Woodland camping near Portpatrick
This pretty harbour town is surrounded by the wild and wonderful Rhins of Galloway.
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Baystone Bank Farm Campsite
47 units · Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Millom, England
Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep
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West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite
46 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Glasgow, Lanarkshire, South Scotland
A welcoming campsite on the West Highland Way
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Camping at Cardewlees
37 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Carlisle, England
A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall
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Ewe Love Camping Pods
3 units · Glamping120 acres · Penrith, Cumbria, North West England
Modern Lake District glamping pods among the trees, with exceptional views of Blencathra
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Runach Arainn Glamping
3 units · Glamping1 acre · Kilmory, Scotland
A three-yurt luxury glamping site on the Isle of Arran, steps away from the beach
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Hazel Mount Fellside
5 units · Tents5 acres · Eskdale, Cumbria, North West England
Nearly wild camping on the western edge of the Lake District overlooking the Duddon Estuary
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The Charcoal Huts - Isle of Bute
2 units · Glamping8 acres · Scotland
Our Huts are located within the Moss Wood area of Bute Forest - a mixed birch and alder wood that extends up the hillside to the west of the A886 that connects the Rhubodach Ferry to Port Bannatyne and Rothesay.
Moss Wood has a range of facilities. Park on the shore-side where the coast can be enjoyed or at the main entrance, and take a walk up through Moss Wood along the Poetry Trail. A steep walk in places, the Poetry Trail is a loop punctuated with places to stop and read, to stop and think. Read nature poetry from throughout the ages, stop at the Blether Stane, or taking the spur to the Viewing Point back south across the Kyles.
Moss Wood connects to the West Island Way – take the Poetry Trail and the spur to the Viewing Point – and then take the Stag’s Trod further up (steeply) till you reach the West Island Way. From there, head south towards Port Bannatyne or north along the boundary of the Community Forest. From the viewing point, you can also explore interesting heritage features such as the old WW2 bunker, kayak shelter, Balnakailly settlement, and the SSSI oak woodland.
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Cleghorn Farm
11 units · Glamping, Tents250 acres · Lanark, Scotland
*PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE ONLY OPEN FOR WEEKEND BOOKINGS FOR CAMPING. THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR MIDWEEK BOOKINGS*
Cleghorn Farm is a mixed farm just north east of the market town of Lanark. Comprised of 250 acres of fields and woodland and bounded to the south by Mouse Water, it is a beautiful spot to get away from it all without having to leave it all behind if you don't want to. The fields are grazed and cultivated but the woodlands are much as they were at the end of the last ice age with spectacular walks along Cleghorn Glen with the chance to see badgers, bats, deer and all manner of birds among the towering pine and beech trees.
The Mouse Water (pronounced moose) tumbles down along the edge of the farm and has some glorious pools for swimming, shallows for paddling and some spectacular water falls before it joins the River Clyde.
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Ayrshire Airstream
1 unit · Glamping5 acres · Irvine, Scotland
A seriously comfortable 1978 Airstream, complete with a hot tub, fire pit and its own bar.
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Lake District Herdwick Huts
5 units · Glamping2 acres · Rydal, England
You will not find a more stunning place to stay and explore within the UK. Set in the very heart of the Lake District National Park, there is good reason why this magnificent location inspired the poet William Wordsworth to commit some of his most world-renowned poetry to paper.
These beautiful huts are nestled underneath the Fairfield horseshoe mountain range and Nab scar, so there is no need to drive anywhere for the finest mountain hikes. With Rydal Lake, a wild swimmers hot spot, and waterfalls and plunge pools on site, it really is hard to beat!
You will not find a more stunning place to stay and explore within the UK. Set in the very heart of the Lake District National Park, there is good reason why this magnificent location inspired the poet William Wordsworth to commit some of his most world-renowned poetry to paper.
Grasmere is on the doorstep, voted one of the top places to visit in the Lake District, with the famous '‘Coffin route’ walk offering a spectacular lake and mountain view stroll straight from your hut door. With low level to high level walks exploring the Lakes from Rydal caters for everyone. Ambleside and Grasmere are both walking distance for cafes, restaurants and cinemas and Rydal offers scenic off-road strolls to arrive by.
Each with fresh linen, wood burning stove and cast iron gas hob, you are sure to be comfortable even in the thick of winter.
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Overwater Woodlands
6 units · Tents1 acre · Wigton, England
Overwater Woodlands is a hidden gem situated in the Northern Lake District National Park. It is a ultra-small scale camp (only 5 pitches) with a focus on sustainability. The camp itself is located in densely forested woodland with incredible views of Skiddaw and neighbouring fells.
The camp is new for 2023 as we (Lois & Nick) have recently returned from travelling to the place where we feel most at home. We want to make your stay with us as enjoyable and comfortable as possible so will be around to help with anything from eating/drinking recommendations, tips on walking/cycling routes as well as insider knowledge on where to pick the best local wild raspberries! We have owned this land for 20years so know the area extremely well!
We are both big believers in the 'analogue world' (and non-believers in the digital world) so we want to warn you that we do NOT have WiFi at the camp. Come and stay with us if you want to disconnect from the digital stresses of 21st Century life. If we ever need to get online we either pop down to the Sun Inn in Bassenthwaite village (which is our lovely local pub) or head up to the equally fantastic Mae's Team Room in Uldale. You may also find that to get a phone signal you will have to walk 100 meters up the road.
You will truly be at one with nature at Overwater Woodlands; we regularly see red squirrels, deer and all manner of birds. Given the remote location of the camp we get the most amazing dark skies that are truly incredible for star-gazing on clear nights.
We are both experienced chefs (Nick has worked in professional kitchens) and we would love to share food with our guests. If you would like freshly made breakfast (bacon/sausage/egg/veg) sandwiches in the morning just let us know. The same goes for dinner in the evening or a picnic for your walk. We know the local farmers so you will be eating the very best local produce that tastes out of this world. Our dream is to cook for the entire camp to make this a sociable event around the fire-pit but we also understand that people will want their own space so we will be more than happy to provide a more private service too!
We happily cater for vegans/vegetarians and people with gluten intolerances.
We have everything you will need at camp in terms of facilities. There is a compost toilet, washing-up facilities and a hot shower on site. This is the closest you will be able to get to Wild Camping whilst still having a hot shower on your doorstep!
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Broom Fisheries Campsite
4 units · Glamping200 acres · Dumfries, South Scotland
Luxury caravans ideally situated next to picturesque Scottish fishing lakes
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Woodland camping near Portpatrick guide
Overview
Lying on the western shore of the Rhins of Galloway a rugged peninsula that is a favourite of walkers and wildlife watchers. Portpatrick is one of the most popular coastal resort towns in southwest Scotland.The town is much-loved for its pretty harbour, around which pastel-coloured buildings are clustered, backed by steep cliffs. From Portpatrick Harbour, sea fishing cruises and sightseeing and nature spotting boat trips regularly depart. The Southern Upland Way, a 212-mile (344-kilometre) coast-to-coast walking route starts here, too, and runs all the way to Cocksburnspath on the east coast.
Where to go
Around Town
Staying in town puts you within easy reach of the restaurants, shops and other amenities. There are also several good walks you can do without having to go too far, such as the cliffside walk to Dunskey Castle, just south of the town centre. Overlooking the Irish Sea, Sunnymeade Caravan Park has grass and hardstanding pitches, as well as a glamping bell tent.
Kirkholm
A 15-minute drive north of Portpatrick, Kirkholm lies on the western bank of Loch Ryan, on the northern tip of the Rhins of Galloway peninsula. The village is home to an attractive lighthouse, built by Robert Stevenson, the views from which take in the distinctive shape of Ailsa Craig offshore. The small and secluded site at North Rhinns Camping has pitches for tents and small campervans.
Stranraer
A 15-minute drive east of Portpatrick, Stranraer sits at the head of Loch Ryan and has an attractive town centre dominated by the Castle of St. John, a ruined four-story tower house, dating from around 1500. Close to the town centre, Aird Donald Caravan Park has pitches for tents and tourers.
When to go
For your best chance of good weather, and taking advantage of the extended hours of daylight, visiting from May to September is your best bet. The height of summer does bring crowds and booked-up sites, however. Visiting in April or October can be a good alternative to peak season: the crowds will have gone but the weather should still be mild. Winter can often bring storms and disrupted travel plans, and many businesses are closed.
Know before you go
- Wild camping is possible throughout Scotland, as long as you follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
- Local buses can get you around most places of interest, but having your own transportation is preferable. The closest railway station is in Stranraer and has direct links to Glasgow.
- There are a couple of groceries in Portpatrick but Stranraer offers more options.
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