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Hilly Cow Wigwams

Kirknewton, Edinburgh and the Lothians, Scotland

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Hilly Cow Wigwams is set on a family-run working farm, a 45 minute drive from Edinburgh. There are 11 pods on offer to suit solo travellers, couples, friends and families, all with heating, cosy interiors and fire pits - just bring the marshmallows! You'll also have access to a fully equipped communal kitchen, games room and facility block. Little ones can enjoy playing in the play park, or meeting the ponies, horses, goats and sheep!

Why you'll love it at Hilly Cow Wigwams


Family and dog friendly pods just 45 minutes from Edinburgh and 20 minutes to Livingston

Set on a family-run working farm, meet the horses, ducks, hens, goats and sheep!

Enjoy nights sat round your fire pit with amazing dark skies, plus a range of bookable extras

About the site


Whether you're searching for a slice of countryside life or wanting a convenient base to visit Edinburgh, this family-run working farm is an idyllic spot. Offering options suitable for solo travelers, couples, friends and families. There are four Standard Wigwam pods set in a row near the amenity block, sleeping up to five with a large sleeping platform at the rear for four, plus a single sleeping platform. Two of the pods are the Standard Plus Wigwam pods which offer the addition of a private toilet and shower hut just outside of the pod. The standard pods have access to the toilets and showers in the shared facility block. The three Wigwam Ensuite Glamping Pods are set directly opposite the amenity block and also sleep up to five with two double sleeping platforms, plus a single sleeping platform. These pods also have an ensuite loo and sink. Shower facilities are located in the shared amenity block. Inside all of the pods, you'll find an electric heater, mains electric for charging your devices and a kettle, fridge, toaster and microwave so you can prepare basic meals. If you're looking to cook whilst you're away you will have access to the communal kitchen area that has everything you need, just bring the food! Outside all of the pods, there is a decking area, a picnic bench and a fire pit for nights in the open, admiring the fabulous dark skies on offer. You can also hire a BBQ if you want to cook up some burgers and sausages. Please ensure that you bring all of your own bedding, linen and towels. The site offers double bedding for hire plus sleeping bags and pillows, or you can bring your own. One of the standard pods and one of the Ensuite pods have parking beside the pods, otherwise there is a car park where you can leave your vehicle. In terms of accessibility, the site is all one level and all of the pods have ramps that can be used to give the pods wheelchair access, plus all doors in the pods and amenity block are wide enough for wheelchair access. There is also an accessible bathroom in the main facility block with hand rails, a lower sink and stools. There are also four deluxe ensuite glamping Wigwam pods, some of these have hot tubs too! Up to two dogs are welcome to join you for your stay for a small extra charge. The site also offers a range of bookable extras to help you make your stay that extra bit special, from flowers, chocolates and fairy lights. Or, if you have little ones, you can ensure there is a high chair and a cot when you arrive! Set on a working farm, you have the opportunity to meet the horses, ponies, goats, sheep, hens and ducks! The site offers occasional farm tours where you can meet the newborn lambs, learn about farm life or even collect a fresh egg from the hens. Little ones can also play in the onsite play park!

"Our 12 year old loved meeting the farm animals"

Crystal M

"Beautiful views right outside the door"

Joanne P

"The family were all so friendly and helpful"

Shannon P

"It's perfect, the best weekend we've had in years!"

Stacey M


Facilities and amenities

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Family friendly

Shop

Fishing

Games room

Kids playground

Laundry

Near pub

Open year round

Peaceful

WiFi

Site facilities include a shared amenity block with well-kept showers, toilets and a family shower room, plus a kitchen/diner and a games room. Guests in the ensuite pods have their own self contained toilet and sink, those in the deluxe pods have an ensuite with a toilet and shower. Free WiFi is provided.

The nearest shop to the site is Festival Stores, five minutes away, and the closest pub is The Grapes just ten minutes away. Food deliveries are available from takeaways in the area including Domino's, a fish and chip shop, Italian food and Chinese food.


Pricing and availability

Wigwam Ensuite Glamping Pods

Sleeps 5

Electric sockets

Heating

(Electric heater)

Hot tub

Parking

Shower

(Shared facilities)

Toilet

(Private ensuite)

WiFi

(Included)

Double bed

(Multiple)

Meet on arrival

Single bed

Camping pods with two double beds and either a single bed or a table and chairs. Bedding, linen and towels are not provided, but can be added onto your booking. There is a heater, electric, a fridge, kettle, microwave and toaster inside too. Ensuite loo and sink, shared shower facilities nearby. Outside is a decking area, a picnic bench and a fire pit. Set directly opposite the amenity block and play park. Shared kitchen facilities nearby. Two dogs welcome.

Standard Plus Wigwam Glamping Pods

Sleeps 5

Electric sockets

Heating

(Electric heater)

Hot tub

Parking

(Unallocated at car park)

Shower

(Private, separate to pod)

Toilet

(Private, separate to pod)

WiFi

(Included)

Meet on arrival

Single bed

(Sleeper bench)

Sleeping platforms

Camping pods with one large sleeping platform which sleeps up to four plus a single sleeping platform. Bedding, linen and towels are not provided. There is a heater, electric, a fridge, kettle, microwave and toaster inside too. Private toilet and shower in separate cubicle next to the pods. Outside is a decking area, a picnic bench and a fire pit. All of the standard Wigwam pods are set in a row near the amenity block. Shared kitchen facilities nearby. Two dogs welcome.

Standard Wigwam Camping Pod

Sleeps 5

Electric sockets

Heating

(Electric heater)

Hot tub

Parking

Shower

(Shared facilities)

Toilet

(Shared facilities)

WiFi

(Included)

Meet on arrival

Single bed

(Sleeper bench)

Sleeping platforms

Camping pods with one large sleeping platform which sleeps up to four plus a single sleeping platform. Bedding, linen and towels are not provided. There is a heater, electric, a fridge, kettle, microwave and toaster inside too. Outside is a decking area, a picnic bench and a fire pit. All of the standard Wigwam pods are set in a row near the amenity block. Shared facilities nearby. Two dogs welcome.

Map and address

Park address

Hilly Cow Wigwams,

Leyden Farm, Kirknewton, Edinburgh and the Lothians, Scotland, EH27 8DQ

Coordinates

55.8638, -3.4413 | NT 9 64

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What guests say

"Our 12 year old loved meeting the farm animals"

Crystal M

"Beautiful views right outside the door"

Joanne P

"The family were all so friendly and helpful"

Shannon P

"It's perfect, the best weekend we've had in years!"

Stacey M


FAQ

Check-in is available from 2:30pm until 10pm, if you are delayed please let the site know. Check out is due before 10:30am on your last day.

The site asks that upon arrival, you should ring the bell in the kitchen or call the site owner.

Bedding and towels are not included in your pods, but the site does offer bedding, sleeping bag and pillow hire if you do not wish to bring your own.

The pods welcome up to two dogs each for a small extra charge. Due to being set on a working farm, the site asks that dogs be kept on the lead at all times and not left unattended. Also, only Guide Dogs are allowed in the amenity block.

The pods each have free WiFi access available.

Yes, all guests have access to the amenity block with toilets and showers, a fully equipped kitchen and a games room.

The site just has the range of camping and glamping Wigwam pods onsite.

There is parking beside one of the standard pods and one of the ensuite pods, otherwise all vehicles should be parked in the designated parking area.

No, toiletries are not included so you will need to remember your own.

The three ensuite pods have ensuite loo's, the two standard plus pods have private shower and toilet facilities in a hut next to their pod. Otherwise, all guests have access to the amenity block, where there are toilets and showers.

There is a train station and bus stop in Kirknewton which is a five minute drive away.

No, your pod will not have a private hot tub, but there are some pods onsite that do have access to a private hot tub.

You will need to bring bedding and linen if you are not hiring any from the site, towels, toiletries, a torch, wellies and any food you may need whilst you're away.

Your pod includes a fire pit, but there are BBQs available to hire if you wish to cook up some burgers and sausages!

Yes, there are electric vehicle charging facilities at reception.

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The listing for Hilly Cow Wigwams was last updated on May 31st, 2025 at 12:14 AM

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