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This was the 1st of the 3 sites that we stayed at whilst on Mull. We were initially going to Loch Buie or Killiechronan for our first night but my husband decided to go straight here. I'm so glad we did as we arrived to warm, sunny and great weather!
Check in was very efficient and I was not expecting the site to be so big. You chose your own spot and there are no marked pitches. There's lots of room to pitch, from directly above the beach and sands, to grassy areas between the rocks, especially if you have a small tent, to pitching further back and away from the more exposed areas. We managed to find a spot with a view of the sea and feet away from the white sands.
There's NO hook up which did make me a bit apprehensive (I'm used to my home comforts AND usually EHU) but the (new?) wash block and what would also appear to be a new dishwashing room is top spec - I was really impressed.
There are only 2 showers and 2 toilets in the ladies but for a large site I never experienced a queue. There is also an electric socket in the wash block to avoid campervan hair! to plug in hair straighteners or dry your hair. The dishwashing room had several sockets for charging mobiles, tablets, iPods/pads etc as well as usb ports and a freezer - they seemed to be well utilised each time I went to wash up or charge my mobile.
The views and the beach are simply stunning and even more so when the sun shines. We walked the mile and a half (we were down the far end of the site) twice into Fionnphort. Fionnphort is where the ferry goes to Iona and has a small pub (The Keel Row) - we sat sampling whiskies one afternoon when the weather turned and we also had a meal one evening in their restaurant. It had a great, welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
There is also a food/gift shop where you can stock up with a few provisions. Just before where you get the ferry is The Creel seafood shack. Don't miss the food at The Creel - I can thoroughly recommend their Cullen Skink - it was delicious.
The road through the site and down into Fionnphort is hard/tarmac and apart from a bit of an incline in certain parts, is a pleasant and relatively easy walk providing you're fit and don't have mobility or health issues.
We wouldn't hesitate in coming back (we stayed for 4 nights) and staying at Fidden. But be aware, there is no WiFi and we had no mobile signal either on this part of the island, which of course could be viewed as a plus.
On the Saturday of our 3 day stay here, the beach was named amongst the best in the UK in The Guardian. Next day, it collected the same distinction in The Sunday Times.
This really is a stunning location. We were able to place our van on the Machair above the edge of the beach. Meals were distracted by the views of seabirds, skerries, the sea and an occasional seal. The fields are so big, they could probably host Glastonbury so there is little chance of crowding. The flipside to this is the distance to the amenities block.
The owner has invested in separate toilets, a dishwash room with charging points, all quite high spec. As a result, next year's prices will go up to £10/head. It will still be worth it. Once you've paid, you're left to choose your own space and enjoy the environment.
Fionnphort is about 1. 5 miles away and can be walked or biked. There are plenty of day trips to Staff, Lunga and Iona. The shop was particularly helpful too, keeping a paper for us every day.
My son and I stayed on this site, for three nights. On arrival, booking in was very informal, from there we were left to find our own spot - no pressure, no-one breathing down our neck telling us to do this/not to do that.
Admittedly, with a campervan, finding a level spot was a bit of a challenge but we managed and secured beautiful views with no chance of encroachment on 'our space. '
The whole atmosphere on this site was one of relaxation and being allowed to 'get on with it. ' The mixture of tents, caravans, motorhomes and campervans all intermingling with each other, made for a pleasant detachment from being lined up, in perfect rows and 'You had better be on your marker. Or else' approach! The facilities, we found to be very good although only two showers per side was a bit limiting.
Quite frequently, I did find ladies waiting to get in. Ample room for dishwashing and a freezer housed in that room, for the tent folks. All in all we loved the site, especially the short trip to the ferry for a day on Iona.
We chose to take our push-bikes over to the little island so enjoyed a pleasant ride, from site to terminal and vice-versa. Summing up we could say this is 'wild-camping' with the trimmings. Long may the family keep this site going!
Superb site we really enjoyed 3 nights here in early April
Best thing we did was the boat trip to Staffa which is amazing
PROS
Location close to Iona
'Wild camping' with a fantastic view
Owners helpful and friendly
Plenty of space ( I doubt if it could ever be full)
No need to book
Plenty of beach to have campfires on
Moderate price £8 adults £4 children
CONS
If it was windy it's a quite exposed site
Just 2 showers for the whole site ( in early April there were about 20 unit s on site so not much queue but this might be different in the summer months)
A large informal site, no marked pitches, just grassy sand dunes. It was very busy, almost at full numbers, when we were there but still felt reasonably spacious.
The site is spectacular, around a series of shallow sandy bays with tidal islands and views to Iona.
Facilities are limited, small shower block at the entrance (up to 600m from the far end of the site) and a couple of portaloos out on the site. No problem for us in the motorhome of course.
We found it handy for iona, walking into Fhionnphort for the ferry.
There are masses of birds to be seen, I saw a redshank on a telgraph pole at about 10 paces!
We hadn't booked but received a warm welcome at this amazing site adjoining beautiful beach and spectacular views and sunsets - best appreciated if you camp on the edge of the beach.
We arrived in a stiff wind (force 3) and opted to camp back from the edge of the beach where there was a bit more shelter - however, there isn't a lot of shelter anywhere and if the wind had been much stronger we would have struggled with our frame tent.
Site is huge so plenty of space and seemed to be well drained with plenty of flat spots with the grass kept short by grazing sheep. Great beach for kids and bay which is good for canoeing. Site is very well maintained with really well built facilities - hot showers, toilets, washing area and freezer.
Also two portable toilets in the camping area. The lowering of the ferry charges has meant more people coming to Mull this year so with 60+ families on site when we were there, facilities were stretched at times. Although we didn't have to wait, there were queues for the two gents toilets in the main block.
Wished we had more time. Great value, magical spot and highly recommended.
Great location for 'wild camping' (with some facilities, no elec hook-up) in a field with direct access to the beaches and views of the Sunset and Iona to die for. Peaceful.
Situated on a working sheep farm, early to find, great surface on access road, warm welcome, booking not normally required.
There are 2 port-a-Los for campers on the campsite next to a chemical disposal hole (with no water flush!), the main toilet and. Shower block (2showers & 2 toilets/Ladies/Gents) and dishwashing area is at the farm house, a short walk from the campsite. When busy with campers, might be not enough.
This was our first 'wild camping' experience in our MH for 2 nights without an electrical hook up. Not a problem, was just a bit worried about the battery drain as no previous experience.
The #SimpsonScottiesGlasgow loved sitting out watching the world go by, we had a pair of otters swim to the beach on the last morning.
We'd go back, peaceful as no Vodaphone or most other netwok signal, however my wife had a weak O2 signal
We cycled the 1mile undulating, generally uphill back to Fionaphort to visit Iona, it was a great ride back on the way home.
After a two day journey to get here the welcome was warm and friendly and the relaxation started there and then. Being in a tent with some blustery weather on the way the advice was to pitch away from the ridge and, if possible, to use the rocks and the car as wind breaks. A flag flies in the middle of the site to show you which way the wind is blowing.
If, like me, you are going in a tent pay attention to any weather warnings and pitching advice, peg down well with good sturdy pegs and you and your tent should come out of it unscathed.
In the field itself there is very basic facilities, a couple of toilets and drinking water. Walk back up to the farmyard and there are more toilets, showers and a washing up area. I also discovered on the day before I came home that there is a freezer for freezing your blocks in, however it is in the outer vestibule of the gents toilet block so as a lone female traveller I would have been a little hesitant at using it when the site was busy.
The whole site is very relaxed and you soon find yourself slowing down and just watching the world go by. Great until you are trying to get to a boat trip or ferry crossing. Also whatever you do, do not go anywhere on site without your camera, rainbows, sunsets, the beach, the wildlife all pop up at every opportunity.
Things that some people (not me) might see as disadvantages to the site. It is a working farm so there will probably be livestock in the field. When I arrived it was ewes and lambs, they were moved on a couple of days later and replaced with a couple of tups. It can be very disconcerting to hear your guy lines twanging when a sheep decides that they are the ideal thing to scratch and itch with. The other disadvantage is the size of the site, its long and thin so if you are at the far end you could be half a mile away from the main facilities block in the farmyard, the people I saw at that end often used a bike to travel between their pitch and the facilities.
The beach has lovely white sand and if the sun is shining the water appears to be aquamarine. At low tide there is plenty of space to explore and at high tide the gentle slope is ideal for paddling or launching canoes/kayaks.
Another site that has made it to my revisit list and one I thoroughly recommend if you want a relaxed place to visit.
Remarkable site, pick your own pitch. Good directions from main road and called at the farmhouse, lovely welcome, shown all the facilities, lovely shower and toilet block with extra temporary toilets further into the site. £7 per person per night is more than reasonable. The location is superb as you are situated on the top of the beach with crystal clear water and white sands. Excellent walking to Knockvologan where you will see the most beautiful beaches, try it you wont be disappointed. Iona ferry terminal is a short walk, and shops and pub there as well. Only disappointment when emptying the waste at the Jolly Roger flag, the stench on lifting the manhole cover was terrible, not for the weak stomach ones.
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
No Seasonal Pitches 
No Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
No Rallies 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
No Laundry 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
No Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
No Wifi Access 
Shop <5 miles 
Bar <5 miles 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <5 miles 
No Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <1 mile 
Wild Swimming On Site 
No Indoor Pool 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
No Golf 
No Tennis 
Beach On Site 
Watersports On Site 
Boat Launch / Mooring On Site 
Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
Campfires Allowed 
Coastside Pitches 
Public Transport <10 miles
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
This was the 1st of the 3 sites that we stayed at whilst on Mull. We were initially going to Loch Buie or Killiechronan for our first night but my husband decided to go straight here. I'm so glad we did as we arrived to warm, sunny and great weather!
