Bunree, Scotland

munro21
munro21 Forum Participant Posts: 57
edited May 2016 in UK Campsites & Touring #1

Hi, I am enjoy the new caravan season but already thinking of next year. I was wondering if anybody has been to the caravan club site at Bunree in Scotland, any advice would be greatful.

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  • Firedragon
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    edited May 2016 #2

    My absolute favourite site so far... gorgeous ! Laughing

    Alison

  • Firedragon
    Firedragon Forum Participant Posts: 509
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    edited May 2016 #3

    If you can't get in I'm told North Ledaig about 30 miles down the coast is also excellent (going to do that on our next trip hopefully) The whole area is gorgeous and plenty to see and do within easy reach.

     

    Alison

  • Kennine
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    edited May 2016 #4

    We have been going to Bunree since before they installed the toilet block.( and thats a very long time ago )  It is only a 3 hour journey from home including a stop for lunch at the Green Welly shop in Tyndrum. We go for at least one week every year. Plenty to do, great walking and cycling, handy for  the Glencoe hills and for Fort William and the many hills around there. 

    Scenery is outstanding !!!

    Enjoy your holiday

    K Smile

  • BrianJosie
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    edited May 2016 #5

    Yes we re there in August last year ,very nice site in a gorgeous setting .hopefully we will return one day.

    Brian & Jo

  • black caviar
    black caviar Forum Participant Posts: 242
    edited May 2016 #6

    One of my all time faves ,went in motorhome and am determined to revisit in caravan .... Absolutely stunning site :)

  • Pippah45
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    edited May 2016 #7

    I second all of the above unless rabbits are your dogs worst enemy.  I had a hard time there with a rescued German Shepherd, good for her education bad for my arms being pulled out of thei sockets!  The rabbits sit in the dog walk laughing!  

  • IanH
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    edited May 2016 #8

    It's a lovely site with lots to do in the area.....

  • redface
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    edited May 2016 #9

    Is Ullapool a do-able trip from there, are are there closer club sites?

  • Tirril
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    edited May 2016 #10

    Bunree is certainly worth the visit but you need to book in advance. It can be exposed to wind on the pitches close to the water and therefore the wardens place those with awnings further back for more shelter.

  • nelliethehooker
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    edited May 2016 #11

    Is Ullapool a do-able trip from there, are are there closer club sites?

    Bit too far really. There are 2 club sites nearer, Morvich and the nearest is Kinlochewe, which is one of our favourite sites.

  • papgeno
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    edited May 2016 #12

    We travelled up to Durness from there via Ullapool and yes it's a hell of a long way.

  • Grumblewagon
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    edited May 2016 #13

    Good lord, I haven't even thought about this year.  I'm more of a last minute person and if I had to book more than a few days in advance, I'd go somewhere else.

     Morvich and Kinlochewe are great sites for walking and climbing.  I might go to Kinlochewe next month before the school hols start.  The real problem with both sites is midgies.  Gallons of midge repellant is essential.

  • thebroons
    thebroons Forum Participant Posts: 165
    edited May 2016 #14

    The site is in a wonderful location and well worth a visit. 

    Go over on the close by Corran ferry for a day out on the Ardnamurchan peninsula. 

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