Southerness Holiday Park
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- Family-friendly park with spectacular Solway Firth views
- Kids' and teens' clubs, soft play, amusements and outdoor playgrounds
- Showbar, bar-restaurant, takeaway and 25-metre indoor pool with flume
Site type
103
3
50
50
50Tourist board rating
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Single-sex parties of three or more people under 25 are not permitted on site. If the site asks you to do so, you must complete an online ID verification process before you arrive. Your booking may be cancelled if you do not complete, or if you fail, the ID verification process.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri 13 Mar to
This site is a member of Parkdean Resorts group.
Pitch types & availability
5 
Electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
8 people maximum 
7.5/10
66 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 6m depth (42m²)
Arrival daysFrom £10
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Electric grass touring pitch
8 people maximum 6.5/10
28 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7.6m width × 5.7m depth (43.3m²)
Arrival daysFrom £11
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Electric hardstanding touring pitch
8 people maximum 7.5/10
86 reviews Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 7.6m width × 7.6m depth (57.8m²)
Arrival daysFrom £13
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Electric hardstanding motorhome pitch
8 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £14
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Star fully-serviced hardstanding touring pitch
8 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom £18
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Reviews
70% would recommend this site to a friend
66% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a large, well-maintained site with friendly, helpful staff and a beautiful coastal location. Pitches are generally spacious, and facilities, particularly the toilets and showers, are frequently praised for cleanliness. The swimming pool and entertainment complex are popular with families. Some guests found the site busy, noted noise issues, and commented on the cost of on-site food and drinks. A few reviews mentioned dated facilities in certain areas.
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Overall a good experience, we will be back.
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Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked We enjoyed the location, the site was clean and tidy, the staff friendly. The touring warden, Russell, did an amazing job on the touring field, assisting when arriving on site, directing us to our pitch, keeping the toilets very clean (even dealing with vomit and faeces left by other guests) He even came and assisted us whilst we tried to put up our awning in very strong winds. He's an asset to your site.
Disliked No real dislikes, the weather could have been better, nothing anyone can do about that.
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From the manager: Hi Marie,
Thank you for your honest feedback.
We hope to be able to welcome you back in the future. ^SR
10 out of 10
Electric grass touring pitch
Liked Great
Disliked Nothing to dislike
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your fantastic 10/10 review, Wayne.
We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great stay and that you enjoyed both the site and our team. It’s especially lovely to know you’ve already booked to stay with us again on your way home — that really is the best compliment we could receive.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and look forward to welcoming you and your family back again very soon. ^EC
Wonderful site and pitches, facilities clean,…
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Wonderful site and pitches, facilities clean, and location is absolutely wonderful!
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, Ellen.
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, especially the pitches, clean facilities, and our beautiful location. It’s great to know you would recommend us and plan to visit again — that really means a lot to the team.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic stay in the future. ^EC
Really nice and clean site. Entertainment…
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Really nice and clean site. Entertainment was A1
Disliked No phone signal or Internet
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From the manager: Hi Andrew,
Thank you for the fantastic review, this does mean so much to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon to create more amazing memories. ^JC
Large and level hardstanding pitch
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Large and level hardstanding pitch. Hot showers and a warm toilet block.
Disliked Water only dribbled out of tap so it took a long time (over an hour) to half fill our 50 ltr motorhome water tank. The site had only just opened for the season two days before our arrival, so perhaps this will improve as time goes on. Toilets not the cleanest.
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From the manager: Hi there,
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review following your stay. We’re really pleased to hear you were happy with your large, level hardstanding pitch and that you enjoyed the hot showers and warm toilet facilities.
We’re sorry to hear about the issues you experienced with the water pressure when filling your motorhome tank, as well as your concerns regarding the cleanliness of the toilets. As you mentioned your stay was at the very start of the season, we appreciate your understanding, but we do recognise this is still not the standard we aim to provide. Your comments have been shared with the team to review and address.
Thank you again for your feedback—we hope to welcome you back again in the future for a more seamless experience. ^EC
Expensive
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Price
Disliked Overpriced drinks in the bar
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The location was perfect.…
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked The location was perfect.
Disliked Nothing.
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Don’t expect too much
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Large pitches with water and waste
Disliked Disgusting facilities. Elsan point overflowing showers not cleaned bins over flowing and birds spreading it everywhere. Restaurant not cleaned regularly same litter on the floor under tables for 5 days
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Not impressed?
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Pool looked good but never used it.
Disliked There were no adult inly sessions for pool which could have been between 8-9am as they were closed then, I have mobility probelms and an hours slot for adults and not so mobile would be welcomed. as it happened I never used pool. Nowhere in restaurant to eat with our dog and outside was not under cover, it was raining when we were there so we never used any facilities. Other places have seating area for dogs in restaurant and bars. Our slot was taken so had to find another, we were placed away from toilets and I have a Disability badge it would have been better nearer to especially in the rain with my wheelchair. They were aware of my mobility problem. We got a cheap deal which made it a bit more tolerable. Wifi useless!
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Never again. Unpleasant site, very dirty.
Electric grass touring pitch
Liked The staff were friendly
Disliked Everything else. The place is filthy. Cigarettes on the floor/grass all around the site. The electric stand/points for the pitches were broken. Some were just completely over with the wires hanging out. The bathrooms were gross, some of the toilets didn't flush/wouldn't stop the water.
The seats in the showers were so dirty, so were the shower curtains.
The whole place is just so gross. It hasn't been looked after at all.
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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 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 Public transport nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Southerness Holiday Park
Southerness
Dumfries and Galloway
Scotland
DG2 8AZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.8739°N
3.5974°W
Route directions
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southerness | 0.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Sandyhills | 5.1 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Poor | Poor |
| Rockcliffe | 7.9 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Allonby | 9.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Dhoon Bay | 19.9 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 1.6 mi
Robert Burns Centre 13.4 mi
Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 22.8 mi
World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 23.1 mi
Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre 24.3 mi
National Trust
Wordsworth House and Garden 17.1 mi
Buttermere and Ennerdale 24.2 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
MERSEHEAD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 04/11/2003) 2.9 mi
Carsethorn - Powillimount - Arbigland 3.5 mi
Sandyhills - Rockcliffe - Kippford (and back?) 5.3 mi
Criffel 5.6 mi
Caerlaverock Castle and Nature Reserve 7.2 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Southerness Holiday Park have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Southerness Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Southerness Holiday Park? Assuming the weather is kind, the area surrounding Southerness Holiday Park is tiptop for anyone looking for an active holiday; do your own thing or shake off the cobwebs and try something … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Southerness Holiday Park?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Southerness Holiday Park? From £10 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.