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Glentrool Holiday Park

Bargrennan, Scotland

Camping on the edge of Galloway Forest Park, one of the UK's darkest skies.

Cost
Paid
Booking
Best to book
Glentrool Holiday Park
Billy McCrorie · CC BY-SA 2.0

A site on the edge of the Galloway Forest Park, where there is almost no light pollution. Forest trails, Loch Trool and Bruce's Stone are all close.

Good to know

  • Bring a star chart; Galloway is a designated Dark Sky Park
  • Loch Trool is a pretty short walk
  • Few shops nearby; bring supplies
Best time
Moonless nights for stargazing
Open
April to October
Getting there
Off the A714, sealed
Vehicles
Campervans fine

Facilities

  • Showers
  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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