Touring breaks in Scotland and why Rosneath Castle Park is the perfect place for a stopover

Travelling in the comfort of your own motorhome or caravan gives you a fantastic opportunity to see and explore more of Scotland and we have the perfect touring area to base yourself from at Rosneath Castle Park on the banks of Gareloch.

Rosneath has a welcoming, tranquil vibe. Opening your curtains in the morning and seeing the beauty of the Loch before you, gives you the ‘wow’ factor and immediately brightens everyone’s mood.

With your home from home on wheels, you can enjoy all your comforts with the added bonus of being able to take a much-needed break and have a few days of relaxing. The 19 fully serviced pitches have everything you need, including 4 modern washrooms electric hook ups, water, tv points and a communal kitchenette all with breath-taking views of a majestic loch and beautiful countryside.

Rosneath Castle Park is rated five-star by the Scottish Tourist Board and is the ideal base for discovering nearby Loch Lomond, the copper-coloured hills of Argyll and the Scottish Highlands. The touring park season runs throughout the year from March to the end of January and prices start from £35 per night with prices remaining the same throughout the school holidays.

If you don’t have all the facilities you need in your motor home or touring caravan, there is no need to worry. The touring pitches at Rosneath have access to a new modern wash house with four shower bathrooms and a separate modern kitchenette preventing the everyday problems of who’s using the bathroom first if the whole family have come on the trip! There is an on-site shop with all your essentials in case you do run out or have left anything at home, also a handy, coin operated, onsite laundrette.

Staying in your own accommodation on one of our touring pitches doesn’t mean you miss out on any of the onsite luxuries and activities. Make the most of the lock-side setting by enjoying a spot of fishing or if you prefer being on the water why not try sailing at the onsite water sports centre.

As well as having the freedom to stay in and cook whatever you want, the on-site Castle Isle Bar and Restaurant offers a range of high quality, tasty food, and selection of drinks with the added option to take-away. The bar also has occasional weekend entertainment, so you never need to venture far for an exciting evening.

The touring pitches are pet friendly so the whole family can experience the together including your four-legged members (maximum of 2 per pitch). With many incredible walking trails and beaches nearby there won’t be a dull moment for your furry friends either.

Not only is there lots to keep your pets entertained, but the children too and we are confident the youngsters in your party will love the Fun Zone! It offers a wide range of fun, supervised activities including arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, woodland walks, beach walks, beach cleans, kids’ bingo, BBQs, rock pooling and much more (children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18 while at the fun zone). Not to mention the indoor and outdoor play area’s providing hours of amusement while you can have some well-deserved time to chill nearby. Having all of this onsite means you never have to worry about travelling or getting back to your motorhome/caravan whenever you’re ready.

There are many activities available nearby for a fun filled day away from the park including museums and distilleries, castles and gardens to explore, there’s something for all the family.

Here’s our pick of some of the best attractions and things to do nearby –

– Queen Elizabeth Forest Park – Forestry and Land Scotland

Enjoy views of sparkling lochs, wooded hills, and rugged mountains, or take to the trails on foot, by bike or on horseback and discover the Forest Park’s magical atmosphere and wonderful wildlife.

Free entry

– Inveraray Castle | An Iconic Scottish Castle in Argyll, Scotland (inveraray-castle.com)

The beautiful Inveraray Castle is perfect to expand your knowledge and interest in Scottish history with wonderful tours of the castle, an amazing gift shop and the opportunity to relax in their lovely café at the end of your tour.

General admission tickets – £16.50

Children – £12

– Blair Drummond Safari & Adventure Park | Top family attraction

With over 300 animals to meet, acres of adventure play, fun amusement rides and a wide range of animal talks and displays, Blair Drummond has something for everyone to enjoy.

Adults – £22

Children – £15.50

Under3s – Free

– Visit Us | Whisky Tours | Glengoyne Distillery

At the home of Scotland’s slowest stills they take you closer to the journey, further into the detail, and deeper into the complexity of their spirit.

Tours and tastings start from – £18 per person

–  Visit SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium Centre

Along the way during your visit to SEA LIFE, you’ll encounter some of the world’s most incredible animals, including huge sharks, mysterious stingrays, playful otters, seahorses, thousands of tropical fish and much, much more. Not to mention exploring the Lochs of Scotland and seeing some of the amazing creatures that can be found in native waters.

Adults – £14.50

Adult + Toddler – £14

Under2s – Free

So, for the best quality, fun filled, touring holiday, there’s nowhere better than Rosneath Castle Park.