Camping in St. Abb's Head National Nature Reserve
Set on stunning coastal headland, St Abb’s boasts dramatic cliffs, colorful wildflowers and thousands of seabirds.
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- St. Abb's Head National Nature Reserve
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Loch Katrine Eco Camping
22 units · Glamping, Motorhomes1 acre · Stirling and Falkirk, Central Scotland
Loch-side sleeping and exploring in one of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park's most historic locations
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Camping at Cardewlees
37 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents1 acre · Carlisle, England
A welcoming, family-run farm campsite between the Lake District and Hadrian's Wall
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Country Glamping
3 units · Glamping2 acres · Bishop Auckland, Durham
Luxury Glamping Pods on the doorstep of The Durham Dales. Our pods will give you the ultimate Glamping experience.
With natural light flooding into the purpose-built pods, the pine interiors create a warm and cosy feel. Heating ensures you stay comfortable all year round, making these pods ideal for both cold winter days and the best of British sunshine.
The interiors are modern and fresh, featuring a luxurious king-size bed, a sofa bed, and plenty of storage. Each pod includes a private bathroom with a toilet, washbasin, mirror, and walk-in shower, offering all the conveniences of home.
For meal preparation, the pods come with a fully equipped integrated kitchen, complete with plenty of storage and a fridge with a box freezer. If you’d rather not cook, our fantastic onsite café offers breakfast, lunch, and cream teas. All items are homemade, using locally sourced produce where possible. As a guest, you’ll enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases.
Each pod also has its own spacious terrace, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding and stargazing after a day of exploring local attractions.
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Otter Moss Accommodation
4 units · Glamping12 acres · Brampton, England
Otter Moss Accommodation offers a variety of upscale camping options suitable for couples, families, and groups. Nestled within a picturesque 12-acre former farm, the majority of the site surrounds a spacious meadow. Additionally, the site boasts a charming small lake featuring three islands and a rowing boat for leisurely water activities.
Situated at the northern edge of the stunning Eden Valley, guests can enjoy sweeping views of the Cumbrian Fells, with visibility extending to the Solway Firth and the Lake District on clear days. The Lake District is a convenient 40-minute drive away, while various sections of Hadrian's Wall are even closer, reachable within a 15-minute drive. Carlisle and the M6 motorway to Scotland are both just 20 minutes away, with the picturesque market town of Brampton also within a 15-minute drive and offering its own attractions.
Local pubs are plentiful in the area, with a diverse selection available within a five-mile radius.
Accommodation units at Otter Moss come equipped with heating, kitchen utensils, and stoves, ensuring guests' comfort and convenience. Each unit also includes firepits or barbecues, as well as bedding and towels for a hassle-free stay.
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Beirhope Alpacas
11 units · Tents1 acre · Kelso, Scotland
A small, off-grid campsite with alpacas in the historically rich southern Scottish borders
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Howbeck Lodge
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Walkmill Campsite
10 units · Motorhomes, Tents10 acres · Northumberland, North East England
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Ruberslaw Wild Woods Camping
53 units · Glamping, Tents500 acres · Hawick, Scottish Borders
Pick between the woods and the walled garden at this stunning Scottish Borders site
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Wanderlusts Gypsy Caravans
3 units · Glamping4 acres · Melmerby, England
Travelling from site to site in a bow-top gypsy caravan, through Cumbria's stunning scenery
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The Old Chapel Campsite
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Cairn Meadow Pods
4 units · Glamping3 acres · Cumbria, North West England
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Camping in St. Abb's Head National Nature Reserve guide
Overview
Just outside the pretty coastal fishing village of St Abbs, the rocky promontory of St Abb’s Head is home to a national nature reserve cared for by the National Trust for Scotland (NTS). From the cliff tops you can get close-up views of thousands of nesting seabirds—including guillemots, razorbills and kittiwakes—during the summer months. Colorful wildflowers, such as sea pinks, rock rose and wild thyme, carpet the grassland behind the cliffs. Three trails allow you to thoroughly explore the coastal path, lighthouse and inland Mire Loch, home to swans, damselflies and butterflies. There is no camping in the reserve, but the Shepherd’s Rest Campsite is just 20 minutes down the coast.
When to go
The reserve is open every day, all year-round. For birdwatching, the best time to visit is definitely spring and summer. As well as experiencing the richest birdlife, this time of years is also your best bet for good weather and daylight hours are long. In the fall you may spot rare birds and geese flying overhead, while winter has the appeal of seal pups lying on the beach.
Know before you go
- Despite its wild “edge of the world” feel, the reserve is easily accessible, lying just off the A1 road.
- The reserve has an accessible path that people of all abilities can follow.
- Take care by keeping back from the cliff edge and always follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
- The NTS runs a Nature Centre, which has information about the reserve’s natural and cultural history.
- The Old Smiddy Coffee Shop is next to the Nature Center and there are picnic tables outside.
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