Watertop Farm
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- Family-friendly camping on a farm 10 minutes’ drive from Ballycastle
- Giant’s Causeway half an hour’s drive; Cushendun Beach 15 minutes
- Play area and mini golf on a dark skies site with grazing livestock
Campground type
10
6
6Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Facilities/activities including Crazy golf, firepits are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Guests staying on grass pitches will be asked to move their tent every 4 or 5 days so as to allow the grass to recover.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, Apr 12 to
Campsite types & availability
9.3/10
Reviews
88% would recommend this campground to a friend
88% would stay here again
What customers say
This farm campsite offers gorgeous scenery & a peaceful vibe, perfect for families. Guests rave about friendly owners, clean facilities & fun activities like mini-golf, waterfall hikes & animal encounters. While most reviews are glowing, a few note minor issues with shower temps, midges & pitch proximity. Great value for exploring the Antrim coast.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
A quiet, scenic site just needing a little tlc.
FHU gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Quiet rural location. Good walks with great views.
Plentiful hot water for showers.
Facilities to suit families.
Disliked The toilet and shower blocks were unheated ( it was an unseasonably wintry weekend ) and not completely clean e.g. dust and hair in and around the sink beside the shower, cobwebs in the toilet block) Just needs a little more attention.
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Need to try much harder.
FHU gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Very isolated location
Disliked Weather was terrible when we arrived very wet and windy. No one in attendance called mobile number and told to take our pick of pitches, so wandered around in the dark to see what was what.
Pitches, not much more than a bit of concrete and gravel off a muddy farm track, fortunately only a few vans present but overwise it would have been very crowded.
Washroom and amenities dreadful, housed in an old animal shed, they didn’t look like they had been cleaned in a long time. Weather was wet and windy and dank cold shower did not seem inviting.
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From the manager: It's difficult to respond to negative reviews when I'm sure miserable weather has skewed your perception of our farm campsite, however for the benefit of others reading:
1. We have an UNMANNED check in area with instructions and contact numbers. This isn't a secret, it's advertised as such on pitchup, so you can get on with your day and arrive whenever you want. We do advise to arrive before dark but it's not a big site to get lost on and everything is signposted. You even read the sign to contact us so the system works...
2. Out of season we have plenty of drop ins, so if you have booked last minute and already paid, it's likely you can also take your pick of pitches. Most people actually like having the choice...
3. The vans are in a row of 7 pitches, hardly crowded! The pitches have grey waste drains, individual drinking water taps and electric sockets. That 'muddy farm track' is a stone gravel track with quite understandable puddles of water (not mud) after hours of torrential rain. Good thing we didn't allocate you a grass pitch in the rain eh.
4. The showers etc are cleaned every day. And then people use them and they get dirty again. So the cycle continues. You are correct however that 2 showers are in a converted farm building (they are quite spacious, and usually clean, unless someone has been in before you and not left it clean...) but the other 2 are in the more modern block literally beside it (but they are a bit tighter on space). All have excellent pressure and HOT water.
Had a great stay , really clean toilets and just really peaceful
Power optional grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Very nice and peaceful , my wee boy loved the monster slide plenty for everyone to do
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Excellent place to camp
Power optional grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The location of the farm was perfect. It was beautiful. The facilities for washing up were brilliant and the toilets/showers very clean. Easily located to town and walks were fantastic. Will definitely be back.
Disliked NOTHING!
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Excellent site with great facilities. The pitches were very level
Power optional grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Loved our stay at Watertop. Lovely friendly welcome. Fantastic facilities with lovely outdoor walks and trails. Was last at Watertop Farm 24 years ago when my sons were small. Had very fond memories and loved being back again. Would highly recommend.
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Great stay at watertop
Power optional grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Great location with so much to do. Facilities were great, loved the campers kitchen! Fridge freezer, microwave and toaster. Perfect for us in tents. Can't wait to come back next year and do the waterfall walk. Felt completely safe as a solo camper on my first trip out.
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Beautiful Hill farm Location.
FHU gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Great location for visiting the giant causeway and set on a beautiful hill farm. We enjoyed the walked on the farm too including the waterfall walk. Good pitches with electric and water .
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Wenn man im Voraus zahlt sieht man keinen Menschen
FHU gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Sehr ruhig und versteckt.
Disliked Duschen und Toiletten sind aus den 70er gefühlt. Leider haben wir niemanden gesehen und wurden auch nicht begrüßt.
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Stayed 2 nights at this beautiful…
FHU gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Stayed 2 nights at this beautiful working farm, hosted by the lovely Patsy and Pauline. We enjoyed having the camp kitchen and fire in the museum each night. A great place, especially for children with the playgrounds and roaming animals to enjoy. The best hot showers! Some great walks and amazing scenery nearby.
Cannot recommend this place more highly.
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Excellent site, all you need..level and…
FHU gravel and cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Excellent site, all you need..level and great facilities and beautiful part of Ireland
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 WatersportsAmenities on park
Baby-changing facilities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Gray water hook-up for caravans Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Watertop Farm
188 Cushendall Road
Ballyvoy
Ballycastle
Co. Antrim
Northern Ireland
BT54 6RN
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
55.17331°N
6.13432°W
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballycastle | 4.2 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Excellent | Good |
| Waterfoot | 8.3 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Carnlough | 14.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
| Portballintrae (Salmon Rock) | 16.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Portrush (Whiterocks) | 19 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Giant's Causeway, Antrim, Northern Ireland 15.6 mi
National Trust
Carrick-a-Rede 9.6 mi
Giant's Causeway 15.5 mi
Portstewart Strand 23.3 mi
Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House 27.1 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
RATHLIN (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 01/03/2006) 9.3 mi
LARNE LOUGH ISLANDS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 01/01/1998) 28.2 mi
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.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Watertop Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Watertop Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Watertop Farm? Hikers should definitely pack their walking boots; there are a myriad routes close by, ranging from the soaring cliffs at Fair Head (10 minutes’ drive to the car park) to Ronan’s Way … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Watertop Farm?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Late departures/early arrivals are welcome to wait in the spacious car park area.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Watertop Farm? From $27.28 (for 1 night, 3 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.