersection with English Street, which comprises the main vehicular route within the town, and is within easy walking distance of the High Street. Neighbouring occupiers include the recently refurbished DG1, the towns flagship leisure complex.