Castle Cary Holiday Park
View prices & book











/-4.3808,54.8907,12,0,0/376x277@2x)
- Spectacularly scenic lakeside park, set around a 16th-century castle
- A 10-minute drive from Newton Stewart and the Galloway Forest Park
- Pools, inn, crazy golf, games room, playground and donkey corner
Campground type
Tourist board rating
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- 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 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- All: access to the swimming pool is not included in the rate and is charged £2.50 ($3.34) per adult and £2.00 ($2.67) per child per session.
- The outdoor swimming pool is open between 05/30 and 08/31 (subject to weather conditions).
- Entertainment and activities are available between 03/23 and 09/30.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Reception is unmanned after 4 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.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- The café is open daily from 1 April to 30 September, and from Friday to Sunday from 1 October to 31 March. The Laird's Inn opening times will vary depending on the season. You are advised to book tables in advance for the restaurant.
Languages spoken
English

Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
View prices & bookPowered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom £27.50 (£27.50)
View prices & bookFHU cement/asphalt and grass campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £32.50 (£32.50)
View prices & book
FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £32.50 (£32.50)
View prices & bookFHU cement/asphalt RV campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Cement/asphalt
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £32.50 (£32.50)
View prices & bookPowered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
8 people maximum
Ground type: Cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 9m depth (45m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32.50 (£32.50)
View prices & book
Reviews
89% would recommend this campground to a friend
87% would stay here again
What customers say
Castle Cary Holiday Park is praised for its friendly staff, abundant wildlife, and excellent facilities, especially the pools and on-site Lairds Inn. Families highlight the park's kids' entertainment, spacious pitches, and beautiful location. While many find the site immaculately clean and well-maintained, some mention dated shower blocks and occasional noise or dog fouling issues. Manager replies indicate ongoing improvements and attention to guest feedback.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews




















Amazing stay especially for kids!…
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Amazing stay especially for kids!
Recommend to friends Visit again
Good clean site. liked the en…
FHU cement/asphalt and grass campsite
Liked Good clean site.
liked the en suite facilities , nice and warm in shower block.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Level pitches and a very good site
FHU cement/asphalt RV campsite
Liked Very nice site,good amenities and staff were welcoming,donkeys,geese,ducks and hundreds of rabbits were great to see.pool area and touring facilities are a wee bit tired and in need of freshening up in areas but I would recommend this site.will return.The Lairds inn onsite is great for meals and staff are a credit,very attentive and welcoming.
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely site
FHU cement/asphalt and grass campsite
Liked Good space, plenty of room on the pitch.
Good clean facilities.
Lots of wildlife.
Reasonably priced cafe and bar.
Disliked Some areas had a lot of dog dirt which had not been cleaned up.
Could do with more waste bins.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent in every way
FHU cement/asphalt RV campsite
Liked Castle Cary was a last minute decision and what a wonderful surprise, ❤️ the staff were very friendly, helpful and efficient. The pitches were beautifully kept the ensuite toilet and showers were clean and warm with plenty of lovely hot water to shower with. Everything was signposted and easy to find and use including a clean spacious laundry room . All this with beautiful views a dramatic castle a bar and restaurant serving excellent food our one night stop turned into 5 nights and we're already planning to return for our next Scottish fix. An experience well worth having would recommend Castle Cary to everyone. Thank you
Recommend to friends Visit again
Nothing special, staff friendly and helpful,…
FHU cement/asphalt and grass campsite
Liked Nothing special, staff friendly and helpful, especially Gillian, whose help we are eternally grateful.
Nice site unfortunately did not get a chance to enjoy it.
Disliked There should be more prominent signs with regards to dogs being kept on leads, and tackled by the site staff if they are running around. As we witnessed a large husky off lead making its way towards our small dog. This resulted in my husband being assaulted by the owner when mentioned. Thanks Scotland you were very welcoming.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Perfect location
FHU cement/asphalt RV campsite
Liked Absolute brilliant site so piece full fantastic facilities on site showers immaculate great food and entertainment in the pub on site make sure you book 💯 return loved it.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Good amenities, pleasant staff, nice surroundings.
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Good amenities, pleasant staff, nice surroundings. The Lairds Inn was a lovely restaurant.
Disliked Shower quickly overflowed, and had no functionality to adjust temperature.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great location, with lots to do.…
Primitive grass campsite
Liked Great location, with lots to do. Staff were super friendly and the food in the cafe was great to
Recommend to friends Visit again
Fabulous site with clean facilities level pitches and friendly staff.
FHU cement/asphalt RV campsite
Liked Scenery, donkeys.
Good cafe and takeaway food.
The laird's Inn friendly, welcoming staff and fabulous food.
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 cafe On-site restaurant On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available 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 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 Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery 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
Large (51-200 sites) Pub campgroundNearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Caravan storage facilities Gray water hook-up for caravans Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Castle Cary Holiday Park
Newton Stewart
Dumfries and Galloway
Scotland
DG8 7DQ
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.8907°N
4.3808°W
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mossyard | 6.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Carrick | 7.7 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Brighouse Bay | 12.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Dhoon Bay | 12.8 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Rockcliffe | 23.3 mi | Estuary | N/A | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Creetown - Fell Quarries - Kirkmabreck - Creetown 0.5 mi
Creetown - Balloch Wood - Cardoon Ponds 0.7 mi
Carsluith - Kirkmabreck - Carsluith 2 mi
Around Wigtown 2.9 mi
Cairnsmore of Fleet via the 'Tourist Route' 3.5 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.
Want to know more about camping in Dumfries and Galloway?
Frequently asked questions
- Does Castle Cary Holiday Park have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Castle Cary Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Castle Cary Holiday Park? Dumfries and Galloway is stuffed with activities and attractions for all ages and tastes. To access a good number of these at once, drive 20 minutes to the activity and adventure centre … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Castle Cary Holiday Park?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Castle Cary Holiday Park? From $33.66 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.