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General
- Off-grid dark sky camping on the edge of Galloway Forest Park
- A 10-minute drive from Kenmure Castle; Dumfries 40 minutes
- River walks, fishing, kayaking and paddleboarding available
Set on the edge of the gorgeous Galloway Forest Park and with access to two lochs, Hensol Estate Holidays is a wildlife haven in southern Scotland with ample opportunities for relaxed or active breaks.
The estate has a number of scenic on-site river walks, some of which can take you to a pair of RSPB bird hides overlooking a nature reserve and platforms where you can scan the horizon for geese and kites. Fishing enthusiasts, meanwhile, can cast their lines into Woodhall Loch. For active times, there are opportunities to get kayaking and paddleboarding either there or in nearby Loch Ken (subject to availability; extra charges apply to these outdoor activities).
While staying on the estate is a similar experience to wild camping, you'll have access to basic amenities like toilets and showers. You're also within a mile of a small but well-stocked village shop in Mossdale.
It's also easy to get out to family-friendly attractions like Kenmure Castle (10 minutes' drive) or to larger local towns like Castle Douglas (20 minutes) where there are supermarkets, restaurants and pubs aplenty.
Open from 01/04/2022 to 31/10/2022
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Units longer than 5.7 metres are not allowed.
Minimum spacing of 5 metres between pitches.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Protective masks must be worn at all times in common areas.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Dogs are not allowed in the accommodation units.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Facilities/activities including bike hire and fishing are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
No access is permitted to the grounds of Hensol House, Kennels Cottage or Home Farm at any time.
Please note: the electricity is only available between 7:30am - 9:30am am 5:30pm - 7:30pm.
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Max. persons: 8 x
One Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Bring a gazebo
Max. persons: 8 x
One Campervan allowed per pitch
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 4 x
One Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 5 x
One Campervan or Tent or Touring caravan allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 7.0m width x 7.0m depth (23.0ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 49.0m² (527.4ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 5 x
Dimensions: 2.7m width x 5.5m length (8.9ft width x 18.0ft length) Calculated area: 14.9m² (159.8ft²)
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Features
Coronavirus
Capacity reduced to increase social distancing
Check-in: self check-in (unattended)
Hand sanitising stations
More frequent emptying of bins
Shared spaces: daily deep cleaning
Shared spaces: more frequent cleaning
Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Camping 2.0
Camping pods
Themes
Forest
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wild camping
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Farm
Medium (26-50 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Carlingwark Street
— 7.5 miles
Carlingwark Street — 7.5 miles
Mill on the Fleet — 9.6 miles
- Train stations
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Dumfries Rail Station
— 19.5 miles
Sanquhar Rail Station — 26.0 miles
Kirkconnel Rail Station — 26.7 miles
- Ferry ports
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Girvan Harbour Ferry Terminal
— 35.0 miles
- Airports
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Glasgow Prestwick International Airport
— 40.6 miles
Please note that using the postcode provided will take you down a very bumpy farm track.
Travelling from Ayr, head down the A713 through Saint John's Town of Dalry. Turn right onto A762 at the Ken Bridge Hotel, heading for New Galloway. Follow the A762 to one mile south of Mossdale, over the humpback bridge. Turn left through the granite gates.
Travelling from the south, follow the A75 to one mile west of Castle Douglas. Follow the signs into Laurieston, at the crossroads turn right up the A762 for Mossdale. One mile to the south, turn right at the granite entrance, just before the humpback bridge.
Local attractions
The local area has lots of attractions to keep the whole family engaged, from Kenmure Castle (10 minutes' drive), a derelict fortified manor house, to Ernespie Farm (20 minutes), a kid-oriented adventure park in a relaxed rural setting. For rainy day activities with younger kids, try The Cocoabean Company (20 minutes), where chocolate workshops and soft play are on offer, or head for a sweet treat at Cream o'Galloway ice cream, a much-loved local brand (30 minutes).
If you find that the kids are running a tad high on energy after either of the latter, take them to run around or fly a kite on the sandy beaches of Scotland's west coast (from 25 minutes), or take them out on bike rides in Galloway Forest Park to beauty spots like Otters Pool (20 minutes).
More outings are on offer at Gatehouse of Fleet (25 minutes), a historic village in a designated national scenic area with river views and a well-preserved 18th-century cotton mill. Dumfries' town centre (40 minutes) also has a historic riverside quarter and the Robert Burns Trail to explore, while visits to Scotland's most southerly point, the Rhins of Galloway, are also possible if you don't mind the hour-long drive.
Must see
- Robert Burns Centre (18.9 miles)
- John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre (21.1 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 10:30 a.m. | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 10:30 a.m. | |
Hensol Estate Holidays cancellation policy
No refunds within 1 week of arrival date.
Bookings cannot be amended within 2 day(s) of arrival.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Hensol Estate Holidays will debit the balance from your card 1 week before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 1 week then the balance will be taken immediately.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted on the park
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Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Hensol Estate Holidays have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hensol Estate Holidays dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Hensol Estate Holidays? The local area has lots of attractions to keep the whole family engaged, from Kenmure Castle (10 minutes' drive), a derelict fortified manor house, to Ernespie Farm (20 minutes), a kid-oriented adventure … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hensol Estate Holidays?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Hensol Estate Holidays? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
