Barry Downs Park
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- Luxury adults-only site a five-minute drive from Carnoustie
- Arbroath Abbey 15 minutes’ drive; Dundee 20 minutes
- Dogs welcome; on-site bar and restaurant; fitness centre
Campground type
30
56
56
The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Site types & availability
Powered caravan site
Adults only 
8 people maximum Ground type: Other
Site size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30) 1 night, 2 adults
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Unpowered grass tent site
Adults only 8 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 10.0m width x 10.0m depth (32.8ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 100.0m² (1076.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
would recommend this campground to a friend
would stay here again
Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Toilets very clean
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Liked: We really like it here, buses right outside the site into Broughty Ferry and Dundee
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It's handy but I couldn't recommend it to those with pets.
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Liked: Open all year
Disliked: Power supply, kept tripping out and almost convinced me there was an issue with the fridge and microwave
The extortionate rate charged for a dog, we have two and the bill for them equally a quarter of our last nights costs 25%. This wouldn't be so bad if there were provision for the dogs as is the case at Glen Nevis for example and they make no charge for pets.
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I couldn't recommend the site.
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Liked: Open all year
Disliked: Power supply kept tripping out.
We had to run our fridge and heating on gas.
Power supply so poor we that the microwave would not heat food in fact we initially thought the microwave was no longer working and were on the point of buying a replacement.
Cost charged for accompanying pets particularly when there is no provision made for them like an exercise area.
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Strange place, however it was clean with big pitches.
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Liked: Nice flat pitches
Disliked: No one to speak to, called reception but the number didn’t work. Didn’t realise you just chose any pitch. It’s completely unregulated, technically anyone could just rock up and park without even paying. Washing up area taps at sink didn’t work, had to wash dishes in the bathroom. Didn’t feel safe. Convenient stop over but would definitely not recommend, no one is friendly, just a weird place.
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Not much to say about this one…
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Liked: Not much to say about this one
Disliked: Details on listing needs updated, no bistro on site closed down, bar not open mon/tues no contact with anyone on site apart from text with toilet codes,telephone no on pitch up no longer available. Toilets need updated,sold on this place from listing did not get what was advertised
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Nice little place for older people and want a quite getaway…
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Liked: Nice little place for older people and want a quite getaway
Disliked: Don’t recommend the bar at all we turned up for a 80s night the manger was very rude and ignorant most definitely will not be back can’t get the code to the gym also no codes sent you check in was terrible no one on the desk as well
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Being able to check in when we arrived no barrier so direct…
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Liked: Being able to check in when we arrived no barrier so direct access and able to choose our pitch, plenty ladies toilets
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Arrived after reception closed spoke to owner had a choice of pitches…
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Liked: Arrived after reception closed spoke to owner had a choice of pitches and toilet and shower block clean nice quite site with bus stop outside site
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Nice big, flat pitch.…
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Liked: Nice big, flat pitch.
Disliked: Stayed on 2 jan - we do appreciate not many places are open but don’t take the booking if you aren’t prepared to provide info/facilities. Arrived 3.30pm and reception was closed. Called the number on the door to be told to find a free pitch and ask someone for the code for the ladies shower block as he didn’t know! (mens was open). There was a row of outside ladies toilets behind the shower block, these were open but toilets only, no sinks.
The park was quiet, not many people around to ask. First couple didn’t know. Asked someone in the gym, she said she wasn’t allowed to give out the code. I emailed and luckily got a quick reply.
Perhaps an email with this info would be a good idea, I believe this park is new to Pitch-Up. Just to mention - there’s no drive over for disposing of grey water. I asked at reception the next morning and she suggested a bucket which we don’t have but as it was only one night not a huge problem for us. Also the (single) water tap has a short hose attached and nowhere to drive nearby so impossible for us to top up our fresh water tank. These 2 things would probably put us off going again.
There’s a restaurant/bar on site but we didn’t use it. Shower block is okay, the lock doesn’t work on one of the toilet doors, we didn’t use the showers so can’t comment on how they are. Don’t think there was any Wi-Fi, I couldn’t find any option to log in.
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Pitch was fine that's all.
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Liked: Nice and quiet
Disliked: Place wasn't manned at all. Called when arrived to see where to go. Was told he would send a code for ladies toilets/shower room. The code was wrong so couldnt get into the shower rooms. Toilets there was only 2 that had toilet paper in them.We were told to park anywhere and hook up.Electric hook up point didn't work it was burnt out. Messaged the guy a few times but replied once then no response from anyone at all. I know it was hogmamy/new years day however if site is open then they should reply to messages. Website states there is a gym which can be easily accessible we couldn't get it that either. When we were leaving we could access the road as there was a van/car blocking the exit from both directions
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Features
Dogs allowed
Adults only
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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Luxury PeacefulUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Large (51-200 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Level campground, no steep slopes Site close to accessible bathrooms Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac Well-lit pathTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Barry Downs Park
Barry Road
Carnoustie
Angus
Scotland
DD7 7SA
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
56.4923°N
-2.7788°W
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 |
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| Monifieth | 2.7 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Carnoustie | 4.4 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Broughty Ferry | 5.6 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Arbroath (West Links) | 12.3 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| St Andrews (West Sands) | 15.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Carnoustie 3.7 km
St Andrews Links 16.4 km
British Golf Museum 16.6 km
Glamis Castle 19.9 km
Scone Palace 41.2 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
East Haven Beach 7.5 km
Dundee Waterfront - McGonagall's Walk 12.3 km
Lucklaw Hill 15.2 km
Whiting Ness - Arbroath Sea Cliffs - Whiting Ness 15.6 km
The Sidlaw Hills 16.4 km
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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see site type section for details
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Barry Downs Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Barry Downs Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Barry Downs Park? Barry Mill (five minutes’ drive) is a working water-powered oatmeal mill dating from the early 19th century. What’s perhaps most surprising about this early industrial structure is its setting: surrounded by luxuriant … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Barry Downs Park?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Barry Downs Park? From $62.67 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.