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General
- No-frills, rural camping field two miles from Wimborne Minster
- A 20-minute drive to Blandford Forum; 30 minutes to the coast
- Secluded pitches behind a traditional pub with thatched roof
Stay at The Barley Mow Inn’s secluded site, in the field behind the historic pub, and you'll be following in famous footsteps: this is where Oliver Cromwell once stopped off on his way to battle at Corfe Castle in the 17th century. If you’re after rural peace and simplicity, this is a super spot with just a few frills thrown in: there’s plenty of parking on site, wifi is available, and there are toilets in the car park so you'll not be caught short when the pub is closed.
Surrounded by gorgeous Dorset countryside, the Barley Mow is a cosy, old-fashioned pub with a thatched roof, exposed beams and blazing log fires. It’s open for lunch and dinner – all day at the weekend – so you can pop in for a locally brewed beer or book in for supper and stay on to socialise with the locals. And in summer, there’s always something happening there, so watch out for live music, hog roasts or occasional steam-engine rallies.
The lovely old town of Wimborne Minster is two miles away along quiet country lanes, so it’s handy for picking up supplies – and there’s a flea market every Saturday where you can root out bargains. A host of outdoor activities are on hand, from long forest walks with the family dog to carp fishing and playing golf. If you’re out and about exploring by car, there are animal sanctuaries, museums and ruined castles all within an hour’s drive.
Open from 12/04/2021 to 31/10/2021
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
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Max. persons: 6 x
Pitch size : Min 7.0m width x 7.0m depth (23.0ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 49.0m² (527.4ft²)
Ground type: Grass
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The food in the pub was very good
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All totally adequate
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Pub next door
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Was not really a site, just an overgrown, uneven field
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Great place for our first night away. Loved it!
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Weather amazing quite field no hassle
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Features
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
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
Peaceful
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Communal fridge
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
No drinkable water point
No hot water
No running water
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Shop nearby
Type
Pub campsite
Small (11-25 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Cycling nearby
Horse riding nearby
Restaurant nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Bournemouth Uni.: Talbot Campus Coach Stop
— 5.9 miles
Parkstone: Ashley Road Coach Stop — 6.4 miles
Branksome: Poole Rd Coach Stop — 6.6 miles
- Train stations
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Branksome Rail Station
— 6.6 miles
Parkstone (Dorset) Rail Station — 6.7 miles
Poole Rail Station — 7.1 miles
- Ferry ports
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Poole Quay Ferry Landing
— 7.6 miles
Poole Ferry Terminal — 7.9 miles
Brownsea Island Ferry Landing — 9.1 miles
- Airports
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Bournemouth International Airport
— 6.2 miles
Southampton Airport — 27.6 miles
Local attractions
As well as being close to walks in Moors Valley Country Park & Forest (20 minutes by car), the Barley Mow Inn is half an hour’s drive from Bournemouth, so on sunny days you can pack the bucket and spade and head to the beach with the kids. They’ll probably love you forever if you also take them to meet the chimps at Monkey World – Ape Rescue Centre, or to scramble over army vehicles at the Tank Museum, both under 45 minutes’ drive.
Around the same distance and adding a cultural mix into your trip, you might relive a Civil War battle at hilltop Corfe Castle or see how the 19th-century aristocracy lived at Neo-Gothic Highcliffe Castle. There's stately home elegance to be seen at Kingston Lacy (10 minutes' drive), or you can pretend to be giants at Wimborne's Model Town & Gardens (five minutes).
Salisbury (40 minutes drive) also makes a fantastic family day out, with its mighty cathedral, tours of grand Wilton House and riverside restaurants. Closer to home is Blandford Forum (20 minutes), home to a fashion museum and tours of the Hall and Woodhouse Brewery.
Must see
- Kingston Lacy House and Gardens (3.5 miles)
- Adventure Wonderland (5.8 miles)
- The Bournemouth Balloon (7.8 miles)
National Trust
- Kingston Lacy (3.4 miles)
- White Mill (4.7 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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arrive: | 12 p.m. – | 7 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 11 a.m. | |
The Barley Mow Inn cancellation policy
Balance refunds: no penalties
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
Deposit transferable during COVID-19.
The remainder is payable on arrival.
Payment methods accepted on the park
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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 The Barley Mow Inn have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Barley Mow Inn dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Barley Mow Inn? As well as being close to walks in Moors Valley Country Park & Forest (20 minutes by car), the Barley Mow Inn is half an hour’s drive from Bournemouth, so on sunny … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Barley Mow Inn?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Barley Mow Inn? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
