Glamping in Scottish Lowlands with horseback riding

Before fleeing for the Highlands, linger a while in the countryside, on the coast, and the cultural epicentre of Scotland.

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12 top glamping sites in Scottish Lowlands with horseback riding

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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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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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Woodman's Huts

3 units · Glamping1 acre · Cumbria, North West England
Beautiful handmade shepherd's huts in the heart of the picturesque South Lakes
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£110
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Otter Moss Accommodation

4 units · Glamping12 acres · Brampton, England
Otter Moss Accommodation offers a variety of upscale camping options suitable for couples, families, and groups. Nestled within a picturesque 12-acre former farm, the majority of the site surrounds a spacious meadow. Additionally, the site boasts a charming small lake featuring three islands and a rowing boat for leisurely water activities. Situated at the northern edge of the stunning Eden Valley, guests can enjoy sweeping views of the Cumbrian Fells, with visibility extending to the Solway Firth and the Lake District on clear days. The Lake District is a convenient 40-minute drive away, while various sections of Hadrian's Wall are even closer, reachable within a 15-minute drive. Carlisle and the M6 motorway to Scotland are both just 20 minutes away, with the picturesque market town of Brampton also within a 15-minute drive and offering its own attractions. Local pubs are plentiful in the area, with a diverse selection available within a five-mile radius. Accommodation units at Otter Moss come equipped with heating, kitchen utensils, and stoves, ensuring guests' comfort and convenience. Each unit also includes firepits or barbecues, as well as bedding and towels for a hassle-free stay.
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The Damson Shepherd's Hut

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Cumbria, North West England
A shepherd's hut for two in the lesser-known Lyth Valley, four miles from Lake Windermere
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Cleghorn Farm

15 units · Glamping, Tents250 acres · Lanark, Scotland
*PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE ONLY OPEN FOR CABIN BOOKINGS UNTIL NEXT SPRING. THE CABIN IS AVAILABLE FOR MIDWEEK AND WEEKEND BOOKINGS. WE REQUIRE AT LEAST 48 HOURS NOTICE FOR CABIN 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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The Black Swan

3 units · Glamping1 acre · Kirkby Stephen, England
Our three, brand new wood and canvas yurts are nestled in our private, woodland hotel garden beside the beautiful conservation (SSSI) river of Scandal Beck. Just a short drive from The Lake District, The Yorkshire and Durham Dales as well as The Scottish Border, we are perfectly located for you to explore. The yurts themselves are individually decorated with full size furniture, electricity and double beds. The yurts are all located in the garden of The Black Swan Hotel, Ravenstonedale, a multi award-winning hotel, restaurant and bar; recipient of 2 AA Rosettes as well as AA pub of the year for England 2018/19. As part of your stay in our yurts you will receive a full cooked breakfast and buffet option included in the price for 2 people in our hotel restaurant. We like to think of ourselves as a cosy home from home with a relaxed dining atmosphere throughout. We are very dog friendly in the hotel, restaurant, bar and yurts so please bring your furry family members. Our beautiful woodland is also home to red squirrels (which are seen daily), protected, freshwater crayfish in the river, an otter (seen very infrequently but the nemesis of our ducks), 6 Indian runner ducks, free range chickens and our two cockerels! (Dogs are very welcome but are to be kept on a lead whilst in the woodland itself). We are very dog friendly and charge an additional fee of £15 for 1 dog/ £20 for 2 dogs for an additional cleaning fee and for some dog friendly goodies such as poop bags and treats. The price of this yurt is based on an occupancy of 2 people. Any other people who will be staying on the sofa bed will add a charge of £40 per person per night for breakfast and their stay. All yurts come with electrical battery pack, chargeable lanterns, tea/coffee, homemade biscuits, log burning stoves, towels, full breakfast included from the hotel, an outdoor seating area and access to our outdoor toasty warm woodland shower as well as our very cute, wooden toilet cabin. Hairdryers are available in the hotel for your use.
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Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

5 units · Glamping17 acres · Perthshire , Scotland
Luxury woodland cabins, each with a private hot tub, in the grounds of a Scottish castle
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Muiredge

8 units · Glamping1 acre · Perth and Kinross, Central Scotland
Rural glamping in a converted railway carriage, shepherd's hut, or bell tent in blissful Scotland
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Bamburgh Under Canvas

5 units · Glamping7 acres · Northumberland, North East England
Luxury Lotus Belle tent glamping with sweeping views, within walking distance of Bamburgh town and castle (and beach)
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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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Hedgehope Retreat | Sleeps 6

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Swarland, England
Hedgehope gains its namesake from one of the beautiful mountains within the cheviots, just a short journey away from where this luxury caravan is situated. Nestled within woodland that has stood for hundreds of years, this beautiful caravan offers the chance for a Northumbrian escape. We also pride ourselves in being as environmentally-friendly as possible so offset our carbon as a business! Hedgehope is encapsulated by a small area of woodland, allowing for beautiful scenery to be seen through the patio doors to the front of the caravan and running alongside also. Through the trees to the front of the retreat, views of the Cheviots can be seen, alongside the private golf course which can be used at your leisure throughout your stay at no extra cost, the course is 18 hole, par 72 and can be booked through the park reception. Also included within your stay is free access to the sports court, which can be used for tennis, 5-a-side or any other sports you can think of, a fantastic children’s adventure playground, situated next to the park’s reception and picnic tables, and of course the beautiful woods that surrounds Percy Wood holiday park. There is also a launderette on site, allowing for washing to be done easily one your longer stays. This retreat is situated on the edge of the idyllic village of Swarland, which boasts a well-kept sports centre with multiple facilities, a large children’s playground and many walks to chose from, as well as being in an excellent location with the A1 being only a 5-minute drive away, providing easy access to other parts of Northumberland. Within your stay, we will provide advice and guidance for the best places to visit whilst in this stunning part of the UK, but if you’re wondering what there is to do in Northumberland whilst booking your stay, let us boast about our amazing county. Alnwick is a 15-minute journey up the A1 from your stay, which is the traditional county town of Northumberland, it includes the incredible Alnwick castle and gardens; which you may recognise from movies such as Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, one of Europe’s largest second-hand book stores set in a Victorian train station and Alnwick playhouse; an arts centre, theatre and cinema. If you prefer the beach to towns, Northumberland is host to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, from Alnmouth to Amble, there is a variety of beaches to chose from that you can spend all day at. For more inland activities, you have the entirety of the county to chose from for countryside activities. The observatory in our national park, Cragside in Rothbury; which hosts some of the first ever hydraulic powered machinery, Ingram valley; for picnics in the south cheviots, you will never be bored on your trip to Northumberland.
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Glamping in Scottish Lowlands with horseback riding guide

Overview

The lowlands of Scotland stretch along the bottom half of the diagonal Highland Boundary Fault that runs from the Isle of Arran off the west coast to Stonehaven in the northeast. While the southern landscape is markedly less dramatic, it’s arguably just as beautiful. The diverse lowlands encompass the Central Belt, the far-flung Dumfries and Galloway, the wild rivers and winding roads of the Scottish Borders, and the eastern coast up to Aberdeen. Wherever in the Lowlands you camp, there is something to explore in every season, and with excellent public transport links, you can get a taste of urban culture one day before jumping off into a true Scottish adventure the next.

Where to go

Central Belt

Encompassing Scotland’s two largest cities, the Central Belt is the starting point for most Scottish adventures. It’s worth spending a couple days in both cities before you fly off to the countryside. In the capital of Edinburgh, tour the most iconic castle in Scotland, get lost along the winding streets of the mediaeval Old Town, and climb the extinct volcano of Arthur’s Seat for a view that stretches out to the Firth of Forth. August and Christmas are the busiest times, when the city explodes with visitors for the Edinburgh Festival and the Christmas markets. In Glasgow, stroll the green spaces dotted throughout the city, pop into some of the best live music venues in Britain, and walk the Glasgow Mural Trail. The west coast offers access to the islands of Arran and Bute. On the east, the thriving village of Dunbar is a great place to enjoy some North Sea surfing.

Dumfries and Galloway

In the southwestern corner of Scotland, Dumfries and Galloway is not on the traditional tourist circuit mostly because of the limited public transport to the region. All the more reason to pack up your tent and road-trip to the uncrowded Galloway Forest, a designated International Dark Sky Park. Four of the world-class 7 Stanes mountain bike parks are spread across the area, and from the coast enjoy views out toward the Isle of Man and Ireland. 

Scottish Borders

Sandwiched between the Lammamuir and the Cheviot Hills at the northern edge of England, the Scottish Borders were once disputed territory and now one of Scotland’s hidden gems. It’s an area rich in Neolithic, Iron Age and early Christian history, which you can experience by walking the Borders Abbey Way or St Cuthbert’s Way. Explore the bustling village of Peebles and the nearby mountain bike park at Glentress Forest, escape to the seaside village of St Abbs, or to the banks of the River Tweed and scale the hills for views across the green gateway to the great North. 

Fife and the East Coast

The Kingdom of Fife offers an idyllic countryside escape, just a hop and a skip over the Forth Bridge from Edinburgh. The Fife Coastal Path traces the North Sea through the fishing villages of the East Neuk and up through the buzzing town of St. Andrews. Northwest of Fife, Perth and Dundee offer a dose of small city life. Further north, the villages of Arbroath, Montros,e and Stonehaven are known for their beaches, fresh seafood, harbour town character, and castles.

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