Barry Downs Park
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- Luxury adults-only site a five-minute drive from Carnoustie
- A short drive from three major golf courses; 20 minutes from Dundee
- Dog-friendly; near to hiking paths; bar on site
Campground type
30
56
56
No gas barbecues allowed.- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- 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 electric barbecues allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Site types & availability
Powered gravel caravan site
Adults only 
8 people maximum 
7/10
87 reviews Ground type: Gravel
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30)
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Unpowered grass tent site
Adults only 8 people maximum 7.7/10
9 reviews Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30)
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Reviews
65% would recommend this campground to a friend
64% would stay here again
What customers say
Clean, tidy site with roomy, flat spots & helpful staff. Toilets/showers are spotless & warm. Pub's friendly, fair-priced. Bus stop outside for easy exploring. Most’d return, though some found check-in a bother & some facilities need more TLC during peak times/when staff are off.
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Will come again
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Powered gravel caravan site
Liked Simple access, help yourself to a pitch of your choosing.
Disliked No chemical toilet depository
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Level pitches Toilets were up to scra
Powered gravel caravan site
Liked Second time there
Lady on reception was very helpful
As usual it was a very quiet place for us and had a few drinks at the club house on site
Can't wait till the next visit
Jimmy & Wendy
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Quite attractive Okay for a night…
Powered gravel caravan site
Liked Quite attractive
Okay for a night
Disliked Feels a bit lacking somehow. We were looking to go for a walk but found it difficult because the main road leading to the site is busy and has no pavements.
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Nice site
Powered gravel caravan site
Liked Nice enough site, pub onsite (old fashioned but friendly and cheap)
Disliked Washing machine swallowed our coins. Site is more tatty than the website suggests.
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Avoid
Powered gravel caravan site
Liked Can’t comment as we were unable to get access codes.
Disliked We booked and paid for a Motorhome pitch in advance but when we arrived the reception was closed. As instructed we called the number on the door - three times over the course of the afternoon - but no answer or reply to our voice messages so we had no access codes and had to move on and find another campsite late in the day
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Nothing to add…
Powered gravel caravan site
Liked Nothing to add
Disliked Checking in process was not useful, called the number and received no reply, ended up leaving the site after waiting for some time for a response, owner contacted us and advised would look at refunding but never received anything, if no one is going to be at reception then at least return the call/voicemail to advise what to do next, this was our first time visiting and was rather disappointed with lack of service.
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Nice facilities
Powered gravel caravan site
Liked Very friendly had a great few days definitely be back now we know where yous are had a great night in the club made our time away lovely walks with dogs thank you.
Disliked Only we problem we had was EHU tripped for about an hour but was fine after
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Will definitely not return!
Powered gravel caravan site
Liked A nice area of Scotland but site did not meet expectations
Disliked We arrived on site at 3.30pm on New Years Eve 2025 and the site looked deserted. Reception was closed with a contact number on the door. We tried the contact number with no success and left a message and up to now (more than 5 days later) no-one has responded.
We spoke to a lady in another caravan who said they had experienced the same and had parked their caravan on a pitch but told us to search for a working electric point as most were not working. The very kind lady also gave us the code for the shower block. We hooked up and got settled and the electricity went off. All campers were frustrated and we had to fumble in the dark to find another electric point that was working and move pitches. There was no-one in authority on site to ask anything nor to support when the electric went down.
In the morning we both used the shower block, toilets were leaking and water all over the floor, showers were dirty and had not been cleaned.
We had been trekking Scotland and stayed in various campsites but Barry Downs Park was worse by a long way and would definitely NOT stay here again.
The experience has left me really disappointed. We have used Pitch-up many times and have not had any issues. I have now lost confidence in Pitch Up as this campsite was way below the expected standards.
We later learned that the owner was on holiday in Spain and quite clearly had not made any provision in his absence.
Shocking treatment and shocking quality so would not recommend to anyone.
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Below adequate site
Powered gravel caravan site
Liked I like to try and give positive reviews but this is a bit of a struggle. Site was clean and tidy. Lady in reception who greeted us was very friendly.
Disliked Set our caravan up plugged into electric not working told by another camper not working since they got there. Informed reception who wasn't aware. Managed to reach another electric outlet. Another camper arrived reception was closed they tried to use same electric so we advised them. No one in reception and no one answer on mobile number on window so told them the codes for the bathrooms. Late afternoon power went off, effected about 10 of us, once again no one answered the mobile number left. Had to walk round the site to find working electric then it was dog eat dog to get our caravan moved before someone else got there. Quickest we have ever moved our caravan. Then set about helping 3 other campers move their vans as it was now dark. Still no contact from owner which we found out was on holiday in Spain!! Finally got sorted then receive a text at 6pm with the bathroom codes and informed they are trying to contact electrician on new years eve.
Morning after decided to have a shower, very run down and only Luke warm watee, no where to leave clothes so had to put them on the floor outside the door. Bathrooms by now were dirty.
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Lovely peaceful, well maintained site.
Powered gravel caravan site
Liked Loved it. Such a peaceful and welcoming site. The gent who met us on arrival told us about the site etc. We only stayed one night but we will be back. Excellent value for money.
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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 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 GMT (GMT+00:00)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
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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 On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Barry Downs Park? From $59.02 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.