The firth's coastline is characterised by lowland hills and small mountains. It is a mainly rural area, with mostly small villages and settlements (such as Powfoot). Fishing, hill farming, and some arable farming play a large part in the local economy, although tourism is increasing.
The firth's coastline is characterised by lowland hills and small mountains. It is a m,ainly rural area, with mostly small villages and settlements (such as Powfoot). Fishing, hill farming and some arable farming play a large part in the local economy, although tourism is increasing.