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Carrington
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Carrington

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55.965°N, 3.180°W
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The first light over the Pentland Hills catches the farmland around Carrington village, a quiet East Lothian hamlet where the Midlothian countryside rolls into big skies and working fields.

This year-round site offers camping pods alongside guest house accommodation, making it a flexible base for couples wanting a proper bed or families after a pod adventure without the full canvas commitment. You're in easy reach of Edinburgh's fringe yet properly out in the sticks—this is countryside that still feels like countryside, more lambing season and farm tracks than commuter sprawl. Dog owners should ask ahead to confirm arrangements, and the same goes for campfires—check what's allowed when you arrive.

Facilities aren't detailed, so expect a simple setup rather than a bells-and-whistles touring park. The vibe here is low-key rural—somewhere to sleep well after a day exploring the capital or walking the Pentlands, not a destination campsite in itself. It's the kind of place that works precisely because it doesn't try too hard.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
15°C
Overcast
10 mph
86%
7-Day Outlook
Today
20° / 15°
17%
Sat
20° / 15°
24%
Sun
21° / 14°
56%
Mon
20° / 12°
45%
Tue
24° / 18°
69%
Wed
21° / 16°
47%
Thu
17° / 14°
41%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

18 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Edinburgh core path - Claremont and Easter Road

Connects Claremont Park with Easter Road through Edinburgh's inner residential areas on flat, paved surfaces throughout. Perfect for families with buggies and young children seeking an easy urban stroll. Dogs welcome on leads. Ideal for accessing local green spaces and getting a feel for the city's neighbourhoods without traffic hassle, though limited scenic interest compared to Edinburgh's more dramatic paths.

Hiking routeRegional network
1.19 km from campsite
Operator: The City of Edinburgh Council

The Royal Mile

Strolls along Edinburgh's famous historic street from the Castle to Holyrood Palace, mostly flat cobbled pavement through the Old Town. Perfect for families and buggies, though cobbles can be bumpy. Dogs welcome on leads. Passes iconic landmarks, closes, wynds and countless pubs – essential for soaking up Edinburgh's medieval atmosphere and Scottish history, with street performers and shops adding to the buzz.

Walking route
1.6 km from campsite

John Muir Way (South Queensferry to Edinburgh part 2)

Follows Edinburgh's waterfront along the Firth of Forth into the city centre, mostly flat on paved paths and promenades. Perfect for families, buggies, and dogs – it's accessible, urban, and traffic-free for long stretches. Combines coastal views with historic landmarks like the Royal Yacht Britannia. Ideal for those wanting an easy leg-stretcher with cafés and facilities en route rather than wilderness walking.

Hiking routeNational trail
4.43 km from campsite
Operator: Green Action Trust
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Water of Leith Walkway (Slateford to Leith)

Follows Edinburgh's historic river through woodland, past weirs and old mills, with a mostly flat, paved path ideal for buggies and families with toddlers. Dogs welcome on leads. The route showcases unexpected urban wildlife, charming bridges, and transitions from leafy suburbs to the vibrant Shore at Leith. Excellent for gentle riverside strolls with cafés and galleries en route, though some sections can get muddy after rain where the path narrows.

Walking routeLocal network
2.59 km from campsite
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John Muir Way (Edinburgh to Prestonpans)

Follows flat, paved paths along Edinburgh's waterfront and the Firth of Forth coast, passing through historic Musselburgh before reaching Prestonpans. Excellent for families and buggies—mostly level tarmac and compacted paths with just gentle undulations. Dogs welcome throughout on leads near wildlife areas. Takes in harbours, beaches, and John Muir's birthplace in Dunbar direction, with cafés and facilities in Musselburgh making it ideal for shorter sections or a full seaside day walk.

Hiking routeNational trail
5.91 km from campsite
Route length: 15.75 km
Operator: Green Action Trust
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