Gorsebank
View prices & book![Set amongst woodland, meadow and pasture and bordering Dalbeattie forest - full of cycle trails (added by manager 27 Mar 2024)](/_cfi/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,fit=cover,quality=80,w=360,h=270/images/2/image/private/s--aM1VGuXh--/c_limit,h_2400,w_3200/e_improve,fl_progressive/q_auto/b_rgb:000,g_south_west,l_pitchup.com_wordmark_white_watermark,o_15/v1711556014/gorsebank-camping-village/1371382.jpg)
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- Glamping cabins among the scenic Galloway Hills in south-west Scotland
- In 80 acres of meadows, woodland and pasture; two miles from beaches
- On-site fishing, bike hire and segways; explore miles of forest trails
Campground type
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
- This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Campsite types & availability
Offer
Cree camping pod (hot tub)
5 people maximum
Dimensions: 3.0m width x 6.0m length (9.8ft width x 19.7ft length) Calculated area: 18.0m² (193.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £39.20 1 night, 2 adults
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Dee camping pod
5 people maximum
Dimensions: 3.0m width x 6.0m length (9.8ft width x 19.7ft length) Calculated area: 18.0m² (193.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £39.20 1 night, 2 adults
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Nith camping pod (hot tub)
5 people maximum
Dimensions: 3.0m width x 6.0m length (9.8ft width x 19.7ft length) Calculated area: 18.0m² (193.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £39.20 1 night, 2 adults
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Urr camping pod
5 people maximum
Dimensions: 3.0m width x 6.0m length (9.8ft width x 19.7ft length) Calculated area: 18.0m² (193.8ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £39.20 1 night, 2 adults
View prices & bookJuniper camping pod (no pets)
2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 2.4m width x 4.8m length (7.9ft width x 15.7ft length) Calculated area: 11.5m² (124.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £50 1 night, 2 adults
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Larch camping pod (hot tub, no pets)
2 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Dimensions: 2.4m width x 4.8m length (7.9ft width x 15.7ft length) Calculated area: 11.5m² (124.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £96 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
would recommend this campground to a friend
would stay here again
Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Best glampsite I have ever stayed at. Can’t wait to return.
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Urr camping pod
Liked: Fantastic facilities, wigwam was well equipped and positioned. Really friendly and helpful owners.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike.
Recommend to friends Visit again
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
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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly 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
Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Gorsebank
A710 Coast Road
Dalbeattie
Dumfries and Galloway
Scotland
DG5 4QT
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.90467°N
-3.81616°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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 |
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Rockcliffe | 2.9 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Sandyhills | 4.1 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Poor | Poor |
Southerness | 8.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Dhoon Bay | 12.5 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Brighouse Bay | 14.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 9.2 mi
Robert Burns Centre 13.7 mi
National Trust
Wordsworth House and Garden 24.4 mi
Buttermere and Ennerdale 28.6 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Dalbeattie - Colvend - Rockcliffe - Kippford - Dalbeattie 1.9 mi
The Doach Wood Circuit 2.6 mi
Rockcliffe to Port o' Warren 2.9 mi
Rockcliffe - Loch Barean - Portling - Rockcliffe 3 mi
Screel Hill 3.1 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.
Offers
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Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
Want to know more about camping in Dumfries and Galloway?
- Does Gorsebank have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Gorsebank dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Gorsebank? Although the award-winning 7stanes are a favoured spot of experienced mountain bikers, much of them are suitable for all levels of cyclist, from families and beginners to the truly hardy types. Hire … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Gorsebank?
On-park accommodation Arrive: 2:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Gorsebank? From $49.76 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.