Scotland's best campsites crowned as 'one for beach lovers' tops list
Scotland's "best wild(ish) campsites" have been named. Topping the list is a coastal site that was described as "one for beach lovers".
When it comes to camping in Scotland, there are many different options to suit every taste. While some like to stay in campsites or holiday parks with a range of luxuries, others prefer the peace and solitude of wild camping.
On Tuesday, July 29, The Times shared a list of "five of the best wild(ish) campsites in Scotland". The newspaper selected sites around the country that strike a balance between offering important amenities while still feeling like pure camping without the bells and whistles.
The number one campsite on The Times' roundup is the Horgabost Campsite on the Isle of Harris. The site, also known as the Traigh Horgabost Caravan Park, is situated in the village of Horgabost on the west coast of the Outer Hebrides island.
The site, which is located on common grazing land, features grass pitches for motorhomes, campervans, caravans, and tents. All of the pitches are just a couple of minutes walk from the nearby Horgabost Beach.
Among the facilities available at the Horgabost Campsite are toilets, showers, and a wash up area. The site also features a freezer for icepack freezing and a fridge for communal use.
Dogs are welcome at the campsite, though must be kept on a lead at all times. Owners must also clean up after their pets and dispose of waste in a bin.
Meanwhile, there is no Wi-Fi or electric hook up available at the Horgabost Campsite. This makes it well suited to those looking for an experience closer to wild camping.
The Times wrote: "One for beach lovers, this basic campsite on the west coast of Harris overlooks a spectacular sweep of white sand. Toilets, showers and a communal fridge but no wi-fi or electric hook-ups.
"Popular with hikers (the Hebridean Way passes right by), this campsite has one other great selling point; the mobile Saltbox Sauna occasionally popping up right alongside."
Elsewhere, coming in at number two on the newspaper's roundup is the Ruberslaw Camping site in the Scottish Borders. The site is situated within 500 acres of unspoilt landscape in the Teviot Valley's Special Landscape Area.
Both camping and glamping are available at Ruberslaw Wild Woods Camping. Guests can choose to set up camp in a historic walled garden, while 'Safari Tents' with various added amenities can also be booked.
The Times stated: "Making the most of 500 leafy acres outside Denholm, Ruberslaw caters to a diverse camping crowd with more conventional tent pitches in an Edwardian walled garden, swish safari tents and forest pitches that feel more like wild camping.
"Well run and quiet (cars are left in the car park), the site revolves around a campers' hub, with a barn-like communal lounge, a small shop, a kitchen area and bathrooms."
As reported by the Daily Record, the Ruberslaw Camping site was recently named the "best campsite in the Scottish Borders". Experts praised its blend of wild-style seclusion and home comforts.
Another "wild(ish)" campsite featured on The Times' list is Glenbrittle Camping on the Isle of Skye. The campsite features more than 35 electric hook-ups and more than 100 tent pitches, while amenities are close by.
Glenbrittle Camping was praised by The Times for its picturesque location and no-bookings policy. The newspaper also singled out the site for its café where visitors can enjoy coffee and pizza.
The full list of "five of the best wild(ish) campsites in Scotland" can be found on The Times website.
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