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Barrow Campsite, Nairn

4.7 (218 reviews)

Situated on an arable farm in the Highlands of Scotland, Barrow Campsite sits on the banks of the river Nairn. It is within cycling distance of the historic town of Nairn and a short drive to the city of Inverness. It overlooks the rolling hills and is only a few miles from spectacular beaches.

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Our touring campsite and glamping pods are dotted about this wonderful and secluded landscape surrounded by natural and arable land. The river ‘Nairn’ can be accessed from the site and in the Spring it’s banks are covered with thousands of bluebells.

It’s a place a world apart from the rush and clutter of the modern holiday experience, with an atmosphere that makes you forget the world outside, and just lounge, ramble, or potter about.

We're committed to giving you a genuinely individual service from first contact to your time staying with us and “contribute to making happy memories every day”.

On Site is an ancient archaeological monument. This monument is locally known as 'Hangman's Cairn' and is an excellent example of a well-preserved Bronze Age Barrow and contemporary surrounding bank. The monument comprises a sub-circular mound, measuring around 25 m in diameter and standing to a height of around 3.3 m.

Our large 12m x 7m hard-standing touring pitches are arranged sympathetically around the Site to allow for different views wherever you pitch up. All these pitches have electricity, and a water tap is shared between two pitches. One hard-standing pitch situated near the toilet block is a dedicated disabled pitch.

The grass pitches are there for the smaller vehicles - roof tents, campervans, small motor homes and very small tents and are located overlooking the nature park and pond. A number of these pitches have electricity. Water taps are shared amongst the grass pitches. For non electric tent pitches you will be shown to a suitable spot.

One of our recent additions to the site is a dedicated ‘Nearly wild camping’ area. Situated slightly away from the other campers, sheltered behind a large hill offering a more relaxed feel for 4x4 vehicles and the likes while still being able to access toilet facilities if required.

Existing Electric grass tent bookings will be on a 10 m x 4 m pitch. It is the clients responsibility to ensure their tent, guy lines and awning fit in this space.

The campsite features 2 Glamping Pods. Sitting outside the pods, facing southwards you look out over the farmland and have direct views to the ancient monument on the site. Each insulated and heated pod sleeps up to two people. There is a small kitchen unit with a sink, a kettle and a toaster. Toilet and shower facilities are close by. All Pods are strictly pet free. No exceptions.

Accessible through a gate from the campground, you and your four-legged friend can take a stroll through the nature park. Walk around the pond and sit and enjoy the views. Dogs are welcome to walk off the lead in this nature park, but we ask the owners to look after their four-legged friends at all times. It goes without saying to please clean up after your dog.

In the pond there are gold fish and many frogs. Fishing this pond is not allowed however feel free to enjoy a refreshing swim.

Availability

Glamping Pods

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 bedroom

Our Glamping Pods face southwards looking over the farmland and sleep up to two adults (and one infant but you will need to bring your own travel cot)

There is a small kitchen unit with a sink, kettle and toaster. Cowder and Nairn Pod comes with a bed and mattress, full bedding available to rent at £10 per stay. (Contact the campsite in regards to bedding rental) Toilet and shower facilities are close by.

Features

No smoking allowed
No pets allowed
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Barrow Glamping Pod

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 bedroom

Our Glamping Pods face southwards looking over the farmland and sleep up to two adults (and one infant but you will need to bring your own travel cot)

There is a small kitchen unit with a sink, kettle and toaster. The glamping pod beds come with a sofa bed . Full bedding available to rent at £10 per stay. (Contact the campsite in regards to bedding rental). Toilet and shower facilities are close by.

Features

No smoking allowed
No pets allowed
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Hard Standing Super Pitch (electricity, grey waste drainage & water tap)

  • Max 4 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

Hard-standing super pitches suitable for Caravan & Car, Motorhome, Campervan and Trailer Tent. 16-amp electric.

Any awning/wind or rain shelter or gazebo must be pitched on the hard-standing space and not on the grass.

Any tent or sleeping space/accommodation will be charged as per campsite tent prices below and will have to be pitched in the tent area and not on the grass next to the hard-standing pitch due to fire safety regulations.

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Hard Standing Pitch (electricity and water included)

  • Max 4 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

Our very spacious 12m x 7m hard-standing touring pitches are arranged sympathetically around the Site to allow for different views wherever you pitch.

All these pitches have electricity, and a water tap is shared between two pitches. One hard-standing pitch situated near the toilet block is a dedicated disabled pitch.

Any awning/wind or rain shelter or gazebo must be pitched on the hard-standing space and not on the grass.

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Grass Standing Pitch (electricity and water included)

  • Max 4 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

Our grass standing pitches are supplied with electricity and suitable for Campervans and Motorhomes. Roof tents are more than welcome.

All these pitches have electricity, and one water tap is shared between four pitches. The grass pitches may not be level and it is recommended that you bring your own levelling ramps. Some pitches may require a 15 meter electric cable to reach the power point.

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Roof Tent & Adventure Style Vehicle Pitch

  • Max 2 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels
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Ground Tents - No electric

  • Max 4 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

Grass pitches for cars, motorcyclists, backpackers and cyclists.

Just pitch up your tent where-ever it feels right on the dedicated area overlooking the nature park and pond.

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Hard Standing Winter Pitch (No Electric)

  • Max 4 pets
  • Caravans
  • Motorhomes
  • Campervans
  • Tents
  • Folding caravans
  • Trailer tents
  • RVs
  • Fifth wheels

Units must be self-contained as the facilities will be closed, however the chemical and grey waste disposal and a fresh water tap will be open.

Toilets and showers are closed.

Our very spacious 12m x 7m hard-standing touring pitches are arranged sympathetically around the site to allow for different views wherever you pitch.

Any awning/wind or rain shelter or gazebo must be pitched on the hard-standing space and not on the grass.

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219 Reviews

All reviews featured on Campstead.com have been submitted by genuine customers who have stayed at the park.


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Great site

Sturgeon, Kelly - 29/09/2023

5

Stayed on hard standing electrical pitch, which included water - decent sized pitch.Whole area was spotless, from toilet/shower block, laundry/kitchen area, even bin area! Used washing machine and dryer (£10 for both which includes detergent).Quiet rural area, nice walks. No issues with Wifi.Small shop on site which sells basics but also meat/burgers.Had bbq.Surrounding fields held sheep, alpaca, highland cows.Pets welcome.Overall enjoyed our stay and would return!

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Very friendly, relaxed, welcoming campsite.

McLaren, Morag - 29/09/2023

5

Good facilities, great dog walks on site.Next to River Nairn.Loved the friendly Alpacas, Goats and Highland Cows on the site, great to visit with them.

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Fantastic site

Patterson, Michael - 29/09/2023

5

Had a great weekend and facilities are extremely clean little shop has all you need and extremely well priced.Great site for relaxing and walking ver pet friendly.

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M

1st time visit

McCafferty, George - 29/09/2023

4

We stayed in the Barrow pod. The site itself was very good, the toilets were well maintained and we were made to feel very welcome. The pod would benefit from a small fridge to be able to keep milk, butter and drinks cool and a mirror would also have been welcomed. Sadly the sofa bed did dip badly to the middle and to be honest, once we made up the bed we left it made up and thus would have preferred a proper bed like the other pods. Having said that we slept all through the high winds. The staff were excellent and always helpful, the facilities are very good for both adults and children and there is plenty to do around the area.

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Well laid out site

Harper, Jean - 29/09/2023

5

Had a lovely quiet few days. Site facilities were very clean and easily accessible. Everyone very friendly.River walk was overgrown so was not accessible.Drove into Nairn lovely town with lots of places to eat and drink.

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Pitches very well spaced

Garner, Karen - 29/09/2023

4

Very clean and tidy. Good for the dogs. Quiet roads for cycling. Easy access to Nairn.Only downside, site very open and exposed if windy.

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Lovely site

Macfadyen, Violet - 29/09/2023

5

Fab site set in lovely countryside, made to feel so wecolme and facilities spotless. That’s why we keep returning.

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Great weekend

McGregor, Shona - 29/09/2023

4

We attended a rally at Nairn campsite it is a lovely campsite with clean facilities

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Great, clean site. Petfey

Holland-Hawksworth, Wendy - 28/09/2023

5

Brilliant site

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Quiet. Peaceful. Clean.

Taylor, Tracey - 28/09/2023

5

Beautiful open space! Easy to book. Easy to find. Easy to access. Lovely pitch area with gorgeous view of the landscape and sunset. Highland Cows paid a visit too! Super clean site. Beautiful grounds. Good facilities and very clean showers/toilets. Close to Nairn town and Nairn East Beach. Great value for money.

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Summary

4.7

98.2% would recommend this site

98.6% would stay here again

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