WELCOME TO ARDNAMURCHAN CAMPSITE
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STUDY CENTRE
Ardnamurchan Campsite is the most westerly campsite on the British mainland situated on a small south facing croft with stunning views to Mull and Morven. The site is situated to the west of the beautiful village of Kilchoan at the western end of the Ardnamurchan peninsula. Fort William is 60 miles away along beautifully scenic, but mainly single track roads. There is a direct link to Tobermory on Mull by car ferry which takes about 40 minutes.
Tent pitches, Camper van pitches with electric hook up, two static caravans, Whale Bone Bothy.
CARAVANS AND WHALEBONE BOTHY AVAILABILITY:- Bothy available for minimum 3 day booking between 10th & 16th August and again from 29th August through September. 1 Bedroom caravan available 10-17 September, 2 Bedroom caravan available for a late booking, minimum of 3 days from 20th August through September.
CAMPING PITCHES still available for all dates, there is still some availability for Camper van hook up pitches in August. No need to book in September. Please ring for details. 01972510766.
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BOOKINGS -
To book click the rotating icon on the top left of this page. Booking is recommended for tents during school summer holidays. At other times there is usually plenty of space. Camper vans are advised to call in advance for availability of hook ups. The site is not suitable for VERY LARGE motor homes owing to the limited space for turning
It is advisable for camper vans to book the hook up pitches during July and August. Booking is not required for tents during May and June. Campers are welcome to turn up at any time during the season for single nights or longer without booking but no guarantee is given that there will be space. Owing to high demand from mid July to mid August there is a minimum booking of two nights during a weekend, no advance Saturday night only bookings during this period although campers are welcome to turn up or to telephone for availability on the day. Single night advance bookings welcome at all other times. Pitches can only be reserved on payment of a minimum deposit of £20, payable at least 7 days in advance of the first night booking. No refunds given for cancellations within 7 days of first nights booking. There will be an administration fee of £5 for cancelled bookings if more than 7 days notice is given. Please make cheques payable to “Ardnamurchan Adventure” To confirm the booking I require a deposit of £20. Payment can be a cheque payable to "Ardnamurchan Adventure" at Bogha Caol Ard, Ormsaigbeg, Kilchoan, Acharacle, PH36 4LL or I can take a bank transfer via the internet. I can also take a card payment over the telephone 01972510766 during office hours between April and October. Please make cheques out to "Ardnamurchan Adventure" and send to Ardnamurchan Campsite, Ormsaigbeg, Kilchoan, Acharacle, Argyll PH36 4LL.
WHALEBONE BOTHY, DOUBLE BEDROOM. KITCHEN/DINER WITH DOUBLE BED SETTEE, BEAUTIFUL SEA VIEWS TO MULL.
Camping is on a series of leveled terraced pitches, all with stunning views across to the north end of the Island of Mull.
Towed caravans nor permitted. The entrance is steep and the pitches are spread out in a series of staggered terraces making it unsuitable for towed caravans to effectively turn. Small to medium sized camper vans (under 8m)are welcome, there are 4 hook up pitches reserved for their use.Very large,(8m+) heavy front wheel drive vans with large overhangs may have difficulty on the steep entrance.
Onsite facilities include, Free showers, refrigerator, washing up area, washing machine & tumble drier (at a small extra charge), classroom with wildlife and geology displays. Minke Whale and Cuvier's Beaked Whale skeletons.
For a look at what is happening around Kilchoan try the Kilchoan blog spot where you can see a daily blog of what is happening in the area including sightings of anything interesting in Kilchoan Bay and the sound of Mull.
What others have to say about the site ARDNAMURCHAN CAMPSITE is in second place in the Cool Camping Guides TOP 5. Page 97 "Feel the force of the Atlantic, as well as the atmosphere, at Ardnamurchan, the westernmost campsite on the mainland of Britain. Hand-cut terraces with views across the water give the place a vibe that defies rational description." "But the quaility we spend most of our time looking for is one that can't really be explained - because it's more of a feeling or experience - of simply being in a place that makes you feel good, giving off a vibe that everything is right with the world" and "If we were to find a pigeonhole for this place, it would simply have to be the 'inexplicably special'one." COOLCAMPING Scotland
Study Centre
The Study Centre classroom can be booked (at a small extra charge) for exclusive use by groups. Most of the time it is available for use by visitors to the campsite at no extra charge. This is especially useful for geology students camping on the site.
Ardnamuchan Study Centre and Campsite is situated to the west of the beautiful village of Kilchoan at the western end of the Ardnamurchan peninsula. Fort William is 60 miles away along beautifully scenic mainly single track roads. There is a direct link to Tobermory on Mull by car ferry which takes about 40 minutes
The Ardnamurchan Study Centre is a converted 18thC croft house and is equipped with field microscopes and facilities for Power Point digital presentations. There is a small library and a number of exhibits with much of a Minke Whale skeleton including the skull and jawbones. The classroom is available for hire by the hour, day or week. Please enquire for costs
Hiring the classroom can be combined with campsite pitches and caravans. School and Youth groups are welcome, however the site becomes VERY busy from mid July to mid August and large groups are advised to book out with these times if at all possible.
Bogha Caol Ard (pronounced Bo Cool Ard) campsite on the edge of Kilchoan has stunning views down the Sound of Mull. This is the only campsite at the western end of the Ardnamurchan Peninsular. The toilet block is an original stone byre, which has recently been renovated. Facilities include two electric showers (no extra charge) and two toilet cubicles. All cubicles have washbasins with hot and cold water.
To book click the rotating icon on the top left of this page. Booking is recommended for tents during school summer holidays. At other times there is usually plenty of space. Camper vans are advised to call in advance, the entrance is steep.
Fragrant Orchids, Greater Butterfly Orchids and Heath Spotted Orchids all flower in June on the croft and neighbouring crofts. The Early Purple Orchids flower in early June on the limestone beds near the shore to the west of the campsite. During the spring and summer there can be good sightings of harbour porpoises from the campsite also numerous otter sightings both from the campsite and nearby. Also seals, Buzzards Hedgehogs, Swallows, Pine Marten, Night Jar and Golden Eagle
BOOKING ADVISED FOR CAMPSITE IN JULY AND AUGUST
Sorry no lectures in 2011
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AMONITES
The Study Centre is situated close to six Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and is world renowned for its Geology (see geology page). There is fossil laden Jurassic limestone nearby on the shore and the volcanic Caldera at Achnaha is only three miles away. Ardnamurchan Lighthouse at the most Westerly point on the British mainland is only a short drive away, where you can whale watch from the viewing platform at the base of the lighthouse or for the more adventurous you can for small fee climb up the tower to get stunning views across to the Rum, Eigg, and Muck with Skye in the distance.
Bogha Caol Ard croft campsite is south facing with stunning views eastwards to Ben Hiant and south to the Island of Mull three miles across the sound. A forty minute ferry ride from Kilchoan gets you to Tobermory for an excellent day out. For those with small children wishing to visit Balamory this is a must.
The whole of Ardnamurchan is renowned for its rich Bio-diversity of flora and fauna. Trevor can advise on the best places to view some of the rare wildlife much of which can occasionally be seen from the campsite such as Buzzards, Golden and Sea Eagles, Harbour Dolphins, Common Porpoises, Otters, Seals and Pine Martins. There is also a rich variety of wild birds, including the now rare visitor to Scotland, the Corncrake.
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Winter view of Mingary Castle and Ben Hiant from Pier Road
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