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General
- Sheltered and peaceful pitches on the banks of the Wick River
- A 10-minute walk to Wick; 25 minutes' drive to John o' Groats
- Part of a community enterprise, with warden living on site
What a splendid spot for a break in the Caithness countryside – the sheltered pitches at Wick River Campsite sit in a secluded and quiet location right on the banks of the Wick River, and yet they’re only a handy 10-minute walk from the various shops, pubs and takeaways of Wick.
That setting also means that you’ll be within easy reach of plenty of things to keep you busy for several days – a short stroll into town gives you the opportunity to board wildlife-spotting boats, sample the delights of the Pulteney Distillery or take a bracing dip in the outdoor tidal pool (or the indoor pool if you’re not quite brave enough to face the chilly waters of the North Sea…)
This is a site that’s run as a community enterprise, with all profits fed back into improving the site or contributing to local projects that will benefit visitors and residents alike. Stay here and you’ll be supporting a great cause as well as putting yourselves within easy reach of places like John o’ Groats and activities like fishing, golf and coast walks.
Facilities on site have been kept to the essentials, with toilets, showers and a washing-up area available for guests, as well as a play park just next door. Dogs are welcome to stay here too and join you for walks along the riverside trails that start just outside the site (these are great for a family bike ride too).
Open from 20/06/2022 to 31/10/2022
Open from 01/04/2023 to 31/10/2023
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
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).
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Max. persons: 4 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 5.0m width x 4.5m depth (16.4ft width x 14.8ft depth) Calculated area: 22.5m² (242.2ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Car
Max. persons: 8 x
One Motorhome or Campervan or Trailer tent or Tent or Touring caravan allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 5.6m width x 9.0m depth (18.4ft width x 29.5ft depth) Calculated area: 50.4m² (542.5ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 8 x
One Motorhome or Campervan or Trailer tent or Tent or Touring caravan allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 8.0m width x 8.0m depth (26.2ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 64.0m² (688.9ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Max. persons: 8 x
One Motorhome or Campervan or Trailer tent or Touring caravan allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 8.0m width x 8.0m depth (26.2ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 64.0m² (688.9ft²)
Ground type: Hardstanding
Reviews
Lovely and clean facilities. Friendly and helpful manager
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Lovely location, great walks for the dogs nearby. Only short …
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From the manager...
Thank you for the review, We hope you enjoyed your stay and you will come back and visit us again sometime. We are unsure why you could not find your pitch as all ptches are clearly marked not only on the ground but on the map provided with the exception of small tent pitches. Regarding the midges, unfortunately they are the scourge of the Scottish Highlands and nobody should visit the Highlands without sutable insect repellent. You will find that across the Highlands Midges tend to come out when the weather is calm and there is little wind, so this is a trade off for good weather. |
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Convenient, quiet
From the manager...
Thank you for the review, We hope you enjoyed your stay and you will come back and visit us again sometime. We have just taken over the site and recognise that the facilities are a bit dated, but we ensure they are clean and functional, and their replacment is on the top of our priorities list over the next couple of years. |
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From the manager...
Thank you for the review, We hope you enjoyed your stay and you will come back and visit us again sometime. We have just taken over the site and recognise that the facilities are a bit dated, but we ensure they are clean and functional, and their replacment is on the top of our priorities list over the next couple of years. |
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From the manager...
Thank you for the lovely review, We hope you enjoyed your stay and you will come back and visit us again sometime. |
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From the manager...
Thank you for the lovely review, We hope you enjoyed your stay and you will come back and visit us again sometime. |
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Large pitch , open view ( no borders between the …
From the manager...
Thank you for the review, We hope you enjoyed your stay and you will come back and visit us again sometime. We have just taken over the site and recognise that the facilities are a bit dated, but we ensure they are clean and functional, and their replacment is on the top of our priorities list over the next couple of years. |
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Fantastic campsite
From the manager...
Thank you for the lovely review, We hope you enjoyed your stay and you will come back and visit us again sometime. |
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From the manager...
Thank you for the lovely review, We hope you enjoyed your stay and you will come back and visit us again sometime. |
Features
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
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Rallies welcome
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Peaceful
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Public transport nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Large (51-200 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Indoor pool nearby
Outdoor pool nearby
Restaurant nearby
Tennis nearby
Touring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Royal Bank of Scotland
— 66.7 miles
- Train stations
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Wick Rail Station
— 0.3 miles
Georgemas Junction Rail Station — 13.5 miles
Scotscalder Rail Station — 16.4 miles
- Ferry ports
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Gills Bay Ferry Terminal
— 13.7 miles
John O' Groats Ferry Terminal — 14.0 miles
Scrabster Ferry Terminal — 19.7 miles
- Airports
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Wick Airport
— 0.8 miles
Local attractions
Wick, of course, is the place to start – you can walk into the centre of town to visit the Wick Heritage Centre, grab a dram or two at Pulteney Distillery or head to the harbour to book a boat trip taking you out among the sea stacks and along the cliffs to see if you can spot seals, puffins and other marine life.
Elsewhere along the coast, find the ruins of Castle of Old Wick (10 minutes’ drive) and Sinclair Girnigoe Castle (15 minutes), explore the intriguing stone creations at Hill O’ Many Stanes (15 minutes) or check out the natural rock formations at Whaligoe Steps (15 minutes) and Duncansby Stacks (25 minutes).
Of course you can’t miss the opportunity to go up to the very north of Scotland to visit John O’Groats (25 minutes) and RSPB Dunnet Head (40 minutes). While you’re in the area, stop by at the 16th-century Castle & Gardens of Mey (half an hour) or take a detour to Reiss Sands (10 minutes) for a stroll among the dunes.
Must see
- The Castle & Gardens of Mey (14.1 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
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| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 11 a.m. | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 2 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 11 a.m. | |
Please select the relevant extra if you wish to arrive between 8pm and 10pm.
Wick River Campsite cancellation policy
No refunds within 1 week of arrival date.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
Deposit transferable during COVID-19. Wick River Campsite will debit the balance from your card 12 weeks before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 12 weeks then the balance will be taken immediately.
Deposit transferable during COVID-19. Cancellations due to COVID-19 for bookings made before 1 March 2022 can transfer deposits to a future stay booked within 3 months of your arrival date. Read more.You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking.
Payment methods accepted on the park
CashMaestro
MasterCard
Visa
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Wick River Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Wick River Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Wick River Campsite? Wick, of course, is the place to start – you can walk into the centre of town to visit the Wick Heritage Centre, grab a dram or two at Pulteney Distillery or … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Wick River Campsite?
Camping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Please select the relevant extra if you wish to arrive between 8pm and 10pm.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Wick River Campsite? From £19 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
Thank you for the lovely review,
We hope you enjoyed your stay and you will come back and visit us again sometime.