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LISTED: 20 Best Caravan Parks in Scotland
- Whitecairn Holiday Park
- Carradale Bay Caravan Park
- Faskally Caravan Park
- The Woods Caravan Park
- Tayview Caravan Park
- Sands Caravan and Camping Park
- Haven Seton Sands Holiday Park
- Parkdean Resorts Eyemouth Holiday Park
- Auchenlarie Holiday Park
- Blair Drummond Caravan Park
- Highland Gateway Glamping and Caravanning
- Huntly Castle Caravan Park
- Milarrochy Bay Camping and Caravanning Club Site
- Glencoe Camping and Caravanning Club Site
- Altnaharra Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
- Turnberry Holiday Park
- Parkdean Resorts Nairn Lochloy Holiday Park
- Linwater Caravan Park
- Blairgowrie Holiday Park
- Loch Lomond Holiday Park
Every Scot knows you can never go wrong with going to a caravan park when it comes to fun holidays with the family. Not only is it convenient, but it also has beautiful views and peaceful surroundings.
Whether you’re staying in a static caravan or parking your vehicle for a quick stop, these sites have everything you need from bathrooms to playgrounds. Here’s our list of the best caravan parks in Scotland!
1. Whitecairn Holiday Park
Website: https://whitecairncaravans.co.uk/
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Address: Glenluce, Wigtown, Newton Stewart, DG8 0NZ, UK
Contact details: +44 1581 300267
Operating hours: Always open
Price: £££
Whitecairn Holiday Park is a wonderful family and pet-friendly destination found on a hillside with a panoramic view of Mull of Galloway. It has different caravans with two to three bedrooms, equipped with a kitchenette and bathroom.
There are fully-serviced pitches for touring caravans. Its on-site amenities include a heated indoor swimming pool, trout fishing pond and kids’ playground.
Pro tips:
The park does not accept any payments upon arrival at the site. The full balance must be paid 6 weeks before your chosen date.
By the way, there is unstable WiFi at times given the site’s location so it’s best to have an alternative prepared in case you need to be connected to the internet all the time.
Or you can use this chance to put your phones down and enjoy the scenery!
2. Carradale Bay Caravan Park
Website: https://www.carradalebay.com/
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Address: Carradale Estate, Carradale, PA28 6QG, UK
Contact details: +44 1583 431665
Operating hours: Always open
Price: ££
Carradale Bay Holiday Park is found on a beach on Kintyre Peninsula. If weather permits, you can even spot some dolphins swimming around the area!
By the way, all caravans are recent models that are fit for families and couples. They come with the necessary equipment such as a gas stove, oven, bathroom and a coloured television.
Pro tips:
Pets are only allowed to stay in log cabins and not on caravans.
If you need any help, look for Colin, the owner, so he can assist you, especially for those who want to connect to the electric pitches.
3. Faskally Caravan Park
Website: https://www.faskally.co.uk/
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Address: Faskally Caravan Park, Pitlochry, PH16 5LD, UK
Contact details: +44 1796 472007
Operating hours: Always open
Price: ££
Faskally Caravan Park is found at the heart of Perthshire, showcasing beautiful views of the nearby hills and excellent facilities. This includes a bar, restaurant, heated indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, children’s playground and more.
This family-friendly park offers different accommodations from holiday homes to chalets. But they also work as a serviced area for touring caravans and motorhomes.
Pro tip:
The best spot to get a good WiFi connection is on the grass pitches and not on the hard-standing one.
4. The Woods Caravan Park
Website: https://www.thewoodscaravanpark.co.uk/
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Address: Diverswell Farm by Alva, Clackmannanshire, FK10 3AN, UK
Contact details: +44 1259 762802
Operating hours: Always open
Price: £
The Woods Caravan Park has gorgeous views of the Ochil Hills and great facilities like
a bar and restaurant (aka The Woodsman), a children’s playground, and award-winning heated toilet blocks – yup, it’s as posh as it gets! – among others.
For those with touring caravans and motorhomes, there are 95 large hard standings available. The other accommodations offered in the park are wooden lodges and leisure homes.
Pro tips:
If you want to fish in the nearby ponds, you can buy a permit on-site.
Also, note that a deposit of £26 is required at the time of your booking which is non-refundable.
5. Tayview Caravan Park
Website: https://tayview.co.uk/
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Address: South Union St, Monifieth, Dundee, DD5 4GH, UK
Contact details: +44 1382 532837
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday – 9 AM – 5 PM
- Friday – 9 AM – 7 PM
- Saturday to Sunday – 10 AM – 4 PM
Price: ££
Located near the small town of Monifieth, Tayview Caravan Park has glamping cabins with a beachfront view and allows touring caravans who need to connect on seasonal pitches.
By the way, they don’t accept any tents and only allow awnings if they’re attached to your caravan or motorhome. While you stay here, you can drive to nearby restaurants, golf courses and even museums in Dundee.
Pro tip:
Arrivals are only allowed within certain hours: Monday to Thursday until 4 PM, Friday until 5 PM and Saturday to Sunday until 3 PM.
If you get to the site beyond the said schedule, you’ll need to wait for the main office to open the next morning and park in the overnight bays momentarily.
6. Sands Caravan and Camping Park
Website: https://www.sandscaravanandcamping.co.uk/
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Address: Gairloch, IV21 2DL, UK
Contact details: +44 1445 712152
Operating hours: Always open
Price: ££
When you stay in Sands Caravan and Camping Park, you’re sure to get marvellous panoramic views of the Isle of Skye and Outer Hebrides during your stay. They have static caravans for hire and accept touring caravans and motorhomes too.
There are 250 pitches all over the area for you to choose from, whether it’s by the dunes or the elevated space with views across Minch. They have great amenities like a covered indoor cooking and eating area, game and tv room, kid’s play area and more.
Pro tips:
A £100 deposit is required before your arrival on the site. Ideally, this should be paid 4 weeks before your scheduled booking.
If you want to use WiFi, this comes with a separate charge of £5 per day.
7. Haven Seton Sands Holiday Park
Website: https://www.haven.com/parks/scotland/seton-sands
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Address: Links Rd, Port Seton, East Lothian, EH32 0QF, UK
Contact details: +44 1875 813333
Operating hours: 9 AM – 5 PM daily
Price: £££
Haven has various holiday parks all over Great Britain, and Seton Sands is one of their most popular parks in Scotland. It’s mainly known for its spectacular coastline view of the Firth of Forth and excellent on-site facilities.
They have a play area, a heated indoor pool and a nine-hole golf course among other things. They also offer different kinds of activities to enjoy with your family, from archery to wall climbing.
Pro tip:
Although a standard caravan has a kitchenette and bathroom, you should consider booking a caravan with central heating during a cold season even if it’s slightly more expensive.
8. Parkdean Resorts Eyemouth Holiday Park
Website: https://www.parkdeanresorts.co.uk/location/scotland/eyemouth/
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Address: Fort Rd, Eyemouth, TD14 5BE, UK
Contact details: +44 3301 234974
Operating hours:
- Monday and Friday – 9 AM – 8 PM
- Tuesday and Saturday – 9 AM – 7 PM
- Wednesday to Thursday and Sunday – 9 AM – 6 PM
Price: £££
Eyemouth is one of the best caravan parks in Scotland under Parkdean Resorts, found on the border of Northumberland. Popular amenities include a sports court and restaurant.
Whether you’re staying in a static caravan or arriving in a touring caravan, you can make use of the park’s amenities, such as their laundry and shower facilities.
Pro tip:
There’s no swimming pool on-site but you are given access to the local one near the premises. There’s also a beach nearby if you prefer some sea therapy.
9. Auchenlarie Holiday Park
Website: https://swalwellholidaygroup.co.uk/auchenlarie/
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Address: Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, DG7 2EX, UK
Contact details: +44 1556 506200
Operating hours: 9 AM – 5 PM daily
Price: ££
Found by the beachside, the Auchenlarie Holiday Park is a family-friendly park that has a wide range of accommodations from static caravans to luxury lodges. Plus, they have grass and hardstanding pitches for campers and tourers.
As for on-site facilities, you’ll be spoilt for choice with an indoor swimming pool, sauna, gym, kids play area, and more. Your furry friends are also welcome to stay in the park with additional charges of £25 for each one.
Pro tip:
If the beach on site becomes crowded, you can take a 10-minute bike ride to Mossyard Beach, which not many people know about. If you prefer to walk, this will take around 25 minutes and honestly, that’s not so bad for a workout.
10. Blair Drummond Caravan Park
Website: https://www.blairdrummondcaravanpark.co.uk/
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Address: Cuthill Brae, Blairdrummond, Stirling, FK9 4UP, UK
Contact details: +44 1786 841208
Operating hours: 9 AM – 7 PM daily
Price: ££
You can easily spot Blair Drummond Caravan Park since it’s near Loch Lomond and Trossachs. They have over 60 grass and hard-standing pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes.
They also offer glamping accommodations for those interested. On-site facilities open for all visitors are the laundry area, showers, picnic grounds and kids’ playground.
Pro tips:
If you need an electricity connection, these are only available on hardstanding pitches.
Find a spot at the edge of the site for the best panoramic views of the nearby hills.You might even spot a few rabbits and deer roaming around the fields so keep your fingers (and toes) crossed.
By the way, dogs are allowed but the park management encourages owners to put them on a leash.
11. Highland Gateway Glamping and Caravanning
Website: http://www.highlandgatewayglamping.co.uk/
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Address: Broadcarse Farm, Clackmannanshire, FK10 4BW, UK
Contact details: +44 7826 970540
Operating hours:
- Monday – 9 AM – 9 PM
- Tuesday to Sunday – 9 AM – 10 PM
Price: ££
Despite its limited space, Highland Gateway Glamping and Caravanning is a good pick if you want a quick stop to shower and replenish your energy. They offer six hard-standing pitches for touring caravans, motorhomes and campervans.
Each pitch has a private water tap, grey waste disposal and electric meter. Although there are not many facilities on the site, it can give you the chill break you need with breathtaking views of Ochil Hills.
Pro tip:
Guests are only allowed a maximum stay of 14 consecutive days. Also, all vehicles using the site are strictly required to have up-to-date tax, insurance and MOT certificates.
12. Huntly Castle Caravan Park
Website: http://www.huntlycastle.co.uk/
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Address: The Meadow, Huntly, Aberdeenshire, AB54 4UJ, UK
Contact details: +44 1466 794999
Operating hours: 9 AM – 5 PM daily
Price: ££
Huntly Castle Caravan Park, owned by the Ballantynes, is located near River Deveron, where you can enjoy fishing for trout and salmon in your little retreat. It’s close to Huntly town, which has several restaurants and shops for you to explore.
For those on touring caravans, they have 66 different pitches for electric and TV hookups. There are also shower cubicles, dishwashing spaces, laundry areas, and BBQ facilities.
Pro tip:
There is no WiFi connection on the site but there’s a good phone signal for mobile data and hotspots.
13. Milarrochy Bay Camping and Caravanning Club Site
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Address: Balmaha, Drymen, Glasgow, G63 0AL, UK
Contact details: +44 1360 870236
Operating hours: Always open
Price: £
Found on the eastern shore of Loch Lomond and Trossachs, the Milarrochy Bay Camping and Caravanning Club Site is a great spot for all walkers and hikers who want to explore winding paths and enjoy tranquil surroundings.
Its key facilities include showers, toilets, washbasins, children’s playing area and more. As for touring caravans or motorhomes, the site has grass and hard-standing pitches available.
Pro tips:
Since the site’s adjacent to a loch, make sure to prepare for any wet grounds. Placing an extra sheet under your tents is a big help.
By the way, there are separate charges for using some of the on-site facilities like £3.50 for regular load at the washing machine and £1 for the dryer every 20 minutes.
14. Glencoe Camping and Caravanning Club Site
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Address: Glencoe, Ballachulish, PH49 4LA, UK
Contact details: +44 1855 811397
Operating hours: Always open
Price: £
With at least eight munros in the area, the Glencoe Camping and Caravanning Club Site is the perfect pitstop for those who enjoy lush mountain views from your pitch.
They have over 100 mixed pitches available along with convenient facilities like toilets, showers and separate disability-friendly amenities.
Pro tip:
Take note that there are no WiFi or TV facilities on the site. Plus, the facilities are a wee dated so showers can be inconsistently hot or cold at times.
15. Altnaharra Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
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Address: B873, Altnaharra, Lairg, IV27 4UE, UK
Contact details: +44 1549 411226
Operating hours: 1 PM – 8 PM daily
Price: £
Altnaharra Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite are perched on the coast of Loch Naver in the Scottish Highlands, offering a spectacular view of the imposing Ben Klibreck.
Aside from sightseeing, wildlife watching is also fun to do here with over 70 species of birds flying around the area and several red deer roaming through the fields. You can even have a BBQ with your family as you relish the serene surroundings.
Pro tips:
Although the site has electric hookups and gas available, there are no toilet blocks so ideally, your touring caravan should have this.
Also, the site uses a private water supply but it is not proven to be completely safe so make sure to boil any drawn water before using them. If possible, bring a sufficient supply of bottled or tanked water for your family during your visit.
By the way, the closest shops are around 20 miles away so ensure you have everything you need for your holiday.
16. Turnberry Holiday Park
Website: https://turnberrycaravan.co.uk/
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Address: Ayrshire, Girvan, KA26 9JW, UK
Contact details: +44 1655 509419
Operating hours: Always open
Price: ££
Turnberry Holiday Park offers majestic views of the Firth of Clyde and several fully-equipped static caravans. They offer accommodations fitting for both couples and big families who want a laid-back holiday to themselves.
You also don’t need to leave the premises to have a good time because of their excellent on-site facilities like an indoor swimming pool, a restaurant, a bar for adults and a play area for the kids.
Pro tip:
If you plan to use the pool, make sure to book with the park ahead of time. You should also ask in advance if it’s available for use since there are instances when it could be closed due to repairs.
17. Parkdean Resorts Nairn Lochloy Holiday Park
Website: https://www.parkdeanresorts.co.uk/location/scotland/nairn-lochloy/
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Address: Harbour St, Nairn, IV12 5DE, UK
Contact details: +44 3443 352272
Operating hours: Always open
Price: £££
Nairn Lochloy Holiday Park is part of the Parkdean Resorts spread across the country, located near Nairn East Beach. It has various caravan accommodations with one bedroom to four bedrooms available, equipped with a kitchenette and bathroom.
The site has various amenities like an indoor swimming pool, a playground and golf courses for your family to enjoy. As for touring caravans, there are toilets and shower rooms for you to use along with electric hookups.
Pro tip:
If you’re looking for a quieter spot, the best caravans to book are those located at the rear end of the park.
You should also choose the more modern and premium caravans to enjoy a central heating system and better overall amenities. Just be prepared to pay extra!
18. Linwater Caravan Park
Website: https://www.linwater.co.uk/
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Address: Clifton Rd, Newbridge, EH53 0HT, UK
Contact details: +44 1313 333326
Operating hours: Always open
Price: ££
Founded by the Guinan family in 1998, Linwater Caravan Park is a multi-award-winning park found near the capital city of Edinburgh. It won Best Caravan Park in the 2018 Scottish Outdoor Leisure Awards and a runner-up in the Best Scottish Campsite 2019.
The park has caravan holiday homes for hire and offers pitches for tents, touring caravans and motorhomes. Amenities include an indoor camping kitchen, outdoor dish-washing area, laundry room, play park with picnic area and more.
Pro tip:
If you’re bringing along your dogs, make sure that they are not very sensitive to noise since the site is close to the airport.
19. Blairgowrie Holiday Park
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Address: Hatton Rd, Rattray, Blairgowrie, PH10 7AL, UK
Contact details: +44 1250 878123
Operating hours: Always open
Price: £££
Established by the Wood family, Blairgowrie Holiday Park won Best Holiday Park in the 2022 Scottish Hospitality Award. It has different accommodations and offers touring services, located in Perthshire aka Big Tree Country.
They have self-catering lodges with private hot tubs and seasonal pitches for motorhomes and touring caravans. One of their most popular family-friendly amenities is the outdoor play area for kids.
Pro tip:
Bear in mind that there are only a few touring pitches and they are placed close to one another so it’s best to arrive early to get a spot of your liking.
20. Loch Lomond Holiday Park
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Address: Loch Lomond, A82, Inveruglas, G83 7DW, UK
Contact details: +44 1301 704224
Operating hours: Always open
Price: £££
If you want the closest view of the largest loch in Scotland, Loch Lomond Holiday Park under Argyll Holidays is your best bet. It’s an idyllic accommodation with a play area and games room, perfect for visiting families.
Apart from spending your time leisurely in the park, you can rent bikes and kayaks for something fun to do with everyone.
Pro tips:
Have a full tank of fuel prepared before going to the park because the nearest station is around 15 miles away.
Also, bring fly repellent since most lodges and caravans have no screens and may cause problems when you open your windows.
