Dog-friendly glamping near Selkirk

Sitting above the Ettrick and Yarrow Valleys, in the heart of the Scottish Borders, Selkirk’s rich history involves such figures as William Wallace, James V and Sir Walter Scott. Visitors should also check out the town’s rich textile history and sample its famed local dish, the Selkirk bannock, a kind of fruit cake. Just west of Selkirk, Bowhill House and Grounds has an outdoor adventure playground and woodland trails while, to the east, the Ale Water Valley is the ideal setting for outdoor activities such as cycling, horse riding and golf. While camping options in town are scarce, there are plenty of nearby spots.

100% (88) • 133 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Selkirk

The Snug at Logie Farm

1. The Snug at Logie Farm

100%

(7)

94km from Selkirk · 1 unit · Glamping

Luxury glamping pods with all mod cons, with an elevated position overlooking the River Tay.

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£275

/ night

Rowan Retreat

2. Rowan Retreat

88km from Selkirk · 1 unit · Glamping

Shepherd's hut in idylic location with extensive views under dark skies,set on its own in a private 5 acre field amidst nature,semi off grid,decking under a canopy,firepit area, centrally located for Lake District,Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland and Scottish borders.

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£68

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Pirnie Lodge Farm

3. Pirnie Lodge Farm

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(2)

74km from Selkirk · 3 units · Glamping

Lodges with hot tubs in peaceful countryside near Falkirk

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£152

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Old Rectory Howick

4. Old Rectory Howick

79km from Selkirk · 2 units · Glamping

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.

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Campfires

Wifi

from

£95

/ night

Garrison Shepherd's Huts

5. Garrison Shepherd's Huts

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(2)

70km from Selkirk · 4 units · Glamping

Shepherd’s hut glamping near Hadrian’s Wall and the Solway Firth.

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£100

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Sitting above the Ettrick and Yarrow Valleys, in the heart of the Scottish Borders, Selkirk’s rich history involves such figures as William Wallace, James V and Sir Walter Scott. Visitors should also check out the town’s rich textile history and sample its famed local dish, the Selkirk bannock, a kind of fruit cake. Just west of Selkirk, Bowhill House and Grounds has an outdoor adventure playground and woodland trails while, to the east, the Ale Water Valley is the ideal setting for outdoor activities such as cycling, horse riding and golf. While camping options in town are scarce, there are plenty of nearby spots.

100% (88) • 133 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Selkirk

The Snug at Logie Farm

1. The Snug at Logie Farm

100%

(7)

94km from Selkirk · 1 unit · Glamping

Luxury glamping pods with all mod cons, with an elevated position overlooking the River Tay.

Showers

Hot Tub

Wifi

from

£275

/ night

Rowan Retreat

2. Rowan Retreat

88km from Selkirk · 1 unit · Glamping

Shepherd's hut in idylic location with extensive views under dark skies,set on its own in a private 5 acre field amidst nature,semi off grid,decking under a canopy,firepit area, centrally located for Lake District,Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland and Scottish borders.

Showers

Campfires

Potable water

from

£68

/ night

Pirnie Lodge Farm

3. Pirnie Lodge Farm

100%

(2)

74km from Selkirk · 3 units · Glamping

Lodges with hot tubs in peaceful countryside near Falkirk

Showers

Hot Tub

Wifi

from

£152

/ night

Old Rectory Howick

4. Old Rectory Howick

79km from Selkirk · 2 units · Glamping

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.

Showers

Campfires

Wifi

from

£95

/ night

Garrison Shepherd's Huts

5. Garrison Shepherd's Huts

100%

(2)

70km from Selkirk · 4 units · Glamping

Shepherd’s hut glamping near Hadrian’s Wall and the Solway Firth.

Showers

Hot Tub

Wifi

from

£100

/ night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Dan

January 2025

2 nights at Pirnie Lodge Farm

From the minute we arrived Anne was welcoming and gave us all the information to do with the lodge, the lodge itself was spotless and felt homely from the minute we walked in. Anne also left a welcome pack which was an added bonus, the hot tub was ready on arrival and Anne also shown us how to use this before leaving Anne gave us recommendations on places to visit and where we could go for days out, we were recommended the milk barn which was delicious, the ice cream and milkshakes were perfect! We would also recommend going there! Thank you Anne, we love our stays

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Dog-friendly glamping near Selkirk guide

Where to go

Melrose

A 15-minute drive north of Selkirk, the charming town of Melrose is home to the fascinating Melrose Abbey and is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding Eildon Hills. Close to the town centre, Melrose Gibson Park Club Site has pitches for tents and tourers.

Hawick

Heading 15 minutes south of Selkirk, Hawick is especially known for its rich textile history, and continues to produce knitwear and cashmere today. The town is also home to the beautiful Wilton Lodge Park, which has a variety of walking paths along rivers and to waterfalls. Ten minutes east of Hawick, Wild Woods Camping Ruberslaw has tent pitches in a variety of settings, including inside a walled garden.

Newburgh

A 25-minute drive west of Selkirk, the village of Newburgh is located in the Ettrick Valley. The area is popular with cyclists who can pedal through the landscape and challenge themselves at the nearby 7stanes mountain biking centre. Fishing, horse riding, and kayaking are also popular activities. Here, the glamping site Ettrick Valley Yurts has a selection of yurts set in the rolling hills.

When to go

The Scottish Borders is a year-round destination. July and August, when Scottish schools are on holiday, is peak tourist season and also the warmest. The Selkirk Common Riding, held annually in mid-June, is the town’s most popular event and a spectacle not to be missed. For avoiding crowds while still enjoying mild weather, May and September are good options. April is the driest month of the year and December the wettest.

Know before you go

Not all campsites in the area open year-round: check opening dates before travelling.
If you choose to wild camp, be sure to adhere to the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
The closest train station is in Galashiels, which is a 15-minute bus journey away and has direct links to Edinburgh. Local buses can get you to most nearby places of interest.
There are a few small supermarkets in Selkirk where you will find the essentials. For bigger purchases, head for Galashiels.