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Braids Caravan Park
Annan Road
Gretna
Dumfries and Galloway (Browse area)
DG16 5DQ
Tel: 01461 337409
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Pitches: 5
Open: 01/01/2026 to 31/12/2026
01/01/2027 to 31/12/2027
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 No Tents |
 Caravan Pitches |
 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 No Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 Hardstanding Pitches |
 Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 Rallies Welcome |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 No Baby Changing |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop <1 mile |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <10 miles |
 No Wild Swimming |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 No Horse Riding |
 No Cycle Hire |
 No Golf |
 No Tennis |
 No Beach |
 No Watersports |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
 Open All Year |
 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport <1 mile |
 No Dog Walk |
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| Date of Visit: August 2017 |
Unit: Campervan |
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| Reviewer: Explore with Dora |
16 reviews from this member |
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 This site was in a perfect location for us to break our journey North, being easily accessed from the motorway. Check in was easy and the people there could not have been more helpful.
It was wet when we were there but the hardstandings were still good and firm. There is a really useful information hut from where we discovered a pleasant local walk down to the river. It is a short walk to Gretna, with its shops etc and not much further on a traffic free route, to Gretna Green.
The facilities on the site are a bit dated but are kept clean and are perfectly adequate. Access to the site is via a barrier and key card for a £5 deposit and its operation appeared a bit hit and miss.
All in all, we would most certainly use this site again as it was perfect for what we wanted. 
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| Date of Visit: September 2016 |
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| Nights stayed: 1 |
Travelling as: Retired couple |
| Reviewer: Dot P |
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We turned up without a booking, no problems lovely lady in reception had us booked in and on a pitch in minutes.
Its a short 10-15 minute walk into the town and the outlet village. Further onto the original Blacksmiths, probably another 20-30 minutes walk. Nearer the campsite there is a few shops, small supermarket, takeaways etc - all about 5 minutes walk.
The campsite itself is well kept, seemed very secure, barrier key used during the late evening and night for which you pay a £5 deposit. The site is close to the road but we weren't bothered by road noise at all.
The site has free wifi, although they said a basic service we thought it was really good signal.
There is plenty to do in the area in terns of the borders and the coast. For us it was a one night stop heading North but would use the site again if we were in the area for longer.
September is still high season so £21. 50 per night for 2 adults with ehu, showers 20p extra for several minutes.
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| Date of Visit: July 2016 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: Julietyran |
11 reviews from this member |
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We decided to visit Gretna on the way to Hadrian's Wall and so glad we did. The tourist information suggested this caravan park and what a lovely park it was.
Really quaint, which is what we like, the owner was really friendly and helpful and the toilets/showers were immaculate. We did not use the showers as we have our own in the motorhome.
We were able to walk the dogs offsite which was fine and the park was close enough in walking distance to the grocery store and takeaway.
I would recommend this park to anyone thinking of visiting Gretna.
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| Date of Visit: July 2015 |
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| Reviewer: TJB1 |
22 reviews from this member |
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Located just a few minutes walk from Gretna so ideal for proximity to registry office if you are marrying in the area. Shops and take aways also close by and Gretna Inn about 10-15 minutes walk.
The Gretna Inn is dog friendly and food very good with friendly staff. The site is adequate with good toilet/shower facilities (showers 20p) and quiet considering location.
Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and walked off site - this is strictly enforced.
Staff did advise of a location we could take our dog to for walking off the lead (about 10 mins walk away) otherwise not really a good area for dog walking.
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| Date of Visit: March 2015 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Willgina |
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We booked here as we visit Gretna every year for our anniversary, and this is our 1st year with our caravan. We had a service pitch which was fantastic the site is lovely and clean and friendly there is plenty of birds and rabbits to see, it was just so nice to be able to take out 2 westies to there home countries, we went to the Gretna inn pub at the end of the road it is about 20 minute walk and dog friendly we had some lovely meals highly recommend the haggis topped steak, we visited the blacksmith shop where we got married and there was lots of weddings taking place Gretna is a lovely place to visit and we will be back to braids next year 😀
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Val0712 |
33 reviews from this member |
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We used this site as a stop over on the way home. It's easy to find, £17. 00 per night £5. 00 deposit for the security gate & toilet key. Reception was very nice clearly explained where everything was & also offered discount vouchers for eating out. Toilets were clean, 20p for using the shower the ladies hair dryer was out of order. Good area for washing dishes. There are warnings about over loading the electric but if your sensible (not plugging everything in at once) then it works fine.
Gretna shopping outlet is a 10 minute walk from site & plenty of places to eat. We used The Gables Hotel right next to the site (10% discount voucher obtained from reception) food was good & good price.
We couldn't fault this site for a stop over it's great & will hopefully use it again.
Probably not suitable for kids as no playpark.
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| Date of Visit: May 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Captgeoff |
22 reviews from this member |
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Stopped overnight on our Scotland tour. Showers good and clean, 20p in meter allows plenty of time. Pitches a little small but adequate. Reception very helpful. Gretna 10 minute walk, and Gretna Green about 3 mile away. Wouldn't stay here for long as little to see, but would certainly overnight again.
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| Date of Visit: June 2013 |
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| Reviewer: Kirbytwo |
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We spent one night on this very convenient site specifically to visit The Devil’s Porridge exhibition in nearby Eastriggs. We would not class Braids as a holiday destination in itself, although several caravans appeared to be there for the season, but as a functional site, useful for activities in the area or as a stopover in transit to elsewhere.
Having said that, Braids provided everything we look for in a good site: an electrical connection, very clean toilets, showers and washing-up facilities, quietness and pleasant staff.
Thoughtful touches included site and local information leaflets in English, French, German, Dutch and Italian in addition to a range of brochures from nearby attractions.
Thoroughly recommended.
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| Date of Visit: August 2012 |
Unit: Campervan |
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| Reviewer: Girlyswot |
7 reviews from this member |
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We stayed here for one night in order to have quick access to the M6 on the way home. It is within walking distance of the town centre and is within a residential area.
The main pro for this site is its shower block facilities (although showers were 20p). They were very clean, modern and well maintained. Each cubicle had its own sink area which gave you privacy, and there were ample surfaces and mirrors.
The pitches were fairly close together but this is a town, not a country campsite. Lots of electricity points and good washing up area.
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| Date of Visit: June 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Daffodil41 |
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Stayed overnight at this site on our way to tour Scotland for 3 weeks nice quiet site toilet block was OK and had plenty of hot water, did not use shower.
Nice walk to shops small supermarket for papers etc. We went to the Gretna Hotel good food and beer. Did not make it to Gretna Outlet centre or village itself, a bit too far for OH to walk
Seemed a very busy site and the staff were very friendly and helpful
Noticed a bus stop outside the camp so if like us you leave the van on site and take the bus to different places, would be OK
Saw a couple of wedding receptions in the local hotels
Will use again as a stopover.
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| Date of Visit: June 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Vivo |
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Easy to find. Near to Motorway. Owners are friendly, and we found, prepared to be flexible and very helpful.
Toilets clean and adequate; I liked the individual handbasin in each trap.
Showers, 20p, clean and adequate.
Site fairly small, well maintained and nice. Ideal for stop overs and lay-by.
We toured to Vindalandia and other 'Wall' locations. The former is a good 50mins away with light traffic.
There's not much in Gretna, but what there is is in easily walking distance. Ideal for stop overs, reception open until 9am in summer. Good security; is there a reason for that?
Some people clearly use the 'pen' for caravan storage.
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| Date of Visit: June 2012 |
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| Reviewer: Boofy-Smee |
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Site very easy to get to.
Pleasant owners.
Very clean toilet blocks, The central block is lovely, but I can't work out why they are cleaned at 9. 30am, when at that time of the morning they are in demand !
Bad points:- If you have a dog forget it, no on site walks, you will have to walk along the main road.
If you have kids forget it, no ball games etc.
This sit is in the middle of a housing estate, no views what so ever.
Hard standing pitches, hope you get on with your neighbour they are that small.
This site is only any good for a 1 night stop over
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| Date of Visit: April 2012 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Nights stayed: 2 |
Travelling as: Family with young children |
| Reviewer: Gayle6 |
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My family and I have just returned from a two day stay at this campsite. I must admit it is not what we were expecting and were disappointed.
The owners were really friendly and the facilities were clean but this is more a stopover site than a weeks holiday site. There are no views other than waste ground and the surrounding houses that border the site.
There is no play park for kids of which we have two but the fact it was quiet and our son having made pals to play with we decided to stay for the two day break.
Showers were 20p for approx 7 mins of hot water, watch what you plug in because you will more than likely trip the electrics.
You have Gretna Gateway on your doorstep practically and many places of interest nearby, this would be a great site if you wanted to see the surrounding area but not if you want to admire the view from your caravan.
Handy if you are travelling and just need somewhere to park to get some sleep on a long journey, I would thoroughly recommend it for this purpose.
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| Date of Visit: January 2012 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Graeme58 |
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Just had another very pleasant week at this site and as usual staff very friendly and helpful, nothing is a problem for them.
Location in Gretna good for Carlisle / north lakes etc.
Facilities are really good. We have toilets and showers(20p)for approx 10mns always plenty hot water they are kept spotless.
Recommend to anyone. We have been here many times and will continue to do so as we both really like the this site, also lots of improvements happening in the future.
Security is good as it is covered by cctv and entry/exit is by barrier
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| Date of Visit: October 2011 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Thehoggmeister |
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We stayed at this site as a stopover on route to Blackpool. This was ideal as it is only two hours from home which is great for after school on a Friday. It is two minutes off the M74.
The wardens were very nice and friendly and we were shown to our pitch. The site is on a slope but the allocated pitch has level standings to put the caravan wheels on.
The toilet block was immaculately clean and I don't mind paying 20p for a shower when the site is only £15. 50 a night for three of us.
There are a few too many signs and rules for my liking and I would not stay for more than a couple of nights. There is also no playpark for children.
The outlet village is only a ten minute walk and the wardens were not fussy about being off the pitch by a certain time in low season. The exit is quite tight for bigger outfits so be careful.
We will use this site again as a stopover.
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