Galson Campsite

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Campsite overview
Campsite overview
Our accessibility pitch
The gravel pitches
The facility block with moorland backdrop
Back of the campsite
Site view
View of the facility block
Facility block
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Our accessibility pitch
The gravel pitches
The facility block with moorland backdrop

  • Tourer pitches with coast and moorland views near Borve on North Lewis
  • A 15-minute drive to Port Stoth, and 45 to Calanais Standing Stones
  • Electric hook-up and showers available; tourist information on site
Well, this really is getting away from it all. With peaty moorland and coastal views near Borve on the Isle of Lewis, Galson Campsite is a place that offers sturdy and spacious hardstanding pitches for motorhomes and caravans, all with a 240v electric hook-up. Close to the pitches there’s a fully accessible amenities block with a hot shower, toilet, waste disposal and dishwashing facilities. Also on site is the Galson Trust Business Centre, where you can pick up all sorts of handy things including tourist information, hints for dining out and know-how on upcoming local events. Set on the handy A857 coast road on the Atlantic side of the island, the site is within five minutes’ drive of restaurants and an inn, and there are convenience stores and a petrol station within 10 minutes by car. Nearby Spòrsnis Community Centre (15 minutes’ drive) is a handy place to know about… it's got ten-pin bowling, a soft-play area and a multi-sports hall to keep everybody entertained if the weather isn’t cooperating.

Site type

Caravan sites 4
Motorhome sites 4
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No gas barbecues allowed.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

8.8

Overall rating from 20 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

85% would recommend this site to a friend

80% would stay here again

What customers say

This quiet spot has ample, flat pitches and spotless amenities (incl. good WiFi). Great for exploring nearby walks, coastlines and beaches. Some found the single public shower had poor water pressure/temp. A few mentioned no on-site reception.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 3/06/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

As a quiet site for a stopover with great facilities it's excellent.

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gary m. 2 reviews

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked The facilities were great and spotlessly clean, pitch was perfectly level, very quiet site.

Disliked It's just a pity there wasn't a beach within walking distance but we had done our day out so it didn't really mater.There is a monument just behind the site thats got some interesting local history.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Exactly what a mobile home holiday needs for a comfortable night get.

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Plenty of space on 4 very flat pitches. Great, clean service facilities. Nice dog walk up onto the moor. Very friendly reception if needed (everything online).

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site in a perfect location for exploring North Lewis

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Small site, excellent facilities, well designed and clean

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great pitch and quiet…

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 Karen R. 4 reviews

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Great pitch and quiet

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent small and campsite with immaculate facilities.

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 Danielle Y. 1 review

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Small and peaceful site. Spacious pitches. Immaculate facilities. Lovely location.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very clean, well run site. Small walkway to one side onto the moor

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 hilary F. 4 reviews

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Small set up with good plots, heated facilities which were well appointed.

Lots of hot water in the washing up area, great WiFi

Disliked The one shower unit struggled to maintain a constant temperature, so it was a bit hit and miss

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Shower block…

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 Kayleigh R. 1 review

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Shower block

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great stopover a stones throw from Port Ness

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 Conrad H. 42 reviews

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Good spaced pitches and sheltered from winds (we had 60mph). New, clean welfarefacilities on site. Best WiFi we've ever had at a campsite for uninterrupted streaming (telly even did all it's updates too) - the password is at the bottom of the Accessibility document. Nice moorland views.

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Loved the place, very quiet as…

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Kannadinessh c. 1 review

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Loved the place, very quiet as its has fewer pitches, toilets and kitchen were clean. Enjoyed the stay. Would definitely recommend it.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Surrounding moorland for birdwatching. Clean and…

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Ritchie D. 1 review

Fully-serviced gravel caravan site

Liked Surrounding moorland for birdwatching. Clean and well-laid out.

Disliked Could have done with a hose for emptying grey water.

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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 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 85 cm)

Location

Galson Campsite

Urras Oighreachd Ghabhsainn

Tom Na Ba

South Galson

Isle Of Lewis

Hebrides

Scotland

HS2 0SH

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

58.43422°N
6.39952°W

Nearest transport

Ferry
25.5 km Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal
Airport
25.3 km Stornoway 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

The site is close to numerous beaches, including the sheltered and sandy Port Stoth beach – the island’s most northerly, where you can sometimes glimpse seals basking, and next to a pretty harbour and a few cafés. Eoropie Beach (both 15 minutes’ drive) is a popular spot for surfing, while Garry Beach (50 minutes’ drive), on the east side of the island, is known for its dramatic rock formations. To learn about the ancient heritage of Lewis, head for Calanais Standing Stones (45 minutes), standing proud over Loch Roag for thousands of years. The adjacent Visitor Centre has lots of information and exhibitions on the megalithic stones. Visit the Dun Carloway Broch (40 minutes) to see the ruins of an Iron Age castle, and have a look at a traditional Lewis home at the restored Gearrannan Blackhouse Village (40 minutes). If you’re travelling with kids, a trip to Eoropie Dunes Park (15 minutes) involves zipwires, a cycling path and skateboard park as well as a maze and adventure trail.

Must see

Calanais Standing Stones Visitor Centre 32.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

LOCH NA MUILNE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 20/04/2004) 14.5 km

Stornoway Water Mill and War Memorial 25.2 km

Stornoway Castle Grounds 25.2 km

Iolaire Monument 25.2 km

A hidden route to the Carloway Broch 30.5 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 Galson Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Galson Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Galson Campsite? The site is close to numerous beaches, including the sheltered and sandy Port Stoth beach – the island’s most northerly, where you can sometimes glimpse seals basking, and next to a pretty … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Galson Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Galson Campsite? From $67.63 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.