About
Campsite located in the heart of the RSPB’s Balranald Nature Reserve only metres from a beautiful sandy beach on the west coast of North Uist. Hear and see the elusive corncrake from your pitch. A bird watchers paradise and an ideal base for exploring the Uists.
We have 19 hard standing pitches with electric hook-up for motorhomes/caravans and 17 grass pitches for tents and campervans, 12 of which have electric hook-up. You can check availability and book online via our website.
The Corncrake Pod sleeps 2 people in single beds. Well equipped with fridge, microwave, kettle, crockery and cutlery, electric heater, lighting and bed linen supplied.
Our 2 modern heated amenities blocks provide electric showers (operated by £1 coin meter), toilets, wash hand basins, disabled facilities, drying room, dish washing and laundry facilities. Chemical toilet emptying (organic/green additive only), grey water emptying, drinking water filling points, bins and recycling facilities. Contactless payment available.
We have a small shop on site selling local produce (Lochmaddy Bay Prawns and smoked salmon), delicious Orkney ice cream, locally made gifts, maps, books, snacks and soft drinks.
The RSPB Visitor Centre is nearby providing guided walks during the summer months.
The Dunes Cabin is based on site from May to the end of September providing delicious soups, freshly filled sandwiches, homebaking, filter coffee, teas and snacks.
Guide Prices
- Number of Rooms / Units
- 36
| Room / Unit Type | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|
| Tent/caravan and Motor Home pitches | from £8.00 to £20.00 per unit per night |
*2022 Tariffs
Camping and Caravanning Rates (per night)
Backpacker and small tent (no car) £10
Small 1 Person Tent (with car) £12
Medium Tent (2-4 person)* £12
Large Tent (over 4 person)* £14
Campervan or Motorhome (under 8m)* £17
Large Motorhome (over 8m)* £19
Car and Caravan* £17
Electric hook-up £4
Awning £2
*Plus rate per person – see below
Adults (+16yrs) £2
Children 5-15yrs £1
Children under 5yrs FREE
Corncrake Pod – Sleeps 2 (Minimum 2 Night Stay)
1 April to 30 April 2022
£45 per night or £40 per night for a stay of 3 nights or more
1 May to 31 August 2022 £60 per night or £55 per night for a stay of 3 nights or more
1 September to 31 October 2022 £45 per night or £40 per night for a stay of 3 nights or more
Electric showers operated by £1 coin metre
All rates include VAT at the prevailing rate
Facilities
Catering
- Cafe / Restaurant available on site - The Dunes Catering Cabin - Open May to August
- Dairy Free
- Eating Out Facilities within 2 miles
- Gluten Free
- Shop within 2 Miles / Mobile Shop
Children
- Children Welcome
Domestic
- Microwave
- Public Toilet Facilities
- Shower
- Toilets
- Wash Hand Basin
- Washing Machine
Facilities
- Disabled Access
- Internet Access
- No Smoking Permitted
- Picnic Area
Languages Spoken
- Gaelic Speaking
Location
- Coastal Location
- Island Location
- Property On Farm
- Rural Location
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Debit Card
- Delta Card
- Electron
- Maestro Card
- Mastercard
- Switch Card
- VISA Card
Special Requirements
- Children Welcome
- Dogs Welcome
- Families
- Groups Welcome
- Pets Allowed
- Pets Welcome
- School Groups Welcome
- Senior Citizens
- Single Travellers
- Young People
Transport
- Disabled Parking
- Free Parking On-Site
- On Public Transport Route
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