Lagan Towpath
Hiking routeRegional network
2.22 km from campsite
Route length: 19.2 km
Help Mountain Rescue — volunteers who run into the storm. They never charge for a rescue. They never charge.Donate
Follow us for big updates · new campsites · honest UK camping tipsFollow us — updates & daily drops
Sign up free · 20 seconds
22,000+ UK campsites · Save favourites · Book in one tap
kevinjust joined the camping communityShirleyjust joined the camping communityPrincejust joined the camping communityMeechjust joined the camping communityJessjust joined the camping communityGabbyjust joined the camping communityDavidjust joined the camping communityScottjust joined the camping communitykevinjust joined the camping communityShirleyjust joined the camping communityPrincejust joined the camping communityMeechjust joined the camping communityJessjust joined the camping communityGabbyjust joined the camping communityDavidjust joined the camping communityScottjust joined the camping community
4.0(0)
Price on Pitchup
54.566°N, 5.950°W
Stock
📷 Unsplash · region-matched
The smell of toast drifts from the guest house kitchen on a cold morning, and if you've slept in one of the pods outside, it's a proper incentive to get moving.
This is a hybrid setup that works well for mixed groups or families who can't quite agree on comfort levels — some in proper beds under a slate roof, others trying out pod life with a bit more shelter than a tent. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, so it suits walkers who want a base that's flexible. The pods give you that camping feeling without committing to canvas, and the guest house side means there's a fallback if the weather turns or someone decides glamping isn't for them after all.
You've got wifi across the site, it's open year-round, and you can ask about campfires when you arrive. It's a low-key, practical sort of place — nothing fancy, but thoughtfully done for people who want options without fuss.
Been here?
Show campers what The Old Rectory Guest House really looks like
Add a single landscape photo from your trip — pitch, view, sunset, anything but people. We’ll add it to the gallery after a quick moderation check.
Ask Camper AI
Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
17°C
Clear
7 mph
69%
7-Day Outlook
Today
21° / 15°
0%
Fri
22° / 14°
19%
Sat
19° / 15°
69%
Sun
18° / 14°
61%
Mon
21° / 13°
43%
Tue
24° / 17°
57%
Wed
21° / 15°
50%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby
Local walks within 10 km
21 routes found via OpenStreetMap
Meadow Trail
Walking routeLocal network
1.52 km from campsite
Operator: Forest Service
Lagan Trail
Walking routeLocal network
1.52 km from campsite
Operator: Forest Service
Riverside Circular Walk, Minnowburn
Dogs welcomeWalking routeLocal network
1.78 km from campsite
Route length: 4 km
Operator: National Trust
Highway to Health, Castlereagh
Walking routeLocal network
1.84 km from campsite
Operator: Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council
Walk data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Open in Maps uses Google / Apple Maps
Reel a fish near your pitch
Fisheries within 10 km
1 found · OpenStreetMap
- Upper Pond6.21 kmManaged fishery
From the Wall
No trips shared for The Old Rectory Guest House yet. Be the first — your photos could even feature on this page.
AI Packing List · Pro
Get a bespoke packing list tuned to this campsite's facilities, your party and the forecast — generated on demand by Camper AI.
Outdoor kit · partner deals
- Teva UK†Footwear
Walking sandals & water-friendly footwear — the unsung hero of UK campsite ablution-block runs.
- Absolute Snow†Outdoor clothing
Outdoor jackets, fleece layers and boots — Berghaus, Rab, Patagonia and more under one roof.
- FINDRA†Outdoor clothing
Scottish-made merino wool base layers, cycling kit and hill-walking essentials — built in the Borders to outlast the British weather.
- Campsites.co.uk†Campsite booking
Alternative booking platform — listings for thousands of UK campsites, holiday parks and touring sites.
- Camping World UK†Camping gear
UK's biggest camping retailer — tents, stoves, sleeping bags, awnings and every accessory you forgot to pack.
† Partner links — CampCompass UK earns a small commission if you buy. Costs you nothing and helps keep the app free of ads.
Partner Discount Codes · Pro
Verified discount codes from outdoor brands — added by the team as new partnerships go live.
Try Pro free for 14 daysFacilities
Wi-Fi
Nearby
Pubs & restaurants within 5 km
We couldn't fetch nearby places right now. Try refreshing in a moment.
Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate
Campfire threads about this site
No conversations yet. Be the first to share tips or a recommendation.
Field Notes (0)
No reviews yet. Be the first.
From
See on Pitchup
We use a handful of cookies to keep you signed in (essential) and — only with your permission — to see which features help campers most (analytics). No ad-tracking, no selling your data. Ever. Read our cookie policy.
Registered with the UK ICO · CSN5693592