Camping in The Borders
A pal recently commented on one of my posts that he is always looking for new places to go for camping trips, and he would love me to do a blog giving him some ideas. So, for a bit of fund and in an act of blatant opportunism, here is a blog with 6 campsites or glamping options to try in and around the Scottish Borders, with some local hikes and things to do to tempt you to the area. I hope you enjoy this Richard (and anyone else who reads this!)
Kirkfield - Town Yetholm
Picturesque and well regarded campsite in the Cheviot foothills. Tourers, campervans and tents welcome.
What to do: Hiking heaven. You are on the St. Cuthbert’s Way, and at the end of the Pennine Way. Multiple hillwalking options here. A short drive or cycle away is historic Kelso with shops, racecourse, abbey and lots of eating options. In the southernly direction, a 30 minute drive will take you to Wooler with its distillery and Anglo Saxon museum Ad Gefrin, as well as the best ice cream shop in Northumberland.
Rubserslaw Wild Woods Camping & Glamping - Denholm
A campsite like none other, no campervans or caravans here. Pitches for tents or hire a safari tent. A great way to bridge the gap between wild camping and traditional campsites.
What to do: More hiking here. The hill of Ruberslaw itself is one of the finest viewpoints in The Borders. Nearby Jedburgh has three great historic visitor attractions and lots of good eateries.
Tweed Valley Pods - Innerleithen
Four top of the range glamping pods, located at Glenormiston, just outside Innerleithen with nature on your doorstep.
What to do: A short hike across the hill will take you into Innerleithen, with lots to see and do. Or head towards the river and the Tweed Valley Railway Path, where cycle routes take you safely, off road up or downstream.
Beirhope Alpacas - Hownam
7 tent pitches in the heart of the Cheviot Hills. Dark skies, adventure and ALPACAS await!
What to do: Beirhope is wonderfully remote, so it’s the perfect place to switch off and enjoy the solitude of the great outdoors. No light pollution here so a perfect star gazing location, and of course the opportunity to trek with the charismatic alpacas.
Camping in Scotland | Beirhope Alpacas, Kelso, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
Green Frog Campsite - Moffat
Small campsite, tucked in behind a bigger caravan club site in the town. Great wee spot to base yourself to explore Dumfriesshire. Has aire style facilities, and space for tents.
What to do?: Moffat is a buzzy wee market town, with great coffee shops and quirky shopping. The famous Star Hotel does a great pub lunch (and is also the narrowest hotel in Scotland!) The town is perfectly located for cycling loops, large hiking trails and shorter trails. Located just off the M74, it’s easily accessed from north and south - east and west is more of a challenge, as is the case just about everywhere in the South of Scotland!
The Green Frog | Cafe, Fishing, Soft Play, Caravan Site | Moffat (thegreenfrogmoffat.co.uk)
Stouslie Snugs Glamping - Hawick
The first sight you get of these 3 farm based pods will be a real wow moment, with wonderful views of the rolling Border Hills. All have wood fired hot tubs making them the luxury end of the glamping market but go on, treat yourself!
What to do: Nearby Hawick has museums, parks, visitor centres and a distillery. But to be honest, just stay in the hot tub.
Stouslie Snugs Luxury Farm Glamping – Luxury Farm Glamping with Hot Tubs (stousliesnugsglamping.com)
Image Credits: South of Scotland Destination Alliance
