Only $2.95 per month *

Nestled in the heart of Scotland's book town, Wigtown, with its charming population of around 1,000, embodies a rich cultural tapestry.

Embrace local presence in Wigtown with a virtual phone number in the 1988 prefix, accessible from any device or software, connecting you globally while keeping you locally rooted.

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Features

  • Turn any pub in Wigtown into your office by forwarding calls to your mobile.
  • Receive unlimited calls from Wigtown's book lovers using your virtual VoIP setup.
  • Manage all your local customer calls with a culturally themed call menu, perfect for a town famous for its book festivals.
  • Keep your Wigtown poetry readings uninterrupted by routing calls based on the time of day to another destination.
  • Capture every word from your Wigtownshire callers with cloud-based voicemail and call recordings, saving every detail for later inspiration.
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Use any device or software

Any device can be used to make and receive calls with your FlyNumber.

  • iOS or Android smartphone
  • Mac, PC, or Linux computer
  • Desktop office phone
  • Any regular phone (a phone number)
  • 3rd party VoIP solutions
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FAQ’s

Can I get SMS on my Wigtown virtual phone number?

Unfortunately Wigtown, GB numbers do not come with SMS capabilities at the moment. This can change at any time, so follow us on social media for updates. Full list of SMS enabled numbers here.

Can I use a FlyNumber to support my local bookshop in Wigtown?

Absolutely! With Wigtown being Scotland's National Book Town, your bookshop can greatly benefit from using a FlyNumber. You can set up a local number that forwards calls to any device, allowing you to manage book orders and inquiries from anywhere. Plus, the cloud phone system could help you create a call menu for different inquiries like new arrivals, store hours, or events.

How do FlyNumber's features help manage the influx of calls during the Wigtown Book Festival?

During the bustling Wigtown Book Festival, managing incoming calls efficiently is crucial. You can route calls based on the day and time, ensuring that festival inquiries are directed appropriately. Additionally, the option to save voicemails and call recordings to the cloud means you won't miss any important messages during those busy periods.

Is it possible to use FlyNumber to connect with the Gaelic-speaking community in Wigtown?

Certainly! You can easily set up multiple FlyNumbers to cater to different language groups within Wigtown, including Gaelic speakers. Customize voicemail greetings and call menus in Gaelic to provide a more personal touch. Plus, you can use the cloud PBX to route calls to team members who speak Gaelic, enhancing communication with the community.

Can I promote my Wigtown-based tourism business with a FlyNumber?

Of course! A local FlyNumber can make your tourism business more accessible to travelers. Use your virtual number to send and receive calls on any device, whether you're on a tour or out scouting new attractions. You can also use a call menu to direct callers to information about tours, booking, and local attractions.

Will FlyNumber allow me to manage calls for my seasonal business in Wigtown from anywhere?

Yes, FlyNumber is perfect for seasonal businesses. You can change your call settings any time, which is great for when you're shifting from low to high season or vice versa. Plus, the ability to forward calls to any mobile or landline worldwide means you can manage your business remotely from any location, be it during a stay in Edinburgh or a holiday abroad.

Does FlyBook offer VoIP services that accommodate Wigtown’s rural internet speeds?

FlyNumber's VoIP services work well even with varying internet speeds, which is ideal for rural areas like Wigtown. Your business can benefit from unlimited incoming minutes and reliable call routing to any SIP address, ensuring continuous connectivity with customers regardless of fluctuating rural internet conditions.

Local info you may want to know

Wigtown, Scotland's National Book Town, has about 1,000 residents, creating a cozy, close-knit community atmosphere. It's steeped in Scottish culture and history.

The area hosts an annual book festival that significantly boosts local tourism and business. Perfect for ventures in retail, hospitality, or literary arts.

Surprisingly, Wigtown was historically known for its whisky production, hinting at an entrepreneurial spirit. Ideal for businesses looking to tap into cultural heritage.

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A genuine Wigtown GB phone number

Wigtown, famously known as Scotland's National Book Town, is reachable through the 01988 prefix, connecting callers directly to this literary haven.

The dialing format for reaching local numbers within Wigtown using FlyNumber requires entering +44 1988, followed by the local subscriber number, ensuring clear and direct communication with this culturally rich region.

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  • Glasgow: Thriving business hub where FlyNumber ensures your calls follow, no matter the location.
  • Dumfries: Blend history and innovation by routing your calls through FlyNumber’s flexible systems.
  • Edinburgh: Capital culture and commerce, elevated by FlyNumber's global call forwarding options.
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Unlimited incoming

When you answer phone calls with VoIP, or in other words the internet - it's free unlimited incoming minutes.

This is included in the price of the Wigtown phone number.

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Forward to any regular phone number

For an additional low per min rate, you can forward the Wigtown FlyNumber calls to any regular phone number in the world.

Use our phone system (optional) for increased flexibility:

  • To multiple phone numbers (up to 3)
  • Based on day of the week and/or time
  • Forward to phone number as backup to VoIP
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Use cases

Over the years we've seen our FlyNumbers used in a multitude of ways:

  • Use the Wigtown number as a 2nd phone line/phone number
  • Anonymize your personal mobile phone number
  • Separate business and personal calls
  • For your "Contact Us" page
  • Give friends/family a local phone number to reach you on
  • Use the Wigtown, GB FlyNumber for applications or forms (both online and offline)
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Optional Cloud Phone System

Configure your call flow with our intuitive "drag and drop" grid canvas

  • Call menu / IVR
  • Time/Day based routing
  • Route based on caller-ID
  • Forward to multiple destinations (Phone numbers and/or VoIP)
  • Call Queue
  • Much more...
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*Monthly price for the number includes unlimited incoming minutes when you answer with VoIP.

Additional rates apply when you forward to a regular phone number, make outgoing calls and/or use our internal cloud phone system.