Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Parton within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Parton, par. and hamlet with ry. sta., mid. Kirkcudbrightshire - par., 15,841 ac., pop. 716; hamlet, on river Dee, 7 miles NW. of Castle Douglas; P.O.; Parton House, seat, is 1½ mile E. of sta.