Campsites in The Stewartry of Kirkcudbright

The “artist’s town” of Kirkcudbright is the perfect base for exploring South West Scotland.

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Campsites in The Stewartry of Kirkcudbright guide

Overview

A thriving town of artists and fisherfolk, Kirkcudbright sits on the banks of the River Dee along the Solway Coast and is home to an attractive town centre filled with pastel-coloured houses. Surrounded by coastline and rolling hills, Kirkcudbright is the ideal base for cycling, hiking, fishing, golfing or spending a lazy day at the beach: the nearby, secluded Dhoon beach is a favourite for swimming. Visitors can also explore the town’s art galleries, independent shops and historic sites, such as MacLellan's Castle, a ruined 16th-century tower house by the harbourside.

Where to go

Around Town

Kirkcudbright is filled with so much to see that it is well worth basing yourself in the town. Attractions such as the bustling harbour and elegant Georgian-era Broughton House and Garden are within a short walking distance of various caravan parks, home to pitches for tourers and tents. A five-minute drive south, other camping spots offer views of Kirkcudbright Bay as far as Ross Island with tent and tourer pitches as well as glamping pods.

Borgue

Further down the Solway Firth, the quaint village of Borgue is well-placed for enjoying the area’s dramatic coastline and rolling hills and is accessible for the South West Coastal 300 Route (SWC300). Some area working farms offer pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes.

Gatehouse of Fleet

A 15-minute drive west of Kirkcudbright, the designated UNESCO Biosphere community of Gatehouse of Fleet is a popular destination for activities such as golf, walking, cycling, fishing and sailing in Port Macadam. Close to town and within easy reach of Galloway Forest Park, area holiday parks afford quiet sites with pitchers for tents and tourers.

When to go

Summer is the prime time to visit Kirkcudbright. Not only are the days long and the weather at its best, but the town has a full calendar of summer festivities including “Scottish nights” featuring bagpipers, Scottish country dancing and more fun activities. The summer season kicks off with the Riding of the Marches, where more than 100 horses and riders ride the town's boundaries, and culminates with a tattoo, set against the backdrop of MacLellan’s Castle.

Know before you go

  • Wild camping is legal throughout Scotland as long as you follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
  • Local buses can get you around most places of interest. There is a train station in Dumfries, 28 miles (45 kilometres) away, which has direct connections to Glasgow and over the border to Carlisle. 
  • There are several small supermarkets in Kirkcudbright, including a Tesco Metro, where you should be able to find all the essentials. For bigger purchases, head for Dumfries.

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