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-Castle Semple Car Park Lochwinnoch Lochwinnoch PA12 4EUAlways try and call ahead to check availability

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-Castle Semple Car Park is a picturesque location situated in the charming town of Lochwinnoch, Scotland. The car park is located on the banks of the tranquil Castle Semple Loch, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the loch, take in the fresh air and admire the natural beauty of the area.

The car park is conveniently located near the Castle Semple Visitor Centre, which offers a range of activities for visitors of all ages. The centre provides opportunities for water sports such as kayaking, sailing and windsurfing, as well as cycling and walking trails. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including otters, swans and herons, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.

For those interested in history, the nearby Castle Semple Collegiate Church is a must-see attraction. The church dates back to the 15th century and is steeped in history, with many fascinating stories to discover.

Overall, Castle Semple Car Park is a wonderful location to visit for a peaceful day out in the Scottish countryside. With its stunning views, range of activities and rich history, it is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

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Castle Semple Car Park Lochwinnoch Motorhome Stopover Information

🍺 About the Pub

Castle Semple Car Park is located beside Castle Semple Loch in Lochwinnoch, PA12 4EU. This stopover is not a traditional pub but a scenic car park area adjacent to the Castle Semple Visitor Centre and Country Park, which offers a café serving hot and cold drinks, soups, sandwiches, cakes, and ice cream. The site provides beautiful waterside views, making it a tranquil spot for motorhome owners to enjoy the surrounding countryside and lochside ambiance.

🕒 Opening Times

The Castle Semple Café at the Visitor Centre is open daily: in summer from 10:00 to 17:00 and in winter from 10:00 to 16:00. The car park itself and the park areas are open all day, every day.

🍽️ Food

The Visitor Centre café offers a range of refreshments including hot and cold drinks, soups, sandwiches, cakes, and ice creams. It is a great spot for a casual bite during your visit.

🛠️ Facilities

Large car parking area with free parking and electric car chargers
Disabled parking spaces and accessible toilets with grab rails
Ramp access into Visitor Centre and café, wheelchair access throughout
Bike hire, three-wheelers, and bike maintenance stations at Visitor Centre
Gift shop and picnic area
Fishing permits available for coarse fishing on the loch

⭐ Reviews

Visitors praise the area for its beautiful, peaceful environment perfect for wildlife watching such as swans and ducks. The café and staff receive high marks for friendliness and accessibility. It holds a 4.5 rating on Tripadvisor and is noted for being an accessible, family-friendly venue with excellent outdoor activities and events throughout the year.

🐾 Dog Friendly

The Castle Semple Country Park and surrounding outdoor trails are dog friendly, offering spacious natural areas ideal for walking dogs.

🌿 Beer Garden

Although there is no traditional pub beer garden, the Visitor Centre offers outdoor seating areas with lovely views of Castle Semple Loch, perfect for enjoying refreshments in a natural setting.

🚶 5 Interesting Things to Do Within 5 Miles

1. Castle Semple Country Park & Visitor Centre

A hub of outdoor activity, the park offers scenic lochside and woodland walks, bike hire, watersports including sailing and kayaking, and a café to relax. It is Scotland's first Centre of Excellence for disability sailing and provides ranger-led family events, making it ideal for active nature lovers and families.

2. Parkhill Wood

Located just off the cycle path near the Visitor Centre, Parkhill Wood features peaceful woodland trails, a Maze, an Ice House and Ice Cave, and is rich in natural wildlife. It’s a tranquil spot perfect for walking and enjoying seasonal wildflowers like bluebells and rhododendrons.

3. Castle Semple Collegiate Church

A historical 16th-century collegiate church located about 1.5 miles from the Visitor Centre, accessible by foot along scenic footpaths. It provides an atmospheric historical site surrounded by countryside.

4. Lochwinnoch Village

The nearby village, just a mile away, offers quaint shops, cafes, and the Lochwinnoch Train Station, ideal for a short visit to experience local life and convenient transport links.

5. National Cycle Network Route 7

This traffic-free cycle route passes right by the Visitor Centre and extends between Glasgow and Irvine. It is perfect for cyclists looking to explore the scenic countryside safely with marked routes and bike hire available at the park.

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