Woodland camping near Poole, Dorset

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping adventures! If you're looking for a forest escape near Poole, England, we've got you covered with over 2700 options to choose from. You'll find everything from tent camping to caravan sites, all nestled in the beautiful forests of the area. Check out the top-rated campsites like Heritage Coast Campsite (39 reviews), Abbey Home Farm (35 reviews), and The Barn KT9 (31 reviews) for a guaranteed great experience. Enjoy popular facilities like campfires, toilets, and potable water, and dive into exciting activities such as exploring historic sites, enjoying autumn fun, or even trying your hand at snow sports. With an average price per night of £26 and options as low as £8, camping near Poole has never been more affordable. So pack your gear and get ready to experience the great outdoors!

96% (697) • 270 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Poole

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping adventures! If you're looking for a forest escape near Poole, England, we've got you covered with over 2700 options to choose from. You'll find everything from tent camping to caravan sites, all nestled in the beautiful forests of the area. Check out the top-rated campsites like Heritage Coast Campsite (39 reviews), Abbey Home Farm (35 reviews), and The Barn KT9 (31 reviews) for a guaranteed great experience. Enjoy popular facilities like campfires, toilets, and potable water, and dive into exciting activities such as exploring historic sites, enjoying autumn fun, or even trying your hand at snow sports. With an average price per night of £26 and options as low as £8, camping near Poole has never been more affordable. So pack your gear and get ready to experience the great outdoors!

96% (697) • 270 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Poole

1. The Barn KT9

97%

(271)

133km from Poole · 22 units · Tents, Glamping

A unique rural campsite in Surrey, a stone's throw from London's Zone 6

2. Primrose Fields Campsite

97%

(204)

17km from Poole · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Back-to-basics camping in a Dorset hay meadow

3. Kingsmead Camping

99%

(96)

88km from Poole · 36 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A range of pitches, from grassy open spaces to off-grid woodland clearings, topped off by two well-stocked fishing lakes

4. Oak & Ash & Thorn in the Cotswolds

100%

(47)

107km from Poole · 9 units · Tents

Secluded almost wild camping spots in an ancient woodland in the Cotswolds

5. Shotover Country Park Wild Camping

125km from Poole · 25 units · Tents

Our 7 acre property is a mixture of woodland and meadows with a fresh water spring and several fruit and nut trees. It is wild and mysterious with amazing sunsets and we are just a stones throw away from Shotover Country Park, which is the real Narnia. C S Lewis lived on the edge of Shotover woods and so we can fairly assume that Shotover is the inspiration for the Narnia trilogy. Shotover Country Park is one of Oxfords best kept secrets and consists of 280 acres of freely accessible woodland and open countryside. It is a paradise for dog walkers, horse riders and cyclists and also has natural sandpits for children to enjoy. We will be offering woodland rides from this location in 2026 as we need to do some fencing work first.

6. Abbey Home Farm

94%

(218)

111km from Poole · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Eco-camping for real. Cooking on an open fire. Unspoilt natural beauty.

7. Hideaway Hut, Camping cabin.

99%

(85)

121km from Poole · 4 units · Glamping

Magical, secluded glamping in the Wye Valley, yards from the Offas Dyke trail

8. Jubilee Camping

96%

(98)

24km from Poole · 51 units · Tents

Simple tent camping in the farming village of Damerham with fine views and easy access to the New Forest National Park

9. Old Litten

99%

(60)

79km from Poole · 1 unit · Tent

Nestled atop a serene hill, this idyllic field offers a perfect escape for campers. Blanketed in lush, green grass, the field stretches out under a vast, clear sky, providing panoramic views of the South Downs National Park. Wildflowers in vibrant hues dot the landscape. As the sun goes down, the sky transforms into a canvas of twinkling stars, untouched by city lights. This remote haven, far from the hustle and bustle, is a sanctuary for those seeking tranquility and a deep connection with nature.

10. Quaint Farm in a National Park

100%

(26)

88km from Poole · 2 units · Glamping

Our 17 acre Farm is set deep within the beautiful South Downs National Park on the outskirts of the quiet village of Milland (near Liphook) in rural West Sussex (close to its border with Hampshire and Surrey). We have direct access to an excellent bridleway and footpath network through peaceful open countryside and quiet lanes as well as being on the Serpent Tail and close to the South Downs Way. Our Glamping Pod and Shepherd's Hut are available to book all year round. We also offer stabling if you would like to take your horses or ponies on holiday with you! Milland village (0.8 miles) has the Rising Sun pub, serving great food and drink, and Milland Stores, which stocks all your essential fresh and local produce as well as having a small cafe.

11. Teddy's Farm

99%

(154)

29km from Poole · 95 units · Tents, Glamping

Family-friendly pop-up camping in the heart of the New Forest.

12. Woodlands Camping

97%

(104)

71km from Poole · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A back-to-basics campsite in the South Downs National Park

13. Laleham Camping Club

100%

(10)

127km from Poole · 124 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Our 100 pitch campsite is located in the protected Green Belt area to the west of London. With the River Thames on one side and Laleham Park on all others, the beautiful surroundings are hard to beat given the proximity to the capital. The campsite is run voluntarily by its members, with day-to-day matters being handled by an elected committee and wardens.

14. Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

97%

(33)

39km from Poole · 5 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly wild woodland camping in Dorset

15. Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

95%

(148)

145km from Poole · 14 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Think Countryfile meets Time Team. Camping in six-acres of unspoiled Cotswold countryside, built in the grounds of a Norman castle.

16. Tom's Field (New Forest)

99%

(44)

28km from Poole · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Small, family-run camping in the New Forest National Park, brought about by popular demand

17. Wolford Wood Camping & Cabins

98%

(30)

142km from Poole · 16 units · Tents

Family camping in a Cotswolds wildflower meadow beside an ancient woodland and SSSI

18. Forest Edge

100%

(24)

89km from Poole · 44 units · Tents, Glamping

A welcoming and wild-ish camping and glamping site on the edge of a forest in East Devon

19. Wild camping at Emmetts on Exmoor

88%

(21)

134km from Poole · 4 units · Tents

Emmetts on Exmoor is part of the highest farm on the moor, up at an altitude of 1250 feet with gorgeous views out over the surrounding scenery of the national park. You won't find a better place for spotting wildlife right from your tent! Red deer herds regularly frequent the moor which is opposite your pitch. Other wildlife in the area include cuckoos, woodpeckers, golden plovers, foxes and much more! This is a place that’s big on space but small on guest numbers (just four pitches which are not visible from one another), so there’s always plenty of space around to soak up the rural atmosphere, spot wildlife and play games. The site is unmanned so make sure you have all the info you need before setting off and it’s worth noting that Exmoor National Park was designated Europe’s first Dark Sky Reserve back in 2011, so you should hopefully be in for spectacular displays of stars by night too. Unsurprisingly, this is a great area for walks and mountain bike rides; other activities in the area include things like fishing, sailing and pony trekking. If you’ve still got any energy left after that little lot, the farm’s all-weather tennis court is available to hire for a game or two. There is a proper shower and loo available next to the car parking area and all pitches are approximately a 500 metre walk away from this area through woodland and across pasture. Remember the site is off-grid so it’s a good idea to remember to bring along a torch. Guests are welcome to bring along a barbecue or hire a firepit and purchase wood onsite. Simonsbath (5 minutes) has a pub and a tearoom and Exford and Withypool (both within 15 minutes) have good village shops for picking up any other supplies you might need. The Poltimore Arms and The Exmoor Forest Inn are two very local pubs that are well worth a visit.

20. Brig's Farm

97%

(157)

67km from Poole · 21 units · Tents, Glamping

Family camping with campfires near Charmouth, with sea views and a couple of quirky glamping lorries

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Andrea

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Cotswolds Camping at Holycombe

Easy to get on the pitches by ourselves and had the whole site for us, not surprising as it’s late November! Very quiet and loved it! We will be back again for the 3rd time

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Oscar

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Old Litten

Charlotte’s land was a brilliant spot perfectly located with a beautiful view. Had everything we needed for our one night stay and we had a great time thanks to it.

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Ian

October 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Old Litten

What an incredible find! Lovely views, lovely people nearby and the host was so friendly and welcoming. We will absolutely be back!

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Geert

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Old Litten

A truly beautiful place to stay – so charming and full of character. And then there’s Charlotte, the hostess: such a warm and welcoming person, with a genuine passion that shines through in her wonderful camper spot. The surrounding region is perfect for both walking and gravel riding. For food and drinks, head to the pub just around the corner (“The Pub with No Name” aka The White Horse). It’s incredibly authentic and serves excellent cuisine.

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Victoria

October 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping

What an amazing spot in nature! This was an incredible getaway, such a quiet and natural space with birds, surrounded by trees and the very nearby woodlands which are covered in mushrooms, more than we could count! It was so peaceful, we loved the natural space and eco-friendly touches. We definitely want to return again! It was magical!

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Abi

October 2025

5 m car

Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping

Really great site. Managed really well. Amazing spot in the woods and plenty of space between yourself and other campers. Firepits are provided and you can buy wood for fires if you need. There are some great walks nearby and plenty of stargazing! Would really recommend this site. Had a really wonderful weekend here. (There is a closing time of 7pm which is to be aware of and not being able to enter after that point so just something to be aware if traffic or travelling far after work.) The toilets, eco and flushing, were really good. Didn't use the showers so cant say!

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Ross

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Old Litten

Lovely site for nearly wild camping, had the place all to ourselves, and the view was incredible. Charlotte was a lovely and helpful host, would definitely recommend. If it helps anyone find the site in future, the what3words is ///deeper.perfumes.hiked

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Katie

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping

We very much enjoyed the peace and quiet of the location. Rustic and basic, very much as advertised.

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Charlie

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Excellent site, so relaxing and beautiful: just as described. Cannot recommend highly enough, will definitely return and highly recommend

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Ryan

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

It is well organised, easy to access and you really do feel you are in the countryside/out in the wide open spaces. I highly recommend this site and aim to be back very soon!

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Bob

September 2025

5 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Laleham Camping Club

Right by the river. Clean site, hot showers, friéndly host

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Liam

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Had such a great stay at The Barn!! Such a lovely campsite and it has everything you need for a relaxing stay! There are great walks in the local area and the on site cafe had amazing pastries! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful break!

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Millie

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Great campsite, really peaceful, beautiful views and great amenities.

A view of the hut from one of the surrounding footpaths.

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Emily

September 2025

1 night at Quaint Farm in a National Park

Matt met us on arrival and helped carry our bags to the The Shepherds Hut which is well fitted out , nicely decorated , lovely and clean, and well equipped. Nice hot shower and towel rail. Electric fire and also a log burner should you need it for the cold weather,The bed was so so comfy and the oat biscuits and eggs were delicious !! All windows had lovely views. Ivan & Sylvia S xxx

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Alec

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Abbey Home Farm

Wonderful spot! Incredibly friendly and welcoming staff. Warm showers were an unexpected bonus!

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Issy

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Lovely, small campsite on working farm. Each pitch comes with a fire pit and bbq which is a nice touch. Great cafe on site and food trucks/ street food on certain days. We’ll be back!

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Craig

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Awesome set up, with thoughtful amenities like BBQ, BBQ utensils, camp fire pit, wood, hammocks, seats, etc. After it rained, we were treated to a wonderful rainbow display. The coffee and pastries in the morning were a treat.

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Sally

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Woodlands Camping

Quiet, sheltered and peaceful spot. Great location for using as a base to explore North Hampshire villages and walking trails. Was lovely in The Clearing - so much so we stayed on for an extra night! Facilities are rustic/simple (head torch needed to use the toilets day and night!) but they do the job as long as you’re prepared to get back to basics!

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Christine

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

My recent glamping trip in a bell tent was absolutely great, perfectly blending tranquil nature with a comfortable double bed; soft blankets and pillows and the spacious and thoughtfully decorated bell tent ready and waiting for us. We were able to immediately relax and enjoy our surroundings. It was the perfect escape for anyone who has had a long week at work and loves camping with a touch of luxury. The sun was shinning and it was wonderful to lie hammock! I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

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Simon

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to The Barn KT9

Lovely site, well spaced out pitches, deckchairs, bbqs and picnic tables provided, facilities clean and functional. There’s also a cafe on site and good walks through the woodland to local pubs. My only issue was the background road noise but that can’t be helped given the location. It isn’t loud at all but hearing it does take away that feeling of being out in the countryside a little.