Howard's Wood
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- Almost wild camping in a 25-acre woodland at Netherbury in Dorset
- Charmouth 25 minutes’ drive and Abbotsbury Swannery 35 minutes
- Dog-friendly pop-up site 15 minutes’ walk from the local pub
Site type
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Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri 17 Jul to
Pitch types & availability
3 
Non-electric forest floor campervan or trailer tent pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Forest floor
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 6m depth (30m²)
Arrival daysFrom £15
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Non-electric forest floor tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Forest floor
Pitch size: Max 5m width × 5m depth (25m²)
Arrival daysFrom £16
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Bell tent
6 people maximum Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £40
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Reviews
97% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
Howard's Wood offers a peaceful, 'wild' camping experience nestled in woodland. Guests appreciate the spacious, private pitches, the natural surroundings with wildlife sightings, and the blend of rustic charm with essential facilities like hot showers and toilets. The site is praised for its excellent communication from hosts, value for money, and proximity to local attractions. While some minor issues like occasional rough ground or the need to take rubbish home were noted, the overall sentiment is highly positive, with many visitors eager to return.
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Last updated 21/07/2026
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An absolutely amazing campsite in a…
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Liked An absolutely amazing campsite in a great location. Me and a friend were looking for somewhere wild to camp and found this campsite the owner steph could not have been nicer and more helpful during our stay. The location was great as it was far enough away from the town and beach to feel wild but close enough to go for the day. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a peaceful and wild campsite.
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We loved how off grid this…
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Liked We loved how off grid this experience was. It truly felt like we were wild camping. The pitches were a decent size and we were pleasantly surprised with the facilities. The shower was considerably hot and spacious. We visited with our 4 dogs, and the walks around the woods were gorgeous. During our stay, we also had a walk down to the village pub which did great food and cider.
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The local village and church. Bought…
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Liked The local village and church. Bought eggs and jam
Disliked The wood is the villagers dog walk. First evening a large brown dog tried to attack us,the owner could barely control it. It wrecked our little set up,tipped over our fire pit. I locked myself and small dog inside the van and left first thing in the morning. The relaxing time that I had hoped for was not possible. Lots of dog walkers with big dogs walking past during my short stay.
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Great place to reconnect with nature and family
Non-electric forest floor tent pitch
Liked The woodlands were incredible.
Peaceful and tranquil.
Compost toiletts a surprise to the kids who have never seen them.
Showers were fabulous nice and hot if required.
Owners were welcoming and helpful.
There is wife signal, but no electric points which was great to disconnect the kids from their phone.
The site is away from crows but closed enought to towns for shopping, walks or swimming. 45mins you are in East Devon. 1hr poole / Bournemouth. I am not a pro camper, this site is perfect for anyone who wants the camping experience. Can't wait to go back.
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Lovely peaceful site. Basic but clean…
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Liked Lovely peaceful site. Basic but clean toilets, showers and washing up station. Your own little bit of woodland to pitch in. Great correspondence with owners as well. Can’t wait to go back. I’m a lone traveller and felt totally safe.
Disliked Nothing!
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Liked the feeling of freedom. We…
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Anonymous Non-electric forest floor tent pitch
Liked Liked the feeling of freedom. We turned up, picked out pitch, surrounded by lovely woodland and set up. Enjoyed the quiet vibe of the woods.
Disliked Pub playing music until late.
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Great small woodland site, highly recommend!
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Liked Beautiful area of the country, great size, well spaced woodland pitches with parking available on or near pitch. Composting toilets and hot showers a definite bonus plus a washing up area makes it the perfect “nearly wild” site.
The owner Steph was lovely and really helpful with all my pre-booking questions. Good food at local pub (pre-booking required for evening meals) and a lovely view. Highly recommend!
Disliked Having to go home!
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Easy access, good size pitch, really…
Anonymous Non-electric forest floor tent pitch
Liked Easy access, good size pitch, really good facilities
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Communication from site. Really helpful information…
Anonymous Non-electric forest floor tent pitch
Liked Communication from site. Really helpful information and suggested driving routes.
Disliked Sheep in field were entertaining but did disturb sleep at night/early wakening. That said, not convinced site can help that.
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Loved it. Thank you…
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Liked Loved it. Thank you
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Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Peaceful Remote location Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Howard's Wood
Netherbury
Bridport
Dorset
England
DT6 5RT
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.78721°N
2.75317°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eypemouth | 5.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| West Bay (West) | 5.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seatown | 5.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Hive | 6.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Charmouth West | 7.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Mapperton House & Gardens 2.1 mi
Abbotsbury Swannery 11.1 mi
Montacute House 11.5 mi
Hardy's Birthplace 16.4 mi
Fleet Air Arm Museum 16.5 mi
National Trust
Montacute House 11.4 mi
Barrington Court 12.9 mi
Tintinhull Garden 13.1 mi
Loughwood Meeting House 13.4 mi
Shute Barton 13.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
PARNHAM 1 mi
BEAMINSTER MANOR 2 mi
MAPPERTON HOUSE 2.1 mi
DOWNE HALL 3.5 mi
North Chideock - Symondsbury and More. 4.6 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, 5 September 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026)
Dorchester, Dorset 15 mi
- Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday, 31 July 2026 – Friday, 31 July 2026)
Sidmouth, Devon 22.4 mi
- Beautiful Days (Friday, 21 August 2026 – Friday, 21 August 2026)
Ottery St Mary, Devon 24.1 mi
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)
Wareham, Dorset 26 mi
- Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday, 23 June 2027 – Wednesday, 23 June 2027)
Glastonbury, Somerset 26.7 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Howard's Wood have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Howard's Wood dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Howard's Wood? Dorset packs a mighty historical punch, and there are several Iron Age sites to see locally. Hike up to the fort at Rawlsbury Camp (50 minutes) for spectacular views over Bulbarrow Hill … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Howard's Wood?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 11 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: 2 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 11 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: 2 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Howard's Wood? From £15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.