Thistle Holiday Parks

Thistle Holiday Parks
Scotland’s Select
Top-Quality Holiday and Touring Parks
2012
Tantallon Caravan and Camping Park
J11 / 22
North Berwick, East Lothian, EH39 5NJ
www.meadowhead.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01620 893348
Tantallon Caravan Park overlooks the Firth of Forth, with spectacular views of
the Bass Rock. Linked to one of many fine beaches by a footpath and with
easy access to the pretty harbour town of North Berwick Tantallon is a fantastic
base for all on offer in the area. With large colonies of sea birds and seals
and 3 golf courses there is something for everyone at North Berwick. Whilst
Scotland’s capital city is a short drive away or only thirty minutes by train.
Open: mid-March – end October (then weekends until Christmas)
Edinburgh, the Lothians
& the Borders
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Belhaven Bay Caravan and Camping Park J11 / 21
Thurston Manor Leisure Park
Belhaven Bay, Dunbar, East Lothian, EH42 1TU
www.meadowhead.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01368 865956
Set in the sunniest and driest part of Scotland, Belhaven Bay Caravan Park
enjoys a sheltered location on the beautiful East Lothian coastline. Located
within the John Muir Country Park, Belhaven Bay is a perfect spot for exploring
the historic town of Dunbar, and with direct access to the beach, diving and
surfing are available nearby. We are only about 30 minutes’ drive from Edinburgh,
5 minutes from Dunbar railway station and on the main bus route to the capital.
Open: mid-March – end October (plus weekends to Christmas)
Innerwick, Dunbar, EH42 1SA
www.thurstonmanor.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01368 840643
Nestling at the foot of the Lammermuir Hills near the stunning East Lothian coastline,
Thurston Manor offers a retreat to share special holidays and short breaks to remember
with friends and family. Our inviting, indoor, heated pool and leisure facilities offer space to
relax or work out. There are woodland walks, safe play areas for children and freshwater
fishing. Add to that, our superb accommodation and an abundance of interesting places
to visit – and you have a recipe for a perfect holiday, whatever the weather.
Open: 1 March – 7 January
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Crossburn Caravan Park
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H12 / 18
Edinburgh Road, Peebles, Scottish Borders, EH45 8ED
www.crossburn-caravans.com
[email protected]
Tel: 01721 720501
Crossburn, with all its surrounding attractions, is yours to enjoy for the
best part of a year. Bring your tourer, motorhome or tent and be sure
of a pace on the park that you will be happy with. Whichever way you
plan your holiday at Crossburn it’s a good idea to book in advance –
especially if you are interested in the months of July and August and to
make sure you allow enough time to fit in all that is on offer in the area.
Open: Easter or 1 April – end October
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Mortonhall Caravan & Camping Park
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Fife, Stirlingshire
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Argyll Caravan Park
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38 Mortonhall Gate, Frogston Road East, Edinburgh EH16 6TJ
www.meadowhead.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 0131 664 1533
Easily accessible, on the south side of Edinburgh within the city boundary, a country
estate with 100 acres of landscaped parkland. Beautifully maintained, Mortonhall is
in a sheltered bowl with southerly views to the Pentland Hills. The Stable Bar offers
excellent bar food, whilst Edinburgh city centre is only a short trip on Lothian Bus
No.11 and the night equivalent N11 for the later diner. The capital’s shopping, walking,
arts, historic places, sports grounds and other leisure activities are all on our doorstep.
Open: All year
Inveraray, Argyll, PA32 8XT
www.argyllcaravanpark.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01499 302285
Argyll Caravan Park – where patrons are offered peace and privacy to
enjoy a quiet holiday. The Park is ideally situated for you to explore this
beautiful area of Wild Argyll and offers free access to a superb network
of paths for walkers. Diving activities can be arranged. The Park offers
you the opportunity to relax in one of our superb holiday home caravan –
or bring your own caravan or motorhome for the holiday of your choice!
Open: 1 April – 31 October
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Clayton Caravan Park
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Pease Bay Leisure Park
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Cockburnspath, Berwickshire, TD13 5YP
www.peasebay.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01368 830206
Pease Bay is a stunningly secluded, beach-front holiday park on the Berwickshire coast.
It is a peaceful location, but never dull, with an abundance of activities and attractions
within easy reach. A holiday at Pease Bay gives you the opportunity to unwind to the
sounds of the sea and enjoy the panoramic views of the magnificent coastline. With a
restaurant, a bar, a children’s play area, woodland walks and an award-winning beach on
your doorstep, you will want to never leave this luxury coastal retreat.
Open: 1 March – 31 January
St. Andrews, Fife, KY16 9YB
www.clayton-caravan-park.com
[email protected]
Tel: 01334 870242
Clayton Caravan park is a 5-star, quiet, family-run park situated in rolling
countryside by the River Eden. We are 4½ miles west of St. Andrews on
the A91 between Dairsie and Guardbridge. Our spacious caravans are
ideal as a base from which to explore the golf courses and the historic
delights of St. Andrews and the east coast of Scotland.
Open: Mid-February-Mid-January
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Drimsynie Estate Holiday Village
F11 / 32
Loch Lomond Holiday Park
F10 / 31
Lochgoilhead, Argyll, PA24 8AD
www.argyllholidays.com
[email protected]
Tel: 0845 459 9772
In a scenic setting at the head the fjord-type Loch Goil within the Loch
Lomond and Trossachs National Park. Modern luxury holiday caravans just
minutes away from the impressive Drimsynie Estate Leisure Centre. Enjoy
the superb selection of all-weather activities, as well as a choice of places
to eat. Just one hour from Glasgow, the picturesque village of Lochgoilhead
is a good base for exploring the lochs and mountains of Argyll.
Open: All year
Inveruglas, Loch Lomond, Argyll, G83 7DW
www.lochlomond-lodges.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01301 704224
Loch Lomond Holiday Park is a peaceful, family-owned park on the banks
of the Loch. It has its own private beach and is terraced, affording all the
pitches a view of the Loch and the mountains beyond. An excellent base
for touring the many features of the West of Scotland and the National
Park, while remaining within easy reach of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Easy
access directly from the A82 Great West Road.
Open: All year (not weekdays in November)
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Hunters Quay Holiday Village
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Lomond Woods Holiday Park
F11 / 27
Dunoon, Argyll, PA23 8HP
www.argyllholidays.com
[email protected]
Tel: 0845 459 9772
In a landscaped setting of over ninety acres overlooking the Holy Loch by
Dunoon, Hunters Quay Holiday Village offers modern, luxury holiday caravans
just minutes from the leisure complex. Part of the GoActive Hoseason’s
activity parks, Hunters Quay has a range of on-site, all-weather activities
guaranteed to keep the whole family entertained. The Hunters Bar & Grill is the
ideal spot for a bit of al fresco dining and to relax and enjoy a social drink.
Open: January – December
Old Luss Road, Balloch, Tullichewan, Loch Lomond, G83 3QP
www.holiday-parks.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01359 755000
Nestling in the hills and woodlands surrounding Loch Lomond, Lomond
Woods Holiday park is at the gateway to the National Park and right next
to Loch Lomond Aquarium. This award-winning park offers two- and threebedroom caravan holiday homes for hire. Two- three- and four-bedroom
lodges and deluxe lodges are also available for hire all year round. Wifi and
internet access available. Walkers and cyclists welcome. Children welcome.
Open: All year (including Christmas and New Year)
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Pine Trees Leisure Park
F10 / 34
by Luss, Loch Lomond, Argyll, G63 8PD
www.lochlomondholidays.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01436 860267
Tucked away on the banks of Loch Lomond and in the Loch Lomond
and Trossachs National Park, Inverbeg is the ideal base for exploring the
Trossachs and the West Highlands. The Park has its own private beach
and a beautiful loch-side setting near the picturesque village of Luss and
the major visitor attraction, Loch Lomond Aquarium. We are also a short
distance from Glasgow by road and by rail for a taste of the city life.
Open: March – January
Main Road, Tyndrum, Stirlingshire, FK20 8RY
www.pinetreescaravanpark.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01838 400349
Pine Trees is run by enthusiastic caravanners and is designed to incorporate
the best features of the sites we have visited. Situated in Tyndrum on the
West Highland Way, we are surrounded by the most stunning scenery in
Scotland. Forty minutes away is the bustling town of Oban, so whether you
seek it is peace and quiet or something more adventurous, Pine Trees is
ideal. We are children and pet friendly and our ethos is to always put you first.
Open: 1 March – 1 November
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Loch Awe Holiday Park
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Rosneath Castle Caravan Park
F11 / 28
Bridge of Awe, Taynuilt, Argyll, PA35 1HT
www.argyllholidays.com
[email protected]
Tel: 0845 459 9772
Western Argyll, complete with its magnificent coastline of sea lochs and
mountains, is a wonderful place to base yourself for exploring this area.
Loch Awe is well known for fishing, but the area also offers excellent hill
walking. Just fourteen miles from Oban, Gateway to the Hebrides, there are
a number of day trips available to, for example, Mull and Iona. Choose Loch
Awe Holiday Park for a central base in modern, luxury holiday caravans.
Open: January – December
Rosneath, by Helensburgh, Dunbartonshire, G84 0QS
www.roseneathcastle.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01436 831208
It is scarcely possible to imagine a more attractive setting than that
provided by nature at Roseneath Castle Park. Our 57 acres lie along the
shore of Gareloch and offer the perfect opportunity to relax and discover
another world and another you. The woods that play an important role in
the privacy of Rosneath Castle are home to park homes, holiday homes
and self-ctering holiday homes.
Open: 7 March – 7 January
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Sauchope Links Park
J10 / 24
Warsea Road, Crail, Fife, KY10 3XJ
www.largoleisure.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01333 450460
Sauchhope lies along the seashore, to the north east of and within
walking distance of the ancient and charming fishing village of Crail,
with its narrow streets, harbour and sandy beach. The park faces south,
with panoramic views over the sea to the Isle of May. Sauchope is
spacious and thoughtfully designed and offers privacy and tranquillity.
At the same time it also provides plenty of activities on-site and nearby.
Open: mid-March – end October
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Tralee Bay Holiday Park
E10 / 36
Blairgowrie Holiday Park
H9 / 41
Benderloch, Oban, PA37 1QR
www.tralee.com
[email protected]
Tel: 01631 720255
Top-graded, 5-star, Tralee Bay Holidays is on the west coast near Oban,
overlooking Ardmucknish Bay, with a sandy beach and wooded surroundings.
The ideal destination for a self-catering caravan holiday home, lodge or cottage
at any time of the year. The Park offers something for everyone, with play
areas, mini-golf, fly fishing, nature walks and boat slipway. Set in breath-taking
Highland countryside. The Gateway to the Isles! David Bellamy Gold Award.
Open: All year
Rattray, Hatton Road, Blairgowrie, Perthshire PH10 7AL
www.holiday-parks.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01250 876666
This friendly, family-run, five-star holiday park is in the heart of
Perthshire, a short walk from the lively country town of Blairgowrie. With
a choice of two- and three-bedroom caravan holiday homes for hire and
two-, three- and four-bedroom lodges and deluxe lodges (for hire all year
round). Any start date offered, depending on availability. Wifi and internet
access available.
Open: All year (including Christmas and New Year)
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Trossachs Holiday Park
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Erigmore Estate Leisure Park
H9 / 42
by Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire, FK8 3SA
www.trossachsholidays.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01877 382614/0800 197 1199
On the edge of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, the Park
is the perfect base for walking, cycling, photography, fishing and golf or
relaxing in an area of outstanding beauty which is a haven for wildlife.
Our Thistle caravan holiday homes overlook the hills and back on to our
ancient oak and bluebell woodland. Our friendly staff will go out of their
way to make your holiday special.
Open: 1 March – 31 October
Birnam, by Dunkeld, Perthshire, PH8 0BJ
www.erigmore.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01350 727236
A very picturesque park set in the woodland grounds of a Victorian
House in the heart of Perthshire. Only a 20-minute walk from the historic
town of Dunkeld with its famous cathedral. Spacious apartments,
cottages, luxury lodges and lodges with hot tubs for rent. Indoor
swimming pool, bar and restaurant. An ideal base for sightseeing in
Highland Perthshire.
Open: February – January
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Five Roads Caravan Park
H9 / 39
Alyth, by Blairgowrie, Perthshire, PH11 8NB
www.fiveroads-caravan-park.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01828 632255
A small, quiet park in the heart of Perthshire. There are many activities close by,
including walking (the Cateran Trail), fishing, horse-riding and golf (three courses within
a mile). For the more leisurely break, catch a bus outside the gate for Dundee or Perth,
both with numerous shops and restaurants. Blairgowrie has quirky shops and farmers’
markets every month. Morning rolls available at our reception (order the day before);
lunches and suppers served daily in the Blackbird Inn, just a stone’s throw away.
Open: All year
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Nethercraig Holiday Park
H9 / 40
by Alyth, Blairgowrie, Perthshire, PH11 8NH
www.nethercraig.com
[email protected]
Tel: 01575 560204
Nethercraig, a VisitScotland 5-star park in the Angus Glens, spacious
(54 acres) and well laid-out, with spectacular views over the countryside.
Ideal for touring Perthshire and Angus. Four miles from Alyth. Ideal for
wildlife and bird-watching, walking, touring, trout fishing in the River Isla.
Also ideal for the Glenshee ski slopes plus nearby castles. Nethercraig is
great at all times – put on your walking boots or bring some good books!
Open: 15 February – 16 January
Perthshire & Angus
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Blair Castle Caravan Park
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Riverview Caravan Park
J10 / 37
Blair Atholl, Perthshire, PH18 5SR
www.atholl-estates.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01796 481263
Discover outdoor experiences from Blair Castle Caravan Park, set amidst the
dramatic scenery on Atholl Estates in the Cairngorms National Park; a perfect
Scottish landscape of hills, moorland, woodland, rivers and lochs. The park
welcomes dogs, so bring the whole family and set off on the network of forty
miles of way-marked trails by foot or bike. Alternatively, experience the views
from the back of a Highland pony or the seat of an estate Landrover.
Open: end February – mid-November
Marine Drive, Monfieth, Angus, DD5 4NN
www.riverview.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01382 811525
Riverview is a friendly, family-owned park maintained to a high standard;, with
magnificent views across the Firth of Tay. The Park borders the beach and a
championship golf course, yet is only a 5-minute walk from the village. The Park
is VisitScotland 5 stars “exceptional”. Facilities include games room, adventure
play-park, leisure suite (sauna, gymnasium and steam baths). An ideal touring
base, with the perfect environment for relaxation and outdoor pursuits.
Open: 1 March – 31 January
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Woodlands Caravan Park
J10 / 38
Invercoe Caravan Park
E9 / 44
Newton Road, Carnoustie, Angus, DD7 4GR
www.woodlandscaravanpark.net
[email protected]
Tel: 01241 854430
Small, family-run site situated in grounds of former Carnoustie House. Spacious and
clean toilets and showers, laundry with full amenities, plus recreation room with television
and pool table. Free wifi at all pitches. The dishwashing room has facilities for campers,
such as fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle, small oven/grill plus crockery and
cutlery. The site is adjacent to a children’s playground and a dog-walking park. Town
centre is a short walk away and beach and leisure centre with refurbished sea front.
Open: mid-March – end October
Invercoe, Glencoe, Argyll, PH49 4HP
www.invercoe.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01855 811210
This is an award-winning, family-owned park, with spectacular views.
Set in the historic village of Glencoe on the shores of Loch Leven. It is
an excellent base for exploring the West Highlands (Fort William, Oban,
Mull, Loch Ness). The park has a children’s play park, launderette,
launching slipway, small shop with essentials. Wifi throughout the park
(chargeable) and pets welcome.
Open: All year
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Laxdale Holiday Park
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6 Laxdale, by Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, HS2 0DR
www.laxdaleholidaypark.com
[email protected]
Tel: 01851 706966
Laxdale Holiday Park is a small, family-run park set in peaceful tree-lined surroundings.
We provide first-rate facilities for campers, touring caravans and motorhomes. Selfcatering accommodation consists of static caravans, a bunkhouse (hostel), a bungalow
and a new lodge. The facilities are modern but the park retains the traditional, friendly
atmosphere that is typical of the islands. Located 1.5 miles from the town of Stornoway,
the Park is an ideal centre from which to tour the islands of Lewis and Harris.
Open: All year
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Sands Caravan and Camping
Highlands & Islands
Black Rock Caravan & Camping Park
D6 / 47
Gairloch, Ross-shire, IV21 2DL
www.sandscaravanandcamping.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01445 712152
Sands lies just outside Gairloch in the stunningly beautiful North West Highlands
and is ideally situated. It has breath-taking views and is just a stone’s throw from
an award-winning beach. Stay in one of our luxurious holiday caravans, with
wonderful sea views and large verandahs where you can relax. Try one of our
heated wooden wigwams, an eco-camping alternative, or bring your own touring
caravan, motorhome or tent – and pick your preferred spot on our large park.
Open: March – November
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Creag Dubh, Balconie Street, Evanton, Ross-shire, IV16 9ON
www.blackrockscotland.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01349 830917
Black Rock Caravan Park is a small, family-run park situated in scenic
Glen Glass and named after the nearby Black Rock Gorge, a 120ft
deep chasm carved out by the River Glass. The park is surrounded by
trees and bordered on one side by the River Glass, and is located in the
village of Evanton, fifteen miles north of Inverness, about a mile off the
main A9 road to Wick, Thurso and John O’ Groats.
Open: early April – end October
2 Bunacaimb, Arisaig, Inverness-shire, PH39 4NT
www.sunnysidetouringsite.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01687 450643
A family-run, 21st century touring and camping site located on ‘The Road to the
Isles’ in Lochaber, the Outdoor Capital of the U.K. Enjoy staying on a top-class site
surrounded by a spectacular natural environment with an abundance of activities.
Coastal location with beach access. Ferries to the Isle of Skye, Knoydart and the
Small Isles are all just a short distance from our park. We look forward to sharing
with you this stunning part of the West Coast of the Scottish Highlands.
Open: All year
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Crofthead Holiday Park
Ayrshire,
Dumfries & Galloway
Anwoth Holiday Park
F13 / 7
McNairston Road, Ayr, KA6 6EN
www.croftheadholidaypark.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01292 263516
Crofthead is a four-star park, with a relaxing ambience, in beautiful
countryside, two miles from Ayr. The McCormack family ensure that
there is a friendly ambience. The park has had major upgrading in recent
years. All holiday homes are top of the range and each is superbly
equipped, centrally heated and double-glazed. The recreation hall has
pool tables, air hockey and other games.
Open: All year
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Glenluce Holiday Park
F14 / 2
Garden Street, Gatehouse of Fleet, DG7 2EX
www.swalwellholidaygroup.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01557 814333
Set inland, in the town of Gatehouse of Fleet, Anwoth maintains the same
blend of quality and service that has set Auchenlarie, its livelier sister park,
apart from the rest. If peace and tranquillity are for you, they can certainly
be found at Anwoth. On your doorstep are some of the finest landscapes
and scenery that have inspired Scotland’s authors and poets. And the
whole area is a haven for wildlife. Come and see for yourself!
Open: March – October
Glenluce, by Newton Stewart, DG8 0QR
www.glenlucecaravans.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01581 300267
Peaceful, secluded, suntrap park close to Glenluce village, set in the
grounds of the former Balkail House, ideal location for exploring South
West Scotland. Walking, golf, fishing, pony trekking and cycling are all
available. Heated indoor swimming pool. Shops, hotels, restaurants
nearby. Ten miles from the Stranraer/Belfast ferries. Luxury caravan
holiday homes for hire and for sale.
Open: All year
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Kippford Holiday Park
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Gatehouse of Fleet, Castle Douglas, DG7 2EX
www.swalwellholidaygroup.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01556 506200
Auchenlarie’s award-winning parkland and superb facilities offer a fantastic
alternative to the toil of everyday life. Just imagine if you could take a holiday or
have your own holiday home to escape to whenever your heart desires. Auchenlarie
offers you all this and more! Our dramatic views overlooking Wigtown Bay, picturepostcard scenes of miles of peaceful, unspoilt landscape and as much fresh air as
you can breathe, will inspire you – just as generations before have been inspired.
Open: March – October
Kippford, by Dalbeattie, Dumfriesshire, DG5 4LF
www.kippfordholidaypark.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01556 620636
A truly beautiful coastal situation, with views of up to twenty miles. A fifteen-minute
stroll to Kippford, a beautiful seaside village with two seaside pubs and wonderful
coastal trail. Hilly, wooded setting adjacent to forest and coastal walks. Developed
by the owner over forty years, with fabulous landscaping amidst rocky outcrops and
gorse. Adventure and junior playgrounds. Shop, golf, walking adjacent; fishing, sailing
nearby. Luxury lodges (some with hot tubs), caravans and bungalow rentals and sales.
Open: All year
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Bennane Shore Holiday Park & Spa
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Loch Ken Holiday Park
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Lendalfoot, Ayrshire, KA26 0JG
www.bennaneshore.com
[email protected]
Tel: 01465 891233
The ultimate spa holiday experience, offering tranquillity on the seafront.
Views to Ailsa Craig, Kintyre and the Isle of Arran. Private coastline, cliff
walks, caves, cove and secluded beach. Boat slipway and fishing on-site.
Luxury caravans for hire, double-glazed and central heating. Pebbles Spa
and Leisure – 15m pool, sauna, steam room, spa, fitness suite and treatments
rooms. Loch-fishing, golf, horse-riding, tennis. Licensed restaurant.
Open: March – January
Parton, Castle Douglas, Dumfriesshire, DG7 3NE
www.lochkenholidaypark.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01644 470282
Loch Ken Holiday Park, set in the heart of Dumfries and Galloway, is a fantastic caravan
and camping destination with modern facilities, a perfect base for touring the quiet
roads. Situated on the shores of Loch Ken in the beautiful Galloway Hills, this quiet,
well-sheltered, family-owned and family-run camping and caravan park is renowned
for its friendliness and cleanliness. A peaceful haven in an area of outstanding yet
uncrowded beauty, with a wealth of wildlife, and panoramic views over Loch Ken.
Open: March – November
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Craig Tara Holiday Park
F13 / 6
Dunure Road, Ayr, KA7 4LB
www.craigtara-park.co.uk
Tel: 0871 231 0866
This is Scotland at its bonny best. Situated in the heart of Burns’
Country, our park lies among the rolling hills of Ayrshire – home to some of
the world’s top golf courses. Best of all, coastal walks come with stunning
views of Ailsa Craig a few miles offshore. And the beauty of the sunsets over
the enchanted Isle of Arran is enough to melt your wee heart. It’s action all
the way on the park too – perfect for keeping you entertained all holiday
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Open: 16 March – 5 November
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Queensberry Bay Holiday Park
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Southerness Holiday Park
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Annan, Dumfriesshire, DG12 5PN
www.queensberrybay.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01461 700205
Join us here at Queensberry Bay for a total relaxation break. We’re a family
owned and run holiday park right on the shores of the Solway Firth at Powfoot
near Annan in Dumfriesshire. We care passionately about peace and quiet,
dark skies, wildlife and our guests – but not necessarily in that order! Spa
mini breaks a speciality with massage, manicure and pedicure. Welcome to
Queensberry Bay – or as we say... welcome home!
Open: end February – end November
Off Sandy Lane, Southerness, Dumfriesshire DG2 8AZ
www.parkdean.com
[email protected]
Tel: 0844 335 3763
Overlooking the Solway Coast and just steps from the beach, at Southerness you
can choose from a range of top-quality caravan holiday homes and lodges. Splash
into the 25m pool with flume, dive into the Coast bar and kitchen, or take advantage
of the free kids’ clubs, entertainment and much more. Touring and camping guests
can choose a standard, a serviced or a NEW star pitch (with electricity and water
supply) and enjoy full use of on-park entertainment and facilities.
Open: mid-March – end October
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Sundrum Castle Holiday Park
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Coylton, by Ayr, Ayrshire, KA6 5JH
www.parkdean.com
[email protected]
Tel: 0844 335 3763
This country park is just four miles from Ayr’s beaches and offers a fun indoor pool
with flume, colourful crazy golf, a sports programme and a range of top-quality
caravan holiday homes. Dine in the Tam O’ Shanter restaurant and lounge bar or relax
with a Costa Coffee on the outdoor terrace overlooking the adventure play area. Happy
campers can choose from standard, serviced or NEW star pitches (with electricity and
water supply) and enjoy full use of the on-park entertainment and facilities.
Open: mid-March – end October
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Turnberry Holiday Park
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Sandhead, Stranraer, DG9 9JN
www.sandsofluceholidahpark.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01776 830456
A multi award-winning, family-run holiday park, excellently positioned on the shores
of beautiful Luce Bay. Enjoy views over a pristine beach looking out at the Isle of
Man, the Mull of Galloway and the rolling Galloway hills. The perfect location for a
relaxing family holiday. Our spacious park caters for tents, tourers, holiday home
rental and holiday home and lodge sales. Our award-winning facilities include wifi,
the Light House bar and Lucey’s cafe. Booking essential for July and August.
Open: March – January
Turnberry, South Ayrshire, KA26 9JW
www.turnberryholidaypark.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01655 331288
Our park enjoys stunning views of Ailsa Craig and there is plenty to explore nearby, for example,
the unspoilt town of Girvan, with its amenities, and the village of Maidens. Ayr is just twenty
minutes away, with excellent shopping, bars, clubs and restaurants, plus attractions such as the
Burns National Heritage Park. We have a bar and restaurant, serving good home-cooked food
and live entertainment at weekends. Plus indoor heated swimming pool; and coming soon are a
sauna, steam room and treatment room. Our shop sells all essentials and is open daily.
Open: March – end October
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James Miller Crescent, Auchenharvie,
Saltcoats, Ayrshire KA21 5JN
www.park-resorts.com/sandylands
[email protected]
Tel: 0843 309 2571
Sandylands has everything for perfect holidays, time and time again. Looking out over the
beautiful Ayrshire coast, you’re surrounded by beautiful countryside, sandy beaches and stunning
scenery. There’s plenty going on day and night to keep the family amused. Enjoy a swim in the
heated indoor pool or take advantage of the water and sports activities on offer. Come evening
time, all the fun starts again with a full programme of dancing and shows for all the family to enjoy!
Open: 23 March – end October
Wemyss Bay, Renfrewshire, PA18 6BA
www.parkdean.com
[email protected]
Tel: 0844 335 3763
This leafy, hillside park, overlooking the Firth of Clyde and just seven miles
from Largs, is in the perfect spot for jumping aboard a ferry and spending the
day on the islands of Arran, Cumbrae or historic Bute. Choose from lodges
or a range of quality caravan holiday homes, including new models for 2012.
Spend time splashing in the indoor pool, enjoy meals in Livingstone’s bar and
grill, plus take advantage of free kids’ clubs, entertainment and much more.
Open: mid-March – start November
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Dhoon Bay, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4TJ
www.gillespie-leisure.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01557 870267
Exclusive family park close to the beach at Dhoon Bay with exceptional
views towards Ross Island and the Irish Sea beyond. Excellent touring
facilities for motorhomes, tourers and tents. Holiday homes are also
available for sale and to hire. There is an outdoor heated pool, family
pitch ‘n’ putt, games room, children’s play area and small shop selling
essentials.
Open: 1 March – 31 October
Glenluce, Newton Stewart, DG8 0NZ
www.whitecairncaravans.co.uk
[email protected]
Tel: 01581 300267
Amidst the beautiful Galloway countryside, this family-run park is 1½ miles
north of Glenluce village, with panoramic views over Luce Bay. An ideal base
for exploring the scenic south west of Scotland. Luxury caravan holiday
homes and timber lodges for sale and for hire. Short breaks available.
Whitecairn is great for children and has a Visit Scotland ‘Children Welcome’
award. Only eleven miles from Stranraer and fifteen from Newton Stewart.
Open: All year
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Food shop on site
Food shop within two miles
Licensed bar
Restaurant on site
Restaurant within two miles
Children’s play area
These parks have extra facilities for walkers and
cyclists and are shown by D C This means that
they may have, for example, places for you to dry
clothes and secure sheds for cycles.
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Regular entertainment (all season)
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Lodges/caravans wheelchair-accessible
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For full information on all our parks and on what to see and do in Scotland, go to
www.thistleparks.co.uk
Picture Credit: Paul Tomkins/VisitScotland/Scottish Viewpoint
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