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Campsites in Galloway with swimming

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Galloway

Campsites in Galloway with swimming

Dark skies, forests and spectacular golden beaches, Galloway is an often-overlooked corner of Scotland.

Top-rated stays

1 unit · Glamping6 acres · Newton Stewart, WigtownThe 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 & 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. An information pack of places to visit and eat is provided.

Runach Arainn Eco Glamping

3 units · Glamping1 acre · ArranA three-yurt luxury glamping site on the Isle of Arran, steps away from the beach

18 units · Tents3 acres · SCTMy woodland has an entry gate & off road parking & different levels right next to the river Ayr. It is so tranquil and therapeutic I stay there often in my hammock with my wee dog Jura. Absolutely loads of walks you can follow the river and walk right into town & you get to use a rope bridge. It is 3 acres & only 2 miles to all amenities.

1 unit · Glamping5 acres · Irvine, SCTA seriously comfortable 1978 Airstream, complete with a hot tub, fire pit and its own bar.

Kestrel Lodge Camping

10 units · Tents4 acres · Keswick, CumbriaA family-friendly Lake District campsite, nestled between the quiet shores of Bassenthwaite Lake and the beautiful Cumbrian fells

5 units · Tents3 acres · Eskdale, CumbriaNearly wild camping on the western edge of the Lake District overlooking the Duddon Estuary

Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

2 units · Glamping1 acre · Brampton, CumbriaTwo yurts with hot tubs in the Cumbrian countryside just a mile away from Hadrian’s Wall

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Glasgow, Stirling And FalkirkThis peaceful self- contained Studio is set in the grounds of a family home with a private entrance and dedicated parking. The Studio is comfortable and well equipped with a power shower, flat screen TV, microwave, kettle, fridge and toaster. The outside decking area and hot tub are for sole use of guests and contain two seating areas to allow for outdoor dining and relaxation.

Stouslie Snugs Luxury Farm Glamping

3 units · Glamping1 acre · Hawick, Roxburgh, Ettrick And LauderdaleLuxury camping pods with hot tubs in a Scottish Borders farm with tremendous valley views

3 units · Glamping1 acre · Cumbria, CumbriaBeautiful handmade shepherd's huts in the heart of the picturesque South Lakes

The Damson Shepherd's Hut

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Near Kendal, CumbriaA shepherd's hut for two in the lesser-known Lyth Valley, four miles from Lake Windermere

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£110

/ night

Stoneymollan® over Loch Lomond

2 units · Glamping1 acre · Balloch, SCTWe have two luxury cabins here at Stoneymollan® over Loch Lomond with exclusive use of either a wood fired hot tub or wood fired sauna with magnificent panoramic views over Loch Lomond and the surrounding areas. The John Muir Way and The Three Lochs Way begin at the end of our tree-lined drive with open wild spaces and spectacular landscapes. You are very likely to see some of the wildlife we share our landscape with. Apart from common species such as Frogs and Toads, Field Voles, Foxes, Stoats (ermine in winter), Hedgehogs, a variety of Garden Birds, Buzzards, Grouse, Pheasants and the occasional adventurous Rabbit (there are too many stones in the ground for them to dig burrows), you may also see Red Squirrels, Roe Deer, Barn Owls, Ospreys (in summer), Tree Creepers, Woodpeckers, Ravens, Sparrow Hawks, Kestrels and common Lizards to name a few. There is also a pair of Golden Eagles nesting approximately 10 miles away. The West End of Glasgow is only a 25min drive away. Balloch Train and Bus station are only a 15min walk away yet it feels a million miles from anywhere... best of both worlds. Our cabins are located within the grounds of Upper Stoneymollan® Cottage which was originally the shepherds cottage for the Cameron Estate. It was built c1880. We have a tree-lined driveway with guest parking outside the front of the main house and our pods/cabins are located in a private area at the rear of our property with which plenty of garden area as well as private access into the woods. We are also only a 15min walk to the shores of the south side of Loch Lomond.

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£250

/ night

Outdoor stays for every style

Find your new favourite spot.

From rocky shorelines and sandy beaches to gentle hills and lush valleys, some of southern Scotland's best attractions and most inspiring landscapes lie in Galloway. The region is home to quaint towns and villages, including the 'national book town' of Wigtown, and the scenery is the perfect backdrop for outdoor activities including mountain biking along forest trails and windsurfing off the coast. Galloway Forest Park, a recognized dark sky site, is one of the region's biggest draws with its biking and walking trails and abundant wildlife, including red deer, otters, golden eagles and kites. Galloway also offers some of the best camping in Scotland, from beachside caravan sites to clearings in Galloway Forest Park.

Where to Go

Galloway Forest Park

The 299-square-mile (744-square-kilometre) Galloway Forest Park is a must for nature lovers and keen outdoor adventurers who can enjoy challenging hillwalking and rock climbing within the park. Camping is available within Galloway Forest Park, close to the Southern Upland Way, and in bucolic settings just outside the park.

Rhins of Galloway

The windswept western corner of Galloway lies along one of the most scenic stretches of the 214-mile (344-kilometer) Southern Upland Way. From the headlands and cliffs the views stretch toward Northern Ireland, just a ferry ride away from Stranraer. You can find small, peaceful campsites close to Stranraer.

Castle Douglas

The old market town of Castle Douglas is known for its excellent food and drink. Around 18 miles (29 kilometers) from Dumfries, Castle Douglas also appeals for its proximity to Carlingwark Loch, a great place for boating and sailing. Birdwatchers can watch wintering wildfowl from the hides at nearby Threave Wildfowl Reserve. You’ll find campsites along the shores of Loch Ken, north of Castle Douglas, and inside the Galloway Activity Centre.

The Solway Firth

Marking the border between Scotland and England, the Solway Firth has a rugged coastline that is perfect for walking and birdwatching. Here you’ll find camping options on one of Galloway’s most attractive sandy beaches, with easy access to such outdoor activities as sailing, fishing and horse riding.

Mabie Forest

The woods and hills of Mabie Forest, just 20-minutes south of the region’s main town, Dumfries, are a magnet for walkers and mountain bikers. Wildlife lovers also flock to Mabie Forest to spot red squirrels, badgers, roe deer and foxes, as well as 20 species of butterfly and osprey fishing on Lochaber Loch. Camping options here run the gamut from tent pitches to yurts and even an Iron-Age roundhouse.