Campsites with swimming in Scottish Borders

Set up camp in the Scottish Borders and dive straight into wild swimming—this region’s rivers and lochs are brisk, clear, and rarely crowded. You’ll find over a dozen sites that put swimming at the heart of the experience, with options from as low as £60 a night and an average closer to £135. Top picks include Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts (9 reviews), Hadrian’s Wall Campsite (9 reviews), and Cleghorn Farm (7 reviews). Most sites allow campfires, and you’ll have access to toilets and showers. If you need a break from the water, grab your boots—hiking, fishing, and even surfing are all on offer nearby. Don’t forget a warm towel and a flask of tea; you’ll want both after a dip.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Set up camp in the Scottish Borders and dive straight into wild swimming—this region’s rivers and lochs are brisk, clear, and rarely crowded. You’ll find over a dozen sites that put swimming at the heart of the experience, with options from as low as £60 a night and an average closer to £135. Top picks include Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts (9 reviews), Hadrian’s Wall Campsite (9 reviews), and Cleghorn Farm (7 reviews). Most sites allow campfires, and you’ll have access to toilets and showers. If you need a break from the water, grab your boots—hiking, fishing, and even surfing are all on offer nearby. Don’t forget a warm towel and a flask of tea; you’ll want both after a dip.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Bamburgh Under Canvas

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5 units · Glamping · Northumberland, North East England

Luxury Lotus Belle tent glamping with sweeping views, within walking distance of Bamburgh town and castle (and beach)

2. Cleghorn Farm

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15 units · Tents, Glamping · Lanark, Scotland

*PLEASE NOTE THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR MIDWEEK AND WEEKEND BOOKINGS. CAMPING WILL RETURN IN SPRING 2026.* 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.

3. Woodland Chase Glamping

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2 units · Glamping · Felton, England

Romantic, two-person cabins with hot tubs in Northumberland

4. Old Rectory Howick

2 units · Glamping · Alnwick, England

The Old Rectory is surrounded by farmland near to Howick Village. Close to the Northumberland Coast we are within walking distance of the Howick Hall Gardens and the seaside Village of Craster. Our Bell Tent and Shepherd's Hut allow you to get close to local wildlife including Hares and Rabbits. Roe deer, hedgehogs, pheasants and songbirds.

5. Laverock Law Cottages and Glamping

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1 unit · Glamping · Bamburgh, Northumberland, North East England

We are perfectly situated to explore both the Northumbrian Coastal area, including Holy Island , Bamburgh etc but also great for those who wish to discover the amazing Cheviot hills. Our site is managed organically and has won awards for sustainable tourism, itself a true escape and nature paradise.

6. Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

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2 units · Glamping · Cumbria, North West England

Two yurts with hot tubs in the Cumbrian countryside just a mile away from Hadrian’s Wall

Stories from the community

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Paul

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Cleghorn Farm

The beautiful cabin is in a lovely quiet private space. There are nice views across to the hills particularly when sat by the firepit. Alex and Lauren made us feel very welcome.

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Louise

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

Absolutely everything about the site was immaculate and so carefully thought out. Beautiful yurts, beautiful surroundings and the most amazing glamping trip.

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Jon

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Hadrian's Wall Country Yurts

Caroline was fantastic! She made the check-in and check out so easy and ensured our comfort throughout, and the yurt and its facilities were perfect! This place is a gem! External cooking facilities were great, as was the wood fired hot tub!....perfect for a just needed getaway! Would certainly stay here again and again!...the yurts décor and cleanliness was exceptional. Top tip...order the pizza oven...its really worth it. Thanks again Caroline....

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Tim

May 2025

2 nights at Bamburgh Under Canvas

Beautiful quiet site. The tent felt entirely private/separate from the few others on the site. Well equipped and comfortable. Perfectly located for exploring the North East coast. Campbell was really helpful and made our stay great. Couldn't recommend more!