Seal Shore Camping
The Isle of Arran
Seal Shore Camping
Welcome to Seal Shore Camping, now under the enthusiastic ownership of Mark Pearson.
Alongside our friendly campsite wardens, Tina and John, and the wider team, we are dedicated to giving you a warm Arran welcome and making your stay truly memorable. Tina and John live on-site so are always available to assist you.
Our unique campsite is set right at the beach, offering breath-taking views across the water to Pladda and the iconic Ailsa Craig. Thanks to the refreshing sea breeze, you can relax in comfort as it keeps the midges away.
We are open until 31st October 2025. Seal Shore Camping is a popular spot so we recommend booking early to secure your preferred pitch. Our easy online system allows you to view availability and select your pitch in advance.
Please remember that the ferry also gets very busy and we recommend booking your crossing in advance at www.calmac.com. The ferry currently runs from the mainland ports of Troon and Ardrossan to Brodick and from Claonaig, on the Kintyre peninsula, to Lochranza in the north of Arran.
For any enquiries, just call us on 01770 820320.
We look forward to welcoming you to Seal Shore Camping and sharing our beautiful corner of the Isle of Arran with you.
Note: it is not necessary to book for small (back-pack type tents). Just turn up!
Winner AA small campsite of the year Seal shore Camping and Touring Site. Please book your pitch or camping pod in advance to avoid disappointment
From your pitch on our beautiful family site, beside our own private beach, you will be afforded unsurpassed views - from our closest neighbour, Pladda island with its lighthouse, to the coast of Northern Ireland. In between, the Kintyre peninsula, the Ayrshire coast and, most impressive of all, the volcanic plug of granite that is Ailsa Craig.
2019 Winner of The Guardians "20 of the best campsites in UK and Europe by public transport: readers’ travel tips"
A train journey to Ardrossan from Glasgow, a 50-minute ferry across to Brodick, Isle of Arran, and a short but beautiful bus ride will bring you to the gate of Seal Shore campsite, Kildonan, on the extreme south of the island. It’s a truly magical location, looking across to the islet of Pladda and the Ayrshire coast. Expect to see seals and otters from your tent. Great pub serving food next to site. The circular island bus stops at the campsite gate, making it easy to explore the rest of this stunning place.
www.theguardian.com/travel/2019/jul/22/camping-campsites-trains-buses-boats-europe-uk-readers-tips
Wildlife thrives here. Otters, gannets, porpoises, dolphins, basking sharks and grey seals are regular visitors. Rockpools abound with a myriad of aquatic animals. Red squirrels and red deer can be found on the Island, golden eagles soar above the mountains.
Maritime activity is always within view. Pleasure craft, merchant shipping and military vessels are a regular occurrence - including the occasional submarine.
The Arran Trust
There is a donation box in the campsite shop to raise funds for the Arran Trust. The Arran Trust is a registered charity to support conservation and community projects on the Isle of Arran, focusing on protecting the island’s landscapes, wildlife and environment.
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