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General
- Wild camping site on an outdoor activity centre five miles from Poole
- A 10-minute drive from Poole and half an hour from the Jurassic Coast
- Activities on site including archery, mountain biking and axe throwing
From pottering about Poole and scoping out the Jurassic Coast to crossbow shooting, big tree climbing and mountain biking on site, you’ll want to get everyone on deck for a break at Adventure Pirate, five miles from Poole. This Dorset site has classic wild camping and you’ll really be able to muck in, as it’s attached to an activity centre that runs a bucketload of outdoor activities.
You’ll need to roll up with all your equipment here (tents or bivvies and nibbles and drinks included), as there are no facilities other than a couple of composting toilets, a drinking water tap, a washing-up station and some rubbish bins. Once you’ve left your car in the car park and hauled your kit to your chosen pitch in one of the site’s trolleys, you’ll be going fully wild, with ground fires permitted to keep you feeling toasty.
There are five acres of safe woodlands on site, so the kids are free to go off and build dens, get muddy or play games. On top of that, you may very well leave with a new skill under your belt, as the site runs activities including axe throwing, archery, crossbow or air rifle shooting, big tree climbing, survival, nerf battles and mountain biking (book ahead to avoid disappointment, as slots fill up fast).
For a drink to wash all those activities down or a meal to get your energy levels back on track, Lytchett Minster has a couple of pubs 15 minutes’ walk away or Poole’s got its own tasty dining scene, 10 minutes’ drive away.
Open from 31/03/2023 to 24/10/2023
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
Minimum spacing of 5 metres between pitches.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
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).
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
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Max. persons: 8 x
One Tent allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 7.0m width x 7.0m depth (23.0ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 49.0m² (527.4ft²)
Ground type: Forest floor

Reviews
Excellent site, peaceful and quiet, just what we needed
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Allowed ground fires, beautiful woodland surrounding pitches, undisturbed during entire …
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Will absolutely be back next Summer, fantastic all round.
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The site is very unique compare to the classic camp …
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A beautiful wild camping adventure.
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Loved!!!
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A great family site in the woods
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Excellent stay, great atmosphere.
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Will be coming again, thoroughly enjoyed our stay
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Had the best weekend here!!
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Features
Coronavirus
Activities/entertainment run in smaller groups
Capacity reduced to increase social distancing
Check-in: contactless (in person)
Hand sanitising stations
More frequent emptying of bins
Shared spaces: daily deep cleaning
We're Good To Go (VisitBritain accreditation)
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
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Forest
Wild camping
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Small (11-25 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Seldown Coach Station
— 4.0 miles
Post Office — 4.5 miles
Red Lion — 4.5 miles
- Train stations
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Hamworthy Rail Station
— 2.1 miles
Holton Heath Rail Station — 2.4 miles
Poole Rail Station — 3.7 miles
- Ferry ports
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Poole Ferry Terminal
— 3.8 miles
Poole Quay Ferry Landing — 3.9 miles
Brownsea Island Ferry Landing — 5.9 miles
- Airports
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Bournemouth International Airport
— 10.2 miles
Local attractions
Activities aren't limited to the site – and that’s for certain at Farmer Palmer's Farm Park (five minutes’ drive). As well as bringing together a farm fantasy with interactive animal activities, this site has indoor and outdoor play areas and woodland trails and a maze (perhaps one of the only places you’ll want to get lost on purpose).
Local beaches could certainly count as a playground of their own too, as beach sports and watersports are available for a chock-a-block day in Bournemouth (25 minutes), a nice contrast to the more austere Victorian parks and gardens, museums and galleries in the town. Then, of course, there’s Poole (10 minutes), with the riveting water rides at Splashdown and the harbour for windsurfing, kayaking and the works.
You’ll surely want to take a bite out of the Jurassic Coast too, given that it’s only half an hour’s drive away. Whether it’s a scramble over Dancing Ledge (half an hour), a climb to see Old Harry Rocks (half an hour) or a duck into the old quarry caves at Winspit Quarry (35 minutes), this scenic part of the coast is crammed with beauty spots.
Must see
- Kingston Lacy House and Gardens (4.9 miles)
- Brownsea Island (5.8 miles)
- Studland Beach and Nature Reserve (7.0 miles)
National Trust
- White Mill (4.2 miles)
- Kingston Lacy (4.8 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
Camping and touring | ||
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Arrive: | 1 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
Depart by: | 10 a.m. |
Adventure Pirate cancellation policy
Balance refunds: no penalties
Modifications are subject to a £10.00 fee.
Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now.
The remainder is payable direct to Adventure Pirate on arrival.
Payment methods accepted on the park
Bank transferCash
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- How much is payable upfront? A 15% transferable deposit is payable when you book, with the balance payable on arrival. Read more
- Does Adventure Pirate have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Adventure Pirate dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Adventure Pirate? Activities aren't limited to the site – and that’s for certain at Farmer Palmer's Farm Park (five minutes’ drive). As well as bringing together a farm fantasy with interactive animal activities, this … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Adventure Pirate?
Camping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Adventure Pirate? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability