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A Magical Festive Break with Drummohr Camping & Glamping

If you’re looking for the perfect festive escape, Christmas in Edinburgh is one of the most magical experiences in the UK. From dazzling Christmas lights in Edinburgh to the world-famous Christmas Market and Edinburgh Winter Festival, Scotland’s capital comes alive during late November and December.

Staying at our Edinburgh campsite, just 10 minutes by train from Edinburgh city centre, gives you the best of both worlds — cosy accommodation close to the action, yet surrounded by peace and countryside charm. We are one of the few Edinburgh campsites open all year so why not enjoy A Scottish Christmas at Drummohr?

Edinburgh's Winter Fesitval

The Edinburgh Winter Festival takes place across many famous landmarks in Edinburgh and runs from the last weekend in November until the 3rd of January. The Edinburgh Winter Festival has something for everyone including:

  • Artisan festive gifts and delicious food and drink at the Edinburgh Christmas Market in the East Princes Street Gardens.
  • Take in the sights from the Big Wheel or Around the World Star Flyer.
  • Enjoy the family funfair, storytelling with Santa himself, or find your way through the festive Christmas tree maze in Santa Land at West Princes Street Gardens.
  • Have a go at ice skating and enjoy the traditional fairground rides on Edinburgh’s famous George Street. 

Edinburgh Christmas Market

The Edinburgh Christmas Market on Princes Street Gardens is a must-visit. Wooden chalets brimming with gifts, traditional German food, mulled wine and festive treats create an unforgettable atmosphere. Whether you’re browsing handcrafted decorations or enjoying a warming hot chocolate, the market is a highlight of Christmas camping in Edinburgh.

Christmas Botanic Gardens Edinburgh

Another seasonal favourite is the Christmas at the Botanics in Edinburgh, a spectacular illuminated trail through the Royal Botanic Garden. Twinkling lights, immersive soundscapes, and installations bring the gardens to life after dark. It’s a family-friendly event that captures the magic of winter and is a great way to spend an evening before returning to your cosy glamping pod or hot tub lodge at Drummohr.

Edinburgh Zoo' Giant Lanterns

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) will be lighting up Edinburgh Zoo between November and February with Edinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns, a spectacular outdoor lantern immersive trail with a never-before-seen theme for 2025, featuring all things aquatic.

Visitors can expect to be transported under the sea, where weird and wonderful creatures wander the waves in a mile-long nocturnal trail. Over 600 lanterns will shine a tide of light on incredible wildlife that is rarely seen, from shimmering jellyfish and playful dolphins to legendary beasts of the deep.

Christmas Lights in Edinburgh

The whole city sparkles during the festive season. The Christmas lights in Edinburgh brighten up George Street, the Royal Mile, and Princes Street, creating perfect backdrops for festive photos. Don’t miss the giant Christmas tree on The Mound or the Street of Light displays.

Christmas Shows in Edinburgh

There’s normally a wide range of bookable events taking place throughout November and December:

  • The Royal Lyceum Edinburgh always has family friendly music adaptation running between late November and early January. For 2025 this is Cinderella; A Fairy Tale.
  • See the Edinburgh Castle of Light: A Kingdom of Colours and the colourful immersive and interactive displays, showing on various dates throughout November and December between 4.30pm and 9pm.
  • The Royal Scottish National Opera (RSNO) normally put on Christmas carol concerts in Edinburgh including your favourite Christmas movies set to stunning music.
  • Many churches such as St Vincent’s Chapel and St Giles Cathedral also put on events over Christmas in Edinburgh.
  • Pantomimes take place throughout the city including The Festival Theatre.

Check out What’s On in Edinburgh Christmas for more information.

Why Stay at Drummohr During Christmas in Edinburgh?

After soaking up the city’s festive atmosphere, retreat to our 5-star camping and glamping site.  Choose from:

With easy transport links into the city, you can enjoy the magic of Edinburgh’s Christmas events without the hassle of staying in the busy centre and paying city prices. The bus stop is a 5- minute walk and the bus drops you on Princes St within the hour or the train station at Wallyford is a 20-minute walk or 5-minute drive where there is a large free park and ride. Trains take 10 minutes to Edinburgh Waverley.

Book early to secure your festive break and make this Christmas truly unforgettable.

If you are looking to celebrate New Year in Edinburgh check out our blog on Visiting Edinburgh at New Year.

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