# Hensol Estate Holidays β€” Camping in Castle Douglas > Hensol Estate Holidays near Castle Douglas welcomes tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping pods, with dark skies for stargazing and dogs allowed. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping/hensol-estate-holidays-castle-douglas (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Campground✨ Glampingβ›Ί Tent Camping🚐 Caravans🐾 Dogs Welcome # Hensol Estate Holidays Hensol Camp Site, Castle Douglas DG7 2NE, UK [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11556230016235011986&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** Hensol Estate Holidays is a campsite in Castle Douglas, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 167 Google reviews, with pitches for tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping. Details checked 6 August 2026 Β· source: Google Places Hensol Estate Holidays near Castle Douglas welcomes tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping pods, with dark skies for stargazing and dogs allowed. ## About Hensol Estate Holidays Hensol Estate Holidays sits in beautiful natural surroundings near Mossdale, where the peaceful atmosphere and dark skies make it a favourite with stargazers. The spacious pitches operate on a relaxed "choose your own pitch" system, spreading across grass and gravel with electric hook-ups available, plus a range of camping pods from cosy Apex options to quirky Stargazer models. Fire pits add to the ambience, and you can hire water sports kit to explore the local waters. Facilities are kept clean and well-maintained, including hot showers and a decent cooking area that campers consistently praise. The team here are genuinely welcoming, and dogs are more than welcome to join you. It's a straightforward, friendly base for exploring Castle Douglas and the surrounding Galloway countryside, ideal if you want space, natural beauty and a little freedom to do your own thing. ## Photos Photos via Google Visitors say this campsite offers spacious pitches, including a "choose your own pitch" system, and provides clean facilities with hot showers, toilets, and a well-equipped cooking area. They also highlight the peaceful and quiet atmosphere, beautiful natural surroundings, and opportunities for stargazing. Guests mention the friendly and welcoming staff, as well as the availability of fire pits and water sports equipment for hire. Summary via Google ## Can I bring...? β›Ί Tent pitches βœ“ Yes ⚑ Electric 🚐 Caravans welcome βœ“ Yes 🚌 Motorhomes welcome βœ“ Yes ✨ Glamping available βœ“ Yes πŸ›– Lodges & statics βœ• No ## Pitch types - β€’ 10 x Electric Grass and Gravel Pitches - β€’ 34 x Non Electric Grass Pitches - β€’ 7 x Electric Grass Pitches - β€’ 3 x Apex Camping Pods (Dog Friendly) - β€’ 2 x Stargazer Camping Pod - β€’ 4 x Bunk Bed Camping Pod - β€’ 3 x Apex Camping Pods Pitch details as listed by the booking provider β€” availability and exact pricing shown at checkout. ## Lodges & pods - πŸ›– 4 x Bunk Bed Camping Pod - πŸ›– 2 x Stargazer Camping Pod - πŸ›– 3 x Apex Camping Pods - πŸ›– 3 x Apex Camping Pods (Dog Friendly) ## Hook-up ⚑ Electric hook-up βœ“ πŸ”Œ EV charging βœ• ## Facilities 🚿 Hot showers βœ“ πŸ“Ά Free WiFi βœ“ 🏊 Swimming pool βœ• πŸ›’ Onsite shop βœ• 🎠 Children's play area βœ• πŸ– BBQs allowed βœ• πŸ”₯ Campfires allowed βœ“ 🧺 Laundry βœ• 🎣 Fishing βœ• πŸ› Hot tub βœ• β™Ώ Accessible facilities βœ• πŸ…ΏοΈ Hardstanding pitches βœ• 🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site βœ• 🚻 Toilets on site βœ“ Allow pets on site Electric hookups Family friendly Showers Toilets Drinking water Fires allowed WiFi No W.C. disposal ## Takeaway & food delivery Handy if you fancy a night off cooking β€” here's what delivers near this site. ### πŸ₯‘ Just Eat β€” 1 takeaway delivers to this postcode (DG7 2NE) Marios β˜… 1.5 Β· Pizza, Kebab Checked 26 Aug 2026 β€” 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, Castle Douglas 7.4 miles - Tesco, Castle Douglas 7.5 miles - Aldi, CASTLE DOUGLAS 7.7 miles - Sainsbury's, Newton Stewart 16.3 miles - Lidl, Dumfries 19.4 miles - Morrisons 19.5 miles Straight-line distances β€” the drive will be longer. Store data Β© [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright). ## Location Hensol Camp Site, Castle Douglas DG7 2NE, UK [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=55.0055151%2C-4.0807618) ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours ## What visitors say Peter Gibb β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Very nice site in a great location for some of the cycling routes around that area and the loch is nearby for water sports. Very relaxed atmosphere, pick your own space and set up with little or no supervision, everyone seemed to manage that sensibly. The site is very large on varying levels so even though it was fairly busy everyone was well spaced out. Lots of families and a few groups but was very quiet and peaceful at night. Some basic shower and toilet facilities but I was self sufficient in my camper so didn’t use those. The only negative was the amount of animal droppings on the ground where I pitched up, other than that it was great. 2 months ago Β· via Google Robin Read-Challen β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Really lovely campsite in a gorgeous location. We stayed on the grass pitches, which had great facilities including a fridge, kettle and toaster! We enjoyed the laid back 'choose your own pitch' system, and loved using the fire pit. I also found the campsite to be lovely and quiet at night. Would love to come back and I've already recommended it to a few of my friends. 2 months ago Β· via Google VanVenturesScotland β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Fantastic Campsite where you can choose your own pitch when you arrive, we staying in the camping field which comes with its own fire pit (wood must be purchased from site Β£10 per bag) which comes with logs , kindling and fire starters. The facilities were kept clean and the showers were very hot. The pitches are spread out so you feel like you have your own little area. ❀️ The owners were friendly and helpful. Highly recommend staying here, we will be back! 3 months ago Β· via Google carl steel β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Lovely quiet area, with amazing views and wide open areas, sky was particularly beautiful at night. close by wood with scenic walks. We stay on the gravel and grass electric site, that has a nice amount of space and close enough hook-up, toilets were clean and well built. no hand towels ( not an issue just for future guests to know). 3 months ago Β· via Google [More campsites in Castle Douglas](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/camping) β˜… 4.8 (167 reviews) 92% of guests would recommend this site From Β£30 per night [Book on Pitchup](https://www.pitchup.com/campsites/Scotland/Scotland/Dumfries_and_Galloway/Castle_Douglas/hensol-estate-holidays/) [Visit website](http://www.hensolestateholidays.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=campsite) [07814 758438](tel:07814758438) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Castle Douglas **Dogs allowed** βœ… Yes **Electric hook-up** βœ… Yes **Payment** Cards, Contactless 🏨 ### Prefer a hotel nearby? Browse hotels and B&Bs in Castle Douglas. [Hotels in Castle Douglas β†’](https://staycation.co.uk/castle-douglas/hotels) ### 🏨 Prefer a roof? Stays near Castle Douglas Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability β†’](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCastle%2BDouglas%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link ## Report an issue Spotted something wrong with Hensol Estate Holidays's page β€” closed, wrong details, broken link? Let us know. ## Quick answers ### Is Hensol Estate Holidays any good? Hensol Estate Holidays is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 167 Google reviews. ### Is Hensol Estate Holidays dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Hensol Estate Holidays. ### What facilities does Hensol Estate Holidays have? Hensol Estate Holidays has Wi-Fi, showers and electric hook-up. ### How do I contact Hensol Estate Holidays? 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