Our scottish book of the month for june, the new wild guide. Were often asked about great wild camping opportunities in a motorhome in scotland, and how easy it is. There are obvious exclusions such as someones back garden, growing crops, a field with a bull in it. In light of covid19, everyones health and safety is the most important thing. Struggling to get to a suitable camp site i drag myself through streams and rivers. Some film reports of the wild camping trips have done in the last few years usually high in the scottish hills to escape the midge film page link.
Now covering 50 of the very best campsites in scotland, including 20 brand new entries, this fully revised second edition of cool camping. A handpicked selection of exceptional campsites and camping experiences a guide to scotlands most stunning campsites. Wild guide scotland book sample by wild things publishing issuu. Walk on the wild side wild camping in scotland yes. Its quite fab if youre properly hardy and selfsufficient, but the reality for most folk is that the idyllic vision of staying out in the middle of nowhere can sour rather quickly when tasked with digging ones own toilet facilities. However, make sure you follow the guidelines in the scottish outdoor access code. The area is very wooded, which is unusual for scotland. We used to do a bit of wild camping before children. Our first stop in edinburgh was to acquire camping gear. Its full of tips on camping in scotland, including where you can camp, when you can light fires, and how to make sure you leave no trace.
Was up lock tummel the last couple days with the family and bryan be. Starkville koa is located in starkville, mississippi and offers great camping sites. Whilst this law does specifically exclude the use of motorised campervans, it is widely acknowledged that as long as common sense is employed the practice of wild camping in a motorhome is accepted. Camping wild in scotland is a great way to experience scotlands wild and wonderful countryside, it gives you the freedom to choose exactly where you want to stay away from the crowds. Though skye is something of a wild campers paradise, loch coruisk is possibly the pick of camping spots on the peerless island. Campsites with fishing in scotland find uk camping. Exploring and sleeping in the wilds of the uk and ireland by stephen neale isbn. Relaxed and peaceful camping and glamping with hot tubs on a small farm close to the coast and scotlands beaches. Camping is welcome throughout the loch lomond and the trossachs national park but in order to protect some of our most cherished lochshores, byelaws covering camping and firelighting will come into effect in some parts of the park between march and september. Scotland is essential reading for contemporary campers. How to plan a wild camping trip in scotland choose your destination. However, if youre the outdoorsy type, and fancy a holiday away from it all, wild camping is for you.
Wild camping is legal in scotland but there are guidelines that all campers should follow. Dh is keen to go wild camping again this year and im just not so sure now we have a 7 month old. Wild camping recommendations in shetland europe uk. But camping wild does have some responsibility and you have to ensure you do this without any impact on the environment and to the land owners, following the. The thought of wild camping solo gives some people the heebiejeebies, quite often females.
Scotland, a country of remote mountain wilderness areas, glacial glens and lochs, kilts, a totally gorgeous accent and mc family clans that have done battle with each other, and with other countries, for centuries. While you could camp right on the beach its always better to find a proper site with. Coire gabhail, also known as the lost valley, is a secluded spot where you can really lose yourself to the magnificence of the scottish highlands. Scotland travel guide places to visit in scotland rough guides. We prefer the motorhome life in france where we can travel as the mood takes us without the need to book sites as is pretty much essential in england and wales. Since scotland was a quick and cheap flight away from dublin, we headed there for a week of camping.
Questions include its legality and whether a permit is necessary such a thing doesnt exist. Familiarise yourself with the scottish outdoor access code. If you are looking to experience wild camping in the cairngorms then our river spey open canoeing trip includes a true wilderness experience camping the stars. Best secret campsite books for cool camping scotland. Break your booking down into smaller groups and book multiple pitches. We make it a doddle to book campsites, glamping sites and caravan parks throughout the uk, europe and the americas. Click here to find out more information or to book a reservation.
Wild camping in scotland by james carron goodreads. Choose the best deal with no fees and instant confirmation. Camping in the wilds is an experience not to be missed, as detailed by neale discover britain a handsome and enjoyable celebration of the pastime. Walking sailing holidays expedition scotland wild campers. Wild camping is allowed in most parts of scotland, which means that as long as you follow some common sense rules, you can pitch your tent wherever you like there is no better way to explore and enjoy the scottish countryside other than wild camping. However, while the land reform act in scotland allows wild tent bivvy camping on unenclosed land, its also fair to say that free camping parking up for an overnight stop is generally well or at least better tolerated in scotland than in england for example. Under scotlands right to roam laws you have the right to walk the land and to camp unobtrusively. Wild camping find and book campsites in scotland from. Choose and book in minutes, with instant confirmation and no booking fees. Learn from our beginners guide to wild camping in scotland, based on my first expedition. Cool camping books guides for england, scotland, wales. Go wild camping by train in scotland book train tickets.
Campsites and holiday parks in scotland view results on a map. I dont know about camping requirements and all, but two of the most beautiful spots i have seen in shetland is st ninians isle and fethaland, which is the northernmost point of the main island, north of isbister there is a small lighthouse and ruins of an abandonned village absolutely stunning, even though it is a bit of a walk with tents. The isle of barra has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and is famous for its tranquility. Come join me as i spend my first night out wild camping in scotland. Perhaps its earliest recognisable form came with the increase in popularity of the feileadh mor, or great kilt, in the 1500s. Scotland features 50 of the countrys best and most hidden campsites. Find out about our top camping tips, the best locations to camp and a whole lot more in wilderness scotlands wild camping resource.
Wild camping in scotland forget someday travel blog. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Access laws in scotland mean that you are allowed to camp on most unenclosed land. My plan was to stay as long as i could in the cairngorms of scotland, one of the. Reviewed in the united kingdom on 15 september 2017. A comprehensive guide to wild camping in scotland, this book offe. Glen coe, not to be mistaken with fatal attractions bunnyboiler glenn close, is a brilliant place to go wild camping in scotland. Wild camping best campsites in scotland 2020 book 16. The scottish outdoor access code has more information and guidance about how to wild camp responsibly. As scotland is a wild camping country and because back home we freedom camp most of the time anyway, we have decided to take advantage of the wild camping here. And since its legal in most of scotland, why not book a train ticket to the furthest reaches of scotland, grab some gear, and go live off the land for a bit. Here at we frequently receive emails, particularly from overseas visitors, asking about wild camping in scotland. Based on my own experiences, here are some tips and reasons for you to try wild camping in scotland. Theres a single track road from bridge of orchy which follows a river.
This was an eminently practical piece of clothing that could also double as groundsheet and sleeping bag at night. In scotland wild camping is legal and acceptable thanks to the land reform scotland act 2003 which entitles you to camp on the majority of unenclosed land, provided you adhere to the scottish outdoor access code and wild camping code of conduct. Wild camping in scotland kindle edition by james carron author visit amazons james carron page. Ten of the most beautiful camping spots in scotland.
Less obvious is that camping is banned round many areas of not just loch lomond but pretty much all of the lomnd national park. Theres no accommodation along the way so wild camping which is legal in scotland, with a few caveats is the only feasible method of doing it. If doing ben nevis you could camp in one of the remoter glens in the nevis range or the mamore range, entering on foot. Our glen coe open canoeing trail includes wild camping on the serene shores of scotland s finest lochs where you can sample some fine wilderness cooking throughout the adventure. Caravan holidays and camping in scotland visitscotland. Back home i simply click on my nzmca app, pull up an area and chose what facility i require ie freedom camping spot, doc site, dump station, water etc.
This means despite the love and desire to share our friendly, passionate and unique country, we would advise everyone at this time not to make future bookings until we can be sure when well be open again, and ready to welcome you back. This could be in a tent or campervanmotorhome, but for the sake of this post well be writing about free camping in a campervan, because that was our experience. Wild camping also known as free camping basically means setting up camp away from an organized campsite. This excellent perthshirebased operator offers everything from wet n wild. Wild camping in scotland, facts and tipsholiday scotland. Wild camping in scotlands mountains scotlands mountains. Yep, its well known that wild camping is legal in scotland, which means that you can set up camp on most unenclosed land as long as you leave no trace. Start by rothiemurchus camp and caravan park 500m e of ph22 1qn, layby. Any suggestions on wherewhen to go in scotland and what to take.
Essential reading for all lovers of the outdoors, this updated edition of cool camping scotland. Part of the purpose of our recent trip to the great glen was to find out how easy it was to free camp in scotland. Alex kendall, one of our wilderness guides has luckily for us endured a variety of horrible wild camping scotland experiences. Fully organized cycle tours at all levels, from camping to countryhouse hotels. Great variety of information on all things if your going wild camping in scotland this is a must have. Thanks to these, he is now able to ensure we dont do the same and so shares his wild camping in scotland.
Wild camping gear for an overnight summit stop in scotland. Learn from our beginners guide to wild camping in scotland, based on. The laws for wild camping differ depending on where campers are in the uk. Ensure your camping trip in scotlands great outdoors is a safe and responsible one by reading the scottish outdoor access code before you go. Out of the newly discovered campsites, theres a grassy oasis amid the lunar landscape of the isle of harris, a site within a hidden highland glen and an organic farm sitting. Bear in mind the impact camping has on flora and fauna. A handpicked selection of exceptional campsites and camping experiences. Wild camping in one form or another has been an aspect of life in the highlands and islands of scotland for centuries. Ten top tips to help you get the most out of your wild camping trip in scotland 1. Wild camping motorhome adventure scotland motorhome. Wild camping in scotland with a 7 month old mumsnet.
Camping books and guides from the uk camping experts cool camping. Wild camp in flowercovered dunes and retreat to ancient inns with roaring fires and even warmer welcomes. Scotland has so many beautiful wild places, and it can be great fun to be away from other people for a night, with everything you need in your motorhome. We have guides to camping in england, scotland, wales, britain and europe. Explore lost ruins and castles, watch seabird colonies on dramatic cliffs or walk barefoot on whitesand beaches lapped by turquoise waters. Wild camping in scotland is great fun, but where do you start.