Pinkerton Hill

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Pitches
Pitches
Looking down to dunbar
Saddle back piggies 'pinkie'
Around the site
Pitches among the trees
Pitches
View towards fastcastle
The site
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Looking down to dunbar
Saddle back piggies 'pinkie'
Around the site

  • Peaceful site on a smallholding 10 minutes' drive from Dunbar
  • Close to lots of adventure activities; 25 mins' drive to North Berwick
  • Wild-style site with use of kitchen, barbecue and bathrooms
‘Off the beaten track’ is a phrase that’s somewhat overused – but here’s a place that really deserves that description. To get to the fabulously peaceful pitches at Pinkerton Hill you’ll need to make your way along a mile-long rough track (a four-wheel drive is recommended, and lifts are available if you need them). The rewards of navigating the track are plentiful – for starters, the pitches here are in a wonderful spot among woodlands with views out over the North Sea. They’ve got that quiet vibe of wild camping, but with the added bonus of a good collection of facilities: guests have use of a kitchen and a barbecue as well as a toilet, a shower and a wonderful outdoor bath where you can heat your water on the fire. The site is part of a Scottish smallholding where you’ll be able to say hello to the resident pigs, ponies and poultry along with a friendly Scottie dog. Being well away from urban life, it’s a particularly good spot for stargazing on clear nights. All of this gives Pinkerton Hill a real sense of remoteness – but in fact you won’t be far from civilisation when you want it. The site is only 10 minutes’ drive from Dunbar, which is well served with supermarkets, shops and places to eat. For days out, you can take your pick from adventure activities like coasteering and surfing or keep it more low key with nature walks, beach days, boat trips and castle visits. Edinburgh is about 40 minutes’ drive away for when you fancy some big-city time.

Site type

Tent pitches 4
Open all year
Opens
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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • 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).
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
  • Access to the site is via a rough farm track about one mile long; lifts are available if required.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

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Beautiful views and a lovely setting.…

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Non-electric forest floor tent pitch

Liked Beautiful views and a lovely setting. Excellent hospitality throughout our stay.

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Isabel L. 1 review

Non-electric forest floor tent pitch

Liked We had a super stay at Pinkerton. Location was accurate and we had a warm welcome and introduction on arrival. The track is a little bumpy but some clearance on the car and a steady approach and you should be fine. You're fairly free to pick a suitable spot and there were different spots in the trees, by the pond to suit different tent sizes. A few friendly animals on site and some of the most gorgeous views of both the sea and nearby hills. Torch is a must as there is only moonlight during the night! We had a very peaceful night with only bird noise audible.
Bacon baps for the road were very tasty and we'd definitely explore the other food options when we go back!

Disliked We loved it all!!

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Features

Pop-up campground

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 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

Themes

Remote location

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Pop-up campground Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Pinkerton Hill

Innerwick

Dunbar

Lothian

Scotland

EH42 1RX

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

55,96491°N
2,49144°W

Route directions

Access to the site is via a rough farm track about one mile long. Lifts are available if required.

Nearest transport

Coach
35,3 km Heriot Rd End
36,3 km Road End
36,4 km Road End
Rail
4 km Dunbar Rail Station
18,1 km North Berwick Rail Station
18,9 km Drem Rail Station
Ferry
44,1 km Leith Newhaven Harbour Ferry Landing

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

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Belhaven Bay beach and surf school: 10 minutes' drive - Ocean Vertical (coasteering): 10 minutes - Foxlake Adventures: 10 minutes - Dunbar Leisure Pool: 10 minutes - Wild Cairns (outdoor adventure activities): 15 minutes - National Museum of Flight: 20 minutes - Tantallon Castle: 20 minutes - North Berwick beach: 25 minutes - Scottish Seabird Centre: 25 minutes - Edinburgh: 40 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Whitesands 3,2 km Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Dunbar (East) 4,4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Thorntonloch 6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Dunbar (Belhaven) 6,1 km Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Pease Bay 10,6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Berwick-upon-Tweed Barracks & Main Guard 37,4 km

Berwick-upon-Tweed Museum and Art Gallery 37,5 km

Berwick-upon-Tweed Castle & Ramparts 37,7 km

Palace of Holyroodhouse 42,4 km

Our Dynamic Earth 42,7 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Deuchrie – Beltondod (Dunbar Common) 7,9 km

Abbey St Bathans - Edin's Hall Broch - Abbey St Bathans 14,1 km

FIDRA (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 23/08/1988) 21,7 km

Stobshiel – Lammer Law – Longyester 22,8 km

Aberlady Bay – Gullane Bents – Yellowcraig 22,9 km

Local events

  • Edinburgh Festival Fringe (Friday, 7 August 2026 – Friday, 7 August 2026)

    Edinburgh, Scotland 43,9 km

  • Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (Friday, 7 August 2026 – Friday, 7 August 2026)

    East Calder, Scotland 44,1 km

  • Alfred Dunhill Links Championship (Thursday, 1 October 2026 – Thursday, 1 October 2026)

    St Andrews, Scotland 46,2 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 Pinkerton Hill have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Pinkerton Hill dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Pinkerton Hill? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Belhaven Bay beach and surf school: 10 minutes' drive - Ocean Vertical (coasteering): 10 minutes - Foxlake Adventures: 10 minutes - Dunbar Leisure Pool: 10 minutes … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Pinkerton Hill?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  Anytime –  Anytime
    Depart by:  12:30 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Pinkerton Hill? From R546,79 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.