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Campsites in the Orkney Islands open in October

2 campsites in the Orkney Islands are open in October 2026, 2 of them for the whole month. October is quieter and cheaper, with autumn colour in the woods and stags rutting in the Highlands. Many campsites close at the end of the month.

What's on: October half term 17 Oct – 1 Nov

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Farm campsite · St Margaret's Hope · Open all month · from £20

Wheems Campsite (Wild Orcadian)

Tents, motorhomes, yurts, pods, shepherd's huts

  • Dogs welcome
  • Campfires
  • Near beach
  • Glamping

from £20/night

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Questions people ask

Which campsites in the Orkney Islands are open in October?

2 campsites, including Wheems Campsite (Wild Orcadian) and Orkney Caravan Park at the Pickaquoy Centre. 2 are open for the whole month.

What's the cheapest campsite in the Orkney Islands open in October?

Wheems Campsite (Wild Orcadian), from £20 a night for two adults, is the lowest price we can find in October.

Are there dog-friendly campsites in the Orkney Islands open in October?

Yes, 2 of the campsites open in October take dogs. Use the Dogs filter above.

Can I go glamping in the Orkney Islands in October?

Yes, 2 glamping sites are open in October. Use the Glamping filter above.

Which campsites open in October allow campfires?

1 of them allow fires in some form, usually in a raised fire pit.

Is October a good time to go camping in the Orkney Islands?

October is quieter and cheaper, with autumn colour in the woods and stags rutting in the Highlands. Many campsites close at the end of the month.