Barra Sands Campsite
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- Peaceful site at the northern tip of Barra Island, Outer Hebrides
- CalMac ferry terminal 10 minutes’ drive; Castlebay 20 minutes
- Walking access to sandy beaches; barbecues allowed on site
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Mon, 1 Apr to
Reviews
Voted 94% of visitors View breakdown
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Facilities blocks were warm and well equipped with fridges and washing up…
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Electric optional grass touring pitch
Liked: Facilities blocks were warm and well equipped with fridges and washing up and heated towel rails - spacious and clean. Clear signage and information on site. Friendly welcome and friendly owner. Lovely views over the bay. Good value.
Disliked: Bit confusing whether we as a M & F couple could do the washing up together or access the fridge in a specific gender labelled facilities block. The listing says/implies there is direct beach access... this is not the case without crossing land obviously labelled as no access. Meaning it is actually a 20+mins walk to access the beach via road (fine for us, but if the weather was nicer and we wanted to spend more time on beach with SUPs etc this would have been disappointing for us).
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Excellent, well-organised campsite, dog friendly and great location.
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Liked: Loved everything about this site! Very well organised, clean facilities and friendly host. Short drive to a gorgeous beach. Dog friendly. Highly recommend.
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Exceptionally friendly/ helpful owner. Exceptionally clean toilets and showers… with music. Washing…
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Liked: Exceptionally friendly/ helpful owner. Exceptionally clean toilets and showers… with music. Washing machine and clothes line. Excellent recycling facilities. Whole site very well maintained, central location with gorgeous beach/ sea views. 😊👍
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If you’re looking for VFM this is the site for you.
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Liked: Location, & small size of site. Clean, well maintained site. Nice well cleaned shower block. Site manager as nice an individual as you would wish to meet.
Disliked: The weather wasn’t the best, but it’s Scotland, the wind & rain was coming straight off the Atlantic. Couple of days the sun began to shine & it was perfect.
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Well spread out site with a constant flow of campers .
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Liked: The reception from Derek the campsite owner was excellent . The toilets and showers were always clean and well stocked with toilet rolls handwash and hot water. The site is situated with excellent views of the Atlantic and surrounding hills. The beach with beautiful white sands and torquoise water was a short walk from the site.
Disliked: Just the usual Scottish weather and I am Scottish.We are always optimistic when it comes to weather.
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A hidden gem small friendly clean and safe.
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Liked: A delightful gem of a campsite. I was greeted by campsite owner Derek who was super helpful. The site is clean and well cared for. The facilities are really great with music to enjoy whilst washing up. The views from the campsite are tremendous and the beaches just stunning. An all round gem.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike.
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Sensationelle Lage!
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Liked: Super Aussicht, ruhig, sehr gute Sanitäranlagen mit Musik, freundlicher Besitzer
Disliked: zu kurzer Aufenthalt, Müll am Strand (vom Meer)
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Excellent
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Liked: Everything, Derek very good host 😀 handy for ferry, toilets and showers nice and clean
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Great site
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Liked: Lovely clean toilet and shower facilities. Unfortunately we’re there in a storm so didn’t make the most of all the information available about walks etc.
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Great stay
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Liked: The campsite was clean, although it was bumpy in places the pitches were level. The showers we're hot and the toilet block was clean.
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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
PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service pointLocation
Barra Sands Campsite
12 Eoligarry
Isle of Barra
Hebrides
Scotland
HS9 5YD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
57.04665°N
-7.43761°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
Airport
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
Cycle routes
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Other
Eriskay 5.3 mi
A Circuit of Heaval and Hartaval 6.1 mi
DRIMORE FARM (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/02/2005) 20.2 mi
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Barra Sands Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Barra Sands Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Barra Sands Campsite? When you think you’ve got to know Barra, head to the CalMac terminal (10 minutes' drive) and catch a ferry to neighbouring Uist, where you can visit the remains of 18th-century Ormacleit … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Barra Sands Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 1 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Barra Sands Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.