Hoddom Castle Caravan Park
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- Spacious family-friendly site 15 minutes' drive from Lockerbie
- In the grounds of a 16th-century castle next to the River Annan
- Golf course, salmon fishing, guided walks and play park
Site type
Tourist board rating
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- 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).
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The restaurant is open between 01/04 and 31/10.
- The grocery shop is open between 01/03 and 31/10.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- A cable measuring at least 25 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- Units longer than 8 metres are not allowed.
- Electricity is metered on site at £0.35 per kWh and must be paid onsite using a pre-paid topup card.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 14 Mar to

Pitch types & availability
Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 9m depth (81m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
View prices & bookElectric optional hardstanding touring pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 8m depth (40m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
View prices & bookNon-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 9m width × 9m depth (81m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
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Reviews
93% would recommend this site to a friend
91% would stay here again
What customers say
This picturesque site set in castle grounds receives high praise for its spacious, well-maintained pitches, friendly staff and excellent facilities, including a popular on-site pub. Visitors highlight the beautiful scenery and numerous woodland walks, ideal for dogs. While generally clean, some mention dated toilet facilities. Occasional noise from entertainment or other campers was noted. Overall, it's a highly recommended destination for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
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Wonderful team at Hoddom! Always very…
Electric optional hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Wonderful team at Hoddom! Always very accommodating, nothing is too much trouble. The site is clean, showers are great. Child friendly. The Bar team are fab, entertainment good. Prices good at both the caravan site and in bar area.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great campsite, very clean and the…
Electric optional hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Great campsite, very clean and the staff are very welcoming especially the pub onsite. Food is also great finished of with a nice game of Bingo
Recommend to friends Visit again
A lovely site with very good…
Electric optional hardstanding touring pitch
Liked A lovely site with very good facilities, including bar / restaurant (limited opening times outside main season).
Disliked The system of paying separately for the electricity used can be awkward when using the card at the hookup post and downloading unused units onto the card for refund.
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Won’t be back sorry
Electric optional hardstanding touring pitch
Liked The staff were very pleasant
Disliked Did not like the showers were so far away epically when I had young kids with me
Also didn’t like that you had to pay for electric as what happens if it cut out during the night ? Also to empty toilet it’s a long way to walk ..
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We loved our stay and will be going again
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Excellent location and wonderful amenities
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent site with adequate clean facilities, friendly helpful staff.
Electric optional hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Quality of the site
Staff friendly
Facilities
Pitch sizes
Site access, one way system
Disliked Although multiple signs saying dogs to be kept on a lead, many guests ignore the rule
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Prachtige locatie, schoon, ruim, supervriendelijk personeel…
Electric optional hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Prachtige locatie, schoon, ruim, supervriendelijk personeel en heerlijke pizza's.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Everything!…
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Everything!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely Area, great dog walks. Clean…
Electric optional hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Lovely Area, great dog walks. Clean amenities.
Recommend to friends Visit again
The site was well kept and…
Electric optional grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked The site was well kept and great for kids playing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
Dogs 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful 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 Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service pointLocation
Hoddom Castle Caravan Park
Hoddom
Lockerbie
Dumfries and Galloway
Scotland
DG11 1AS
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
55.04457°N
3.32315°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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Southerness | 16.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Sandyhills | 19.6 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Poor | Poor |
Allonby | 19.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Rockcliffe | 22.6 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 10.7 mi
Robert Burns Centre 11.7 mi
John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 14.7 mi
Carlisle Castle 18.2 mi
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 28.3 mi
National Trust
Wordsworth House and Garden 26.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Castle Loch and Lochmaben Castle 7.2 mi
Hadrian's Wall Part 1 - Bowness-on-Solway to Carlisle 7.7 mi
CAMPFIELD MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/11/2006) 8.3 mi
Caerlaverock Castle and Nature Reserve 9.8 mi
KIRKCONNELL MERSE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/08/2001) 10.7 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 Hoddom Castle Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hoddom Castle Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of Hoddom Castle Caravan Park?
Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 1 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Hoddom Castle Caravan Park? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.