Windhaven Camping And B&B - Thurso

Most northerly campsite and B&B on the UK mainland, directly overlooking Brough Bay and the Orkney Isles.

Location & Views

Windhaven Camping And B&B Thurso sits on the cliff edge at the most northern point of the UK mainland. The property offers a private beach area and direct access to seal viewing points in Brough Bay. Dunnet Head Lighthouse and The Castle Gardens of Mey are both within a 8-10 minute drive, while the ferry to Orkney is 20-25 minutes away.

Accommodation

The B&B offers budget twin rooms and large twin rooms, each with a private bathroom and sea or garden views. A shared lounge with TV is available for guests of both B&B rooms. The campsite provides level pitches with picnic tables and separate areas for tents and campervans.

On-site Amenities

Windhaven Camping and B&B operates an on-site cafe serving homemade cakes and light snacks, with proceeds supporting the seal rescue centre. The property also runs a seal sanctuary where guests can watch rescued harbour seal pups being cared for. A dedicated fenced dog field is provided for pets, and there is a children's football park on the campsite.

Breakfast & Dining

A full English or Irish breakfast is cooked to order each morning, with a breakfast card for guests to select their preferred time and menu. Special diet menus are available upon request. The on-site cafe also offers packed lunches for guests heading out on the NC500 route.

Outdoor Activities

Guests can join organized walking tours and local culture tours on-site from April to September, arranged by the hosts. Fishing, hiking, and horse riding are available nearby, with kayaking opportunities along the coast. The campsite is a popular stop for cyclists and motorcyclists touring the NC500, with safe parking for motorcycles.

• Location: Most northerly campsite and B&B on UK mainland, 8 min from Dunnet Head Lighthouse
• Rooms: Budget and large twin rooms with private bathrooms and sea views
• Dining: Full English breakfast cooked to order; on-site cafe with homemade cakes
• Wildlife: Seal sanctuary and seal viewing point; seasonal puffin sightings
• Pet-friendly: Fenced dog field; pet-friendly camping pitches
• Activities: Organized walking tours from April to September; horse riding and kayaking nearby
• Nearby: 20-25 min to Orkney ferry; close to The Castle Gardens of Mey and Duncansby Head

Licence number: HI-00316-F