PUBLIC SHOWERS IN SCOTLAND

Public showers in Scotland have been an absolute godsend. Scotland is our favourite place to van life in the UK. You can go for a weekend to months on end. But the one recurring issue we've had is showering on the road, we rolled in our T5 for 5 years! So when we found out that you could find shower facilities near where we are a lot of the time in Scotland we were blown away.


From our travels, we've seen Public Facilities, like toilets etc. in Scotland fall into a few categories and that's the same with Public Showers.  Some shower facilities are free, some are paid for. Some will also come with additional facilities, such as toilets, hair dryers, water refilling and washing machines.


Please note that any of these listings are subject to change, whether that be timings, costs or availability. We have worked to give the most up-to-date information. We have tried to provide telephone numbers where we can, so you may wish to ring ahead, where possible.


Here are the locations we've travelled to and researched for you. Use the link to jump to locations to find public showers near me. If you feel there's a public shower we should add, drop us an email 😎🤙🏼.

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The Highlands

Fort William

Public showers Fort William Railway Station, shower facilities and toilets. Two showers for ladies, two for gentlemen and one unisex shower facility for disabled people.


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Glencoe

Glencoe Mountain Resort has showers and a drying room/cupboard.


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Mallaig


Mallaig Marina Centre has toilet, shower and laundry facilities


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West Bay Car Park Facilities


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Ardnamurchan Peninsula


Kilchoan Visitor Shower and Toilet block


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Glenuig village hall has toilet and shower facilities available to the public year-round. Outdoor tap and bins are available.


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Aviemore

Public toilets, across the road from Tesco Superstore.


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Kingussie

Badenoch Centre on Spey Street in Kingussie – leisure centre charges £3 for using showers.


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Kyle of Lochalsh

  • Kyle & Lochalsh Community Trust owns and operates the Public Conveniences building in the Kyle village centre which provides toilet, shower and laundry facilities.
  • Cost
  • Toilets: 50p to enter the building's main part, including toilets and showers – Pay by cash or card.
  • Shower: £3.00 for 5 mins – cash or card – Last entry to showers 5.30 pm.
  • Opening hours - 8.30 am – 6 pm daily
  • Telephone number -01599 534505
  • Google Maps Link
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Ullapool

West Argyle Street public showers


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Lochbroom Leisure centre


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Torridon

  • At the entrance to the village of Torridon off the A896 lies Torridon campsite, which is open year-round and welcomes visitors with tents. There are no set charges, donations are appreciated to support the site's amenities, including public conveniences and free showers. Unfortunately, the site cannot accommodate vans, caravans, or motorhomes.
  • Cost - Free
  • Google Maps Link
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Achiltibuie

Coigach Community Hall has shower facilities. Donations are welcomed for using the facilities. If you can't access them, there is a noticeboard with numbers to call.


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Tain

Seaboard Centre has a shower, toilet, laundry and hairdryer (20p)


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Argyll & Bute

Oban

North Pier Building


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Loch Lomand & The Trossachs

Balloch, Loch Lomond

Duncan mills memorial slipway, Balloch, Loch Lomond, has use of toilets and showers.


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Callander
McLaren Leisure Centre has shower facilities for a small fee.


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The Outer Hebrides

South Uist

Lochboisdale – Public Toilets and Showers at the Marina and the Pier


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Eriskay Ferry Terminal has use of showers and toilets.


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Isle of Harris

Huisinis Gateway Public Toilets and Showers


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Horgabost Beach showers are built into the old container in the car park

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Leverburgh Ferry Terminal, toilets and shower facilities.

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Tarbert Car Park Public Toilets & Showers In the same building as Essence of Harris.

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Isle of Barra

Castlebay Ferry terminal Shower and toilet facilities


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Isle of Lewis

Stornoway – Lewis Sports Centre Showers for a small fee.


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Ardroil Sands coin-operated block with showers, toilets and laundry facilities.

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Ness – Showers, Toilets and Chemical Disposal Point at the Leisure Centre for a small fee.

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The Inner Hebrides

Isle of Mull

  • Tobermory Visitor Centre has toilets, showers and laundry for a small fee (around £2)

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Craignure Bunkhouse Showers and toilets


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Isle of Jura

Jura Hotel in Craighouse has showers and laundry for a charge

  • Cost - £1 for 4mins (You must buy a token in the bar for the shower. This costs £10 and £5 is refundable upon fob return)
  • Laundry - Takes £1 and 50p coins
  • Opening hours - call to confirm opening times
  • Telephone number - 01496 820243
  • Google Maps Link
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Isle of Skye

Glenelg and Arnisdale Community Hall – Showers and toilets


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Portree

Arainn Fhinn, The Fingal Centre – Showers for a small fee


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Isle of Eigg

There's toilets and showers available at the pier. Located in the An Laimhrig building which also has the Eigg Shop, Galmisdale Bay Cafe & Bar and the Eigg Craft Shop.


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Sutherland

Lochinver

Clachtoll Beach Campsite Non-residents can use the showers/sink washing area is £5 per person. Also, you can dispose of waste, fill up with water, empty rubbish, and use dishwashing sinks is £9.


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Scottish Borders

Peebles


Glentress Mountain Bike Trail Centre Public showers at Glentress Trail Centre. Six showers are available.


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Gretna
Welcome Break Gretna Green Services A74M Showers, not great, can flood. Not always very hot.


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Newcastleton

There are Public toilets and showers available in Newcastleton Village. These are located just off Douglas Square on Langholm Street next to the Fire Station. Showers and toilets are council-run.

Where To Stay In Scotland

Luxury – exploreNESS Apartment

Explore Inverness from exploreNESS Apartment, a 1-bedroom apartment located just 0.8 miles from Inverness Castle. With free WiFi, private parking, and a daily buffet breakfast, exploreNESS Apartment has everything you need for a comfortable and convenient stay.


The apartment features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave, a washing machine, and a bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided.


From exploreNESS Apartment, you're just a short walk from Inverness's top attractions, including Inverness Castle, Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, and Caledonian Thistle. You're also well-placed to explore the beautiful Scottish Highlands, with Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Isle of Skye all within easy reach.

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Mid-Range – Loch Earn

Relax and unwind at Loch Earn Bed and Breakfast, a charming bed and breakfast located just 2.7 km from Inverness Castle.

Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Loch Earn Bed and Breakfast is the perfect place to stay for a comfortable and convenient stay in Inverness. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries, and walk-in shower. Some rooms also have a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher.


Start your day with a delicious continental breakfast served daily in the dining room. After breakfast, relax in the garden or head out to explore the many attractions that Inverness has to offer.


Inverness Castle, Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, and Caledonian Thistle are all within a short walk of Loch Earn Bed and Breakfast. You can also easily reach Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Isle of Skye from the bed and breakfast.

Book your stay at Loch Earn Bed and Breakfast today and start planning your Inverness adventure!




Budget – Inverness Youth Hostel

Stay in the heart of Inverness at Inverness Youth Hostel, just a 10-minute walk from the train station and Eastgate Shopping Centre. This budget-friendly hostel offers free private parking, bicycle storage, and packed lunches on request.


All rooms have shared bathroom facilities and are simply furnished, but they're clean and comfortable. You'll also have access to a communal kitchen, dining room, and lounge.


Inverness Youth Hostel is the perfect base for exploring the Highlands. Culloden Battlefield and its visitor centre are just a 10-minute drive away, while the banks of Loch Ness, the village of Dores, and Urquhart Castle are all within a 30-minute drive.



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