Camping Holiday In The Heart Of Scotland - Alan Rogers
60 campsites in Scotland, Heart Of Scotland
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Situated as it is, on the northern outskirts and within easy reach of the city of Edinburgh, this large, busy Caravan and Motorhome Club site provides an ideal base for touring. The site is only a stone’s throw away from the waterfront where visitors can walk along the promenade of Cramond and, only a short drive away, visitors can enjoy the popular coastal suburb of Portobello with its pubs, restaurants and shops. The nearest hotel/restaurant is under a mile away, and the Firth of Forth bridge about two miles.
Balbirnie Park Caravan and Motorhome Club site offers a variety of walks, some of which are suitable for cycling, wheelchairs and mobility scooters. The site is great for dog owners, with plenty of open space and woodland, and is a great holiday location for everyone in the family. There are 82 grass and hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electricity, grouped in open areas and surrounded by statuesque mature trees or others located in charming shady glades. 3 tent pitches without electricity. Some pitches are seasonal. The nearby village of Markinch is only steps away and offers grocery shops, a post office, restaurants, bars and cafes, most of which offer free Wi-Fi and are dog friendly.
The Clachan Caravan and Motorhome Club site is a find with its several open pitching areas tucked quietly away in woodland ablaze with wildflowers and an amazing range of bird and wildlife. Based here, you can experience the best of this fabulous countryside on foot or by car as you are in the glens, mountains and lochs of the Central Highlands - country to dream about. The 42 pitches are mainly hardstanding with just 11 grass. All have 16 amp electricity. Some seasonal pitches.
Located within easy reach from Yellowcraig Caravan and Motorhome Club site, the promontory harbour affords exceptional views of the Bass Rock and other islands. Nearby East Lothian combines convenient access to 'Auld Reekie' with its many charming villages of pantiled cottages. The site also provides access to the John Muir Way, a coast to coast long distance walking path that stretches right across Scotland.
Callander Woods Holiday Park is situated within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, just a mile from the centre of Callander. Surrounded by mature trees, this attractive, family run park is peaceful and spacious. All is kept in a pristine condition and a very warm welcome awaits on arrival with a superb information pack given to all. The 128 all grass touring pitches are reasonably level, open plan and marked, with 16A electricity, water and drain. Tents and pup tents are not accepted, groundsheets are not permitted. Privately owned caravan holiday homes are located away from the touring section near the river which runs for 200 yards along the park boundary.
North Ledaig Caravan Park is one of the best locations on Scotland's west coast. A wonderful 30 acre park that has been awarded the David Bellamy Conservation Award, it is situated on a 2 mile sand and shingle beach on Ardmucknish Bay. Here sailing, water sports and bathing can be enjoyed by all the family. Some pitches at the site are almost on the water's edge, and all of them face the sea, offering a panoramic view to the beautiful Isle of Mull. The location is ideal for children with an adventure playground on site. Keep an eye out for the bin raiding otters! The site has 120 hardstanding pitches (some seasonal) all with 16 amp electricity. The site is a member of the Caravan and Motorhome Club Affiliated Site Scheme.
Maragowan Caravan and Motorhome Club Site is a picturesque family holiday location nestled on the bank of the River Lochay in Scotland. It is within comfortable walking distance of the quaint little holiday town of Killin where you can idle the time away in the various shops and restaurants. The site puts you within easy reach of a wealth of fun outdoor activities. 99 mainly hardstanding pitches all with 16 amp electricity. Some seasonal pitches. There is a 9-hole golf course and trout fishing is permitted in the river (free) without a permit. Cycling routes are in close proximity and mountain bikes can be hired in the village of Killin. Kayaking, hill walking and mountaineering can all be undertaken from the site. No arrivals before 1.00pm.
The Woods Caravan Park's main advantage is its location. Take time out to explore Fishcross, Alloa. It really is the perfect base, where the Lowlands end and the Highlands begin. Nearby is Dollar Glen and its National Trust woodland - a classic setting for a relaxing afternoon stroll on the easy to follow tracks. A wander up to the Castle Campbell is a must! If you fancy something livelier, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth are easily accessible. The Trossachs and Loch Lomond are also within easy reach from the site.
Carradale Bay Caravan site is situated on one of the best beaches on the Kintyre Peninsular. The superb panoramic views over the sea and surrounding countryside that are sure to take your breath away. The Isle of Arran offers a glorious backdrop in one direction and wooded hills are to be seen on the other, ensuring that no matter where you look you will experience a visual feast. This is also an ideal location for island hopping from your Kintyre base as the entire area is a haven for wildlife and a birdwatchers' paradise. The site is a member of the Caravan and Motorhome Club Affiliated Site Scheme, but non-members are also very welcome
The 1,200-acre Strathclyde Country Park is a large green area less than 15 miles from the centre of Glasgow. This Caravan and Motorhome Club site features 107 all-weather, large, flat hardstanding pitches (some seasonal) all with 16 amp electricity. There are 12 serviced pitches. Space for 45 tents (seasonal), all off tarmac roads. The warden’s accommodation and toilet blocks are attractively clad in wood to blend in with their surroundings. This site is suitable as a stopover or for a longer holiday (max. 21 days) and it is ideal as a base for visiting the numerous attractions in and around Glasgow. As the site is close to the motorway, there may be some traffic noise. No arrivals before 1.00pm.
A series of improvements over the last few years has made this one of the top parks in Scotland. Almost, but not quite, on the banks of Loch Lomond, this landscaped, well planned park is suitable for both transit or longer stays. There are 110 touring units on well spaced, numbered pitches on flat or gently sloping grass. All have hardstanding and 10A electrical connections and 27 have water and waste water too. Watersports activities and boat trips are possible on Loch Lomond, with a visitor attraction, Lomond Shores, nearby.
Forfar Lochside Caravan and Motorhome Club Site offers access to the attractive Angus Glens. It has a picturesque parkland location on the shores of the loch within Forfar Loch Country Park. The beautiful country park is ideal for dog walking, cycling or a quiet stroll through the trees with fantastic views - for keen walkers it is possible to walk round the entire loch! This award-winning site is also situated within a few minutes' walk of the bustling centre of Forfar, the county town of Angus.
This attractively laid out, quality park has individual pitches and good facilities and although outnumbered by caravan holiday homes, the touring section is an important subsidiary. Its facilities are both well designed and comprehensive. There are 58 level touring pitches on hardstandings with grass area for awnings (only ‘breathable’ type groundsheets may be used) and hardstanding area for cars on most. All caravan pitches are large (130 sq.m) and are equipped with 16A electricity, water and drainage. There are 15 larger patio pitches with summer house, barbecue patio, picnic table and chairs, partially screened. Tents are taken on a grassy meadow at one end, also with electricity available.
Perth Caravan Park & Camp Site is situated on the outskirts of Perth and enjoys panoramic views over the surrounding Grampian mountains. This is a good base for a golfing break, with no less than five excellent courses within a short distance, including Saint Andrews and Gleneagles. There are 46 touring pitches here. These are grassy and of a good size. All have electrical connections. A further eight tent pitches are available (some with electricity). The site also has a number of Microlodge Hobbit Houses. These are unique wooden chalets, fully equipped to a high standard (even including a TV). Adjacent to the site is a play barn for children, which also houses a restaurant, karting, bowling and a golf driving range.
Sauchope Links Park is a member of the Largo Leisure Parks group with a good range of facilities on offer, notably a heated swimming pool, an indoor recreation room and a play area for children. The coastal location is very attractive with miles of rocky shore to be explored and the Fife Coastal Path traverses the site. Pitches here are grassy and of a good size. A number of fully serviced pitches are available and also hardstandings. Sea front pitches provide views of the Isle of May. Alternatively, a number of mobile homes and micro lodges (small wooden chalets) are available to rent.
Located in the John Muir Country Park, Belhaven Bay Caravan Park is just one mile from the historic town of Dunbar, where the ancient castle ruin stands guard over the town’s twin harbours. This is an excellent family park with easy access to the beach and to the clifftop trail which has spectacular views capturing the beauty of the countryside and seascapes. The park’s 66 caravan holiday homes (five to rent) are located quite separately from the touring and tent areas. These are surrounded by mature trees and are arranged in large open bays. There is a new tent and touring area with electricity points, so now there are 60 reasonably level, mostly grass touring pitches, 48 with 10A electricity available.
Aberfeldy Caravan Park is a popular and relaxed touring base in Highland Perthshire. The site has 134 grass pitches (some seasonal) for caravan and motorhome holidays, including a handful of hardstanding pitches. Some pitches have electric hookups – prepay card meter £10.00 deposit for card.
Nestling on the side of a hill, three miles south of Aberfoyle, this is an excellent base for touring this famously beautiful area. Lochs Lomond, Ard, Venachar and others are within easy reach, as are the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park and, of course, the Trossachs. Very neat and tidy, there are 45 well laid out and marked pitches arranged on terraces with hardstanding. All have electricity and most also have water, drainage and TV connections. There is also a large area for tents. There are trees between the terraces and lovely views across the valley. The adjoining oak and bluebell woods are a haven for wildlife and there are some wonderful walks.
There are no formal touring facilities here, but special arrangements for overnight stays in the parking area are possible for groups. Please note that this is only suitable for caravans and motorhomes with their own facilities as there are no sanitary blocks.
Dunbar Camping & Caravanning Club site is close to the popular East Lothian seaside town of the same name and adjacent to Whitesands Bay - a long stretch of sandy surfing beach. Spectacular landscapes surround the site, ensuring wherever you are pitched you have a stunning view. There is a large picnic area overlooking the coast and most pitches have sea views which extend over the Firth of Forth and Bass Rock, a temporary nesting spot for 150,000 seabirds during peak season. The site is nicely laid out and spacious with 115 grass or hardstanding pitches, most with electric hook-up. Some seasonal.
Heart of Scotland
This area comprises Perthshire, Angus and Dundee and the Kingdom of Fife. It offers visitors unspoiled highland glens, stunning rugged coastlines as well as the vibrant cosmopolitan town of Dundee. Fantastic for walkers, it has some of the finest and most accessible scenery in the Scottish Highlands.



















