Greenhillock Camping and Glamping

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SIte grass pitches
Site grass pitches
Standard pitches on the south side of the south paddock
Long view of the south paddock standard pitches
Spacious large pitches can take a 7m x 5m tent – great for awnings, gazebos and pup tents too
Group pitches accommodate three tents and are perfect for sociable camping get-togethers
Group pitches are suitable for up to three tents
Spacious pitches on the north side of the south paddock
Plenty of space
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Standard pitches on the south side of the south paddock
Long view of the south paddock standard pitches
Spacious large pitches can take a 7m x 5m tent – great for awnings, gazebos and pup tents too

  • Back to basics off-grid site under 15 minutes' drive from Forfar
  • A 15-minute drive from the Angus coast and 25 minutes from Dundee
  • Indoor kitchen, plus wildlife pond, nature trails and kids' art shack
Beaches, mountains, ancient buildings and cool urban wanderings… all are within easy reach of Greenhillock Camping and Glamping, a spacious family-oriented site in the Angus countryside just under 15 minutes’ drive from Forfar town centre. Getting around from this handy location is pretty straightforward, as it’s just a few minutes’ drive from both the A90 and the A92. And yet the vibe on site is very much one of rural peace: this is an off-grid place that’s been set up to make the most of its natural surroundings, with eco-friendly additions like eco composting toilets and solar or gas-powered showers to help preserve the environment. This is, in fact, something of a haven for free-range families: there’s plenty of den-building material around for kids’ constructions, and a wildlife pond has lots of wooden platforms for dipping in the water (plus some basic science equipment to help you identify what you’ve found). There are plenty of ways to explore the site’s natural attributes too: for starters, you’ll have five acres of wildflower meadow at your disposal, along with nature trails mown into the long grass and stretching off into the surrounding copse like something of a natural maze (a very handy way to amuse the kids for a while…) Panic not if the weather takes a turn: creative kids should find plenty to play with in the art shack, and there’s a field kitchen with cooking facilities, eating space and a woodburning stove to ensure meals can be had in the dry. Other facilities include a covered washing-up area and three communal barbecues.

Site type

Tent pitches 29
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Rent a tent 2
Open now
Opens 4 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 04 Apr to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

8.8

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PeacefulWildlife haven

93% would recommend this site to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

Peaceful wildflower/woodland spot, friendly hosts, popular pizza nights. Car-free means safe, spacious pitches. Eco-loos & solar showers good. Minor issues with toilet cleanliness & shower hot water reported.

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Loved the serenity of the campsite…

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Ian L.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Loved the serenity of the campsite and that you are allowed a campfire at your tent. Sitting round a fire adds so much to the experience

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Fun, friendly site!

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Ruth H.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Loved this site. Very close to main roads makes it easy to get to but still so peaceful. Lots of wild life around and great to see so many kids running around having fun. Great hosts too, I recommend Saturday night pizzas!

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My girlfriend and I spent two…

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Simon M.

Non-electric grass tent pitch (adults only)

Liked My girlfriend and I spent two great nights at Greenhillock. What a gem of a place. Such a friendly and completely relaxed atmosphere. The location is tranquil. Our tent was pitched in a beautiful wild flower meadow. Amazing woodland surrounds the site. The design is very clever, clearly the product of years of thoughtful decision making. It all comes together to create the best campsite that we have ever stayed at. And we have stayed at many.

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Anonymous

Hobbit House cabin

Liked All you need for a weekend escape. Kids loved it.
Saturday night pizza night was fantastic!

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Beautiful eco friendly site. Everything was…

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Eleanor B.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Beautiful eco friendly site. Everything was thought through from the kids art shack and communal cooking areas to the tooth brushing stations and well maintained eco loos and showers.

We loved letting our two feral under 3s loose in nature.

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Beautiful meadow location. Peaceful. Friendly, helpful…

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Ian S.

Non-electric grass tent pitch (adults only)

Liked Beautiful meadow location. Peaceful. Friendly, helpful staff and decent showers.

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Nice and peaceful where i could…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)

Liked Nice and peaceful where i could just chill, friendly staff and nothing was to much trouble for them

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Great place for dogs and good prices.

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Joanna W.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Nice calm place with frendly staff

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Excellent site for a family trip, very welcoming.

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Clare M.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great campsite - loved the pizza nights, the friendly welcome by Kate and Stig, the location - wildflower meadows, forest, quiet camping spots - the kids could run free.
The communal kitchen with indoor area is great for adverse weather and the toilets, tooth brushing area and showers are ideal.
Great location for exploring local beaches and close enough to Dundee for a day out in the city.

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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review review Clare. A ten * review really makes our day. We had a great time hosting and making pizza with you! Come again soon! K&S

Beautiful setting within wild flower meadows.…

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Claire M.

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Beautiful setting within wild flower meadows. We saw swifts swooping and diving over the meadows, feeding on insects. The site is surrounded by agriculture and there’s a wood to explore too. Kids loved the art shack and the pizza making.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you so much Claire. We loved having you here. Haste ye back! K&S

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce 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 Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Location

Greenhillock Camping and Glamping

Lower Greenhillock

Kirkbuddo

Forfar

Angus

Scotland

DD8 2NL

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

56.58811°N
2.81908°W

Nearest transport

Coach
14.7 km Bus Station
16.6 km Bus Station
25.5 km Co-op
Rail
11.5 km Barry Links Rail Station
11.8 km Golf Street Rail Station
12 km Carnoustie Rail Station
Airport
19.2 km Dundee City Airport

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

Which way first – coast or mountains? If you select the former it’s a drive of about 15 minutes to the famed seafront golf course at Carnoustie, 20 minutes to feast on seafood in Arbroath or half an hour to the spectacular sands of Lunan Bay (which the owners say is among their favourite places on earth…) Heading inland instead, mountain climbers can get to the Cairngorms National Park with a drive of 40 minutes or so. For less challenging activities, try walks in the forests, hills and streams of the Angus Glens (20 minutes’ drive) or watersports and bike trails in the nearby country parks. Make time too for a trip to Dundee (25 minutes), a city that’s got UNESCO City of Design status and attractions like the RRS Discovery, the ship that made the first successful journey to the Antarctic. On top of that, get to grips with Scottish history at Glamis Castle (20 minutes), said to be one of the finest in the land, and meet some of the more sizeable native beasts at Camperdown Wildlife Centre (25 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Carnoustie 12.2 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Monifieth 12.3 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Arbroath (West Links) 13.7 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Broughty Ferry 13.9 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Lunan Bay 21 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Carnoustie 11.8 km

Glamis Castle 11.9 km

St Andrews Links 27 km

British Golf Museum 27.2 km

Scone Palace 42.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

East Haven Beach 12.3 km

The Sidlaw Hills 14.5 km

Whiting Ness - Arbroath Sea Cliffs - Whiting Ness 16.3 km

LOCH OF KINNORDY (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 09/02/2006) 17 km

Dundee Waterfront - McGonagall's Walk 17.2 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Greenhillock Camping and Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Greenhillock Camping and Glamping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Greenhillock Camping and Glamping? Which way first – coast or mountains? If you select the former it’s a drive of about 15 minutes to the famed seafront golf course at Carnoustie, 20 minutes to feast on … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Greenhillock Camping and Glamping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    On Saturdays and Sundays, check-in times are from 2pm to 6pm.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Greenhillock Camping and Glamping? From R590 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.