Site Closed on 23 November 2026

Frugaldom campervan and motorhome site will be closed on Monday the 23rd November 2026 through to Tuesday lunchtime as the yard, huts and hide are booked out for an overnight wildlife photography visit. This is a one-night event so we will be open to stopovers over the weekend, then resume again on the Tuesday.

Wildlife Watch is Back

As the days draw shorter and winter draws closer, the creatures of the night arrive earlier.

Sometimes, their paths cross through the night, when the hissing and growling can be heard but most nights, the cats know when it's safe to move out of the way. Freddo Cat got caught unawares last night in the paddock.

Elsewhere in the wildlife wilderness, the pine martens are as active as ever, often being seen before dark and after dawn. They still visit throughout the night.

If you are booking a wildlife watch night at Frugaldom, please call ahead to ensure the parking and hide are available. We charge £25 for 2 nights, including a full day of access into our little hide for the purposes of wildlife watching. No dogs allowed without prior arrangement and consent of the landowners.

To check availability and/or book, email frugaldom@gmail.com or text/WhatsApp 07795870688. No calls or voice messages please as we are totally off-grid with no services or facilities and sometimes that means so mobile signal.

Payment - cash on arrival or request online payment details.

Find us on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter @Frugaldom

Sorry, No Dogs Allowed

We have tried our best to accommodate dog owners but, sadly, to no avail. Yes, mistakes happen, dogs accudentally get loose, but we cannot afford for these sorts of mistakes to happen in a sanctuary setting. We have several cats wandering around, plus wildlife that includes badgers, pine martens and red squirrels to consider. Sadly, owing to yet another 'mistake' by owners with reactive dogs, we now have no other option than to withdraw our 'well behaved pets welcome' policy. This rule is effective immediately, no exceptions. 

Members and regulars can get in contact with me (Susan) to discuss future bookings.

Volunteers Invited

Knowledgeable, responsible volunteers needed to help look after 6 rescued & retired ponies and 2 goats in rural southwest Scotland. May suit vanlifers (park-up available) or someone looking to try simple, off-grid living in a small cabin (Scottish hut). Ideally suited to singles or possibly a couple. This is not full-time living, it is initially for 4 weeks with immediate start for the right person/people. Not suitable for children or dogs owing to other aspects of the project. Anyone interested should send details and relevant experience via email to frugaldom@gmail.com 

CONTACT FRUGALDOM

We are totally off-grid with no electricity, no phone lines, no water, no sewerage system and almost no mobile phone signal so PLEASE DO NOT CALL and PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE VOICEMAIL. I cannot access voicemail without a mobile phone signal and cannot answer calls while outside seeing to animals / livestock.

HOW TO GET IN CONTACT

Email - frugaldom@gmail.com

Text - 07795 870688

WhatsApp - 07795 870688

Facebook - @Frugaldom

Messenger - @Frugaldom

Twitter X - @Frugaldom

Instagram - @Frugaldom

For campervans and motorhomes up to 7.5m, we have no booking system and, to date, have never been full. Just turn up anytime between12 noon and 5pm.