Parley Court Camping

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First of the season
First of the season
Bell tents
Meadows in the sun
Spacious grounds
Riverside site
Stour footpath
The glade
Glade and golf beyond
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Bell tents
Meadows in the sun
Spacious grounds

  • Family-owned site in Parley Green, close to Bournemouth Airport
  • A 15-minute drive from Christchurch and Bournemouth town centres
  • Riverside location by the Stour; fishing available with a licence
Plane spotting from your pitch? Parley Court Camping is in Parley Green, just to the south of Bournemouth Airport, putting it in a fabulous location for those who love the thrill of being close to planes flying overhead from time to time. (Concerned about what that means for sleeping? Don’t worry – Bournemouth is certainly not one of the world’s busiest airports.) Can’t get enough of those engines? Take a trip to the nearby Bournemouth Aviation Museum, which is about 15 minutes’ walk from the site and offers the chance to sit in the cockpit of vintage planes. And that’s not the only attraction within walking distance – it’s a similar length of stroll to a go-kart track and a kids’ theme park. Even closer to home, you may like to spend some time fishing in the Stour river from the site’s own riverbank (contact Ringwood & District Anglers Association in advance for a licence). Look a little further afield and you’ll have heaps of excellent days out to choose from – it’s about a 15-minute drive from here to the New Forest National Park, Bournemouth beach and the historic harbour town of Christchurch, for starters. This relaxed site is small in scale and has a fairly back-to-basics approach to camping, but toilet and shower facilities are available, along with a chemical disposal point and washing-up area. You’ll also be able to buy essentials at the on-site shop or head next door to the golf club for meals and drinks at the licensed café-bar (or a round of golf, of course…).

Site type

Tent pitches 35
Rent a tent 10
Open now
Opens 1 July
Please note

Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Dogs

  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Occupancy

  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Safety

  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Vehicles

  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed 1 Jul to

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Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.1

Overall rating from 45 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

93% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite offers a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere with friendly staff. Guests praise the clean toilet and shower facilities, and the convenience of the on-site golf club cafe. Bell tents are a popular choice, often coming pre-setup with bedding. Proximity to the airport is noted, with planes providing entertainment for some, though others found the noise disruptive. The car-free policy and limited trolleys for luggage transport are a recurring point, with some suggesting more trolleys. Occasional issues with hot water in the washing-up area and mattresses in bell tents have been mentioned.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Turned out to be amazing for children's first time camping

Overall

10 out of 10
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Jayesh P. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked I took my two little girls on camping for first time in their live and was very apprehensive initially. I only booked two nights initially thinking if things don't work out we will leave soon, but we all loved it so much that we ended up staying a third night in our tent. The place is next to a golf club and an airport. Kids enjoyed seeing airplanes everyday. Site has drinking water taps in open field, utensils cleaning area, toilets and showers. All fine for the stay. The host, Kira is absolutely amazing and very helpful. She was there every now and then helping and talking to people. The site has enough trolleys which really helped to carry stuff from the car park to the pitch. Car park is only a minute walk from the camping area and you can even see your car. We really loved the firepit we got and kids enjoyed toasted marshmellows every night. Also there are good sandy beaches near by, one is the Sobo Beach and the other we went to was the Boscombe Beach. Both amazing around 15-20mins from the campsite. It is worth bringing duvets and warm clothes as it does get really cold night time, even if the day temperatures are around 25 degrees. All in all we loved it and we will be back some time in the near future.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Wonderful site in great location

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Jennifer N. 1 review

Bell tent (basic)

Liked Cant fault the site in any way.
Lovely bell tent. Clean toilets with always plenty of toilet roll, nice showers.
Relaxing having a firepit in the evening
Friendly and helpful staff.
Perfect location
Lovely family atmosphere and great watching and hearing the aeroplanes
Have stayed several times now and sure we will be back next year

Disliked Nothing at all

Recommend to friends Visit again

Location worked for me, Golf club…

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9 out of 10
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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Location worked for me, Golf club facilities good for breakfast

Disliked nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location, I explored so much…

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10 out of 10
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Wifi
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 Sharon H. 11 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great location, I explored so much without having to drive too far. The site is well spaced out. There were enough toilets and showers and they were clean. Having the bar and cafe at the golf club is a great bonus. Adrian was friendly and responded quickly. I really liked it at Parley

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly introduction. Location.…

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7 out of 10
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Value for money
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Adam R. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Friendly introduction. Location.

Disliked Not being able to park car by my tent. But not a major annoyance. _

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very nice campsite

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Emma H. 1 review

Bell tent (deluxe)

Liked The bell tent was great, clean and comfortable. Very helpful staff and clean facilties

Disliked The planes going over were quite frequent and noisy first thing in the morning

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely stay

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9 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Jaroslav Z. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Showers, toilets, access to drinking water and local shops
Nice place, tucked away from it all.
Will be coming back for sure.
The place is only about 12min drive from the Boscombe beach which we love

Disliked Perhaps the planes but one gets used to it

Recommend to friends Visit again

Basic campsite. Clean facilities. Helpful staff

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8 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Ellie G. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Able to choose own pitch, all areas fairly flat and plenty of options. Good location for access to beaches. Friendly staff and clean facilities. Planes as mentioned on their site not really an issue at all and Grandchildren loved seeing them go over.

Disliked I was aware of a 'humming' (?) perhaps generator that runs all night. My son (in his thirties) was not aware of it at all so likely most people would be fine with it. Not anything to do with the campsite itself so no blame whatsoever on them.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Will definitely stay here again. Best most relaxed campsite.

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8 out of 10
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 Stacy A. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great campsite, very helpful staff, central to most places just a small drive away very convenient.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good toilet and shower facilities Good location…

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7 out of 10
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Value for money
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Harriet H. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Good toilet and shower facilities
Good location for nearby towns etc

Disliked Airplanes- can’t be helped and we were aware of these before going from other reviews, however these were louder than expected (did get us up and ready for the day though 😂)

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campsite

Dogs 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Parley Court Camping

Hurn

Christchurch

Dorset

England

BH23 6BB

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.77413°N
1.85531°W

Nearest transport

Coach
2.9 mi Bournemouth University
3.3 mi Bournemouth Station
4.1 mi County Gates
Rail
3.3 mi Pokesdown Rail Station
3.3 mi Bournemouth Rail Station
4 mi Christchurch Rail Station
Ferry
4.2 mi Tuckton Tea Gardens Ferry Landing
4.5 mi Christchurch Quay Ferry Landing
4.5 mi Wick Christchurch Ferry Landing
Airport
1 mi Bournemouth International Airport
24.8 mi Southampton Airport

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.

Local attractions

Anyone who’s enjoyed catching sight of planes flying overhead will surely want to pay a visit to Bournemouth Aviation Museum (15 minutes’ walk) for a hands-on experience that might involve climbing into the cockpit of one of the planes on display. And that’s not the only attractions within walking distance – you can also get some speed up at South Coast Karting (15 minutes) or try out the kid-friendly rides at Adventure Wonderland (20 minutes). There’s plenty more activity within a short drive, too – perhaps the downhill challenges of Snowtrax Alpine Activity Centre (10 minutes' drive) or the numerous outdoor options at Moors Valley Country Park & Forest (15 minutes), including cycle trails, mini golf and a Go Ape adventure park. The New Forest National Park is also full of options, whether you fancy a quiet walk to spot the deer and ponies or prefer the idea of bouncing across the inflatables at New Forest Water Park (20 minutes). Elsewhere nearby, you could take a gentle stroll along the waterfront at Christchurch Harbour or hit the sandy beach in Bournemouth (both 15 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Bournemouth Boscombe Pier 3.8 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Bournemouth Manor Steps 3.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentN/A
Bournemouth Fisherman`S Walk 4.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bournemouth Pier 4.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Bournemouth Durley Chine 4.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Adventure Wonderland 0.4 mi

The Bournemouth Balloon 3.8 mi

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum 4 mi

Bournemouth Pier Beach 4.1 mi

Oceanarium, The Bournemouth Aquarium 4.1 mi

National Trust

Brownsea Island 7.4 mi

Kingston Lacy 8.1 mi

White Mill 9.2 mi

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 9.9 mi

Corfe Castle 12.9 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Throop Mill - Parley Green - Nature Reserve - Berry Hill 1.1 mi

WIMBORNE ROAD CEMETERY 2.9 mi

AVON HEATH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 19/05/1998) 3.7 mi

LOWER CENTRAL GARDENS, UPPER CENTRAL GARDENS AND COY POND GARDENS 3.8 mi

Holt Heath - Horton Tower - Holt Heath 5.3 mi

Local events

  • Southampton Boat Show (Friday, 18 September 2026 – Friday, 18 September 2026)

    Southampton, Hampshire 21.4 mi

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday, 5 September 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026)

    Dorchester, Dorset 25.2 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 Parley Court Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Parley Court Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Parley Court Camping? Anyone who’s enjoyed catching sight of planes flying overhead will surely want to pay a visit to Bournemouth Aviation Museum (15 minutes’ walk) for a hands-on experience that might involve climbing into … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Parley Court Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    Please report to the golf centre on arrival; reception is on the right-hand side.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Parley Court Camping? From £25 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.