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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.
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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
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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ScreenName98E0A45BEB
Reviewed: 17/08/2024 07:08
Stunning campsite
Stunning campsite in a breathtaking location. Lovely staff, full of information and a friendly greeting everytime you see them The beach is amazing and just a very short walk from the site. Views from the van every morning we're stunning even when we had stormy weather. Site is no peaceful and quiet. John... Show more
ScreenName9F335A7703
Reviewed: 15/08/2024 10:27
Great beach!
Stopped over for 2 nights on our tour of the NC500. A friendly welcome on our arrival and when ever we saw the couple on site. Amenities all clean. Small shop in reception. Pitches were all grass so luckily the pitches were not sodden as our Motorhome May have sunk!... Show more
ScreenNameD0EA52B1C9
Reviewed: 09/08/2024 12:00
AMAZING!!!!
What a fantastic site!! Stayed in August for 6 nights, the site is well maintained by the most amazing staff Alan and Clare. Lovely welcome on arrival, reception area has a variety of frozen food, snacks and drink items available to buy at excellent prices.There are also NC500 items to... Show more
VickiYogi
Reviewed: 29/06/2024 10:25
Lovely beach site
Dunnet Bay is a fabulous spot. Right on the beach with a short walk over the dunes. Flat pitches. Wonderful walks and if you are a good hiker I recommend the headland walk to Dunnet Head but it is around a 5 hour hike there and bac! I saw Puffins... Show more
ClubMemberAF47836E17
Reviewed: 23/06/2024 21:48
Right next to beautiful beach
Perfect location when doing NC500 or just visiting the North Coast. The beach is right next to the camp site, the dogs loved it! Very friendly welcome and clean facilities. Site itself is just flat with no shelter for wind or shade from the sun.
ClubMemberDA73D3933B
Reviewed: 21/06/2024 17:43
Beautiful!
This site was in a very beautiful area - and the adjacent beach was stunning!!! Unfortunately the weather wasn't brilliant and it was so cold, despite being in June - but it didn't spoil our enjoyment!!
Site contact details
- Telephone:
- 01847 821319
Most recent reviews
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...
