Hensol Estate Holidays
4.87 /5
Set on the edge of Galloway Forest Park in Dumfries, Hensol Estate Holidays is a peaceful site that offers dog-friendly camping and glamping. The site provides electric and non electric grass pitches as well as a selection of glamping pods. Kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing and cycling are all available onsite, making it the perfect family adventure. Or, simply relax around the fire pit gazing up at the stars with your loved ones.
Why you'll love it at Hensol Estate Holidays
Runner up of Best Campsite Central and Lowland Scotland in our 2024 Camping and Glamping Awards
Set on the edge of Galloway Forest National Park, 20 minutes to Castle Douglas
Family and dog friendly with kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing and cycling all available onsite!
Off-grid, almost wild camping with hot showers, plus two lochs nearby and plenty of walks
About the site
Set on the edge of Galloway Forest Park and nestled between Woodhall Loch and Loch Ken, this quiet dark sky campsite is as close as you can get to wild camping without forgoing a hot shower. The site is off-grid and offers a selection of grass pitches, some unmarked without electric for free-pitching and others measuring a spacious 10m x 7m with electric hook up points, all suitable for tents and tourers. If you don't want the hassle of hammering in the tent pegs, you also have the option to book one of the heated glamping pods. The Bunk Bed glamping pod is great for a family of four with two bunk beds and two fold out beds. The Stargazer and Apex glamping pods sleep up to five with fold out beds. There is also a microwave, kettle, toaster, plus a fire pit outside. Please note, that all pods contain an electric meter which takes £1 and £2 coins and that all the pods are pet free apart from three of the Apex glamping pods. Bedding is not provided in any of the pods, so please bring your own. Shared facilities are just a short walk away. This wild, spacious site is perfect for adventurous friends, families, couples or solo travellers looking to reconnect with nature and explore all that Southern Scotland has to offer. You will be just 20 minutes from Castle Douglas and a 40 minute drive to Dumfries. Sit back and unwind against a backdrop of rolling hills and wildlife noises, or throw yourself into the onsite activities. Options include following the river walks that take you to RSPB private bird hides overlooking the Ken-Dee Marsh reserve, hiring kayaks, paddle boards or canoes, fishing in Woodhall Loch or cycling around Galloway Forest and finding hidden picnic spots. Thanks to the site's convenient location, you can reach a number of beautiful beaches within 30 minutes, such as Cardoness Beach. Exploring Kenmure Castle makes a great family day out, only ten minutes away. Four-legged friends are permitted on all camping and touring pitches, as well as in three of the Apex glamping pods. The other cabins do not allow dogs inside. Firepits are available to borrow on a first come first served basis, or bring your own! Perfect for nights spent gazing up at the starry night sky, so don't forget the marshmallows. Please note, that BBQs and fire pits must be raised from the ground to not cause any damage to the grass.
"The location was perfect for what I wanted"
Kazimierz Z
"What can I say, it was breathtaking"
Geraldine W
"The fire pits are a lovely touch and if clear, the stars are spectacular"
Stephen M
"Facilities were immaculate"
Jennifer R
"It truly felt like a slice of paradise"
Andrew F
"The owners, who went out of their way to make sure that everyone on site was well looked after"
Rebecca D
"Absolutely beautiful site, so peaceful and tranquil"
Nicola S
Hensol Estate Holidays is open from 04/04 to 25/10.
There are 63 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
34 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 5 people
Non electric grass pitch for tents and tourers. Pitches are unmarked.
7 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 5 people
Grass pitches with 16 amp electric hook up, for tents and tourers. Pitches are 10m x 7m.
10 x Electric Grass and Gravel Pitches
Max 5 people
Electric grass and gravel pitch for tents, trailer tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. Pitches are 10m x 7m.
Other accommodation
4 x Bunk Bed Camping Pod
Max 4 people
This pod contains two bunk beds and two fold out beds, as well as a microwave, toaster, kettle and fire pit. Bedding not provided. Metered electricity, each pod is fitted with a coin meter. No dogs are allowed in this pod. Shared facilities nearby.
2 x Stargazer Camping Pod
Max 5 people
This pod contains five fold out beds, a microwave, toaster, kettle and private firepit. Bedding not provided. Metered electricity, each pod is fitted with a coin meter. No dogs are allowed. Shared facilities nearby.
3 x Apex Camping Pods
Max 5 people
The Apex Glamping pod contains five fold out beds, a microwave, toaster and kettle and comes with its own fire pit. Bedding not provided. Metered electricity, each pod is fitted with a coin meter. Sorry, no dogs. Shared facilities nearby.
3 x Apex Camping Pods (Dog Friendly)
Max 5 people
The Apex Glamping pod contains five fold out beds, a microwave, toaster and kettle and comes with its own fire pit. Bedding not provided. Metered electricity, each pod is fitted with a coin meter. Dogs welcome. Shared facilities nearby.
4.87 /5
95%
would recommend
Fabulous site
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Gilliam H
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Loved the site, peaceful and quiet. Paddle boarding and a few shortish walks (up to 3 miles) on the doorstep and much more in 30 mins driving. Had a great time and would definitely come back. The only small point I would make would be a small stool in the showers would be great!
Amazing g of a campsite
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Alaina W
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Highly recommend this site. It’s rural and spacious. Loved picking our own pitch and the fact that it feels as though you’re wild camping with the sound of pheasants and owls at night from the tree line. It’s basic site but the facilities are well thought out with clean toilets and showers, an honestly shop and a kitchen with a fridge, freezer,, kettle and microwave. The fire pits and picnic tables are a nice touch and logs can be bought on site at any time via the honestly policy. The owners advised that we could paddle board on the estate and we had a lovely walk through the grounds with a view over the loch. Great location to visit Wigtown, Castle Douglas, Luce Bay and Mabie forest. Very reasonably priced site too. We’ll likely be returning
Spacious and peaceful
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Catherine R
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What a wonderful site. Facilities are basic but well kept and very clean. It is a spacious, relaxed and peaceful site, camping as camping should be. We will definitely be back ❤️
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