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Dunnet Bay
Northern Scotland
Dunnet Bay
Why stay here ...
OFFERS*: Kids for £1 (aged 5-17) | Under 5s stay free | £5 refundable deposit
A good choice for those who enjoy solitary tranquillity, at Dunnet Bay Club Campsite in Scotland you can admire the stunning views over clean washed sands to lovely Dunnet Head, the northernmost point of the British mainland. Located in Dunnet, Thurso, the campsite is in an area of vast natural beauty - it's a perfect location to unwind from the bustle of day to day life.
Dunnet Bay Club Campsite is ideal for walking expeditions and offers great nearby dog walking too. If you climb Dunnet Head you will be treated to magnificent views over the Pentland Firth to Orkney and a great part of the north coast to Ben Loyal and Ben Hope. To take in local restaurants as well as some retail therapy, a day trip over to Orkney from John O'Groats or Scrabster won't disappoint, in fact you can island-hop the string of islands by both boat and coach. If you're a keen birdwatcher, you can take a ferry trip around the Stacks of Duncansby to see a wealth of seabird life. Anglers are spoilt for choice with sea fishing by boat from Scrabster, fishing from the beach or freshwater fishing nearby. Sites of historic interest include the majestic Castle Mey and Mary Anne's Cottage, a museum detailing crofting life.
Please Note: Reception at this site may close earlier than 8pm and staff may not be available to greet you. If this is the case, don’t worry, you can still arrive on site until 8pm. We will simply contact you on your day of arrival with details of how to check-in. Please ensure your contact details are up to date on your Membership profile.
To contact the campsite directly, please call 01847 821319.
*T&Cs
£5 Deposit: FREE cancellations and FREE amendments up to 21 days before arrival.
Prices
Pitches
| Touring pitch types | Awning | Without Awning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard (electric & grass) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Other pitch types | |
|---|---|
| Tent (electric & grass) |
Yes |
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Great savings on days out
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Directions
From East (John O'Groats) on A836: the site is on the right about 0.5 mile past Dunnet village. From West (Thurso) on A836: the site is on the left about 2.5 miles past Castletown village.
Sites key:
- Postcode:
- KW14 8XD
- GPS:
- Lat 58.61518 / Lon -3.34561
- Plan a route to this site
- OS field ref:
- ND219705
- OS map ref:
- 12
- Handbook map ref:
- F20
Transport links
- Bus stop within 1 mile
- Buses go to: John O'Groats and Thurso
- Daily public Transport within 1 mile
Reviews
Lucy Cooke
Reviewed: 09/05/2025 14:28
Friendly wardens and clean facilities
Such a lovely site and next to a world-class beach. Found everything to be super clean and the wardens very friendly and efficient.
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Baz
Reviewed: 02/05/2025 14:52
Great club site
Stayed in mid April for 4 nights on my tour around Scotland. I was solo with a caravan and my dog Bella. Checkin was excellent with great customer service from the staff that run it. Excellent facilities and very clean and great pitches with amazing views over the beach... Show more
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Samantha Mills
Reviewed: 28/04/2025 15:04
Lovely stop on NC500 right on the beach
We stayed for a night on a trip on the NC500. We had a choice of pitch although most of the ones right at the front were taken we found a lovely pitch! The warden came round later and checked our electric was working as of course we had missed... Show more
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Helen
Reviewed: 19/04/2025 18:12
Fantastic
We have just spent two nights at the campsite and loved it ! Location is fab, right on the beautiful beach, perfect as well if you have a dog. The Wardens were so helpful and nothing was too much bother. We were there for pizza night which were delicious and... Show more
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Louise Cowell
Reviewed: 14/04/2025 13:35
Beautiful Campsite
The camp site was located by the beach, and close to a forest walk. The wardens were helpful and friendly. It was well run and relaxed clean and tidy. The beach was beautiful and we would definitely stay at this site again. Thank you.
Louise Cowell
Reviewed: 14/04/2025 13:32
Beautiful Site
The camp site was located by the beach, and close to a forest walk. The wardens were helpful and friendly. It was well run and relaxed clean and tidy. The beach was beautiful and we would definitely stay at this site again. Thank you.
Pauline Grace
Reviewed: 10/04/2025 17:50
Fantastic site
Amazing location by the beach, and a lovely area of forest walk. The wardens were so friendly and helpful and made us very welcome. It was very well run but in a lovely relaxed way. Thank you
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Amanda south
Reviewed: 08/04/2025 21:10
Lovely site
We arrived an hour before book in park in car park next door went to see ward and said I know we can’t get on till 1pm, I would like to know can we park in car park yes you can so stopped had our lunch the at 1 pm... Show more
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Peter Ogg
Reviewed: 02/04/2025 20:51
Doggo’s delight
Stunning view in a fantastic and peaceful setting right on the beach would definitely stay at this site again when back in this neck of the woods
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Martin Brydges
Reviewed: 04/12/2024 03:10
Great views
Great views of the bay and easy access to the beach and friendly welcome on arrival will be back in the future
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Site contact details
- Telephone:
- 01847 821319
Most recent reviews
Lucy Cooke
Reviewed: 09/05/2025 14:28
Friendly wardens and clean facilities
Such a lovely site and next to a world-class beach. Found everything to be super clean and the wardens very friendly and efficient....
