95% (2.1K) • 3,766 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds in Wareham Forest
Primrose Fields Campsite
1. Primrose Fields Campsite
97%
(204)
Wareham, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping in a Dorset hay meadow
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Sweet Hill Farm
2. Sweet Hill Farm
94%
(308)
Isle Of Portland, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland
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Crooked Willows Farm
3. Crooked Willows Farm
92%
(25)
Wimborne. Dorset, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Adults-only, back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm
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In Nature Camping
4. In Nature Camping
Christchurch, England · 100 units
Dog-friendly pop-up site in a spacious ten-acre field
A 10-minute drive from beaches and 15 minutes from Milford on Sea
Whether you’re paddleboarding on local beaches, pursuing outdoor activities in the New Forest or mooching around the nearby towns, there’s a great balance between civilisation and peaceful countryside at In Nature Camping, part of Coast & Country Camping Club in Hampshire
Under a mile from the edge of the New Forest National Park and 10 minutes’ drive away from beaches, there’s lots on the agenda here: days at the beach, visits to nearby historic towns and properties as well as shopping in local villiages.
There’s a microbrewery 10 minutes' walk away, which serves drinks like small-cask beer, handcrafted ales and ‘unfined’ beer. A five-minute drive away, there’s another café with pick-your-own farm produce activities.
The closest beaches for strolls, snoozes, swimming and the likes are Avon beach (10 minutes), Highcliffe beach (10 minutes) Barton-on-sea beach (10 minutes). As for interesting local towns with shops and cafés, make your way to Highcliffe (five minutes), Christchurch (10 minutes), New Milton (five minutes) and Milford on Sea (15 minutes). The main road from Lyndhurst to the coast runs just a short distance from the field, making it nice and easy to access local attractions.
What about the place you’ll be calling home for your Hampshire holiday? Off-grid, it’s very much a wildlife haven. Try your hand at self-sufficiency (barbecues and firepits are allowed, weather conditions permitting) or grab your meals locally.
There are four hot showers, six toilets and two washing-up sinks for those of you who decide to dust off the old camp stove and try cooking under the stars.
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Little Eden Riverside Campsite
5. Little Eden Riverside Campsite
98%
(66)
England · 27 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A very warm welcome to our guests at Little Eden, a restful and relaxing, riverside campsite for tents and campervans with grass pitches. We’re in a great spot if you love fishing, kayaking, gorge walking, cycling, seasides, fossil hunting, wild swimming, fell running, bird watching, archaeology or even Viking history!
We are 9 miles from the mystical Glastonbury Abbey and Tor and directly on a Sustrans 33 cycle path route. The River Brue runs alongside the campsite with damsel flies fluttering by and kingfishers darting back and forth. We are on the Somerset levels so the sunsets are amazing as well as night time stargazing. We have a private, wooden jetty where you can launch your own paddle board. It’s a perfect get away for campers and nature lovers. Bring your own raised BBQs and logs or buy firewood on site. A family run campsite around 30 miles south of Bristol on the banks of the River Brue, it has a relaxed vibe and we try to keep things simple and straight forward. It’s ideal for doing some day trips nearby, then lighting the BBQ and playing Frisbee (games box you are most welcome to use). Shower and toilet, drinking water, washing-up sink in garden kitchenette.
Our big sister site is just 4 miles away, and the café bar at 'Wall Eden Farm' serves fantastic coffee, cake, and family-made Somerset cider. If looking for classic countryside pub meal The Duck at Burtle and The Bird at Westhay are local favourites, be sure to book! Burnham on Sea close by has great fish and chips, a sandy beach, a pier and promenade if you like salty fingers and sandy toes.
*DIRECTIONS* Little Eden Adventures is on Goole Maps
Postcode takes you within 200 meters of campsite, look for white house with flagpole on stone bridge over river. What3words master.musical.titles.
Our grandmother and her 5 sisters grew up milking cattle on the land. It’s steeped in history and archaeology. Bring your fishing rod as there are bream and roach in the River Brue. The site is a dream for cyclists.
Electric vehicle charging at Wall Eden Farm with a Farmshop stocked with essential supplies, Moonshine and sweet treats. Sorry no pets as livestock in neighbouring fields.
Big Adventures and Little Moments
Warmest Wishes, Team Little Eden
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Brig's Farm
6. Brig's Farm
97%
(157)
Bridport, England · 21 units · Tents, Glamping
Family camping with campfires near Charmouth, with sea views and a couple of quirky glamping lorries
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Goren Farm
7. Goren Farm
100%
(94)
Seaton, England · 7 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Nearly wild camping in Devonshire wildflower meadows
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Snelling Farm Campsite
8. Snelling Farm Campsite
99%
(140)
Wareham, England · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
An amazingly green, natural feel and care-free atmosphere near the Dorset coast
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Charisworth Farm
9. Charisworth Farm
98%
(100)
Blandford, England · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A spacious campsite in a traditional parkland setting, with campfires allowed and farm animals to meet
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Bredy Farm
10. Bredy Farm
87%
(65)
Bridport, England · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm with a party vibe at weekends
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Spring Hill Wild Camping
11. Spring Hill Wild Camping
96%
(92)
Andover, England · 15 units
Spring Hill Wild Camping is a camping site set in the beautiful Hampshire village of St Mary Bourne. Within easy walking distance of the two local pubs, the well stocked village shop and a pick-your-own fruit farm with cafe and play areas.
The campsite aims to be a low impact, environmentally friendly site, providing only the basic necessities for camping; well maintained toilets and clean water.
If you are looking for hot showers and a pool, this is not the campsite for you. If you are looking for beautiful views, countryside walks and open fires Spring Hill Wild Camping is the campsite for you.
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Stowford Manor Farm Campsite
12. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite
88%
(44)
Trowbridge, England · 51 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a family run farm situated in the beautiful Frome valley. The farm has a range of interests from the traditional Jersey milking cows to a community of workshops used by local craftsmen. The cafe serves cream teas from Easter to the end of September and pizzas are sold in evenings during the summer months.
Ours is a small family run camp site with the River Frome on one side, next to the medieval buildings of Stowford Farm. The river is suitable for fishing, boating, swimming and paddling. Historic Bradford-on-Avon is only a 5 minute drive and the City of Bath 15 minutes. For those who enjoy more rural pleasures, 200 metres from the campsite Farleigh Hungerford boasts the only river swimming club in the country, and you can become an instant member for a very small fee.
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Forest Edge Camping & Glamping
13. Forest Edge Camping & Glamping
100%
(25)
Sidbury, England · 18 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A welcoming and wild-ish camping and glamping site on the edge of a forest in East Devon
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Stockbridge View Campsite
14. Stockbridge View Campsite
94%
(101)
Stockbridge, England · 62 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A simple campsite in the Test Valley, just a 15-minute walk from Stockbridge
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Cider Farm Orchard Campsite
15. Cider Farm Orchard Campsite
98%
(121)
Waytown, England · 14 units
Adult-only camping amid the apple blossom of an award-winning cider orchard
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Camping in Nature at Vallis Veg
16. Camping in Nature at Vallis Veg
99%
(148)
Frome, England · 14 units
Back-to-basics, natural camping with campfires encouraged and easy walks to the local attractions in Frome
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Peaceful Blackbury Campsite
17. Peaceful Blackbury Campsite
82%
(11)
England · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Blackbury campsite at Lovehayne Farm is a back to basics family friendly campsite that opens for the school summer holidays with a playground!
We’re uniquely located opposite Wiscombe Park race course and walking distance to both Blackbury Camp and Blackbury Honey Farm.
Just a short drive or hike away are the beautiful jurassic coastal villages of Beer and Branscombe and the towns of Seaton, Sidmouth and Honiton.
Slightly further a field is the city of Exeter, the award winning beaches of Exmouth and the beautiful town of Lyme Regis.
The area is bustling with attractions for children and adults.
Come stay with us and start your summer adventures!
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Muddycreek Farm (New Forest)
18. Muddycreek Farm (New Forest)
95%
(151)
Milford On Sea, England · 40 units
A 28 day August pop-up, offering traditional Hampshire camping on a New Forest Pony farm
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Hardyes Countryside Camping
19. Hardyes Countryside Camping
98%
(45)
Weymouth, England · 35 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.
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Lepe Beach Campsite
20. Lepe Beach Campsite
89%
(149)
New Forest, England · 20 units
Traditional tent camping with views of the Solent and Isle of Wight. Oh and did we mention it's only 150 yards from the beach!?
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jules
1 day ago
6 m campervan
Lovely site. Booked the sauna and used the hot tub on the pitch. Friendly communication. Amazing showers. Well recommended!
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Tom
1 week ago
Tent
With kids
Will be back regularly we suspect. Loved the space, ethos and cider! Thanks for a great stay.
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Clare
1 week ago
Tent
With kids
Excellent host, idyllic setting, delicious cider, hot showers. What more could you want from a camping holiday.
Julian goes out of his way to make you feel welcome and comfortable at his beautiful farm.
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Phil
1 week ago
Tent
With kids
Absolutely fabulous quiet campsite , with wonderful views of meadows full of wild flowers. The kids loved it and where able to explore the various paths
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Ellie
1 week ago
Tent
Beautiful site right on the river. Well spaced pitches and a wonderfully hot shower! Left to do as you please, clean facilities and easy to access. We had a fantastic time kayaking down the river and appreciated the toiletries available in the bathrooms. Would 100% stay again and very sad to have left!
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Alicia
2 weeks ago
Tent
A lovely site with cosy amenities. Perfect for paddle boarding and hiking. A great safe feeling for first time campers no matter the weather.
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John
2 weeks ago
Tent
Just an all round nice campsite nice and quiet lovey views would definitely recommend
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charlie
3 weeks ago
Tent
Great campsite, chilled out owner, good people, toilets don't smell like most do. Will be booking again soon 🙂
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Ellen
May 2026
Tent
With kids
Beautiful scenic campsite, very peaceful. Note that some areas aren't suitable for children to roam because of wildflower planting, but plenty to do using designated paths.
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Thomas
May 2026
Tent
Great spot - quiet, secluded and felt like we had our own slice of the countryside for the weekend. Julian was a friendly host and we really appreciated hearing the story of the farm. Also highly rate the local produce including great steaks and some local cider. We would come back and recommend to others!
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Anthony
May 2026
5 m rooftop tent
Had a lovely stay over may bank holiday. A warm welcome from the owners and staff, nice areas to pitch right next to the river. We also enjoyed cream teas in the garden and bought the bbq pack and breakfast pack which were delicious. Lovely ducks and chicken and a lovely walk along the river. Nice cider too . Clean and tidy toilets and shower blocks with plenty of hot water. Overall a lovely place to visit and will definitely book again soon.
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moira
May 2026
4 m campervan
With pets
A lovely peaceful unspoiled field adjacent to miles of beautiful heathland- no light pollution so starry skies, the rustle of wind in the trees is tranquil and calming- a friendly and accommodating host, Richard is very welcoming- I loved my 3 night stay there
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Sam
April 2026
Tent
With pets
Just what you need flat field to pitch
Clean showers with plenty of room to change in aswell lovely food truck in morning sausage roll was delicious you can tell the really food.
Charlotte and family very friendly and helpful and to top it off short walk the sea for amazing views walks and sunrise and sunsets
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Leo
April 2026
5 m car
With pets
Spacious and beautiful campsite and the owners were helpful, friendly and all round lovely.
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Jess
April 2026
4 m campervan
Lovely campsite, pitches flat with great views and easy access to coastal walks. Pub 10 min walk away! Brill little shop on site .
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Luke
April 2026
Tent
Nice and clean site with good access to nearby walks, enjoyed my stay, thanks
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Luke
April 2026
Tent
With kids
Very much enjoyed our stay. Clean basic facilities. Friendly and Helpful Warden. Small Park to keep the kids entertained. It was everything we wanted, thanks for having us!
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Craig
April 2026
Tent
With kids
Easy check in and check out, friendly owners. Produce and cider available to buy. Great location with close proximity to Bath (c25mins drive), Bruton, Frome and Trowbridge all nearby. Good shower and toilet facilities. Level pitches. Nice to have the river nearby.
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Sian
April 2026
5 m campervan
With pets
This is a brilliant spot. Really beautiful views, quiet and super clean. Good facilities and friendly host. Our schnauzers loved it too. Will be back!
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Jens
April 2026
6 m Class A
We stayed in our motorhome on hard standing pitch, no electric hook up.
David’s site is full of really nice people, and there’s a very relaxed atmosphere.
Facilities are good, great walk down to the village and a massive open sky to watch the stars at night. It does come with being next to a road and there’s a clay pigeon shooting field next door, but it didn’t interfere with us having a great time.
See moreWareham Forest camping guide
Notable campgrounds
- Best for a 5-star camping experience: Wareham Forest Tourist Park has grass pitching for tents and powered hard-standing sites for caravans and motorhomes. There’s also a heated swimming pool and children’s playground on-site and a country pub within walking distance.
- Best for caravans and motorhomes: Birchwood Touring Park has a choice of grass, hard-standing, and gravel pitches, all with direct access to the forest trails. Electric hook-ups and TV aerials are available too.
- Best for peace and quiet: Wooders Campsite has spacious grass pitches, bell tents for hire, and fire-pits, set on a rural working farm.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Holiday parks and caravan sites can book up quickly, especially in July and August, and during school holidays. Book at least three months in advance if you plan to visit at this time.
- You will need to pay a deposit to secure your campsite reservation; some sites ask for the full payment prior to arrival.
- Be sure to check seasonal opening and closing dates, which vary by campsite. Some campsites open from Easter through October, while others stay open year-round.
When to go
Summer is peak season in Wareham Forest, and parking can fill up quickly—make an early start to snag a spot. Outdoor activities are possible year-round, but the woodlands are particularly photogenic in the autumn months, with their ever-changing canopy of fall foliage. Wildlife watching is often most rewarding in the early morning and early evening.
Know before you go
- Wareham Forest is located in central Dorset, about a 20-minute drive west of Poole. Trains run from Poole to Wareham (a 10-minute journey), from where it’s a half-mile walk to the forest.
- There is free parking at Sika Trail, Woolsbarrow, Stroud Bridge, and Sugar Hill, all with direct access to Wareham Forest.
- Many trails at Wareham Forest are accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.
