Campsites near Peterhead

Mainland Scotland’s most easterly point, Peterhead is known for its fishing heritage — and Dracula.

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The Loft Glamping & Camping

12 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Kinloss, Scotland
The Loft Glamping & Camping is situated at East Grange Farm, Kinloss, Moray. It 's a working farm that has evolved over the years to include Wigwam Glamping and Camping for campervans, motorhomes and tents. A number of the old farm buildings are also perfectly appointed as venue spaces for Weddings, Events and Workshops. The "wilderness" campsite offers pitches suitable for tents and small campervans whilst the Stackyard area is suitable for motorhomes and mega tents. All motorhome pitches have electrical hook-up and we have a good number of electric tent pitches. Unfortunately we do not take bookings for caravans. Onsite, we also have Original Wigwam cabins which are wooden camping cabins (Pods) that offer all year round protection against the elements. With heating, electricity, fridge, kettle and toasters. For those wanting a bit more luxury there are also ensuite Wigwam Cabins onsite with wood fired hot tubs. We welcome families, groups, well behaved dogs and do allow campfires outside the wigwams and at pitches and can provide fire hubs on the campsite (this must be pre-arranged). The Loft Glamping & Camping looks forward to welcoming you throughout the year!
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Hillside Meadows

4 units · Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Fraserburgh, Scotland
If you wish to visit the north-east of Scotland with sandy and rocky beaches, magnificent cliffs, old lighthouses and famous whisky distilleries, Hillside Meadows is the place to stay. You can enjoy near wild camping experience provided by hosts Michal and Gosia, who are developing on site fully off-grid permaculture family farm. Don't be surprised to be welcomed to your temporary home by a wired-haired dachshund Dubby or woken up in the morning by Pablo the Cockrell. There are usually fresh quail and hen eggs available. The site is handily located just off the A981 Strichen-Memsie road. It makes the site easily accessible for camper vans and caravans owners. There might be some noise from passing traffic, but it’s hardly a distraction from your surroundings, rolling hills, open fields and woodlands. It goes without saying that our 5-acres site is ideal for self-sufficient campers. There are just a handful of pitches, well distanced from each other, tucked among the high grass meadows, which gives campers plenty of space and sense of privacy. Park up or pitch your tent. Then you can just relax and concentrate on the important stuff – like getting that campfire going! The basic facilities, including composting toilet and tap water (cold), are available on site if needed. Just 3 miles away from our site lies Fraserburgh, a little coastal town with a sandy beach, Museum of Scottish Lighthouses, as well as a range of convenience stores, shops, cafés, restaurants and bars. Within 5 miles from our site, you'll also find Waters of Philorth Nature Reserve, New Aberdour beach, Rattray old lighthouse, Strichen stone circle, Aden Country Park and more.
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Campsites near Peterhead guide

Overview

One of Europe’s busiest fishing ports, and home to a bustling fish market, Peterhead is synonymous with seafood. But that’s not all there is to this Aberdeenshire town. The Maritime Heritage Centre tells stories of the local sailors, whalers and fisher folk, while the notorious HM Convict Prison is open to the public as Peterhead Prison Museum. Nearby, perched on the edge of a cliff, you’ll find the dramatic ruins of Slains Castle, said to have inspired Bram Stoker to write Dracula. North along the coast, the Loch of Strathbeg is a winter home for thousands of seabirds.

Peterhead Bay

Peterhead Bay is where you’ll find many of the town’s attractions, including the prison Museum. The bay provides shelter to Peterhead Lido Beach, which is a popular spot for water sports. Set along the beach, Marina Bay Holiday Park has pitches for tourers, motorhomes and campervans, as well as a range of glamping pods.

Cruden Bay

A 15-minute drive south of Peterhead, a pink sand beach and towering sand dunes make Cruden Bay a popular excursion. The water is ideal for swimming and paddling, as well as fishing and water sports. A mile away from the beach, Craighead Caravan Park has spacious grass pitches for tents and tourers.

Mintlaw

Heading inland, under a 20-minute drive from Peterhead, the village of Mintlaw is home to the sprawling Aden Country Park, which has landscaped gardens and is home to the Aberdeenshire Farming Museum. Within the park, Aden Caravan and Camping has pitches for tents and tourers, as well as a handful of glamping pods.

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When to go

For your best chance for sunshine, and for enjoying long daylight hours, the best time to visit Peterhead is from June to September. Winters are cold and dark but also the best time for visiting Loch of Strathbeg RSPB reserve, where up to a fifth of the world's pink-footed geese spend their winters—and there’s also a chance of catching a glimpse of the northern lights in the winter months.

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The best time to visit Peterhead is from June to September for the best chance for sunshine and long daylight hours. Winters are cold and dark but also the best time for visiting Loch of Strathbeg RSPB reserve, where up to a fifth of the world's pink-footed geese spend their winters—and there’s also a chance of catching a glimpse of the northern lights in the winter months. You can also explore different options for camping near Peterhead on Hipcamp.

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