Sillyearn Mains Aire
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- Peaceful aire on a croft 15 minutes’ drive from Keith in Banffshire
- Knockdhu five minutes’ drive; WDC Scottish Dolphin Centre half an hour
- Spectacular views of Knock Hill; right on the Whisky Trail
Set in the spectacular Strathisla valley between Keith and Porstoy, Sillyearn Mains Aire is a remote and peaceful place looking over Knock Hill in Banffshire. The touring pitches are on a working croft surrounded by green pastures and forested upland; all have stunning views, and you can choose which way to park to enjoy your preferred outlook.
With just a handful of neatly kept pitches, there are few people around to disturb your quiet time – and in fact, while you’re on site, the loudest noises you can expect will come from the resident sheep, cows, birds, horses or goats. Be mindful of them and keep any dogs under close while on site.
Climb up to the top of the site for special sunrise, sunset and Northern Lights views when conditions are favourable, and there are several walking and cycling options available from the front gate to suit all abilities and energy levels. While you’re out and about, keep a look out for local wildlife like red squirrels and red deer.
This might be an off-the-beaten-track retreat but it’s within easy reach of facilities. The pitches are 10 minutes’ drive from the nearest pub and 15 minutes from a supermarket, making it a convenient base for exploring attractions in the Banffshire area.
Site type
4Open all year
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- For licensing reasons, you must be a member to stay at this campsite. After booking, you will be granted free membership of this campsite's exempt organisation, who may contact you to finalise registration.
Languages spoken
English
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Features
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 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
D. of E. 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
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Aire Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Sillyearn Mains Aire
Grange
Keith
Moray
Scotland
AB55 6TJ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
57.57156°N
2.79601°W
Route directions
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Nearest transport
Coach
Rail9.7 km Keith Rail Station
14.2 km Huntly Rail Station
28.2 km Insch Rail Station
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
If you’ve a taste for fine Scottish whisky, you’re in the right place. Sillyearn Mains Aire is on the Whisky Trail close to famed distilleries including Knockdhu (five minutes’ drive), Strathisla (15 minutes) and Glentauchers (20 minutes). The Keith and Dufftown Railway (15 minutes) links up to the distilleries of Dufftown (half an hour) – self-appointed whisky capital of the world.
Keen to keep active? The nearest golf course is at Keith (15 minutes), and there are mountain-biking trails accessible from the pitches. The long-distance North Sea Cycle Route passes through Buckie (half an hour) for anyone who likes a challenge, or families can have an action-packed day out at Smart Kart Raceway and Activity Centre Elgin (also half an hour).
You can take surfing lessons at Lossiemouth (40 minutes), or join a boat cruise out on the waves to look for bottlenose dolphins, seals and whales from the WDC Scottish Dolphin Centre (half an hour). Take a stroll along the beach at Portknockie (25 minutes) to the bizarre Bow Fiddle Rock in the North Sea, or turn inland to discover the eerie medieval remains of Huntly Castle (20 minutes).
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cullen Bay | 14.2 km | Sea | N/A | Good | N/A | N/A |
| Inverboyndie | 18.2 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lossiemouth (East) | 31.8 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Rosehearty | 43.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Glenfiddich Distillery 23.6 km
Carnegie Museum 40.7 km
The Glenlivet Distillery Visitor Centre 41.3 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Cullen - Logie Head - Findlater Castle - Sandend 13.7 km
Huntly and the Banks of the River Deveron 13.7 km
Portsoy - Sandend Circular 14.2 km
Banff - Bridge of Alvah Circular 19 km
TROUP HEAD (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 28/11/2005) 32.7 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 Sillyearn Mains Aire have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Sillyearn Mains Aire dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Sillyearn Mains Aire? If you’ve a taste for fine Scottish whisky, you’re in the right place. Sillyearn Mains Aire is on the Whisky Trail close to famed distilleries including Knockdhu (five minutes’ drive), Strathisla (15 … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Sillyearn Mains Aire?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: noon – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Sillyearn Mains Aire? From $34.68 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.