Strathclyde Country Park Club Campsite
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We stayed here one night mid August on our way north and for two nights now on our way south. The site is very conveniently located for travelling north and south being just adjacent the M74, but some road noise as a result.
There is a Toby Carvery less than 10 minutes walk away, but advised to book as it is very busy, and good.
The Strathclyde Country Park is literally next door with excellent opportunity to walk, 3.5 miles, or cycle around the Loch as well as other family activities available within the park.
What has prompted me to write this review is the high standard that the site is maintained by all the wardens, with some nice decorative touches, but the toilet block facilities are absolutely spotless and exceptionally kept at all times. I expect very good standards from all CAMC sites but these are above and beyond. I have never seen any CAMC site kept to such high standards before, all the metal work looks polished including the aluminium shower wall fixtures. This is clearly an example of the ethos of all the wardens. Well done to all of them.
One night stopover
We stayed here on Mon 5/9/22 on our way to the Highlands. The park is lovely and the staff were very friendly. We used the smaller facility block close to our pitch which was clean, as expected. There is a good designated dog walk area . We walked down to the Loch and as far as the Roman Bath house remains. It’s a handy site for a stopover. Sadly the road noise did bother me, as my ears never shut off, we were on pitch 8 maybe if we’d chosen the other side of the site the noise might have been less.
Great City Site
This is a great site for visiting Glasgow from. We stayed two nights and were surprised at how well we slept given the proximity of the motorway. After a short while you seem to just ignore the low hum. Pitches were a great size . Toilets and showers were of the usual club high standard. Staff were welcoming and helpful. Overall a great site that I'm sure we will visit again.
Great site just off M74
I was anxious about staying here as others said the site is noisy. It’s not. The motorway is hardly heard. No more than the waves if by the sea. Great site and great location for a stopover or for longer.
Great Location for an overnight stay
We stopped here for one night on our way to isle of Arran. We knew it was located just off the motorway and that is why we chose to stay here for the convenience. Although people say it is noisy, we did not. In fact we thought it would be more noisy as it is off the motorway. Very friendly staff on arrival and we had a great choice of pitches which were large. Nice walking for our dogs. Immaculate facilities. We would definitely return again.
poppyruby
Reviewed on 16/07/2022 12:53
Good location for breaking a long journey
We stayed here on our way home from a Scottish road trip. We spent 2 nights here and did the walk around the country park, which was about 5 miles on mainly good paths. There is a section through woodland which, in June, was swarming with midges, so we were glad we'd covered up with insect repellent! The site itself is a standard club site with gravel pitches and concrete paths. As a wheelchair user, I found it to be largely accessible, though the gravel is always hard to get over. The accessible shower room was great - good size and clean. Others have mentioned road noise. Yes, the site is right next to a motorway on the outskirts of Glasgow, so you can hear traffic but it didn't bother us and we slept well. The birds put up pretty good competition with their loud singing, which was nicer to listen to. The Toby Carvery and the country park are within walking distance but there are no pavements and dropped kerbs are a bit hit and miss, so it wasn't easy getting to either by wheelchair. I had to wheel in the road which wasn't too busy but some drivers weren't driving at sensible speeds. Overall, we liked the site. Probably wouldn't have an entire holiday there but it's great as a stopover to break longer journeys.
Good short stay
The site is beside a motorway interchange so is very convenient for a one night stopover. There is a noisy hum of traffic especially around 5 pm. We stayed for a few nights and hated the multilane busy motorway roundabouts in this area of the Central belt of Scotland.
We went to the Burrell Collection and enjoyed it. We went to Culross village and enjoyed the National Trust house and the charming village on a hill with tiny cobbled streets. We also visited Hamilton to check out the large M&S food hall and the large Sainsbury supermarket.
The site was immaculate.
We have our own facilities in the motorhome so did not use the toilets and showers. We thought motorhomes should get a reduction in the fee if they do not use the facilities.
Cumbrian Explorer
Reviewed on 21/06/2022 13:36
Great Central location for exploring an area packed with culture and history
Great place for exploring this area and for stopovers when heading north or south. Yes, there is road noise, but the site is surrounded by trees and we didn't find it a problem. We tend to be out and about in the day. Facilities were great and the country park is a pleasant add on. I found early morning the best time to walk the lake.
Great place as a base
Others have complained about road noise. Whilst it was noticeable, it soon blended into the background but the site wasn't as peaceful as it otherwise would have been in such a brilliant location on the edge of the country park.
It's such a convenient location for visiting the area around Glasgow. The Museum of Transport and Tall Ship on the Clyde were superb (with a good cafe as well). The Falkirk Wheel was mind-blowing. Much to do there.
Don't be put off by negative comments. Try it for yourself if thinking about venturing into Scotland (or coming the other way into England).
Noisy
One night stay on way back from Scotland tour, nice site easy to access, clean facilities, Toby carvery within walking distance if don’t want to cook, also do breakfast. Closeness to motorway has its downsides, constant noise 24/7. It just doesn’t stop.
Ok for the one night wouldn’t stay longer as need to sleep.