# Rathlin Island Wild Camping — Camping in Ballycastle > Wild camping on Rathlin Island off Ballycastle takes tents and glamping, with pitches beside McCuaig's Bar and access to the RSPB Seabird Centre's puffins and clifftop walks. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/ballycastle/camping/rathlin-island-wild-camping (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Camping cabin✨ Glamping⛺ Tent Camping # Rathlin Island Wild Camping Rathlin Glamping, Co. Antrim, Rathlin Island, Ballycastle BT54 6RT, UK [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7723714685990348148&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** Rathlin Island Wild Camping is a camping cabin in Ballycastle, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 42 Google reviews, with pitches for tents and glamping. Details checked 6 August 2026 · source: Google Places Wild camping on Rathlin Island off Ballycastle takes tents and glamping, with pitches beside McCuaig's Bar and access to the RSPB Seabird Centre's puffins and clifftop walks. ## About Rathlin Island Wild Camping Rathlin Island sits six miles off the Antrim coast, reached by ferry from Ballycastle, and remains wonderfully unspoiled – wild camping only, with no formal facilities. Most campers pitch in the harbourside field beside McCuaig's Bar, whose welcoming owners are happy to accommodate tents (ring ahead to let them know you're coming). It's a brilliantly remote base for exploring the island's RSPB Seabird Centre, where colonies of puffins, guillemots, razorbills and kittiwakes put on a spectacular show, and for walking the clifftop paths with Atlantic views stretching toward the Giant's Causeway on the mainland. Note that dogs aren't permitted, and you'll be entirely self-sufficient gear-wise, but McCuaig's Bar provides hot meals and a cosy refuge after days spent birdwatching and beachcombing. Utterly special for anyone seeking true off-grid adventure. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Can I bring...? ⛺ Tent pitches ✓ Yes 🚐 Caravans welcome ✕ No 🚌 Motorhomes welcome ✕ No ✨ Glamping available ✓ Yes 🛖 Lodges & statics ✕ No ## Facilities 🚿 Hot showers ✓ 📶 Free WiFi ✕ 🏊 Swimming pool ✕ 🛒 Onsite shop ✕ 🎠 Children's play area ✕ 🍖 BBQs allowed ✕ 🔥 Campfires allowed ✕ 🧺 Laundry ✕ 🎣 Fishing ✕ 🛁 Hot tub ✕ ♿ Accessible facilities ✕ 🅿️ Hardstanding pitches ✕ 🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site ✕ No dogs allowed Restaurant nearby ## Takeaway & food delivery Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site. ### 🥡 Just Eat — 2 takeaways deliver to this postcode (BT54 6RT) Kebab Zone ★ 5.0 · Kebab, Indian Little Papas ★ 5.0 · Pizza, Kebab Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on [justeat.co.uk](https://www.just-eat.co.uk/) before ordering, as coverage can change. ## Nearest supermarkets Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival. - Co-op (small store), Ballycastle 6.6 miles - Lidl 19.5 miles - Tesco, Ballymoney 20 miles Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright). ## Location Rathlin Glamping, Co. Antrim, Rathlin Island, Ballycastle BT54 6RT, UK [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=55.2892635%2C-6.1905965) ## What visitors say Tim H ★★★★★ Amazing Experience ! Location, accommodation, cleanliness and condition were all excellent. We are 2x adults and 2x small kids. Lovely hosts, they came and picked up all our gear from the ferry terminal, access made sure we knew where everything was. The pods are only 10 mins walk from the ferry, in a beautiful secluded location surrounded by fields and right next to the sea. These are not negatives, but things to consider : 1. You need to bring your own bedding 2. Depending on how long you are there for consider bringing some kitchen basics such as tea / sauces / peeler etc 3. There is a shop, but it's opening hours and selection is fairly limited. 4. Bring cash ! Great time and kids loved the adventure. a month ago · via Google James Bell ★★★★★ I had a lovely time. Great location. Lovely views. Accommodation very clean and host was lovely. Came here with my twin boys aged 13 and they loved it too. Will definitely be back. 2 months ago · via Google Sam Caldwell ★★★★★ Spent a night here with probably the best weather of the year! I could sunbathe! So lucky! Probably my favourite place in NI at the moment! We’ll be back with more family! a month ago · via Google niall boyle ★★★★★ A short walk to far side of Church bay, lies the Pods. You'll see them as you arrive on the ferry. The view from them is fanatastic. 2 min walk takes you to the pub. A good base for exploring the island. Inside is spacious, clean and warm. Owner John and his wife are very friendly. 9 months ago · via Google [More campsites in Ballycastle](https://staycation.co.uk/ballycastle/camping) ★ 5.0 (42 reviews) [Book on Pitchup](https://www.pitchup.com/campsites/Northern_Ireland/Northern_Ireland/Co_Antrim/Ballycastle/rathlin-island-wild-camping/) [Visit website](https://rathlinglamping.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=campsite) [07715 897773](tel:07715897773) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Ballycastle **County** Co. Antrim **Dogs allowed** ❌ No (unconfirmed) **Electric hook-up** ❌ No 🏨 ### Prefer a hotel nearby? Browse hotels and B&Bs in Ballycastle. [Hotels in Ballycastle →](https://staycation.co.uk/ballycastle/hotels) ### 🏨 Prefer a roof? Stays near Ballycastle Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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