Caravan parks near Whithorn

Though small in size, Whithorn has an outsize place in Scottish history. It was here, in Dumfries and Galloway’s Machars Peninsula, that St. Ninian (Scotland’s first saint) built the first recorded Christian church in Scotland in around 397. Though still best-known as Scotland`s Cradle of Chrisitanity, Whithorn offers cycling trails through the Machars area, as well as opportunities for walking, fishing, golf and bird watching. Nearby, the small sea cave known as St. Ninian’s Cave is reached by a pretty walk through a wooded glen. Also nearby, the Isle of Whithorn (which is no longer an island) has a picturesque seaside setting and is home to St Ninian's chapel. 

Arts and crafts is another draw in Whithorn and the village has its own arts and crafts trail that you can follow. You can also learn about the history of Whithorn at the Whithorn Story Visitor Centre. Just minutes from Whithorn, Castelwigg Caravan Park is a quiet spot with camping and touring pitches.

Lying on the Solway Coast, the village of Garlieston is an excellent starting point for coastal walks north to Innerwell Point and Eggerness Point or south to the remains of Cruggleton Castle. By the coastline, the adults-only Garlieston Lodge Campsite has fishing on site as well as tent and touring pitches.

A 20-minute drive north of Whithorn, the small town of Wigtown is famed as Scotland’s National Book Town. Just south of town, Drumroamin Farm Caravan and Camping Site is a tranquil site, with views of Wigtown Bay, pitches for tents and tourers, as well as static caravans for hire.

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Top-rated caravan parks near Whithorn

Troquhain Woods

1. Troquhain Woods

94%
(40)
46km from Whithorn · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nearly wild camping for tents and campervans in a Scottish woodland
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Howbeck Lodge

2. Howbeck Lodge

92%
(33)
90km from Whithorn · 24 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A dog-friendly farm campsite on the northern edge of the Lake District
Water hookup
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Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

3. Baystone Bank Farm Campsite

96%
(167)
90km from Whithorn · 34 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Lake District camping on a working farm with a stream to splash in, campfires encouraged and a horse-riding centre on the doorstep
Electrical hookup
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Moss Rose Campsite

4. Moss Rose Campsite

98%
(89)
137km from Whithorn · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We have a family friendly Quiet campsite in the heart of Lancashire on our family run farm. Our site is situated in a species rich meadow field with large mown Pitches surrounded by wild flowers and meandering pathways linking the site together. The member of you're family who book the pitch must be 21 or over. We are surrounded by a young trees &woodland with the back drop of the Pennines. We offer both glamping and traditional non EHU camping on our site, with lovely hot showers, clean toilet facilities, fresh water point, pot wash area, phone charger lockers, communal freezers, elsan disposal point, microwave, coffee/hot chocolate machine, and our little honesty shack with all little camping essentials to might need whilst staying with us. We also hire out picnic benches and fire pits to help enhance your camping experience. We have a lovely little woodland walk, with a meandering mown path, that winds through our woodland/conservation area. Perfect to walk your dog, and let your kids explore. Adjoining the campsite, we have a padock with super frindly sheep that love to say hello. We sell little bags of sheep feed, just incase you'd like to give them a little treat. In the middle of the site, we have a little tots play area, perfect for keeping you're small kids entertained. We are a Quiet family site, with a Reduced Noise policy from 9 pm, and Quiet Time from 10 pm to 8.30 am. Latest check in time is 8PM, unless prearranged with the campsite. Our site has close links to the A6 and m6 J33. We are only 13 miles from the Historic city of Lancaster, the Bright lights of Blackpool and the jubilee city of Preston. 4 miles from the first fair trade market town of Garstang and 45 mins into the Lake District. There is also lots of interesting activities to do locally.
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Red Deer Village Holiday Park

5. Red Deer Village Holiday Park

129km from Whithorn · 10 units
Red Deer Village Holiday Park in Scotland is a 5 star holiday park, conveniently situated on the doorstep of Glasgow, just off the A80, one of Scotland’s main arterial routes to the North. The Scottish holiday park is close to a number of public transport links, with regular buses and trains into Glasgow city centre. he level and spacious caravan and campsite near Glasgow is the ideal base for a holiday in and around West Central Scotland, or as a stopover for a few days whilst touring. There are 24 hardstanding pitches with electric hookup, suitable for touring caravans and motorhomes. Our grass area has a number of spacious tent pitches, which are well served by immaculate facilities.
Electrical hookup
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Corriehall Stopover

6. Corriehall Stopover

59km from Whithorn · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Located less than four miles from the centre of Dumfries, yet benefitting from fantastic countryside views, Corriehall Stopover offers comfortable shepherd’s hut accommodation. There are also touring pitches, which enables those with campervans or motor homes to enjoy this rural idyll. We are an Adults only site.
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Corriehall Stopover

7. Corriehall Stopover

59km from Whithorn · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Located less than four miles from the centre of Dumfries, yet benefitting from fantastic countryside views, Corriehall Stopover offers comfortable shepherd’s hut accommodation. There are also touring pitches, which enables those with campervans or motor homes to enjoy this rural idyll. We are an Adults only site.
Electrical hookup
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Harebeck Holidays @ Thornbank Farm

8. Harebeck Holidays @ Thornbank Farm

88%
(34)
73km from Whithorn · 8 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
Nestled between the Western Lake District Fells and the Irish Sea coast this site is situated on a working dairy and sheep farm. Farm tours can be arranged on arrival. A play hut with outdoor games, drying room with communal fridge and freezer (some units have their own small fridge). Natural hedges surround the site. Four fruit trees near the shower block Half a mile to Gosforth village with Bakery, Cafe, 4 Pubs providing food and an Italian restaurant. Gosforth and Seascale villages have play parks. Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Wasdale, Scafell Pike and Sandy Beaches with Cafes selling local ice cream are nearby with most Lake District attractions within an hours drive and Edinburgh a three hour drive away. There are 5 campervan/motorhome pitches, a modern take on a shepherds hut with underfloor heating, a heated pod and two gypsy caravans with electricity to book. All pitches are on gravel positioned to enjoy views over farmland to Scafell Pike and other fells, they are surrounded by grassy areas with seating and a picnic table. A wooden play hut has outdoor games and toys inside. Awnings can be added on the 3 larger pitches. Tents can be pitched next to units for extra Barbeques are allowed on gravel with our Gypsy Caravans having a campfire There is a communal fridge freezer. Farm tours can be arranged. Wildlife and farm animals can be seen in the surrounding fields. Grocery deliveries accepted from supermarkets. There is also a holiday cottage on the farm sleeping 6 over two rooms. Situated midway between the Western Lake District Fells and the Irish Sea Coast makes this site ideal for lower or higher level walks. Sandy beaches at Seascale and St Bees have cafes selling locally made ice cream alongside play areas to keep children happy. Scafell England's highest mountain is close by as are a number of Wainwrights. Nearby is Muncaster Castle and Gardens with its Hawk and Owl Centre, also Ravenglass, a Roman port.  You can ride up the Eskdale Valley on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway. Perhaps take a stroll to Stanley Ghyll waterfall. There are cafes at both terminuses with a museum in Ravenglass where nearby you can sample Ravenglass Ice Cream. Wasdale and Ennerdale are close by both valleys having cafes and pubs.
Electrical hookup
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Grinsdale Campsite

9. Grinsdale Campsite

92%
(6)
94km from Whithorn · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Wild camping with water and toilets on site, also the King Charles coastal path, just 2 minutes from Hadrians Wall and next to the River Eden open from Easter until end of September 2026 glamping tents available
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Lea field shap

10. Lea field shap

94%
(9)
115km from Whithorn · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
LEA FIELD CAMPSITE – SHAP, PENRITH New Caravan, Motorhome, Campervan Stopover Site Please Note There are No Toilets On Site But we Do Have a Chemical Waste Point & Waste water Point Just 2 minutes from Junction 39, M6 Perfect for an overnight stop or countryside break! Enjoy stunning open views, fresh air rural setting at Lea Field Campsite in the beautiful village of Shap near Penrith. Occasional traffic and train noise due to nearby road and railway.” ✅ What We Offer ✅ Electric hook-up points ✅ Fresh water access ✅Waste disposal point ✅Spacious grass pitches ✅Easy access from the M6 ✅countryside location ✅Beautiful panoramic views Only £20 Per Night inc Electric Ideal for: ✔ Motorhomes ✔ Campervans ✔ Caravans ✔️ Tents ✔ Stopovers on your journey north or south Relax, unwind and enjoy the countryside in a simple, peaceful setting. Lea Field Campsite – Shap, Penrith📍 2 mins from M6 J39 Message now to book or enquire! ☎️01931716351 📲07908276048
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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Staddlestones Paddock

11. Staddlestones Paddock

93%
(7)
128km from Whithorn · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Quiet green area on the edge of town. Easy walk to town centre with cafes, shops etc. Accessible by public transport. Space for bikes/canoes/horse. 5 minutes’ walk across park to River Tweed. We aim to offer an exclusive enclosed quarter acre pitch and would let you know if sharing with someone else.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

12. West Highland Way Hotel & Campsite

82%
(44)
140km from Whithorn · 44 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A welcoming campsite on the West Highland Way
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Full hookups

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May through August is the best time to visit for making the most of Scotland’s extended summer daylight hours and relatively good weather. However the season can bring crowds and booked-up campsites. If planning to visit in the summer, try to avoid travelling during the Scottish school holidays in July and early August. The Wigtown Book Festival is always a popular event in the area and typically takes place in late September/early October.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field
Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

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