The Scottish seaside holiday park with its own private beach and restaurant
If you are stuck for ideas on where to head for a holiday this summer, a holiday park is a great idea. All over Scotland, there are countless family parks that will delight visitors both young and old.
One spot that has received numerous awards and is popular amongst guests too is Auchenlarie Holiday Park. The park, which is situated along the stunning coastline of Dumfries and Galloway, was named the best in the UK last year by experts at GO Outdoors.
Auchenlarie Holiday Park offers a range of different accommodation options, including cottages that sleep between four and nine guests, lodges, and holiday homes—both of which sleep up to six. There are also a variety of hardstanding and grass pitches available.
Among the highlights of Auchenlarie, especially as we enter the peak of summer, is its direct access to a secluded beach. Overlooking the gorgeous Wigtown Bay, the private cove is compact but perfect to soak up some sun and for little ones to run around in.
Meanwhile, if you don't get lucky with the weather, there is also a Leisure Suite with a heated indoor swimming pool —including a shallow area for younger visitors to splash around in. The leisure facilities also include a fully equipped gymnasium.
As well as the beach and pool, there is The Zone amusement arcade and games room that features a range of coin-operated amusements. There are also kids' clubs and family entertainment available for little ones.
Elsewhere, there are a number of other activities specifically catered towards children. These include face painting and jewellery-making classes.
Another top feature of Auchenlarie Holiday Park is its Tide and Table restaurant. The eatery serves up a broad variety dishes including classic fish and chips, burgers, steaks, and pasta.
Tide and Table also includes the Tides Takeaway, where visitors can order food to enjoy back in their accommodation. Pizza, burgers, fish and chips, and even a dedicated children's menu are available.
For adults, there is a sports bar that features four screens showing most sporting events. In addition to beer, the bar also offers a new gin and wine menu.
Guests have the opportunity to pick up essentials and non-essentials at Auchenlarie Holiday Park's own convenience store. The shop stocks everything from milk and bread to sandwiches, sweets, and ice cream.
On camping, glamping, caravan, and holiday park website Pitchup, Auchenlarie Holiday Park has received very positive reviews from past visitors. The park has an overall rating of 8.8 out of 10 based on 234 reviews.
One recent guest shared: "Caravan was spotless. Nice and big. Did a few crafts, the kids liked that. Everything is kept clean."
A second wrote: "Good value for money. Ideal for couples and families.
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