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26/5/2011 at 2:45pm
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Hi,

Just asking for a bit of help in deciding,,my family and I would like to go somewhere to test our new kalahari 10 tent,,trouble is, because of the weather,,we could not decide,,and dont want my kids to be bored if it is pouring though, so a bit of place to drive would be ideal.

So will it be better to go down or up? thnking of Blair Castle Caravan and Camping site or Eksdale in Cumbria,,

Please help,, dont want to waste my long weekend here in the house and if i cant decide,,hubby will just play black ops here in the house,,


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26/5/2011 at 3:54pm
 Location: N. Ireland
 Outfit: Elddis Avante 626 + Hyundai Sante Fe
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If it is this weekend you are wanting to go. you might be limited in the choice of sites you would have. Bank holiday weekends get booked up really quickly, but there may be space somewhere, especially if you dont want electric hook up.
Either of the two places can be dodgy with the weather, but then nowhere is exempt these days.
You call the two sites you mentioned, to see if they have availability.


26/5/2011 at 4:21pm
 Location: Northern England
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We love the SW of Scotland, Kirkcudbright area, quite a bit for the kids to do and very scenic. Doesnt get too busy either.

We stay at Seaward camp site if thats of any help!


26/5/2011 at 4:51pm
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This weekend isn't a holiday for us, don't know about rest of Scotland, we've got 6th June off. Might be luckier finding something up here in Scotland. Hope you get something.
Nicky


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26/5/2011 at 6:32pm
 Location: Cumbria
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If you go to Fisherground Campsite in Holmrook there's no need to book, it's a lovely site, but arrive early as poss for the Bank Hol weekend!

http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/sites/reviews.asp?revid=1080 



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26/5/2011 at 10:03pm
 Location: Northumberland
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Hi,
could try Argyll (cowal) theres great scenery and some nice secluded beaches, also only an hours drive to Glasgow. We took the kids last year, on the one rainy day we went to Xscape and the indoor ski slope, think theres also a theme park just south of Glasgow.

Mojo


26/5/2011 at 10:37pm
 Location: Ross on Wye
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Could be a problem at this late stage in getting either of your choices. Agree you need to check availability (especially if you need EHU), that may make make your mind up for you. Don't know Blair Castle but Eskdale is lovely (see attached photo). Showers are lovely but can imagine there could be problems if the site is full. There is a site just down the road (Fisherground which may have availability but has very limited EHU).

Good luck and hope the weather improves.

482



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27/5/2011 at 8:13am
 Location: Scotland
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Hi, I have this dilemma often - and I am from Scotland.  I love the Highlands and I love the lake district.  Re the Eskdale site above, it is my favourite in the lakes.  We were there last year at this time and the site was full but no problems using the spotless facilities.  Also, my hubby said it is the best, cleanest chemical point he has ever seen LOL.  Fisherground is a couple of miles down the road and also in a nice bit but I prefer Eskdale, mainly because of it is within walking distance to 3 child/dog friendly pubs which serves lovely meals, the smashing walks direct from the site and the views.  There is also the wee mini-railway 5 minutes walk from site that takes you to Ravenglass.

I've not been to Blair Castle but it gets very good reviews on here.



27/5/2011 at 11:56am
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Quote: Originally posted by mrsbudget on 26/5/2011
Hi,

Just asking for a bit of help in deciding,,my family and I would like to go somewhere to test our new kalahari 10 tent,,trouble is, because of the weather,,we could not decide,,and dont want my kids to be bored if it is pouring though, so a bit of place to drive would be ideal.

So will it be better to go down or up? thnking of Blair Castle Caravan and Camping site or Eksdale in Cumbria,,

Please help,, dont want to waste my long weekend here in the house and if i cant decide,,hubby will just play black ops here in the house,,
Hi.  We stayed at Blair Castle last weekend and had a great time.  The weather was not that great but the kids enjoyed themselves.  The playpark is good and there is a games room which my eldest son used.  I would not let the weather put you off.  Just get out there and make the most of it. 

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2015 Trips

January - Red Squirrel
February - Red Squirrel
March - Gimme Shelter
April - Elie
May - Noah's Ark
May - Riverside, Skipton
May - Blair Castle
June - Braithwaite Bridges
July - The Star
July - Witches Craig
July - Scone
August - Highburn House
September - Gimme Shelter


27/5/2011 at 9:52pm
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try lowther near penrith toilets and showers 10 out of 10.



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