Broom Caravan and Campsite

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Peaceful site on a 200-acre estate with beach access
A 25-minute drive from Dumfries and 35 from Carlisle
Seven coarse fishing lakes and fully stocked tackle shop on site

Calm water and a haven for nature, lakes sure are peaceful… so how do you fancy a stay on a 200-acre private estate with seven of them on site? Stays at Broom Caravan and Campsite come with (yep, you guessed it) seven lakes and an array of wildlife to spot, including the rare natterjack toad, badgers, deer, bitterns and dingy skipper butterflies. Keen anglers will be in heaven here – the site is 100 metres from Broom Fisheries’ bankside, so you can simply roll out of bed and set up for the day. The coarse fishing lakes are packed with a range of specimens, and there’s a fully stocked tackle shop on site for bait and other supplies. Four-legged friends are welcome, so feel free to bring one along for some company while you wander. There’s also access to a private beach for folk who'd like to swap lake views for seaside ones, and you can hire an outdoor photography hide on site to boost your chances of a face to face encounter with the local wildlife. When you’re up for venturing further afield, this spot makes a great base to see more of Dumfries and Galloway and beyond; guests can choose between historical market towns like Annan (less than 10 minutes’ drive) and livelier cities like Carlisle (35 minutes) when it comes to days out.

Site type

Open all year

Please note

The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Facilities/activities including fishing are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Fishing day tickets are available daily from the on-site tackle shop between 8am and 5pm. Fishing tackle is not available to hire.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

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Reviews

Location		10
Value for money		9
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		8
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		6

100% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite, primarily a fishing lake, offers a tranquil setting with a friendly welcome and clean, functional facilities. Visitors enjoyed the location, walks, and the helpfulness of the staff, with many expressing a desire to return. While cooking facilities within accommodation are limited, a kettle, toaster, fridge, and microwave are provided. A communal kitchen and seating area are being considered for the future.

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Arrival date (latest first)

A fishing lake + camp. Tranquil location, friendly, clean, functional.

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		8
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		6
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		2

Aug 2024 Anonymous

Abagail camping pod

Liked A campsite with a twist. Mainly a fishing lake, this quiet Location offers a friendly welcome, tranquility and clean, functional facilities.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Facilities clean, spacious pitch, enjoyed star gazing on the decking

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Accommodation		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		10

Apr 2024 Amy P.

Abagail camping pod

Liked Fabulous time at Broom. Just what we needed. Staff very friendly and always on hand if needed. Lovely walks surrounding and on-site, definitely be back!

Disliked There wasn’t anything to dislike we had a great time and will definitely be back! Thanks again

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Broom Caravan and Campsite

Broom Farm Estate

Newbie

Annan

Dumfries and Galloway

Scotland

DG12 5PF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.97995°N
3.30587°W

Nearest transport

Coach

1.8 mi Market Square

1.8 mi War Memorial

Rail

1.7 mi Annan Rail Station

9.7 mi Gretna Green Rail Station

10.1 mi Lockerbie Rail Station

Ferry

27.3 mi Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing

27.4 mi Keswick Ferry Landing

28.2 mi Hawes End Derwentwater Ferry Landing

Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

If you’re looking for an alternative to a day on the lake, immerse yourself in history instead. Annan Museum (less than 10 minutes’ drive) takes you through the history of the area, or you can talk money at the Savings Banks Museum (10 minutes), where there’s a fab piggy bank collection. Other options are the Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum (25 minutes), located on the site of the former RAF Dumfries airbase, and the Dumfries Museum (half an hour), with the world's oldest working camera obscura. As for historical sights, check out the triangular Caerlaverock Castle (25 minutes), which is surrounded by a moat and lawns, or the romantically named 13th-century Sweetheart Abbey (35 minutes). Alternatively, a visit to the grand Drumlanrig Castle and Gardens (50 minutes) can be topped off nicely with a treat in the tearoom. If shopping is on the cards, Gretna Gateway Outlet Village (20 minutes) is the place for some retail therapy. You can pay your respects to Scottish poet Robert Burns in Dumfries (25 minutes), taking in the statue, the mausoleum burial site and the museum at his former home, which houses various possessions including manuscripts and letters.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Southerness	13.7 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Excellent
Allonby	15.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Sandyhills	18 mi	Sea	N/A	N/A	Poor	Poor
Rockcliffe	21.1 mi	Estuary	N/A	Poor	Poor	Poor

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

World Famous Old Blacksmith's Shop Centre 9.8 mi

John Paul Jones Cottage Museum & Visitor Centre 12.5 mi

Robert Burns Centre 13.7 mi

Carlisle Castle 15.5 mi

Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens 23.7 mi

National Trust

Wordsworth House and Garden 22 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

CAMPFIELD MARSH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/11/2006) 4.1 mi

Hadrian's Wall Part 1 - Bowness-on-Solway to Carlisle 4.1 mi

Caerlaverock Castle and Nature Reserve 9.1 mi

Burgh Marsh and the Edward 1 Monument 10.7 mi

KIRKCONNELL MERSE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 14/08/2001) 11 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Extras

Facilities/activities including fishing are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
Refunds within the indicated cancellation period are only possible if the site is able to relet your unit/pitch.

Hired accommodation

No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Open fires are prohibited.

Vehicles

Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
No vehicle movement between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m..

Additional terms

Fishing day tickets are available daily from the on-site tackle shop between 8am and 5pm. Fishing tackle is not available to hire.

Payment terms

Frequently asked questions

Does Broom Caravan and Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Broom Caravan and Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Broom Caravan and Campsite? If you’re looking for an alternative to a day on the lake, immerse yourself in history instead. Annan Museum (less than 10 minutes’ drive) takes you through the history of the area, … Read more

Additional dog (2 max)		price varies
Dog (1 max)		£6 (£6) per night

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