Campsites with swimming near Newry, County Down

The main city between Dublin and Belfast, Newry is a commercial centre fit for stocking up on supplies. Travel out of the city to explore the scenic drives, walks, beaches, and forest parks around the Mourne Mountains and Mourne Coastal Route to the east and Slieve Gullion to the west. To the south, you’ll find Carlingford Lough and the medieval village of Carlingford, plus the Cooley Peninsula, set just over the border in the Republic of Ireland.

Top-rated campgrounds near Newry

Oystercatcher Caravan

1. Oystercatcher Caravan

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131km from Newry · 1 unit · Glamping

The 2 bedroom 35 x 12ft caravan is fully equipped for self-catering. With double glazing, central heating and an additional electric fire in the lounge it is warm throughout the year. The boiler also supplies constant hot water. Sorry we do not allow pets. Strictly no smoking or vaping is allowed in the caravan. The caravan can sleep up to 6 persons. Bedroom #1 - with standard size double bed (new mattress for 2025) with fitted wardrobes and cupboards. Bedroom #2 - with two single beds with cupboard space. The lounge sofa has a fold out double bed (new mattress for 2025). All bedding is provided. Lounge / Dining Room - the lounge has large windows and access to the veranda. The room also has fitted cupboards. The dining area has a circular table with 4 chairs. Kitchen - fully fitted with a gas cooker, microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster, pots and pans. Cooking utensils, a 6 piece dinner service and cutlery are also provided. Tea, coffee and sugar are supplied at the start of the holiday, but will not be replenished. Bathroom - with shower, toilet and washbasin. We do not supply towels. Additional - Outside table and 4 chairs. Also Fire and CO Alarms, Thermometer, Wall clock and Tide clock. An information pack of places to visit and eat is provided. The caravan is on the family run Monreith Sands Holiday Park with a great location on the beautiful Galloway coast. Sandy beaches are only a few 100m away. The generally calm waters of Luce Bay are great for swimming or kayaking. Nearby is a golf course plus historic sites and formal gardens. Although the Galloway Forest is know for being a Dark Sky Park and great for stargazing, the whole Machars peninsular is very dark. The Galloway Astronomy Centre (01988 500594) gives stargazing tours.

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The main city between Dublin and Belfast, Newry is a commercial centre fit for stocking up on supplies. Travel out of the city to explore the scenic drives, walks, beaches, and forest parks around the Mourne Mountains and Mourne Coastal Route to the east and Slieve Gullion to the west. To the south, you’ll find Carlingford Lough and the medieval village of Carlingford, plus the Cooley Peninsula, set just over the border in the Republic of Ireland.

Top-rated campgrounds near Newry

Oystercatcher Caravan

1. Oystercatcher Caravan

100%

(1)

131km from Newry · 1 unit · Glamping

The 2 bedroom 35 x 12ft caravan is fully equipped for self-catering. With double glazing, central heating and an additional electric fire in the lounge it is warm throughout the year. The boiler also supplies constant hot water. Sorry we do not allow pets. Strictly no smoking or vaping is allowed in the caravan. The caravan can sleep up to 6 persons. Bedroom #1 - with standard size double bed (new mattress for 2025) with fitted wardrobes and cupboards. Bedroom #2 - with two single beds with cupboard space. The lounge sofa has a fold out double bed (new mattress for 2025). All bedding is provided. Lounge / Dining Room - the lounge has large windows and access to the veranda. The room also has fitted cupboards. The dining area has a circular table with 4 chairs. Kitchen - fully fitted with a gas cooker, microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster, pots and pans. Cooking utensils, a 6 piece dinner service and cutlery are also provided. Tea, coffee and sugar are supplied at the start of the holiday, but will not be replenished. Bathroom - with shower, toilet and washbasin. We do not supply towels. Additional - Outside table and 4 chairs. Also Fire and CO Alarms, Thermometer, Wall clock and Tide clock. An information pack of places to visit and eat is provided. The caravan is on the family run Monreith Sands Holiday Park with a great location on the beautiful Galloway coast. Sandy beaches are only a few 100m away. The generally calm waters of Luce Bay are great for swimming or kayaking. Nearby is a golf course plus historic sites and formal gardens. Although the Galloway Forest is know for being a Dark Sky Park and great for stargazing, the whole Machars peninsular is very dark. The Galloway Astronomy Centre (01988 500594) gives stargazing tours.

Showers

Potable water

Cooking equipment

from

£65

/ night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Jason

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Oystercatcher Caravan

Super helpful host. Good location, a very quiet part of Scotland. Accommodation was very fairly priced and well cared for.

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Campsites with swimming near Newry guide

Where to go

Carlingford Lough

Once you hit the shores of Carlingford Lough, you’ve arrived in an adventure-lover’s paradise with canoeing, kayaking, sailing, and boating on the lough, forest parks and woodland trails in the foothills of the Mourne Mountains, and climbing or hiking in the peaks of the mountains themselves.

Rostrevor

Base yourself around Rostrevor to enjoy views of the Mourne Mountains and down to the sheltered waters of Carlingford Lough. This area was said to have inspired the world of Narnia, created by author CS Lewis, who holidayed here as a child before going on to write The Chronicles of Narnia. Camping spots can be found near Rostrevor Forest or Kilbroney Park on parkland overlooking the lake.

Mourne Mountains

Enjoy scenic drives, hiking, or adrenaline-pumping sports like rock climbing, mountain biking, and abseiling in the Mourne Mountains, designated as the Mourne AONB. The mountains are full of walking trails, but many run through private land, so wild camping is not permitted in the mountains.

Slieve Gullion

The Ring of Gullion drive takes you to Slieve Gullion mountain and forest park, where you can walk the gardens and woodland trails, enjoy views across to the Mourne Mountains, or climb Slieve Gullion itself, home to heritage sites like passage graves and dolmens. Families love the forest park’s Adventure Playpark and Giant’s Lair amusement park.

When to go

Campers can find the best weather between the summer months of May and September. Weekends, 12 July, and school holidays book up fast, so you’ll want to plan ahead. Forest parks are open year-round, but some campgrounds close during winter.

Know before you go

Be prepared for rain and wind in any season with navigation, communication, and safety equipment if hiking or climbing in the Mourne Mountains or boating on Carlingford Lough.
Biting midges can be present during some seasons.
Some campgrounds and forest parks close to campers and touring vehicles during severe storms and snow.

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