Edinburgh Club Campsite

Rated 4 of 5

Rated 3 of 5

Peace and quiet

Rated 3 of 5

Facilities and cleanliness

Rated 4 of 5

Location

Rated 3 of 5

Good for families

3 nights in Feb

We ( family of 3) visited for 3 nights in February. Site itself was a typical site. Fairly tidy. Half the site was closed off, assuming because of low season. Family also tried to book, but was told was fully booked. Unfortunately this was not the case as there were around 4/5 empty pitches each night we were there. Children’s park looked good my 9 year old said, but unfortunately this was also closed (much to his disappointment). Aircraft noise didn’t bother us at all. To be expected when you are on the flight path. Local vicinity was ok, noticed the homeless people wandering, but were not bothered really. Used the local bus service into town. This was easy to use. Would probably come again if in Edinburgh again. A little bit expensive to stay. But this is the trend for all sites now I think.

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BonsandSeb

Motorhomer

Reviewed on 19/02/2023 20:27

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Rated 4 of 5

Rated 3 of 5

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 3 of 5

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Rated 3 of 5

Good for families

Good Site but too expensive

Having read mixed reviews of this site for years, we booked for a week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve The welcome was excellent, very polite and helpful - I know I’m growing older but the wardens aren’t half getting younger nowadays Nice pitch (71) and toilet block was fine, although dated compared to some sites, it was very clean and even though it was the old type showers there was plenty of hot water and good pressure too The dish washing area was outside which was a bit cold at this time of year One issue to note with the site is that the pathway to reception alongside the dog walk is dangerous as it’s mostly unlit (apart from a solar light that runs out of power after some time and one low level lamppost about halfway down) and there is a 2” drop off the side of the tarmac path onto the gravel where I slipped off one night and twisted my ankle but it wasn’t serious so I didn’t bother reporting it, but take care if you go down the path at night Took a trip into Edinburgh with Graham on his minibus and that was great and well worth the money, went in at 10.30 and returned at 4.30 which was enough for us after a walk down George St and St James shopping centre and Princes St and found some great places for having coffee, lunch and a few drinks - Graham was very knowledgeable about places to go etc The area around the site isn’t very salubrious with litter strewn in quite a few places and blocks of flats and a migrant hotel not far from the site to the left but we didn’t experience and problems and did plenty of walking around which was nice, the site still appears to have security issues as lock up sheds have been provided for bikes etc Phone signal was great on EE, Vodafone and O2 My only real complaint is the cost at £48 per night is ridiculous and other popular sites like Chatsworth are even more expensive at £51 per night - I fear that there will be a drop off in terms of people using these sites, we have been members for 38 years and for the first time have hesitated to make bookings due to the current site pitch costs

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Curzonparkboy

Motorhomer from Flintshire

Reviewed on 02/01/2023 16:30

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Rated 4 of 5

Peace and quiet

Rated 2 of 5

Facilities and cleanliness

Rated 5 of 5

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Rated 5 of 5

Good for families

Toilet block let’s site down

On arrival the wardens were very helpful and pleasant, we found our pitch and the site itself was very tidy even for this time of year. The location of the site is great and the warden explained how to get into the city centre via the bus service. The toilet block themself are very clean, but these are well overdue a refurb, this is by far the worst toilet block we have had on club sites and even private sites. Hopefully the camc has this site on the list to refurbish the toilet blocks.

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Caravanner

Reviewed on 11/12/2022 15:43

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Rated 4 of 5

Rated 3 of 5

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Rated 2 of 5

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 4 of 5

Good for families

Disappointed

Having been to this site numerous times over the last twenty years we now feel it is not value for money compared to other independent sites. Our main complaint is the toilet blocks require to be upgraded as they are definitely showing their age , as the site has two blocks with only one being used during low season surely one could be updated at this time. We do hope the Club listen to their members comments as I have noted other reviews stating similar complaints. Thanks

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scotontour

Reviewed on 27/11/2022 21:04

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 5 of 5

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Rated 4 of 5

Good for families

Excellent and Professional staff/site

I absolutely loved this site , a few of the reviews I find very “touchy” on the general condition of this site . The air traffic hardly causes any issues as I see it , maybe some noise for a few seconds when there is a plane overhead . Firstly it’s in an excellent area for visiting both Leith and Edinburgh City , there are great facilities, Morrisons, ALDI, plenty take-always. The information centre is great. Staff were superb and all facilities were working well. To say the facilities require an upgrade for me is way off the mark, everything is clean ( very) functional, accessible and well looked after. We can all agree that the costs of some sites are expensive, however that’s an issue to take directly with the company. This is a great site and I’d have no hesitation returning.

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Campervanner

Reviewed on 23/11/2022 12:28

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 5 of 5

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 3 of 5

Good for families

Still good enough to return again

Generally quiet and peaceful with no football being played on adjacent sports fields this visit, but a lot of planes coming into Edinburgh Airport cannot be ignored if you are on the north side of site. Endless attractions in and around Edinburgh. Parking can be expensive so make use of the very good bus service, the bus stop being a brisk 5 minute walk from the site. There is a minibus service between the site and city centre. Normally we take our bikes to explore the city on an extensive set of cycle paths but on this September visit we chose not to take them after using the Club's bike lockers last time because of safety concerns. Wardens were super helpful with ideas and advice, keeping the site clean and well presented on top of the enormous task of hedging and tree pruning on this well screened, spacious site,

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mobilebedsit42

Caravanner from Ayrshire

Reviewed on 06/11/2022 20:09

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Rated 4 of 5

Rated 3 of 5

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Rated 3 of 5

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Rated 5 of 5

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Rated 2 of 5

Good for families

Wardens are great but desperately needs a refurb

We have just returned from this site and firstly I must say that the wardens on site were great, very friendly, most helpful and always of a cheery manner, could not fault them at all. The pitches on the site are of a good size and whole area is kept beautifully, what lets it down are the toilet blocks, although kept clean, they are well past their sell by date and definitely need refurbishing, things are just looking tatty and no matter how much scrubbing or bleach to use it will not get rid of the problem. This is an expensive site to stay at it was £43.70 per night on a service pitch. I know this is peak times etc, but CAMC, come on, if I am paying that I expect the very best. On an aside we went for the tattoo, (which was awesome) and arranged Graham to pick us up and collect from the site and take us to the venue, he sadly did not show up at 8pm as it transpired he had an airport run which delayed him, so he said. Fortunately another taxi dropped off and we got in to the city in time, by this time it was 8.35 pm. The couple who were waiting as well contacted graham, but could not get a definitive answer as to when he would arrive. I spoke to him and got no change asking if he would take us back, he then rang me back saying he had space for us. He did take us back but stated under no circumstances was he taking the other couple back, which was not good at all. I mentioned this to the wardens and they were very surprised as they said Graham was very reliable. At the end of the day we got to see the show, but it was just disappointing that we had this problem. Would we return, well if they refurb it, yes, but as it stands at the moment no.

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Spanna

Reviewed on 29/08/2022 10:07

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 5 of 5

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Rated 5 of 5

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Rated 5 of 5

Good for families

Great site for Edinburgh

I want to start by saying a massive Thank You to Ray, he helped us out at the last minute when we were let down by the site we were booked in. This site is perfect for Edinburgh, as said before it’s £8 return per person with Graham, but that is door to door service, yes the bus is cheaper as it always will be, but it is a tidy walk to the stop. The pitches are large, we fitted our twin axle and 3m awning and car comfortably. The facilities were very clean, I could not fault them, a little dated but tons of hot water. The site is under an air path but I’ll be honest after the first few hours you don’t notice them at all, and it’s something I would normally notice. As for Asylum seekers at a hotel, yes so what, they bothered nobody, it was families. It’s a great walk along the promenade and dogs are allowed on the beach. Every member of staff I spoke to where very helpful and friendly. Thank you Ray for saving our holiday *****

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Caravanner

Reviewed on 26/08/2022 17:08

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Rated 4 of 5

Rated 3 of 5

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 3 of 5

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Rated 3 of 5

Good for families

Pricey for what you get

This was our first experience of a caravan and motorhome club site after joining this year. Unfortunately during our stay I cancelled any further membership as I was disappointed with the value for money, it is costly to stay here and as other reviewers have mentioned you are On a busy flight path for Edinburgh airport, and there are two homeless hostels directly opposite the site which gives a feel of a run down area. The shower and toilet block was kept nice and clean but it was dated and in need of some repairs. No shop on site even though it claims to have one it is merely a couple of shelves with UHT milk, Pringles and a couple of tinned items and a domestic freezer with some ice creams. The electric on the site is clearly an issue no more than 1 appliance at a time and the shower block lost all power needing to be closed on our last evening, there was a slightly smaller block on the other side of the site but with so many people needing to use it, it became an issue. We used the minibus and Graham was a great character but it was quite expensive also at £8 each return where the public bus was £3.60 each return. No near shops for supplies, a good 25 minute walk to Morrisons along the unlit path. We loved Edinburgh but would not stay at this site if visiting again in the future.

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Campervanner

Reviewed on 31/07/2022 18:25

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Rated 4 of 5

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Rated 5 of 5

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Rated 5 of 5

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Rated 5 of 5

Good for families

Second stay

We have just returned from a 9 day stay at the site and it was every bit as good as we remembered from 5 years ago. The Wardens are very friendly and nothing is too much trouble. Just want to call out a massive thanks to Ian & Michelle who took pity on us and ran us to the car hire depot when we were let down by the taxi company - and they were on the way in their motorhome to their next relief warden jobs in Kendal! That really is going the extra mile! The facilities on site are spotless and the grounds kept in tip top order. Bus stops are a short walk away and at £1.80 single fare, a real bargain. We only had the car hire for half our stay so relied on the bus in and out of town with no complaints. The aircraft noise is there but to be honest it didn’t really affect us and we tuned out to it after a couple of days. It stops about 11pm and doesn’t start until 6.30/7.00 am so no big issues - unless you live in the middle of nowhere! Some visit tips - Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh Botanical Gardens, Falkirk Wheel and The Kelpies, The Real Mary King’s Close underground Tour, afternoon tea on The Fingal ship at Ocean Terminal. We had a great time but unfortunately won’t be back as whilst we were away we sold the motorhome and she is shortly moving onto pastures new for new adventures. Thank you Edinburgh site for making our last motorhome holiday a great success.

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Les Snowdon

Motorhomer

Reviewed on 30/07/2022 19:16

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