Newbridge Country Park
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- Adults-only site by a river half an hour's drive from the coast
- A five-minute drive from Dalscone Farm Fun; 10 minutes from Dumfries
- Games room with a pool table; shop nearby; peaceful location
Site type
15
15
23Tourist board rating
Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Languages spoken
English
German
Pitch types & availability
2 
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Adults only 
4 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 9m depth (54m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30
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Electric grass tent pitch
Adults only 4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 9m depth (54m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35
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Electric gravel pitch
Adults only 4 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Gravel
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 9m depth (54m²)
Arrival daysFrom £35
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Reviews
97% would recommend this site to a friend
95% would stay here again
What customers say
This well-maintained and immaculately clean site is praised for its spacious, level pitches and friendly, helpful staff. Visitors highlight the excellent dog walking field with river access and the well-equipped games room. Facilities, including showers and toilets, are consistently described as spotless. While some mention a desire for more shower facilities, especially during busy periods, and occasional road noise, the overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests recommending and planning return visits.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews.
Last updated 16/06/2026
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Good place to stay for a night
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Anonymous Electric gravel pitch
Liked Nice site. Used as a stop over for a night. Clean and tidy.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very clean and well laid out.…
Electric gravel pitch
Liked Very clean and well laid out. Great shower
Disliked Nothing
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From the manager: David, thank you for your review.
We’re really pleased you found the site very clean and well laid out, and that you enjoyed the showers too.
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
An amazing site with everything you need.
Electric gravel pitch
Liked This was an absolute hidden gem. It have everything you needed and more. The site was immaculate, staff welcoming and helpful, facilities were clean and close to all the pitches, the welfare facilities were great, the dog walking site was perfect big open field with walking tracks mowed in to it. Free fast wifi on site.
Disliked I think there is always room for improvement but I really can't pick fault with this site. It was amazing.
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From the manager: Scott, thank you so much for your amazing review.
We’re so pleased to hear you say you found the site a hidden gem and that everything from the cleanliness to the facilities met — and even exceeded — your expectations.
It’s wonderful to know the team made you feel welcome and were helpful.
The team will be pleased to hear that you found our washroom facilities clean and conveniently close to the pitches. Also the dog walking field with mowed walking tracks, and fast free Wi‑Fi all added to your stay.
Your kind words about the effort that goes into maintaining the park really mean a lot to us — the whole team takes great pride in keeping everything immaculate and enjoyable for our guests.
It means a lot to whole team you taking the time to share both your review and your lovely comments in the private feedback.
It was a pleasure having you stay with us, and we’d be thrilled for you to come back again
Mick was extremly polite aandeverything was…
Anonymous Electric gravel pitch
Liked Mick was extremly polite aandeverything was absolutly tidy and clean.
Top adress !!!
Brgds
Rene
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From the manager: Rene, thank you for your lovely review.
It's so nice to hear everything was tidy, clean and up to the standard we work hard to maintain. It’s also wonderful to know Mick made such a positive impression — he’ll be very pleased to hear your kind words.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we’d be very happy to welcome you back again.
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Electric gravel pitch
Liked -
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From the manager: Hans thank you for staying with us.
We see you wouldn't stay with us again. Hans we would of liked to of known why. Or is it because you're from Switzerland and won't be coming back to Scotland?
But it's nice to hear you would recommend us to friends.
Excellent site huge standard quiet and…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Excellent site huge standard quiet and well maintained
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From the manager: Lee, thank you very much for your review.
We’re pleased to hear you found the site excellent, peaceful and maintained to a high standard — the team works hard to keep everything looking its best, so it’s great to know it made a positive impression.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and would be very happy to welcome you back again.
Would go back.
Electric gravel pitch
Liked Very smart clean site very friendly warden Mick I think his name was.Showers etc spotless and homely brilliant dog exercise field regularly cut pathways and access to the river which my Cocker spaniel loved.Wish the weather had been better along with a longer stay.
Disliked Nothing.
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From the manager: Eric we really appreciate your wonderful review.
It's so nice to hear you found the site smart, spotless and well maintained, and that you received such a friendly welcome — Mick will be very pleased to know he made a positive impression.
It’s great to hear the facilities felt homely and clean, and we’re especially happy your Cocker Spaniel loved the dog field and the easy access to the river. We keep the area regularly cut for exactly that reason, so it’s lovely to know it was enjoyed.
We’re only sorry the weather didn’t play along, but it’s fantastic to hear you still felt relaxed, welcomed and comfortable during your stay. Your private feedback means a lot to us — thank you for taking the time to share it.
We’d be thrilled to welcome you back again for a longer (and hopefully sunnier) visit
Great, clean, organised, friendly
Anonymous Electric gravel pitch
Liked Games room, facilities, cleanliness, location, organisation all great
Disliked The pool table was very wonky and needs fixing! WiFi was nice to have but not the best.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your great review.
It's nice to hear you found the site clean, friendly, well organised and enjoyed the facilities — especially the games room and the peaceful atmosphere.
We appreciate you mentioning the pool table and the WiFi. The pool table will be checked, and we’re continually working on improving the WiFi where possible, but on busy weekends the WiFi is very busy. Feedback like yours really helps us prioritise improvements.
Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay.
Definitely happy to stay again.
Electric gravel pitch
Liked Quiet large pitches. Surrounded by fields, including a lovely short walk to the river. Friendly welcome.
Disliked Only one shower close to pitches
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Friendly staff, shower and toilets excellent…
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Electric gravel pitch
Liked Friendly staff, shower and toilets excellent as was the community room
Disliked Far too few showers and toilets, would not want to be there in height of season. Really designed for camper vans and caravans rather then tents
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From the manager: Stanley thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.
We’re really pleased to hear you found the team friendly and enjoyed the showers, toilets and community room — it’s great to know those facilities made a positive impression.
We appreciate your comments regarding the number of showers and toilets. While many guests find the facilities more than adequate, especially with the additional ones located by reception, we understand that preferences can vary and your perspective is helpful. We continually review guest feedback as we plan future improvements.
Thank you again for your review
Features
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Level site, no steep slopes Pitch close to accessible bathrooms Step-free or level access Well-lit pathNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilitiesLocation
Newbridge Country Park
Glasgow Road
Dumfries
Dumfries and Galloway
Scotland
DG2 0LF
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
55.09247°N
3.64378°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandyhills | 15.1 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Poor | Poor |
| Southerness | 15.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Rockcliffe | 16.9 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Allonby | 23.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Dhoon Bay | 26.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Robert Burns Centre 2 mi
John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 13.8 mi
World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 23.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Around Dumfries 2 mi
Mabie Forest: Lochaber Trail 4.8 mi
KIRKCONNELL MERSE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/08/2001) 6.7 mi
The Glenkiln Sculptures 7 mi
In The Forest of Ae 7.5 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Newbridge Country Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Newbridge Country Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Newbridge Country Park? Dumfries (10 minutes’ drive) was the birthplace of Robbie Burns in 1759; see displays on the life of Scotland’s favourite poet, as well as portraits and period rooms, at the Robert Burns … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Newbridge Country Park?
Camping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. If reception is unattended on arrival, call the number on the window notice.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Newbridge Country Park? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.