Newark Farm

Newark is a working beef and sheep farm within walking distance of Sanquhar which has an indoor swimming pool with fitness suite, rail link to Glasgow, golf and all the usual amenities of a small town. Sanquhar is steeped in history and has a free local museum. The CL is sheltered, level and lawned with beautiful views. Milk, papers and rolls are delivered to your door daily. The Southern Upland Way passes through the farm and there are walks for all abilities directly from the site. The river Nith is nearby and fishing can be arranged on various beats. Other local attraction include Drumlanrig Castle, Dumfries House and Wanlockhead which is the highest village in Scotland. Central for touring. There is B&B in in the farmhouse including a disabled room. Wifi available. A warm welcome awaits you.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Newark Farm

Newark

Sanquhar

Dumfries

Sanquhar

Dumfries and Galloway

Scotland

DG4 6HN

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

55.361°N
3.912°W

Route directions

Just south of Sanquhar directly off A76 with easy access Public bus service available from farm roadend Train station 1 mile

Nearest transport

Coach

21.3 km Abington Service Area

37.6 km Whitesands

Rail

1.3 km Sanquhar Rail Station

6.3 km Kirkconnel Rail Station

17.9 km New Cumnock Rail Station

Ferry

47.6 km Ayr Compass Pier

Airport

47.2 km Glasgow Prestwick International 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

Swimming pool Golf Small theatre Drumlanrig Castle Dumfries House Wanlockhead

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Ayr (South Beach)	47.7 km	Sea	N/A	Poor	Poor	Poor
Prestwick	47.7 km	Sea	N/A	N/A	Good	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

New Lanark Visitor Centre 35.5 km

Robert Burns Centre 37.6 km

Burns National Heritage Park 46.4 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Wanlockhead - Southern Upland Way - Stood Hill 9.2 km

Scaur Water Valley Circuit 11.1 km

Leadhills - Wanlockhead - Leadhills 11.5 km

Drumlanrig Castle and Woods 11.5 km

Drumlanrig Country Park 11.5 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 Newark Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Newark Farm dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near Newark Farm? Swimming pool Golf Small theatre Drumlanrig Castle Dumfries House Wanlockhead Read more