Frequently Asked Questions & Camping Advice
General Camping Advice
Light Camping - If you are staying in a tent, please think about transporting your gear to your pitch. You cannot drive on to the pitch here. We have trolleys to help with this but it's worth considering if you really will use everything that you want to bring.
Shield Your Eyes - You would be surprised at how short the darkness hours are in Scotland in the summer. Bring an eye mask for a sounder sleep.
We're Quiet but Not Silent - We are a relatively quiet site, located in a relatively quiet area. However, we are not a silent retreat and if the site is busy with families and small groups, especially in the summer holidays there will be some noise. If you think silence is golden and the sound of children playing, jovial chatter or the sound of people just going about their business will annoy you, then please remember to bring ear plugs. Silicone earplugs are generally the best and will only set you back about £5 for about 4 sets. Well worth it if you want to be guaranteed a completely undisturbed stay.
Minimise Food Waste
- We see a lot of food waste and we are committed to help tackle this. If you don't have a fridge perishable items will not last long. There are 2 great restaurants on our doorstep, a local Spar store a few minutes walk away, and a big co-op only 10 mins drive away. You don't need to bring supplies for your whole stay on day one.
Frequently asked questions to assist with your trip planning or pitch booking.
Q: "I have a tent box or roof tent, what kind of pitch should I book? "
A: For this type of accommodation you would need to book a campervan or caravan pitch. If the tent extends out to more than the width of the vehicle (over 2.5/3m in total width) then you will need a large vehicle (caravan) pitch. Please note that if you need to peg guy ropes from the tent box you will need rock pegs as the vehicle pitches are on hard gravel.
Q: " Do you allow 'car camping'?"
A: Yes you may "camp" in your car, please book a campervan pitch for this. You cannot sleep in your car in the car park it must be booked pitch.
Q: " Can I use a fire pit?"
A: Yes you may use a fire pit if the pit is operated safely and is suffienciently raised of the grass so as not to burn the grass.
Q: How powerful are your EHU's?
Some provide 6amps of power and some provide 10amps. 6amp hook ups are designed for light use and 10amps medium use. We have included some detailed guidance on this page.
Q: "What kind of cable do I need for your electric hook ups?"
A: Ideally you will have a 25m cable as each hook up point has 4 sockets on it shared by 4 pitches, some pitches are a bit of distance from the hook up point. You need a Caravan Hook Up Cable like the one pictured. You can buy these with regular sockets on the end whihc are best for using in tents.
Q: "Is there anywhere to eat out nearby?"
A: Yes you have some fabulous options right on our doorstep. The Inn on The Tay, The Ballingtaggart Hotel and the Highland Chocolatier are all just a couple of minutes walk away form the campsite. Check their websites for opening times and to book evening meals.
Q: "Can I rent kayaks or book water activities with you?"
A: No. This is a common misconception. The campsite is owned and operated by Paddle Scotland (the governing body of paddle sports in Scotland). We do not offer activities here at the site. However, our very close neighbours The Rafting Company do. This beautiful area is rich in outdoor activities and we will send you a list of local providers before your arrival so you can book ahead.
Q: "Is there a bus service from Grandtully to Pitlochry?"
A: Yes. You can catch a bus from outside the Inn on The Tay to Pitlochry. Some services have a bit of a wait in Ballinluig which is where you need to change for Pitlochry. Check Traveline Scotland for full timetable info.
Q: "Can I walk to Pitlochry from the campsite?"
A: Yes. It's a decent walk. About 2.5 - 3 hours over hills and off the beaten track.
Q: "Can I walk to Aberfeldy from the campsite?"
A: Yes. Again it's a decent walk. About 2 - 2.5 hours along the old railway line and then through a field.
Q: "Do you have laundry facilities?"
A: No, unfortunaelty we do not have laundry faclities. There are a few local options.
There is a self service washing machine in the car park in the business park in front of Glen Lyon Coffee just before Aberfeldy.
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They do a service wash so you can drop off and pick up.
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They are open 9am to 5pm and they have a self service washing machine
Q: "Do you have hairdryers? or sockets for hairdryers in the bathrooms?"
No, unfortunately we do not.
Q: " Do you have phone charging lockers?"
A: Yes! Inside the toilet/shower block in the upper level.
