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We liked: the location which was convenient to places we wanted to visit
We did not like: the pitch sizes which were far too small for a campervan with awning, meaning we had to set up the awning sideways with the campervan parked in front, blocking the view. The medium sized tent on the next pitch had to reach over into our pitch to peg their ropes.
The toilet blocks were rustic and some distance from the pitches (as we found when when they were needed at night!). They were not cleaned daily. The nearby road was noisy.
There was nowhere to walk the dog safely.
This was the most expensive and least liked campsite on our month's tour of Scotland - certainly not value for money.
I stayed at Balkenna Caravan Park near Girvan, Ayrshire, in my motorhome for a couple of nights. It’s a small site, about 1. 5 acres, just off the A77, which makes it easy to find but comes with some road noise, especially during busier hours.
Getting in off the A77 was straightforward, but the site shares space with the tearoom’s car park, so maneuvering a larger motorhome felt a bit tight at times. There are 15 pitches for motorhomes, with electric hook-ups that worked fine for our needs. Some pitches weren’t quite level, so we needed levelling blocks.
The facilities are basic but do the job. The toilets and showers were clean, though one shower had a big step that could be tricky for anyone with mobility issues.
The on-site tearoom was handy for grabbing a coffee or a meal, so we didn’t always have to cook in the motorhome. It’s nothing fancy, but the food was decent, and the staff were polite. A fridge or freezer for ice blocks would’ve been useful, but we managed without.
The site’s close to Turnberry Beach, about a five-minute walk, which was good for a quick wander. You can see Ailsa Craig and the Isle of Arran from the site, which is nice if you catch a clear day. Girvan’s about a mile away for supplies, and the Ayrshire Coastal Path is nearby if you’re into walking. Trump Turnberry’s close too, if golf’s your thing.
Dogs are allowed, which worked for us since we had ours along.
There’s a fenced play area for kids, but it’s near the road, so you’d want to keep an eye on younger ones.
Overall: Balkenna’s a decent stop for motorhome campers. It’s got the basics—hook-ups, clean facilities, and a good location for the beach or exploring Ayrshire.
Ideal location for Girvan, Ailsa Craig, Turnberry &!Ayr.
Clean & tidy site, friendly & helpful staff.
Balkenna tea rooms serve good food & value for money via mobile
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Common Questions
Is Balkenna Caravan Park child friendly? YES, it accepts children & has a playground View all facilities
Where is the nearest shop to Balkenna Caravan Park? There is a shop on site View all facilities
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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 
Electric Hookups 
No Hardstandings 
No Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
Rallies Welcome 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
Baby Changing Facilities 
No Laundry 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
No Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
No Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <5 miles 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <1 mile 
Wild Swimming <1 mile 
Indoor Pool <5 miles 
No Outdoor Pool 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
Cycle Hire <5 miles 
Golf <1 mile 
No Tennis 
Beach <1 mile 
Watersports <5 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles 
Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
We liked: the location which was convenient to places we wanted to visit
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