Newton Campsite
View prices & book- Family-friendly site in with direct access to a private beach
- A quarter of an hour to Kirkcudbright or Newton Stewart by car
- Direct access to the South West Coastal 300 route
Site type
- This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- Minimum spacing of 5 metres between pitches.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 3 different households.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
French
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass and sand tent pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass and sand
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £17.65 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookNon-electric grass and sand touring pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass and sand
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £17.65 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & book
Reviews
Voted 80% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
A fantastic, quiet spot right on the beach. Quite blissful!
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Liked: Location and simplicity
Disliked: Nothing!
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Great scenery
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Liked: The campsite is in such a stunning location! We parked right by the beach and it was less than 50 steps till we were standing on the beach. Great views! Despite the rain we still sat outside with a fire pit staring out to sea.
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A hidden gem off the A75
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Liked: Everything! What a beautiful spot. I only had an overnight stop after the ferry, so didn’t get to enjoy it, but will be back
Disliked: Nothing
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We had a great stay here, very friendly place . Excellent location…
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Liked: We had a great stay here, very friendly place . Excellent location right on the beach. Nice and flexible in terms of where you can pitch up and great fire pits that are supplied by the owners. Best place I have been yet for value for money. We will be back definitely.
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Good place to go
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Liked: Super site, lovely and quiet, we will be going back again.
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This site is fantastic! Private beach, spacious pitching areas, amazing views.…
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Liked: This site is fantastic! Private beach, spacious pitching areas, amazing views.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike, at all!
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Friendly site where people talk to each other. Excellent location. We like…
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Liked: Friendly site where people talk to each other. Excellent location. We like that it isn’t overdeveloped.
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Fantastic beach and views
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Liked: Great little site. Fantastic views and access to the beach. There is now a portaloo on site which is good. No facilities but expected.
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What a fantastic place to stop right on the beach we would…
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Liked: What a fantastic place to stop right on the beach we would definitely be back
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Ideal location
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Liked: Beautiful location friendly welcome
Disliked: All good
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Newton Campsite
A75
Gatehouse of Fleet
Dumfries and Galloway
Scotland
DG7 2ER
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.85288°N
-4.25348°W
Nearest transport
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.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Mossyard | 1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Carrick | 2.3 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Brighouse Bay | 7 mi | Sea | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Dhoon Bay | 7.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Rockcliffe | 18.2 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 26.7 mi
Robert Burns Centre 29.3 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Cream o' Galloway - Carrick Shore - Cream o' Galloway 2.9 mi
Gatehouse of Fleet - Sandgreen - Girthon - Gatehouse of Fleet 3.3 mi
Around Gatehouse of Fleet 3.4 mi
Gatehouse of Fleet - Glencap Forest - Dow Craig Hill 3.7 mi
Carsluith - Kirkmabreck - Carsluith 4.2 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.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
Want to know more about camping in Dumfries and Galloway?
- Does Newton Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Newton Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of Newton Campsite?
Camping and touring Arrive: 12:30 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Newton Campsite? From £17.65 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.