Looking to have a laugh at Edinburgh’s Fringe Festival but don’t know where to stay? CaravanTimes has had a little look for you
Friday saw the start of 2014’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival which will see thousands of performers descend to the Scottish capital to entertain in various forms; from theatre, comedy, dance, circus, cabaret, children’s shows, musicals, opera and then some – there really is something for everyone.
Last year 45,000 performances took place in total, making it the largest arts festival in the world, and this year looks to surpass that figure. The Fringe provides a unique experience for everyone, including caravanners, and makes for the perfect family holiday.well, as long as you’ve got somewhere to pitch up that is.
So as to not take all the fun out of the festivities, CaravanTimes has done the hard work for you and compiled a list of five of the best places to stay if deciding to take off in your motorhome or with your caravan in tow. So read on folks and enjoy all that the Fringe has to offer.
The Edinburgh Caravan Club Site, run by The Caravan Club, offers an ideal location. Situated to the north of Firth of Forth, a city with easy access to Edinburgh. The site is open all year to members as well as non-members. It is the perfect place to stay if you want to visit the festival as well as everything Scotland’s most beautiful city has to offer.
Mortonhall Caravan and Camping Park is an excellent choice if you want some time to relax in the evening within the surrounding landscaped parklands in-between shows or after a busy day in the city. On offer is a full range of touring pitches, self-catering, accommodation with central heating and some BBQ stands to throw some scrumptious food onto.
If you’re looking for a more secluded park, Drum Mohr Park is the place for you. It provides views of the northern aspect of the Firth of Forth and, if you love nature, you’ll love the 1,500 trees and shrubs that have carefully been planted around the park. Drum Mohr has five superior lodges, in a combination of two or three bedrooms, suitable for up to 6 people. Perfect for the family.
Another more tranquil site is Seton Sands. This holiday park is only a 20-minute drive along the coast from Edinburgh and provides some beautiful scenery. A great addition, if you are looking for a typical summer holiday, is the beach situated opposite the park. And for all of you golfers, don’t forget to bring your clubs as there’s a great course in close proximity too.
Finally, Slatebarns Caravan Park is just a 40 minute drive from Scotland’s capital. It’s a family run touring caravan park, which promises a great atmosphere. With several activities, such as golf courses, the Pentland Hills, skiing at Hillend artificial ski slope and horse-riding, this is the perfect place to bring the whole family – and for the adults there’s the friendly village pub.
Pitches are still available to enable you to join in with all the Fringe has to offer, but are filling up fast, so if you’re thinking of packing up and escaping to the annual event, rivaled only by good old Hogmanay, get moving and enjoy the show!
