Scots holiday park named one of best in world
The family-run park is surrounded by stunning countryside
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A SCOTS holiday park has ranked among the best in the world.
The caravan park was named in this year's Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards - an accolade based on consistently high reviews on the popular travel guidance site.
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A Scots holiday park has ranked among the best in the world
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Linwater Caravan Park in the village of Newbridge, near Edinburgh, was listed among the top 10 per cent of hospitality businesses worldwide.
Situated just 12 miles from the capital, the family-run park is surrounded by stunning countryside.
Open all year round, it offers pitches for caravans, motorhomes, campervans, and tents, alongside a range of luxurious self-catering holiday lodges and static caravans.
Guests can also enjoy amenities including a fully equipped camper's kitchen, an onsite shop, a dog walking area and a playpark.
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Linwater Caravan Park was established in 1998 by the Guinan family and has continued to evolve over the years.
This summer, the park is set to unveil a major £200,000 investment in a new static caravan terrace.
It will transform a previously unused area into a "stunning accommodation space," featuring two new luxury lodges and six brand-new static caravans.
Katie Guinan, owner, said: 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2025.
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'This recognition means so much to us as a small, family-run business, and it's a real credit to the hardworking and dedicated team we have here.
"We pour our hearts into this place, and it's incredibly rewarding to know our guests value what we do.
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"Since opening our doors in 1998, we've remained committed to offering a warm welcome, high-quality facilities, and peaceful surroundings for our guests.
"Whether visitors are pitching up on our touring site, enjoying a self-catering stay, or planning to stay in our luxurious lodges, our aim is always the same - to help people make happy holiday memories in comfort and tranquillity.'
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