Top Field












- Quiet site with views over the Dorset countryside
- Within half an hour’s drive of the Jurassic Coast and New Forest
- Outdoor kitchen on site and a river nearby for wild swimming
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Bookings must not be for more than 31 consecutive nights.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- The access track to the site is not suitable for low-chassis vehicles.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
French
German
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass and earth touring pitch
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Ground type: Grass and earth
Pitch size: Max 7m width × 7m depth
Calculated area: 49m²
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
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4 people maximum
No dogs allowed
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Reviews
97% would recommend this site to a friend
97% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a peaceful, spacious campsite with beautiful countryside views. Reviewers praise the friendly and accommodating hosts, the useful covered kitchen area with a fridge and stove, and the availability of fire pits. Facilities are generally described as basic but clean, including a warm shower and a composting toilet. Some guests highlight the site's suitability for children with space for activities. However, a few mention a rough access track and the need for improvements to the shower and toilet cleanliness.
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Nice, basic site in quiet location but beware of practicalities.
Non-electric grass and earth touring pitch
Liked Plenty of space. Nice quiet and pleasant site. Facilities are basic but adequate.
Disliked Had great difficulty contacting the owner on both telephone numbers (more than 10 attempts) and had to do our own detective work to figure out where the site actually was (Sat Nav only brings you so far). The actual location is not entirely obvious; up a steep, very uneven and unpaved track with no signage (do not try this in an average camper/motorhome with low-slung gas/water tanks - luckily we had a vehicle that didn't have this problem).
Kitchen facilities although we didn't need to use them, need proper clean.
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From the manager: Thank you for sharing your feedback and for highlighting your experience with contacting us.
We understand how frustrating it can be when you’re unable to reach someone, especially when trying to find your way. We did check our call logs and found two missed calls from your number, and my partner did not receive any calls. We’re sorry we missed your attempts—on that day, we were at a family celebration in an area with poor signal, which may have contributed to the difficulty. We always strive to be as responsive as possible and will continue to improve our availability for guests.
To help future visitors, we will now send a text with precise Google coordinates and contact details before arrival, so you can reach us more easily if needed.
Regarding the track, we regularly welcome campervans and motorhomes, including our own 7.2m, 3.8-tonne camper, and have had several guests with similar vehicles navigate the track without issue. However, we understand everyone’s vehicle is different and will work to make our signage clearer so guests can make the best choice for their setup.
Thank you also for your comments about the kitchen. While it hadn’t been used prior to your arrival, we agree that it can get dusty quickly in the countryside and will keep an extra eye on it. Our caretaker checked the site that evening, and the WC and shower were cleaned that day, but we’ll continue to ensure all facilities are up to standard.
We really value your input and hope you’ll consider visiting us again.
Warm regards,
Philipp - Top Field
Lovely peaceful site, plenty of space.
Non-electric grass and earth touring pitch
Liked It was a very peaceful site, only us there to start with. Loads of space, one composting toilet and a shower.
Disliked The entry road was a bit rough. We managed it but others may have difficulty.
Could do with a new shower, I struggled to regulate the temperature and needs new shower head.
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Lovely chilled site
Non-electric grass and earth touring pitch
Liked Wonderful spot. Compost toilet but very clean
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Very friendly. Great view. Peaceful. Well kept, mown grass, flat pitches. Excellent…
Non-electric grass and earth touring pitch
Liked Very friendly. Great view. Peaceful. Well kept, mown grass, flat pitches. Excellent shower, although shower head needs descaling! Compost loo clean and love the 'wee bale'. Kitchen area under cover and well stocked. Firepits available to use. Short flat cycle along old railway line into Blandford Forum, and plenty of other bridleways and footpaths in the area. We would definitely stay again! Note there is no chemical toilet waste disposal.
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Would return
Non-electric grass and earth touring pitch
Liked Fabulous views, flat field, flexible check-in/out and friendly owners.
Disliked Lacking motorhome chemical waste disposal point. (Not a big problem for a ahort stay)
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Plenty of space, lovely views and friendly accommodating hosts who own the…
Non-electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Plenty of space, lovely views and friendly accommodating hosts who own the Top Field. Will definitely be returning with my children.
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A calm, quiet shared space, not crowded. Our secret haven.
Non-electric grass and earth touring pitch
Liked Perfect, basic facilities. We'd been to Studland and the usual campervan campsites were busy, packed tight. We were delighted that this forced us to look a few more miles further afield to "Top Field" a little haven for a park up. Not allowed to get crowded by the owners. My partner and I are very grateful to find this place in a nice corner of the UK. Will be back. Hope to try wild swimming there next. Thank you so much for making this field available.
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The facilities were clean and easily accessible with a very good, warm…
Non-electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked The facilities were clean and easily accessible with a very good, warm shower and lots of walks in the area. 30-40 minute drive to the main attractions such as durdle door.
Disliked As many others have commented the road to the campsite was very stoney and uneven. Arriving at night we were instructed on the website to call on arrival however received no answer, luckily the campsite was quiet allowing us to enter ourselves and quickly pitch up our tent.
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If you are after a beautiful basic site then book!
Non-electric grass and earth touring pitch
Liked We absolutely love sites like this....basic but with a loo and sink for washing up. The view was beautiful from both directions which is always a bonus
The kids all loved the outdoor shower and said it was very warm.
There was a gymnastic type mat and a goal and the kids were in absolute heaven. We used the fire pit and just sat and talked with the kids until half midnight...our kind of therapy ❤️
We will definitely be back.
Disliked The track up to the site makes you feel you might have taken the wrong route...trust the process! We have a Crafter and was fine going up and down it.
As there is one loo it could be tricky if it got busy, but there was only 4 other groups there so there was no issue for us.
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Fantastic
Non-electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked The people there were so friendly and helpful. We didn’t use the stove but having it there and available was great.
Fire pit was also very good and perfectly set up for us to have a small camp fire with the children.
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Features
No 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 Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitchNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Top Field
Church Lane
Charlton Marshall
Dorset
England
DT11 9NX
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.83172°N
2.15°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Poole Harbour Rockley Sands | 9.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Poole Harbour Lake | 9.8 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Poole Shore Road Beach | 13.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Poole Canford Cliffs Chine | 13.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Poole Sandbanks Peninsular | 13.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 5.2 mi
Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 9.7 mi
The Tank Museum 10.3 mi
Hardy's Birthplace 12.6 mi
Brownsea Island 13 mi
National Trust
White Mill 4.3 mi
Kingston Lacy 5.3 mi
Clouds Hill 9.1 mi
Hardy's Cottage 12.7 mi
Brownsea Island 13 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Spetisbury - Tarrant Crawford - Spetisbury Rings 0.9 mi
CHARBOROUGH PARK 3.8 mi
ANDERSON MANOR 4 mi
STEPLETON HOUSE 5.1 mi
KINGSTON LACY 5.3 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, Dorset 14.2 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Top Field have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Top Field dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Top Field? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Kingston Lacy (country house and estate owned by the National Trust): 20 minutes’ drive - Corfe Castle (National Trust site): half an hour - South West … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Top Field?
Camping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.