Barra Sands Campsite

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Tent pitches in the foreground and campervan/motorhome pitches in the background
Tent pitches in the foreground and campervan/motorhome pitches in the background
Grass pitches
Grass pitches with hook-up points
Electric pitches with sea views
View of site from the opposite hill
The view upon arriving by boat
Beach within walking distance of the site
Sandy beach
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Grass pitches
Grass pitches with hook-up points
Electric pitches with sea views

  • Peaceful site at the northern tip of Barra Island, Outer Hebrides
  • CalMac ferry terminal 10 minutes’ drive; Castlebay 20 minutes
  • Walking access to sandy beaches; barbecues allowed on site
The rugged island of Barra, in the Outer Hebrides, is a top spot for a camping adventure, and Barra Sands Campsite, at its northernmost tip, is an excellent base from which to take in windswept beaches and assorted wildlife (from seals to birds of prey), not to mention the unusual spectacle of aircraft landing right on the sand at Barra Airport (five minutes’ drive), in the bay of Traigh Mhòr. A short walk through the fields takes you to the vast sandy expanse of Traigh Sgurabhal, a fairly sheltered beach with shallow waters for bathing; or you can hike the 10 minutes to Traigh Eais, a west-facing beach backed by sand dunes, where you might catch some pretty spectacular sunsets. Along the west coast, there are also beaches with rockpools where the kids might find crabs and other marine creatures. Further afield, you might want to visit Allasdale Bay (15 minutes), also known as Seal Bay – guess why? – or the deserted village of Buaile nam Bodach (15 minutes). In addition to its spacious pitches, this peaceful family-friendly site has a number of facilities, including ladies’ and gents’ toilet and shower blocks, a washing machine and drying lines, plus an indoor washing-up area. For dinner, you can buy some freshly caught fish in Northbay (10 minutes) and grill it on the barbecue; for anything else you might need in the way of provisions, there are shops in Castlebay (20 minutes).

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RV & Motorhome sites 10
Caravan sites 6
Tent sites 20
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  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.8

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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

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100% would stay here again

What customers say

Great campsite, friendly staff, amazing views & clean facilities. Close to a lovely beach, good pitch spacing & peaceful vibe. Some found it windy & Wi-Fi was patchy, but overall a ripper stay.

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Everything, great loos and shower, v…

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Helen C.

Power optional grass caravan site

Liked Everything, great loos and shower, v hosp hosts!

Disliked Nothing

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Great spot. Short walk to the…

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Anonymous

Power optional grass caravan site

Liked Great spot. Short walk to the beach. Nice people.

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Everything. The pitch was spacious…

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Liz R.

Power optional grass caravan site

Liked Everything. The pitch was spacious and the facilities were clean and well looked after. The proximity to the beach was a big plus.

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Stunning location. Excellent host. Clean and…

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Anonymous

Power optional grass tent site

Liked Stunning location. Excellent host. Clean and well maintained facilities and site.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite. Very friendly and welcoming.…

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Maggie D.

Power optional grass caravan site

Liked Lovely campsite. Very friendly and welcoming. Fabulous beach and shore walk. Lovely for swimming. Campsite well maintained. Definitely going back.

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Absolutely beautiful campsite ran by an…

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Katie C.

Power optional grass tent site

Liked Absolutely beautiful campsite ran by an absolute gent

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good small unspoilt site which would recommend to others.

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Anonymous

Power optional grass caravan site

Liked Proximity to beach
Good on site facilities
Warm welcome
Simple authenticity
Good spacing between pitches
Heard and saw corncrakes

Disliked Had to pay for shower. Could be included in pricing.

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Perfect

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Anonymous

Power optional grass caravan site

Liked Facilities, friendliness of welcome, showers, countryside

Disliked Nothing at all

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Friendly owner, clean and warm facilities…

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Helen W.

Power optional grass caravan site

Liked Friendly owner, clean and warm facilities with good showers. Beautiful views all around. Lovely part of the island.

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Recommended camping for anyone seeking a peaceful, natural site.

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JOHN R.

Power optional grass tent site

Liked Location fantastic - lovely views, beautiful beach a few minutes walk away and the added bonus of a corncrake in the next field.
Good facilities, well maintained.

Disliked Windy site, despite presence of some windbreaks. Make sure you set your tent right!

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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 Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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

Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Barra Sands Campsite

12 Eoligarry

Isle of Barra

Hebrides

Scotland

HS9 5YD

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

57.04665°N
7.43761°W

Route directions

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Nearest transport

Ferry
4.7 km Aird Mhor Barra Ferry Terminal
8.3 km Eriskay Ferry Terminal
10.8 km Castle Slip Ferry Landing
Airport
2.4 km Barra North Bay Airport
47.8 km Benbecula Balivanich 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

When you think you’ve got to know Barra, head to the CalMac terminal (10 minutes' drive) and catch a ferry to neighbouring Uist, where you can visit the remains of 18th-century Ormacleit Castle or the ruined home of Jacobite heroine Flora MacDonald before heading to Loch Druidibeag for a spot of birdwatching. Also on Uist (specifically North Uist) is Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum & Arts Centre, where displays, photographs and a sculpture trail illustrate the local Gaelic heritage. You might also catch musical performances here, or just grab a bite to eat from the on-site café. The Hebridean Way, which links Vatersay (half an hour) to the Butt of Lewis, on Lewis and Harris, is a long-distance hiker or cyclist’s dream, taking in 10 islands with spectacular coastlines, hilly landscapes and archaeological sites like Cladh Hallan, where some prehistoric mummies were unearthed in the early 2000s.

Cycle routes

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

Other

Eriskay 8.6 km

A Circuit of Heaval and Hartaval 9.8 km

DRIMORE FARM (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/02/2005) 32.5 km

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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Barra Sands Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Barra Sands Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Barra Sands Campsite? When you think you’ve got to know Barra, head to the CalMac terminal (10 minutes' drive) and catch a ferry to neighbouring Uist, where you can visit the remains of 18th-century Ormacleit … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Barra Sands Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  1 p.m.
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