Situated near the Colvend Coastline, Gorsebank Glamping offers many accommodation types to suit anyone, from pods to wigwams to rustic landpods, and 'almost wild' camping. There are even boutique style bothies with private hot tubs for groups to relax in. Enjoy roaming the 80 acres and discovering wildlife in the peaceful setting of a small Galloway Farm.

About Gorsebank Glamping

Discover the great outdoors and relax with a cabin or pod glamping holiday at Gorsebank in South West Scotland. Ideal for couples, families and small groups, there is a range of choices, including Glamp Pods, Stargazing Pods, Wigwam Cabins, and Posh Bothie - wood-fired tubs and campfires, adding a touch of magic to the stay. As well as a range of accommodations, there's also have a variety of activities to do on site that is open to all - guests and non guests. From relaxing next-to-the-water's-edge fishing to gliding on a Segway Tour around the meadows and woodland or biking trails in the neighbouring forest. It's all great outdoor fun and adventure for everyone. During the stay, guests can relax, unwind, and embrace the peace and tranquillity of the beautiful surroundings, where horses and sheep graze nearby. This glamping vacation is ideal for those who appreciate nature and desire a rejuvenating experience.

Open all year


Facilities and amenities

Contained Bliss are ensuite and all other accommodation has their own dedicated toilet and shower block.

Contained Bliss and Posh Bothies have their own kitchen facilities.

Other facilities include a centrally-heated toilet and shower block, washing and drying facilities, a campsite kitchen area (oven hob, microwave, kettle, toaster) and a washing up and dining area.

There is a secure bike store, children's adventure trail, Wi-Fi available, and a selection of shops, pubs and restaurants are within a couple of miles.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

Our aim is to help you experience the great outdoors - whether that's in a wood fired tub, relaxing with an outdoor fire or enjoying an outdoor activity.


Map and address

Park address

Gorsebank Glamping,

Greenhill Farm, Coast Road, Dalbeattie, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, DG5 4QT

Coordinates

54.9047, -3.8161 | NX 83 58

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Gorsebank Glamping is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 19 accommodation options on-site

4 x Grass Pitches

Pitches for small-medium size tents with great views, from the ridge, and access to the site's facilities. Maximum tent size 3x4 metres, but two pitches can be booked together for something larger.



Interested in staying at Gorsebank Glamping?

Call 01556 610174 to book.

Unfortunately Gorsebank 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.


It is a designated quiet site with a no music policy and is not suitable for noisy or boisterous groups.

The site does not accept stag, hen, 18th or 21st birthday groups - other birthday groups on agreement but additional deposits may apply.

At least one guest in a booking must be over 18 years old.


In addition to Segway tours, trout and coarse fishing, and bike hire, guests can explore the farm and meet the resident sheep. From mid-April, visitors can participate in lambing season and help bottle feed the newborns. While on the farm, guests can engage in a Nature Treasure Hunt, searching for animal boards that can be challenging to find. The Adventure Path offers activities for children and adults, including a tyre swing, swamp crossing, slides, see-saw, and plank walking. Children can partake in the Smartphone Trail, using What3Words to locate clue boards around the farm. There is also an hour-long Den Building activity in the woodland area, followed by a relaxing evening spent around the campfire with a BBQ.

Gorsebank is within proximity to Dalbeattie Forest and the Solway Coast, situated only 400 yards away from the Dalbeattie 7 Stanes mountain bike trailhead entrance. For those who enjoy watersports, there are nearby centres, and excellent hill walking trails located nearby, offering stunning views.

Guests looking to enjoy the region's excellent food produce can visit the artisan chocolatiers, craft bakers, butchers, and cheesemakers. Craft brewers and spirit distillers are situated along the coast. The region is rich in history, with castles, motes, and ancient buildings waiting to be explored. The Dumfries region was also the former home of Rabbie Burns. Those with an interest in more recent history can visit museums highlighting the area's lead mining and munitions factories.

Families can enjoy numerous nearby attractions, such as the Ernespie Farm at Castle Douglas, which offers indoor/outdoor play areas, a cafe, and a farm shop. The Cream O'Galloway Ice Cream Parlour near Gatehouse of Fleet offers a nature walk, crazy golf, and ice cream-making demonstrations. Children will love Dalscone Play Centre in Dumfries and The Cocoa Bean Children's Chocolate Factory, which offers hands-on activities. For a unique experience, Dinopark has life-sized dinosaurs, Dino Dig and Mine, and Moat Brae House near Dumfries, the birthplace of Peter Pan, offers gardens and a gift shop.

Interested in staying at Gorsebank Glamping?

Call 01556 610174 to book.

Unfortunately Gorsebank 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.

The listing for Gorsebank Glamping was last updated on October 17th, 2024 at 10:02 AM

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