Bonchester Bridge Riverside Park

9.3 114 reviews
Riverside pitch
Riverside pitch
Fun on the river
Space for an awning
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  • Peaceful site on the banks of the River Rule in Bonchester Bridge
  • A 15-minute drive to Hawick or Jedburgh; Kielder Forest half an hour
  • Kitchen area on site; village pub next door
A riverside spot in the stunning Scottish borders is an enticing proposition in itself… but what if you could have that and be next door to a friendly village pub too? It’s all here for happy guests at Bonchester Bridge Riverside Park, in a lovely location on the banks of the River Rule and right next door to the lovely village inn (a place of warm welcomes, good food and excellent drinks). It’s not just handy proximity to the pub that draws guests to this park – it’s also the fact that it’s in an area that’s popular for all sorts of outdoor pursuits including hiking, cycling, fishing, watersports and stargazing. There’s a football pitch and playground in the village for kids who require a little more activity close to home. And of course having the river just by the park is handy for those who’d like to launch kayaks and paddleboards, cool their feet after a long walk or even take a refreshing wild swim… All of this is backed up by a strong clutch of facilities on site, including a centrally heated toilet and shower block (with a ladies’ dressing area too) and a kitchen with washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave. Barbecues and campfires are both permitted if you’d like to try your hand at alfresco cookery (or just fancy keeping warm while staring into the embers). Just remember that quiet time is between 11pm and 8am. Bonchester Bridge village is a tiny place but it’s at its liveliest during the annual international sheep-shearing contest (held every August, if you fancy joining the fun). It’s also well situated for outings to Hawick and Jedburgh (both 15 minutes’ drive) or trips across the border to Kielder Forest.

Site type

Tent sites 12
Caravan sites 12
Motorhome sites 8
Opens

Languages spoken

German

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

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

Medium (26-50 sites) Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Bonchester Bridge Riverside Park

Bonchester Bridge

Hawick

Scottish Borders

Scotland

TD9 8JN

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

55.40111°N
2.65561°W

Nearest transport

Coach
8.1 km Mill Rd End
8.5 km Jedforest Hotel
8.6 km Horse
Rail
23.7 km Tweedbank Rail Station
26 km Galashiels Rail Station
35 km Stow Rail Station
Ferry
25.3 km Leaplish Ferry Landing
25.6 km Belvedere Ferry Landing
27.5 km Tower Knowe Ferry Landing

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

Walking boots at the ready – guests here can take a woodland walk directly from the site or follow one of several trails from just outside the village. Or, if you’re feeling particularly energetic, how about the Borders Abbeys Way? This 68-mile route links the great ruins of Kelso, Jedburgh, Melrose and Dryburgh, and short sections of it are just as rewarding if you can’t manage the whole thing (or you could drive – they’re all within a half-hour journey). If the water’s more of your scene, head instead to St Mary’s Loch (45 minutes’ drive), where the active sailing club runs activities including windsurfing, kayaking and yacht training. Lindean Loch (half an hour) is a good place for a wild swim. Heading over the border into England you’ll quickly get to Northumberland National Park and Kielder Forest Park (half an hour). Both are excellent places for walking and other outdoor pursuits, and the two together form Europe’s second-largest dark sky area – head here for great stargazing and observatory events.

Must see

Birdoswald Roman Fort 45.9 km

Housesteads Roman Fort 47.9 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Denholm and Bedrule 6.6 km

Jedburgh Abbey - Kelso Abbey 10.4 km

St Cuthbert's Way - Part 3 13.5 km

Maxton, Mertoun and The River Tweed 18.4 km

St Boswells, The River Tweed and Dryburgh Abbey 18.8 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.

Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 114 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

92% would recommend this site to a friend

87% would stay here again
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Friendly staff, clean modern shower and toilet block, generous pitches on a…

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Anonymous

Top powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Friendly staff, clean modern shower and toilet block, generous pitches on a small quiet site

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From the manager: Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a fabulous review.

Absolutely a fantastic place top class toilets and showers. The pitches were…

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Anonymous

30 powered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site

Liked Absolutely a fantastic place top class toilets and showers. The pitches were perfect and a bonus a a lovely pub next door with good beer and food. The wardens of the site were very welcoming and couldn't do enough to help. I would recommend this site to everyone.

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From the manager: Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a fabulous review.

Excellent site perfect for stop off on way to Central Scotland

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Joe H.

P unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site

Liked Modern, up to date facilities. Nice location in lovely countryside. Helpful site wardens.

Disliked Nothing really.

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From the manager: Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a fabulous review.

Small campsite, very clean toilets and showers, small village location next to…

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Anonymous

P unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site

Liked Small campsite, very clean toilets and showers, small village location next to a nice local pub, washing machines, playing field, riverside walk, local walks short drive away.

Disliked River too close for relaxing stay with small kids, not a problem for those with no kids.

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From the manager: Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a fabulous review.

Highly recommend

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David M.

Top powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Exceptional toilets and great quiet location, nice friendly and helpfil staff.

Disliked Nothing

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From the manager: Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a fabulous review.

Well maintained with friendly wardens…

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Anonymous

Top powered grass and gravel caravan site

Liked Well maintained with friendly wardens

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: We really appreciate your comments. Thank you.

Clean, well organised friendly…

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Anonymous

20 powered grass and gravel caravan site (riverside)

Liked Clean, well organised friendly

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: We really appreciate your comments. Thank you.

Excellent site with brilliant facilities .

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Beth R.

20 powered grass and gravel caravan site (riverside)

Liked Great pitches, lovely location and fantastic clean facilities. Dog walk field and little walk along the river. Everything we needed

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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From the manager: We really appreciate your comments. Thank you.

Lovely peaceful site with some beautiful scenery and walks. Excellent showers, toilets…

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Anonymous

21 powered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site (riverside)

Liked Lovely peaceful site with some beautiful scenery and walks. Excellent showers, toilets and kitchen facilities probably the best in a long time. Good base for exploring, lots of wildlife.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Awesome review. Much appreciated. Team Bonnie. Xxx

Good Location , near the boarder to England , clean facilities

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Anonymous

30 powered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site

Liked Really good small and cosy camping site , very quiet and the facilities were really good . Staff very attentive as well .

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Awesome review. Much appreciated. Team Bonnie. Xxx

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Bonchester Bridge Riverside Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Bonchester Bridge Riverside Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Bonchester Bridge Riverside Park? Walking boots at the ready – guests here can take a woodland walk directly from the site or follow one of several trails from just outside the village. Or, if you’re feeling … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Bonchester Bridge Riverside Park?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon

    Please let the site know an hour before arrival.

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