Moonacre Campsite

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Main camping field, we allow wild camping so you can pitch wherever you like (added by manager 08 Jun 2023)

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Main camping field, we allow wild camping so you can pitch wherever you like (added by manager 08 jun 2023)
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  • Peaceful camping on an east Dorset farm 15 minutes' drive from Poole
  • Just off the A31 and A350; South West Coast Path half an hour's drive
  • Woodland walks direct from the pitches, and wildlife around the site
Fancy some peace and quiet in east Dorset? Then make for Moonacre Campsite, a laidback holiday spot just off the A31 and A350. This scenic site is in a secluded valley location between the towns of Poole and Blandford Forum (both 15 minutes' drive). The folk that run this show are particularly practically minded, having set up essential facilities like toilets, showers and a water point for guests. There's also plenty of outdoor furniture for general lazing around, and open-air games to help the kids wear off an excess energy. Moonacre Campsite is especially well-suited to nature fans: the woodlands that fringe the site regularly rustle with the sound of deer, rabbits and pheasants (other critters like rare red squirrels and wading birds can be spotted on nearby Brownsea Island). The whole place is fenced for extra security and peace of mind. Sturminster Marshall (five minutes' drive) is the nearest place for pitstops at the supermarket or pharmacy; the village also has a golf course that welcomes players of all ages if you fancy a spot of putting.

Site type

Tent pitches 8
Open all year

Languages spoken

English

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Features

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

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

Portable toilet

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

Budget/backpacker

Forest

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal fridge

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby

Location

Moonacre Campsite

New Barn and Partyfield

Dorchester Road

Sturminster Marshall

Dorset

England

BH21 4AA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.78209°N
-2.0769°W

Route directions

The site is on Roundhouse Roundabout. Look out for two large white flags displaying Moonacre Weddings. The gate is electric and will require you to input a code provided after your booking is placed.

Nearest transport

Coach
6.3 mi Seldown Coach Station
6.8 mi Post Office
6.8 mi Red Lion
Rail
4.7 mi Hamworthy Rail Station
4.9 mi Holton Heath Rail Station
6 mi Poole Rail Station
Ferry
6.3 mi Poole Ferry Terminal
6.3 mi Poole Quay Ferry Landing
8.3 mi Brownsea Island Ferry Landing
Airport
10.7 mi Bournemouth International 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

Poole (15 minutes' drive) is the nearest sizeable spot, and oh what a town it is – with golden sands, bike hire and ferries over to Brownsea Island, there's much to be said for just turning up and seeing what takes your fancy. Those who like things a bit more organised can instead book a boat trip out to Old Harry Rocks, set off on the self-guided Cockle Trail around town or embark on an epic journey along the South West Coast Path from Studland (35 minutes). Also of interest is Blandford Forum (15 minutes), home to the Blandford Museum, the hopsy Hall and Woodhouse Brewery and the sweet-smelling Keyneston Mill, a 50-acre botanic garden dedicated entirely to aromatic plants. After a good whiff of the herbs and a full-bodied ale or two, take the kids for a spot of aquatic adventure at Splashdown waterpark (15 minutes), investigate the high ropes course and miniature railway at Moors Valley Country Park (25 minutes) or stick close to the site and explore Kingston Lacy (five minutes), an aristocratic house with landscaped grounds run by the National Trust.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Poole Harbour Rockley Sands 4.6 mi Estuary N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Poole Harbour Lake 5.2 mi Estuary N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Poole Shore Road Beach 8.8 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Poole Canford Cliffs Chine 8.9 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Poole Sandbanks Peninsular 8.9 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 2.8 mi

Brownsea Island 8.3 mi

Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 8.5 mi

The Tank Museum 9.4 mi

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 9.7 mi

National Trust

White Mill 1.7 mi

Kingston Lacy 2.7 mi

Brownsea Island 8.3 mi

Clouds Hill 8.9 mi

Corfe Castle 10 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

CHARBOROUGH PARK 1.3 mi

KINGSTON LACY 2.8 mi

Pamphill - Eye Bridge - Lambs Green - Wimborne 3.2 mi

Spetisbury - Tarrant Crawford - Spetisbury Rings 3.9 mi

ANDERSON MANOR 4 mi

Local events

  • Tankfest (Friday 28 June 2024 – Friday 28 June 2024)

    Wareham, Dorset 9.5 mi

  • Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday 19 July 2024 – Friday 19 July 2024)

    Dorchester, Dorset 9.8 mi

  • Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday 25 July 2024 – Thursday 25 July 2024)

    Wareham, Dorset 11.5 mi

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday 7 September 2024 – Saturday 7 September 2024)

    Dorchester, Dorset 15.8 mi

  • New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday 30 July 2024 – Tuesday 30 July 2024)

    Brockenhurst, Hampshire 22 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.

Reviews

10

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Very beautiful, calm place!!!…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Vladimirs B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (secluded)

Liked: Very beautiful, calm place!!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Superb loved the campsite and the peace and quiet

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Alex B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (secluded)

Liked: Set up and friendliness of the staff

Disliked: None

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  • Does Moonacre Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Moonacre Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Moonacre Campsite? Poole (15 minutes' drive) is the nearest sizeable spot, and oh what a town it is – with golden sands, bike hire and ferries over to Brownsea Island, there's much to be … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Moonacre Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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