Tranquil Kirkcudbright Seaward Holiday Park

A four night stay at Seaward Holiday Park in Kirkcudbright was perfect. This tranquil site overlooks the Solway Firth with views of Little Ross Island. The area is really not for those who want lots of exciting things to do. It is perfect for walks, exploring and just relaxing. Being quite close to Stranraer one could adventure across the sea to spend a day or two in Ireland. Loch Ryan Port, Cairnryan is located in Dumfries and Galloway. This is one site that we could not find any negatives at all. The wardens are top notch and managed the site very well.

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Where is the Seaward Holiday Park?

Seaward Holiday Park is situated on the shores of Dhoon Bay, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4TJ. The park is part of the Gillespie group who also own and run the Brighouse Bay Holiday Park in the Dumfries and Galloway area.

What Facilities are there at the Seaward site for touring caravans?

The cleanest rest rooms we have seen on a touring campsite. Both the ladies and gents were spotless. Free piping hot showers.
Family bathrooms available.
Small shop on the site.
Tents allowed on site in the tent field.
Grass and hardstanding pitches. Fully serviced pitches as well as just electric pitches.
Nice play area for the kids.
Heated outdoor swimming pool and games room.
Seasonal and sea view pitches available.
Dog walking run for the pooches.

What’s the best thing about Seaward Holiday Park?

There are a few things which stood out at this site. These gave the site the vote of excellence from us.

The care taker wardens. They are all very friendly and helpful and sort any problems out quickly.
The cleanliness of the site itself and ablution blocks.
The wonderful tranquility and sea views.

Is the Solway Firth Tidal At Dhoon Bay?

Yes, the Solway is tidal, the tides can be found on the dhoon tide website. This makes for interesting shipping. We saw a lot of sailing vessels leave and return to Kirkcudbright. The channel is very well marked during the day and it lights up wonderfully during the night. The small and large fishing vessels also leave and return on the tides. We did see a few sailing vessels get stuck on the mud flats but after a short wait, they were able to sail off as the tide came in. This was a very enjoyable activity whilst sitting out doors enjoying the peace.

Is Dhoon Bay a place to explore?

Seaward Holiday Park is within easy walking distance to the main Dhoon beach area. This area has a lovely large grassed picnic and parking area with direct walking access to the beach. There are toilets on this site, but, it is not for overnighting in a campervan. The beach itself has rocky outcrops as well as a sandy shore. There is the remains of the wreck ” Monreith” in the dhoon beach bay. There are no real shells or sea glass to collect. The shore has pebbles and seaweed but no real treasures, so not a treasure hunters beach.

What is the small island which has a Lighthouse on called?

At the exit of the channel to the sea is a small island which has a light house on it. The 29 acre island is called Little Ross, and the lighthouse has a story connected by a murder. The working lighthouse tower was designed and built by Alan Stevenson and first lit 1843. It was fully automated in 1961 after the murder. The island went up for sale in 2017, and is now owned by St Mary Estate Isle. It can only be reached by sea or air.

What is the area around Seaward Holiday Park like to explore?

Kirkcudbright is the closest village and although it has what you need it is not the place to be entertained. The shops are quaint and the staff helpful and friendly. The harbour is interesting and the parking free. The buses from Kirkcudbright goes past the Seaward Holiday Park so you can catch it if you want to go into the town.

There are other beaches, small historical places which are very interesting, excellent view points around the coast line. There is a walled garden owned by Elizabeth McGregor which is free to visit. It has a wonderful walled garden and a small nursery with excellent plants for you to purchase. Logan Botanical garden is about an hours drive away near Stranraer and is also worth a visit if you are exploring.