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Red Squirrel Campsite ( Formerly Glenmidge Smithy )
Auldgirth
Dumfries
Dumfries and Galloway (Browse area)
DG2 0SW
Tel: 01387 740328 or 07766 986464
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Opening Updates
We are currently taking bookings for arrivals from 01/05/2025 onwards.
To enquire about a booking or for more information please contact us
Description
This is a club member only site - you may be able to join on site - please check direct with the site
This is an adults only site
Pitches: 10
Opening Dates next year: 01/05/2025 to 31/10/2025
CCC members only joining available
An extremely pleasant well maintained small family run site, quiet and secluded.
We are situated in a small hamlet in the Nith Valley, 8 miles north of Dumfries. The area offers peace and tranquility in gorgeous countryside, where there is an abundance of wildlife, including the now very rare Red Squirrel. now very scarce to find
Exploring the South West corner of Scotland could not be easier from this location, with a wealth of attractions and activities to explore and experience. Watch Hamish produce his prize winning honey or visit his Aipery out on the hill.
Fish the River Nith 2 miles for trout or Grayling permits available
A warm welcome awaits you from Hamish and Margaret Steele who are only too willing to help make your's a special holiday.
Camp Site Facilities include:
chemical disposal point and 14 amp hookups.
There are country hotels with bar and restaurant facilities within 2 miles and they offer excellent home made country fare
Nearby Attractions
The area has an excellent network of quiet country roads, walking, cycling, Birdwatching or just relax and unwind. The Solway coastline is also well worth a visit.
Drumlanrig Catle, Thornhill (8 miles) is a magnificant home to the Duke of Buccleugh set in a beautifully kept estate. With great bike trail and forest walks.
If you need more of a challenge the 7stanes mountian bike trails are within easy reach.
Caerlaverock Castle and Bird Santuary offers a paradise for keen bird watchers.
There are good walks right from your caravan door and excellent river fishing for Brown Trout, Sea Trout and Salmon within 3 miles.
over 1 mile Trout and Grayling fishing £10 per day
Glenmidge is also a perfect site for stargazers being located in an area with no light pollution.
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| Pitch Types |
 No Tents |
 Caravan Pitches |
 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 No Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 Hardstanding Pitches |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
 Caravan Storage |
| Who's it for |
 Adults Only |
 Club Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
 Motorbikers Welcome |
| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 No Baby Changing |
 No Laundry |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 Battery Charging |
 No Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 Kitchen Facilities |
 Freezer / Fridge |
 No Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop <5 miles |
 Bar <5 miles |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 Wild Swimming <1 mile |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 Cycle Hire <5 miles |
 Golf <5 miles |
 No Tennis |
 Beach <5 miles |
 Watersports <10 miles |
 Boat Launch / Mooring <10 miles |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 Campfires not Allowed |
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 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport <1 mile |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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Site Location Map ( Click here to see all sites within 10 miles of this location )
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Owner Directions
Please follow the link above to the map for directions.
From Dumfries follow A76 for 7 miles to Auldgirth. At Auldgirth shop turn left (sign posted Penpont/Dunscore) after 1 mile turn right (sign posted Keir/Penpont/Glenmidge)take 2nd left after 1 mile (sign posted Glenmidge) come down into Glenmidge at bottom of hill at the T junction turn right then first left into site
Contact us At glenmidge@gmail.com Or Mob 07766986464
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Common Questions
Where is the nearest shop to Red Squirrel Campsite ( Formerly Glenmidge Smithy )? There is a shop within 5 miles
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Is Red Squirrel Campsite ( Formerly Glenmidge Smithy ) dog friendly? YES
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