Hillside Tiny Campsite
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- Peaceful campsite on Hoy in the spectacular Orkney Islands
- Lyness ferry 20 minutes' drive, with bus available
- Charging sockets, communal barn and packed lunches available
Off to Orkney? The stunning Isle of Hoy is likely to be high up on your list of places to see – after all, it's home to the spectacular Old Man of Hoy, towering cliffs and an array of sheltered sandy coves. Pitches at this rural site come with outstanding views over land, sea and sky – and with only a tiny number of guests allowed here at any one time, you'll be sure of plenty of space to appreciate it.
Hillside Tiny Campsite is in a convenient location 20 minutes' drive from the Lyness ferry pier, which can often be reached from base via a community-run bus if you're coming without a car. This site is modest both in size and in terms of the facilities on offer, but guests staying here can expect access to a well-maintained indoor toilet, charging sockets and a communal barn for chilling out with your neighbours.
There is no facility for emptying chemical toilets, so please do so before arriving on Hoy. Although there is no shower on site, there is a pay-per-use shower at the quayside in Longhope, five minutes' drive away.
Off exploring? Let the site staff know at least three days in advance and they'll be able to sort you with meals or a packed lunch. A small grocery shop is also available in the village of Longhope, two and a half miles from base.
Just a word of warning about getting here: ferry services are limited, so you're advised to check that there's space (on either the car or foot ferry) before booking your pitch at Hillside Tiny Campsite.
Dogs are welcome, although they must be kept on a lead around the site because there are livestock fields nearby.
Site type
2
3
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.
- Minimum spacing of 8 metres between pitches.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
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Features
Pop-up campsite
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
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Pop-up campsite Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycling nearbyLocation
Hillside Tiny Campsite
Longhope
Orkney Islands
Scotland
KW16 3PQ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
58.80158°N
-3.14758°W
Route directions
From Lyness ferry pier, either catch the community bus (check that there will be a bus meeting the particular ferry that you are planning to arrive on) or, if driving, follow the signs to Longhope. Stay on the road through Longhope until you see a brown Scottish Heritage sign for the Martello Tower. Take the left turn there, drive past Pools Holiday Cottage on your left and Hillside is the next house on the right. If you come by bus it will drop you at the end of the road where the Martello turning is. From here, it is a five-minute walk to the site.
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail32.2 km Thurso Rail Station
36.6 km Georgemas Junction Rail Station
40.2 km Wick Rail Station
Ferry3.4 km Longhope Orkney Ferry Terminal
4.2 km Flotta Orkney Ferry Terminal
4.4 km Lyness Orkney Ferry Terminal
Airport22.1 km Kirkwall (Orkney) Airport
39 km Wick 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
Hoy has many brilliant walks and cycle routes across the island and is a well-known wildlife haven – here you might see golden eagles, sea eagles, seals, orcas, otters and hares, among other species. A round the island tour leaves from Longhope (five minutes' drive) if you're looking for a convenient way to learn about local geology, geography, history and wildlife in the same trip.
Hoy is also full of fascinating history and heritage – there's a lifeboat museum just outside of Longhope (10 minutes) that's well worth visiting. The island hosted a major military base during both World Wars, so if that's of interest head to the Scapa Flow Museum (20 minutes) to find out more.
For outdoor activities, try a hike up to the ancient Dwarfie Stane (or drive there in about half an hour), or head to Rackwick Bay (40 minutes) for the excellent walk to see the Old Man of Hoy. To see lighthouses and take a trip to the town of Stromness, meanwhile, just head up to the ferry terminal at Lyness (20 minutes).
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunnet | 24.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Thurso | 31.2 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
The Castle & Gardens of Mey 18.9 km
Skara Brae 29.6 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
HOY (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 21/10/1985) 15.8 km
HOBBISTER (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 29/11/1972) 17.9 km
The Stacks of Duncansby 18.8 km
Dunnet Head – Long Byre – Chapel Geo – Dwarwick Pier – Dunnet Head 19.7 km
Orkney - Stromness and Brinkies Brae 20 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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- Does Hillside Tiny Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hillside Tiny Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Hillside Tiny Campsite? Hoy has many brilliant walks and cycle routes across the island and is a well-known wildlife haven – here you might see golden eagles, sea eagles, seals, orcas, otters and hares, among … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hillside Tiny Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.