Hoddom Castle Caravan Park

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Beautiful castle site
Family-friendly site
Aerial view from the rear of the site towards the river
Grass pitches

  • Spacious family-friendly site 15 minutes' drive from Lockerbie
  • In the grounds of a 16th-century castle next to the River Annan
  • Golf course, salmon fishing, guided walks and play park
A castle? But of course – surely you deserve nothing less? Hoddom Castle Caravan Park, in the Dumfries & Galloway countryside a 15-minute drive from the town of Lockerbie, is a fine pick for families and those with an eye for the finer things in life. This is a site that’s been running since 1973, but the history of the place goes back much further than that – the castle in question is a 16th-century border keep that’s the focal point of the 10,000 acres of the Hoddom and Kinmount estates. Other historic buildings including the hilltop Repentance Tower and the ancient St Kentigerns churchyard are scattered around the estate, and the River Annan river flows along its edge. Guests are welcome to roam along walking trails or join the tours run by the estate ranger on selected summer Sunday afternoons. Other suitably regal activities are to hand too: the estate has its own nine-hole golf course and some top spots for salmon fishing in the river. Even the most princely of visitors need to let their hair down occasionally, so there’s also a play park on site.

Campground type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 11
Camper sites 89
RV sites 89
Tent sites 89
Open now
Opens March 13

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • 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).
  • The grocery shop is open between 03/01 and 10/31.
  • The restaurant is open between 04/01 and 10/31.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • 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).
  • Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • A cable measuring at least 25 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Units longer than 8 metres are not allowed.
  • Electricity is metered on site at £0.35 per kWh and must be paid onsite using a pre-paid topup card.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Mar 13 to

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Reviews

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Child friendliness
9
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92% would recommend this campground to a friend

90% would stay here again

What customers say

Set on stunning castle grounds, this large, well-kept site has spacious spots, great walks, and is dog-friendly. Guests loved the clean facilities, helpful staff, and on-site restaurant. Mostly peaceful, though some noted older restrooms and showers were a walk away. Pay-as-you-go electricity. Many plan to return.

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First time here. We loved every second.

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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Loved the site, very clean, well maintained and great for the kids.

Disliked Nothing

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Would return

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Power optional cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked The setting and grounds

Disliked The card system for electricity

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely historic location and walks.

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Liked Lovely surroundings and walks. Excellent facilities. Peaceful site.

Disliked The restaurant wasn't open...we were only there one night.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site , beautiful surroundings. Staff always happy

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Liked Good size pitch , well maintained

Recommend to friends Visit again

Just a spectacular site, the castle…

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Liked Just a spectacular site, the castle is the main backdrop but the pitches are well laid out, the staff are so friendly and helpful, checking in and arriving late was so easy. The shower and toilet facilities are amongst the best you will find anywhere, very clean, practically brand new, spacious layout, amazing ventilation and heating so warm but not humid despite all the showers running, just amazing, will definitely be going back. It's also close to the A74M so it's a fantastic stop over on your way further north!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly welcome. Easy check in. Good stopover would book again.

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Power optional cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Its a big site obvs in old grounds with parts of the castle being used. Seems to be a lot of long stayers. Prob good for families, games room etc. As a couple we were happy to stay just one night. Our pitch was small and very close to others. No privacy.
There were kids playing football behind us with someone playing golf. No wardens to patrol.
Showers were miles away so we didn't use them. Pot wash was basic and functional.

Disliked Really depends what you want from a site. Basic facilities with things for kids to do or good pitches with high standard convenient facilities. As a couple we prefer the latter but it was great as a stop over en route to or from Scotland.

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Quiet, friendly well kept…

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Bob S. 2 reviews

Power optional cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Quiet, friendly well kept

Recommend to friends Visit again

Absolutely beautiful site

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Power optional cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked We love the forest setting, spacious facilities and clean and well kept site. Staff are very helpful and friendly. The castle ruins, grouse and wildlife make this magical. Handy for Annan. Great bar and relaxed dog friendly food area.

Disliked We loved the whole experience. Some golfers turned up and were a bit loud and swearing but that’s no reflection on the site management.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Just off M6 and a great place for a stopover

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Tim L. 7 reviews

Power optional cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked The men’s shower facilities have just been done out and they are superb

Disliked None

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site in spectacular grounds

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Power optional cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Great location, friendly staff, clean facilities and lovely walks

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

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

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Hoddom Castle Caravan Park

Hoddom

Lockerbie

Dumfries and Galloway

Scotland

DG11 1AS

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

55.04457°N
3.32315°W

Nearest transport

Bus
4.6 mi Market Square
4.6 mi War Memorial
4.6 mi War Memorial
Rail
4.8 mi Annan Rail Station
5.6 mi Lockerbie Rail Station
10.7 mi Gretna Green Rail Station

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

If you need a little tipple to sip while you survey your smart surrounds, take a jaunt to one of the local gin distilleries – the Distillery at Dalton is 10 minutes away by car and Annandale Distillery 15 minutes. (Best be saving their [excellent] wares for later if you’re intending to try your hand at horse carriage driving, 25 minutes away at the Chariots of Fire centre.) Countryside visit not complete until you’ve seen all the farm animals? Take your pick from outings to Dalscone Farm Fun (20 minutes away), Mabie Farm Park and Walby Farm Park (both half an hour): all are packed with furry friends that should have the small sorts (and most likely the grownups too) squealing with glee. If they’re more into beasts of the prehistoric variety, detour instead to Dino Park (10 minutes) for a roaring good time among the lifesized models. Fancy flexing the credit card? Get on over to Gretna Gateway Outlet Village to browse for bargains from a whole host of high street names.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Southerness 16.1 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Sandyhills 19.6 mi Sea N/AN/APoorPoor
Allonby 19.6 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Rockcliffe 22.6 mi Estuary N/APoorPoorPoor

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 10.7 mi

Robert Burns Centre 11.7 mi

John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 14.7 mi

Carlisle Castle 18.2 mi

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 28.3 mi

National Trust

Wordsworth House and Garden 26.4 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Castle Loch and Lochmaben Castle 7.2 mi

Hadrian's Wall Part 1 - Bowness-on-Solway to Carlisle 7.7 mi

CAMPFIELD MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/11/2006) 8.3 mi

Caerlaverock Castle and Nature Reserve 9.8 mi

KIRKCONNELL MERSE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/08/2001) 10.7 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Hoddom Castle Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hoddom Castle Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hoddom Castle Caravan Park? If you need a little tipple to sip while you survey your smart surrounds, take a jaunt to one of the local gin distilleries – the Distillery at Dalton is 10 minutes … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hoddom Castle Caravan Park?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  1 p.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Hoddom Castle Caravan Park? From $33.70 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.