Thistle Holiday Home Parks by Park Name/Town

Children enjoy Peter Panda’s daily kids’ club, the indoor pool, the Hurricane Arcade, scrambling on the rocks, fishing from the beach and cycling around our extensive park. Grown-ups enjoy the daily cabaret entertainment in the Starlight Suite, the Sports’ Bar and our beauty salon. Everyone is happy at Auchenlarie!

Open: beginning March – end October

Set in the sunniest and driest part of Scotland, the Park enjoys a sheltered location on the beautiful East Lothian coastline. Located within the John Muir Country Park, Belhaven Bay is a perfect spot for exploring the historic harbour town of Dunbar and enjoying the relaxed seaside location. The dramatic adjacent beach is perfect for walking and water-sports such as kite- or wind-surfing.

Edinburgh is just a 30-minutes’ trip away and we are just 5 minutes from Dunbar railway station and the main bus route.

Open: 14 March – 31 October then weekend breaks until Christmas 2008   

The ultimate spa holiday experience, offering peace and tranquillity on the seafront. Panoramic views to Ailsa Craig, Kintyre and Isle of Arran, with brilliant sunsets. Private coastline, cliff walks, caves, cove and secluded beach. Boat slipway and fishing on-site. Luxury caravans for hire, with decks and double-glazing and central heating. Pebbles Spa and Leisure, including 15m pool, sauna, steam room, spa, fitness suite, and treatment rooms. Loch fishing, golf, horse riding, tennis. Licensed restaurant.

Open: 1 March – 31 January

A family-run park in the Scottish Highlands. An excellent base from which to tour the Highlands and the west coast of Scotland. Sheltered woodland glens which are ideal for walks. We have holiday homes for hire, finished to a high standard. The park is well maintained, with children’s play park and games room. Facilities include a modern launderette. Ideal for a peaceful holiday.

Open: mid-March - end October

Nestling amid spectacular scenery in the grounds of Blair Castle, the Park makes an ideal and easily accessible base from which to tour the Highlands. Indoor games room, general store, launderette and extensive outdoor recreation areas. Golf, pony trekking and mountain bikes all available locally.

Open: 1 March – 28 November

This friendly, family-run, five-star holiday park is set in the heart of Perthshire and a short walk from the lively country town of Blairgowrie. Two or three bedroom caravan holiday homes and two, three and four pine lodges fand deluxe lodges for hire all year round. Gold award-winner in the David Bellamy Conservation Award Scheme.

Open: all year

Set in the Cairngorm Mountains, this beautiful park is only six miles from Aviemore and four miles from Carrbridge. Ideal for skiers and snowboarders alike, this area has great appeal for many other keen sports people, with an excellent golf course and tennis court, as well as many fine walks and trails for mountain bikes. Fishing permits are available for the famous River Spey.

Open: all year

Braidhaugh is a friendly park which stands on the River Earn aMid- the surroundings of Crieff. Centrally located, only an hour to Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee, half an hour to Perth and Stirling. This makes our park ideal as a base from which to explore. Crieff is the gateway to the Highlands. Good fishing on the banks of the River Earn, well known for salmon and trout. Excellent walks and a variety of golf courses in the area.

Open: all year

Brighouse Bay has everything you could want to make your holiday a success – this superb location includes 9- and 18-hole golf courses, leisure club with indoor pool, plus a huge choice of other on-site activities. One of Scotland’s top environmentally friendly parks, Brighouse Bay is set on a quiet and secluded peninsula, with magnificent views over the Irish Sea, and is surrounded by 1,200 acres of great walking country. The park nestles besides its own sandy beach, with rock pools and has an all-tide slipway.

Open: all year

Carradale Bay is on the east coast of the Mull of Kintyre, right on the beach, facing the Isle of Arran, adjacent to the fishing village of Carradale. The River Carra runs beside the park, the bay is safe for swimming and boating. Angling, golf, walking are all within minutes of the park, so you could hardly find a place more suited to an energetic, family, outdoor holiday. Campbeltown is famous as the ‘Wish You Were Whisky’ loch, while the Mull of Kintyre was the subject of Paul McCartney’s best-selling record.

Open: 1 April – 30 September

Clayton Caravan Park is a 5* quiet, family-run park situated in rolling countryside by the River Eden. We are 4½ miles west of St. Andrews on the A91 between Dairsie and Guardbridge. Our spacious caravans are ideal as a base from which to explore the golf courses and the historic delights of St. Andrews and the east coast of Scotland.

Open: 11 months from Mid February - Mid January

Cradled in the fir-lined Strathmore valley in the heart of Perthshire, this beautifully landscaped, five-star, riverside holiday park is ideally located for touring, enjoying outdoor pursuits or simply relaxing. Gold award-winner in the David Bellamy Conservation Award Scheme.

Open: all year

Set on Scotland’s scenic Ayrshire coast, this all-action park has something for everyone. You can take part in our fun-packed entertainment programme or simply relax and enjoy the sensational sunsets over the Isle of Arran.

Open: mid-March – end October

Crofthead Holiday Park is situated within easy distance of the birthplace of Robert Burns. Quiet and secluded, but not far from the attractions of Ayr.

Open: all year

Quiet, landscaped park only six miles from the bustling city of Aberdeen and situated at the gateway to Royal Deeside. Ideal base for castles, the coast, shopping, theatre, golf outings and many more activities for all ages. Family-run park, providing a high quality and a friendly service.

Open: all year (including Christmas-New Year)

25-acre park adjacent to championship golf course and award-winning beach. Five-minute walk to town centre, with its cathedral and museum.

Open: 24 March - 27 October

Located in the Loch Lomond and  Trossachs National Park, Lochgoilhead sits at the head of Loch Goil, a fjord type sea loch. Only 1 hour from the Erskine Bridge, Glasgow Airport the M8 and Glasgow. The village is accessed from the Rest-and-be-Thankful pass via a 6 mile single track road. This is a special place, surrounded by hills, with superb loch views, as well as a wide range of accommodation, leisure activities and entertainment.
 

A very picturesque park set in the grounds of a Victorian house in the heart of Perthshire. Ideal base for sightseeing in the Highlands. Indoor swimming pool, bar, restaurant and games room. Shops, etc, in nearby Birnam and Dunkeld. Caravan holiday homes, spacious apartments, cottages and luxury lodges available for hire.

Open: 1 March – Mid--January

Situated on a spectacular headland overlooking a wide sweep of sandy beach across to the fishing port and small Georgian town of Eyemouth. In the other direction, there are fantastic coastal views to St. Abbs Head.

Enjoy free use of the local indoor swimming pool in the town. In the evening relax with a drink in the Killies Lounge, as you plan where to go and what to see the following day. At weekends enjoy the occasional visiting cabaret acts in the Driftwood Complex.

Open: 30 March – 22 October

Small, quiet park on the outskirts of the historic village of Alyth. Various attractions nearby, including castles, pony-trekking and fishing. Three golf courses within a mile radius. The bus stops outside the gate and can take you to Dundee, Blairgowrie and Perth. Friendly inn outside the entrance serves meals daily. Children are permitted to stay in the lounge until 9 pm.

Open: all year

Luxury caravans with central heating and double glazing. Situated in the central Highlands, Glen Dochart is an ideal centre for touring the mountains, lochs and glens or visiting the many attractions of the area. The park is family-owned and family-operated, with a friendly, quiet and peaceful atmosphere. Fishing, walking, climbing, horse-riding; there are plenty activities for the more energetic or you can just relax and enjoy the tranquillity. There is a good variety of places nearby to eat out.

Open: beginning March – end November

This award-winning, family-run park lies within 22 acres of woodland. Set in a quiet, secluded glen, surrounded by the scenic beauty of woodland gardens and the splendour of the Cowal hills. Perfect for walking, bird and wildlife watching. Our attention to detail has consistently earned top awards from the Scottish Tourist Board and the British Holiday Parks’ grading schemes and we were recognised as the top Caravan Park in Scotland for Customer Care in the 2005 Scottish Thistle Awards. Well-stocked shop on the park.

Open: 21 March – 31 October

Glenearly is a quiet park set in open countryside. We are ideally situated for all the local tourist attractions, with the added advantage of guests being able to walk into the town of Dalbeattie in ten minutes. A friendly welcome can be found at our peaceful park.

Open: all year

Peaceful, secluded, ‘suntrap’ park close to Glenluce village, set in the grounds of the former Balkail House, ideal location for exploring South West Scotland. Walking, golf, fishing, pony trekking and cycling are all available. Heated indoor swimming pool. Shops, hotels, restaurants nearby. Ten miles from Stranraer/Belfast ferries. Luxury Thistle Award caravans for hire and for sale.

Open: all year

On the east coast in the Scottish Highlands, this park is moments away from Embo Beach and its fine white sand. Add in dramatic views of Ben Bhraggie and this is a magnificent location for a family holiday. Facilities include an indoor pool with spa bath, mini ten-pin bowling and crazy golf. Be sure to visit the Village Pub and Grannie Mac’s family-entertainment lounge.

Open: mid-March – end October

A large park near Dunoon, Hunters Quay Holiday Village is an ideal location from which to tour the picturesque Cowal Peninsula. Situated in beautifully landscaped parkland, it is ideal for either a short break or a longer holiday, with a wide range of activities to choose from. The on-site Dolphin Leisure Centre has two 25-metre swimming pools (one for children), sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, gym, children’s indoor play area, badminton, bars, and a restaurant with carry-out food. Entertainment is available all year round.

Open: all year

Set in the heart of the Grampian countryside, this beautifully landscaped, 5-star, family-run park is only a five-minute walk from the town of Huntly. An ideal touring base for the famous Castle, Whisky and Coastal Trails. Sporting opportunities are extensive: 15 golf courses within a half hour’s drive, excellent salmon and trout fishing and as much walking, swimming, mountain biking and pony trekking as you can fit in! Treat yourself to one of our luxury double-glazed, central-heated holiday homes for hire. AA Best Campsite Scotland 2008

Open: 17 March – 2 November

Tucked away on the banks of Loch Lomond and in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, Inverbeg is the ideal base for exploring the Trossachs and West Highlands. The Park has its own private beach and a beautiful loch-side setting near the picturesque village of Luss. Near the major visitor attraction, Loch Lomond Shores, and just a short distance from Glasgow for a taste of the city life!

Open: March – January

Award-winning, family-owned park, with spectacular loch-side views. An excellent base from which to explore the West Highlands.

Open: all year

You can be sure of a warm welcome at our small, friendly, family-owned park in a sheltered position by the River Jed. We have a large children’s play park. You’ll find the Park an ideal centre for visiting the abbeys, castles and historic homes in the Borders. Enjoy a peaceful, relaxing holiday or try your hand at fishing, golf, horse-riding, hill-walking – all of which are on our doorstep.

Open: mid-March – end October

A truly beautiful coastal situation, with views of up to 20 miles. A 15-minute stroll to Kippford, a beautiful seaside village with friendly pubs. Hilly and part-wooded setting, adjacent to outstanding forest and coastal walks. Developed by the owner over thirty years, with fabulous landscaping of rocky outcrops and natural gorse, enhanced by further planting. Adventure and junior playgrounds. Shop, golf, walking adjacent; fishing, sailing nearby. Caravan and bungalows for hire and for sale. Log cabins available.

Open: all year

Laxdale Holiday Park is a small, family-run park set in peaceful tree-lined surroundings. We provide first-rate facilities for campers, tourers and self-catering holidaymakers. Facilities are modern, as are the caravans. The Park is located 1½ miles from Stornoway. This is an ideal base from which to tour the island.

Open: all year

A rural 5-star holiday park with stunning views of the Forth Estuary, surrounded by some of the finest beaches and golf courses in Scotland, including St. Andrews, which is only a short drive away.  Whether pottering around the park exploring its unspoiled woodland or taking advantage of the many country walks in the local area, you''ll love our park and the addition of a new licensed bar and games room makes Letham Feus the perfect place to relax and unwind.

Open: 1 March – 31 October and 1 December – end January

There are other parks in the area, but only one Loch Lomond Holiday Park. Set in 13 beautiful, loch-side acres within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, this 5-star park (voted the Best Caravan Park in 2004) has landscaped terraces down to the loch-side and its own private beach. Owned and operated by the same family for over 50 years. All areas face the loch and the mountains beyond, with stunning walks in the hills behind. A perfect base for exploring further north, but not too far from the bright lights of Glasgow or the quieter delights of Helensburgh.

Open: beginning March – end October and December – January

Nestling in the hills and woodlands surrounding Loch Lomond, Lomond Woods Holiday Park is at the gateway to the National Park and right next to the Loch Lomond Shores Visitor Experience. This award-winning park offers caravan holiday homes and pine lodges for hire. Walkers and cyclists welcome and children welcome. Gold award-winner in the David Bellamy Conservation Award Scheme.

Open: all year

This quiet, friendly, family-run park benefits from outstanding views across Luce Bay to the Mull of Galloway and the Isle of Man. With all brand-new holiday homes in 2007, Luce Bay is the ideal location for exploring South West Scotland and its many attractions. There is good fishing and five golf courses nearby to choose from.

Open: March – end January

Milton of Fonab Caravan Park is a quiet, family-run park on the banks of the River Tummel, within walking distance of Pitlochry and the Festival Theatre. There are splendid golf courses in the area and trout and salmon fishing available close by. Pitlochry and the surrounding area is a walkers’ paradise.

Open: Easter – beginning of October

On the south side of Edinburgh, within the city boundary, a country estate with 100 acres of landscaped parkland. Beautifully maintained, Mortonhall Caravan Park is in a sheltered bowl, with southerly views to the Pentland Hills.

The classically designed stable block has the Stable Bar, which offers excellent bar food; otherwise, Edinburgh city centre is only a short trip on Lothian bus No. 11 and the night bus N11 for the later diner. The capital’s shopping, walking, arts and other leisure activities are on the doorstep.

Open: 14 March – 4 January

Beautiful scenery, ideal for walking, fishing, touring and quiet family holidays. Well situated for exploring the Clyde Valley. Near Glasgow, Edinburgh, the Ayrshire coast and the Scottish Borders.  Tourers, motor-homes and tents welcome.  Holiday homes for hire or sale. We are one mile from M74 J13. Travel south on A702 through Abington village and follow the signs down Station Road.

Open: 1 March – 31 October

Myrus Holiday Park is a quiet, family-run park between the historic fishing towns of Banff and Macduff. The park has been totally redeveloped over the past three years and has been awarded a 5-star grading by VisitScotland. Nearby are two golf courses, a driving range and coffee-shop adjacent to the park, plus swimming and fishing and miles of coastal trails and sandy beaches. Myrus is a great place to relax and is ideal for exploring the beautiful Moray Firth. We pride ourselves on our exceptionally clean and well-maintained park.

Open: 1 April – 31 October

Just a short stroll to the sand dunes and a beautiful marina, this really is the ideal location for a family holiday! Enjoy the magnificent views across the Moray Firth and championship golf courses nearby! Relax on the Park, with excellent facilities, such as an indoor pool with spa bath, kids’ club and crazy golf. Relax with a meal in Speldings Restaurant and catch some great live entertainment in the Drifters’ entertainment suite.

Open: mid-March – end October

Nether Craig is a stunning, 5-star retreat in the heart of the Angus Glens. Spectacular 360-degree views from the park. We pride ourselves in staying true to traditional family values and a friendly welcome awaits you. For 2009, all our accommodation is brand new, with top-of-the-range caravans and lodges.
(Awaiting STB rating)

Open: All year apart from 15 January to 15 February

This is a quiet, rural park on the shores of the Solway coast, offering total peace and relaxation in luxury holiday homes, lodges, bothies and wigwams. There is private beach access overlooking the Cumbrian hills, plus bird-watching, fishing, cycling, walking and golf nearby. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty and spectacular scenery. Luxury pampering suite, with sauna, hot-tub and swim-spa available on site for private hire.

Open: 7 January – 30 November

On the beautiful Ardnamurchan peninsula, this spacious, family-run park enjoys superb views in all directions. A haven for a range of wildlife, we are centrally positioned for exploring this peaceful and remote area. Facilities include laundry and motor-home service bay, slipway for boat launching, and art gallery. Thistle Award holiday homes for hire and sale. One and two-bedrooms lodges for hire all year. Pets welcome. Full colour brochure on request or visit our website. Resipole is on the A861, eight miles west of Strontian.

Open: 21 March – end October

This family-owned and family-run holiday park offers the very highest service and best of facilities, normally found only in top-class, five-star hotels, with an indoor, level deck pool 17m x 11m, jacuzzi, toddlers’ pool, steam room, sauna, standing tan, new multi gym and the renowned Loft Restaurant with its bistro and fine- dining room. Blair Atholl is the centre of Scotland, so where better to base your holiday!

Open: beginning March – end October

Riverview is a friendly, family-owned park which is maintained to an exceptionally high standard and enjoys magnificent views across the River Tay. The park borders the beach and a championship golf course, yet is only a 5-minute walk from shopping and supermarket in the village. The Park is graded Scottish Tourist Board 5 stars exceptional and our facilities include games room, adventure play-park, toilets and showers, laundry and leisure suite (including sauna, gymnasium and steam baths). It is an ideal touring base, with the perfect environment for both relaxation and outdoor pursuits.

Open: all year

Rosneath is located in 57 acres of beautiful parkland, along the shore of Gareloch, yet only an hour’s drive from Glasgow. You will find privacy and seclusion on our 5-star park. Plus adventure playground, trampolines and swings, indoor play area and crazy golf. Plus adventurous sports such as sailing, canoeing and windsurfing. Restaurant and bar and varied entertainment. Plenty to see and do in the area.

Open: 7 March – 7 January

Overlooking Sandend Bay and a short walk to Findlater Castle. The Whisky and Castle Trails are nearby. There are also some first-class golf courses in the area.

Open: 1 April – 10 October

Situated on the spectacular north west coast of Scotland, with uninterrupted views to the Isle of Skye and the Outer Hebrides, Sands is ideally situated for those looking for a relaxing break or the active holidaymaker wishing to explore the hidden gems of Wester Ross; we are a short drive to the famous Torridon mountains and the renowned Inverewe Garden. With our award-winning beach only a stone’s throw from the park, Sands has something for everyone.

Open: Mid-March - end October

Sands of Luce Holiday Park is situated right on the shores of Luce Bay. Our refurbished and modernised holiday park has its own welcoming lounge bar, shop and modern amenities. Boats can be launched from the park. The village of Sandhead is a short walk from the park and provides facilities for tennis, bowling, internet café, a friendly pub with restaurant and a village shop.

Open: 1 March – end January

Sandyhills Bay Leisure Park is in an area of outstanding natural beauty, at the foot of wooded hills and close to a sheltered sandy beach, which is one of the finest in the area. You can choose high-quality self-catering accommodation or take advantage of the thoughtfully laid-out caravan and camping pitches in the spacious wooded grounds. The Park is secluded, intimate and immaculately maintained – in short, it’s ideal for anyone looking for a relaxing, peaceful holiday beside the sea.

Open: 1 April – 31 October

Sauchhope Links is situated along the seashore, to the north east of and within walking distance of the ancient and charming fishing village of Crail, with its steep, narrow streets, harbour and sandy beach. The park is south-facing and has panoramic views over the sea to the Isle of May and beyond. Sauchope is spacious and thoughtfully designed and offers privacy and tranquillity for those seeking a quiet retreat. At the same time it also provides plenty of activities on-site and near the park.

Open: end February – 31 October for touring and camping

Open March to January for holiday home lets

This desirable family-run coastal park is well worth a visit.Situated in the picturesque village of Coldingham, it is unrivalled locally in position,within a few minutes walk of the safe, sandy beach of Coldingham Bay. Scoutscroft is close to the fishing village of St Abbs renowned for its marine reserve and recognized as one of the top diving locations in the Scotland. An ideal location for family,leisure and relaxation.

Open: 1 March – 30 November

Seaward Caravan Park is ideal for those looking for somewhere peaceful to relax and unwind. This small, exclusive park offers wonderful views over the River Dee, looking out towards Ross Island Lighthouse and beyond to the Irish Sea. Seaward's idyliic setting, superb landscaping and high standards of maintenance take the concept of comfort to new heights. There are luxurious holiday caravans for hire as well as pitches for touring and renting.

Open: mid-March – end October

Family holiday park offering self-catering caravans for hire. Tourers welcome. Situated 12 miles outside Edinburgh, on a frequent bus route to the city centre. Located opposite a rocky beach overlooking the Firth of Forth. Perfect for exploring the countryside and the coastal towns of East Lothian.

Open: 14 March – 27 October

Southerness is located at the foot of the beautiful Galloway Hills and you can walk straight on to a two-mile stretch of beach, with stunning views of the Solway Firth. Explore  Dumfries and Galloway or relax on the park! There are some fantastic facilities available, including an indoor pool, mini ten-pin blowing, kids' club and crazy golf. In the evening be sure to unwind and take advantage of our choice of bars and eating venues.

Open: Mid-March - end October

Close to historic castles and miles of Ayrshire beaches, Sundrum Castle Holiday Park sits in luscious, rolling countryside. There’s fun for all the family! Great facilities include an indoor pool complex with flume, crazy golf and kids’ clubs. Enjoy a bite to eat and a relaxing drink in the evening on the Tam o’ Shanter Bar terrace, before taking in some live family entertainment in the Kintyre entertainment venue.

Open: mid-March – end October