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, 14 Mar to
Open from Fri, 13 Mar to
This site is a member of Parkdean Resorts group.
Pitch types & availability
Electric grass touring pitch
8 people maximum 
6.4/10
46 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 7.4/10
124 reviews Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 7.6m width × 7.6m depth (57.8m²)
Arrival daysFrom £13
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Reviews
66% would recommend this site to a friend
63% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers a positive experience for families with plentiful entertainment, clean facilities, and friendly staff. Visitors appreciated the spacious pitches, proximity to the beach, and good value. However, some guests noted outdated touring shower blocks, issues with cleanliness due to high occupancy, and occasional noise disturbances. The food and drinks were considered pricey by some.
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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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Site was clean and tidy. Toilets…
Electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Site was clean and tidy.
Toilets and showers spotless and male attendant was friendly and happy.
Good value to pitch a tent.
Disliked Poor lighting on full site after dark
Massive holes in the grass area next to tent pitches
Says they will help with anything. Asked to hire pillows as we forgot ours and was told no.
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Rubbish in the ground we're we was pitched
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Nothing
Disliked Prices for drink is terrible you could get a pint cheaper in London why so expensive after all it's a cost of living crisis a bit too expensive for every one
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Everything on site you needed…
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Everything on site you needed
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Can't fault anything about our stay.
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Love coming to southerness first time with our tourer and love it even more, shower and toilet facilities very clean and good pitches with plenty space. Asked if it was possible for a late check out and was not a problem we were told leave when yous are ready, was an added bonus as we didn't have the stress to leave at a certain time and could enjoy the day before setting off home.
Disliked Nothing to dislike.
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Lovley little site.. toilets were immaculate.…
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Lovley little site.. toilets were immaculate. The cleaner is doing a great job there.
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I liked everything no complaints…
Electric grass touring pitch
Liked I liked everything no complaints
Disliked Nothing
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Clean site
Electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Nice clean site. Plenty of space between pitches
Disliked Went for breakfast was standing in queue for 10 minutes but not bizzy. I missed the time for the breakfast deal buy 2 minutes so had to pay more money. The staff were unorganised and kept disappearing
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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 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 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 GMT (GMT+00:00)
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.