Edinburgh Festival Glamping
Edinburgh, Edinburgh and the Lothians, Scotland
Set just ten minutes from Edinburgh city centre, Edinburgh Festival Glamping at Drum Estate offers a space to unwind in the peaceful countryside. Enjoy the onsite chill-out zone, barbeque area and bar after a day of exploring the picturesque promenade, cafes and restaurants at Portobello Beach, just ten minutes away. You can also find a range of walking routes directly from the site on the estate.
A peaceful escape just ten minutes from Edinburgh, perfect for relaxing and unwinding
Beautiful walking trails on the tranquil Drum Estate, ideal for nature lovers
Fully equipped bell tents with cosy bedding, ideal for families and groups of friends
About Edinburgh Festival Glamping
Nestled in peaceful countryside on the Drum Estate, this site offers a rural retreat with access to scenic walking trails, just ten minutes from Edinburgh city centre. The site is particularly popular amongst artists and guests at the internationally renowned arts festivals held in Edinburgh every August, the Edinburgh Finge Festival. However, the site also makes a perfect base for those wanting to explore the sights of the beautiful city or simply after a relaxing countryside break. Enjoy a stay in one of the spacious bell tents, sleeping a family of four or a group of friends. Measuring five metres in width and a height of just under 3m, the bell tents provide a cosy and comfortable stay with all beds and bedding provided. There is plenty to do onsite too, enjoy access to the chill-out zone with a bar, BBQ area, gaming station and charging points. Unwind in the evening and cosy up with a campfire or enjoy al fresco dining with a BBQ. Sorry, no dogs allowed in the bell tents.
Open from 31 July to 25 August
Site facilities include toilets, shower rooms, secure parking, and a dedicated chill-out zone equipped with a bar, barbecue area, gaming stations and charging points.
A range of takeaways, cafés and shops - from traditional Scottish pubs to artisan bakeries - are within a ten minutes' drive of the site. There is also a convenience store five minutes away if you're looking for a quick top up on supplies.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilet
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
WiFi
There are 30 accommodation options on-site
30 x Spacious Bell Tent (Sleeps 4)
Max 4 people
Cosy 5m bell tents with foam beds, bedding and pillows, perfect for relaxing after a busy day.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Edinburgh Festival Glamping?
Call 0131 203 3041 to book.
9am - 6pm
Unfortunately Edinburgh Festival Glamping doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
Please note
No hen/stag parties permitted.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
The bar is open between 01/08 and 23/08.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Other rules
Smoking, vaping, and open flames are not allowed within 5 meters of the Bell Tents. BBQs are permitted in designated areas only. Bins will be provided for all guests. Please note, no amplified music is allowed between 10pm and 7am. The campsite is a quiet zone from 11pm onwards to ensure a peaceful environment for all.
Things to do on site and in the Edinburgh area
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is the world's largest arts festival and is held every August, with thousands of performances across a wide range of arts including theatre, comedy, dance and music.
Whether you're at the site for the Edinburgh Festival or a relaxing retreat, you'll find the perfect blend of activity and relaxation. Enjoy country walks through the Drum Estate's peaceful countryside, spot local wildlife and fauna or unwind in the chill-out zone with barbecue facilities and an on-site bar.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Dalkeith Country Park (10 minutes)
- Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat (15 minutes)
- Crichton Castle (20 minutes)
- Dean Village (30 minutes)
- Pentland Hills (35 minutes)
Interested in staying at Edinburgh Festival Glamping?
Call 0131 203 3041 to book.
9am - 6pm
Unfortunately Edinburgh Festival Glamping doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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