Camping in Orkney
9 campsites, glamping sites and caravan parks
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Camping in Orkney means wide skies, coastal light and the chance to pitch within reach of ancient sites rather than crowds. Chalmersquoy Campsite in Stromness and the Orkney Caravan Park at The Pickaquoy Centre in Kirkwall suit those who want facilities close to shops, ferries and evening pubs, while Trumland Farm Campsite and Hostel on Rousay offers a quieter island base near the chambered cairns.
Smaller certificated locations such as Pool Farmhouse, Kingsdale and Stonehigh give campervanners simple, low-key stopovers away from the main towns, and Wheems Organic Farm Campsite on South Ronaldsay adds a working croft setting for those keen on home-grown food. Ayres Rock, near Deerness, covers both camping and hostel beds under one roof, handy if the Orkney weather turns and a warm room becomes the better option for a night or two.
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Chalmersquoy Campsite
Peaceful wildlife haven in the bay of rural Westray well suited to tourers with stunning wildlife nesting nearby.
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Trumland Farm Campsite and Hostel
Small organic farm site on Rousay, the island often called Egypt of the North
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Ayres Rock Hostel and Campsite
Hostel and campsite on Orkney's coast with showers, communal kitchen and on-site meals.
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Ayres Rock Orkney
A campsite near Isle Of Sanday
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Orkney Self Catering Caravan Holiday
Caravan site in Kirkwall with individual shower and toilet cubicles, kitchen facilities, and a lounge.
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Orkney Caravan Park at The Pickaquoy Centre
Well-equipped park a short walk from central Kirkwall and the leisure centre
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Stonehigh Certificated Location
Certificated campground in Orkney with showers, near Evie Primary School.
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Wheems Organic Farm Campsite
A campsite near South Ronaldsay
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Pool Farmhouse Orkney Certificated Location
A campsite near St Margarets Hope
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