The Red Lion
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- Family-friendly campsite adjoining a Winfrith Newburgh pub in Dorset
- A 10-minute drive to the Jurassic Coast, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door
- Showers and loos on site; delicious food and drink in The Red Lion pub
Site type
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20
6
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
5 
Non-electric hardstanding motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20
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Corner non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
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Non-electric grass pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 10m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
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Electric grass pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £36
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Electric gravel and sand touring pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel and sand
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £36
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Reviews
83% would recommend this site to a friend
82% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers spacious, level pitches and is praised for its friendly, helpful staff and excellent pub food. Its location is ideal for exploring local attractions like Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. While generally clean and well-maintained, some guests noted the toilet and shower facilities could benefit from an update, with occasional issues regarding water pressure and availability. Road noise was mentioned by some, particularly for pitches closer to the main road.
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Last updated 04/08/2026
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Electric gravel and sand touring pitch
Liked Easy access, neat to the things we wanted to do and see.
Nice pub food and beer
Disliked Facilities quite bad, low standard.
Pitches near parking very loud, as folks sitting in their car listening to loud music half the night, road traffic very loud, swaped pitches for the second night.
Waste depot is a huge mess
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Staff were friendly and helpful. Facilities…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Staff were friendly and helpful. Facilities were good and having the pub right there for food and drinks was very convenient. Was easy to find and just a short drive away from the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time and trouble to leave a review. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us and we look forward to welcoming you again at some point in the future.
Friendly staff, nice big space for…
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Anonymous Corner non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Friendly staff, nice big space for tent and car to park next to it.
Disliked Busy road next to the camping field, only bathroom/shower needs updating/fixing
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Location Pub being so close The open…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Location
Pub being so close
The open space in the middle
Friendly staff
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The location was great, very close…
Anonymous Non-electric grass pitch
Liked The location was great, very close to durdle door etc.
Easy check in and affordable price
Disliked A few issues only one washing up sink, limited toilets and showers for the amount of campers. Food In the pub for breakfast took over an hour to come with a relatively quiet pub. The coffee that came had clumpy milk that looked gone off, and the drinks took 30 minutes to come. The young lad who worked at the bar was lovely very helpful and apologetic.
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I liked having the pub on…
Electric grass pitch
Liked I liked having the pub on site the food was amazing and the camp site was friendly
The location was excellent for visiting the beaches durdle door and Lulworth cove and camp bestival
Disliked You can hear the road noise however not a deal breaker
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Would stay again.
Electric grass pitch
Liked The perfect option for our stay, to the nearby areas we planned. Great size, didnt feel like you were on top of each other. Staff were friendly.
Disliked Bathroom blocks basic, 1x shower not working which created a back log of people waiting. Needs some TLC. Pitch was quite stoney struggled in certain areas especially as it was so dry already.
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Great little cosy campsite with the convenience of a pub
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Small friendly site right next to the Red Lion pub which served excellent breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Showers were nice and hot and cleaned daily. The site is convenient for walking, cycling or driving to explore Dorset, only a short distance to Lulworth and Durdle Door, and Bovington Tank Museum. We took a lovely stroll via the next door cricket pitch through the beautiful village of Winfrith and up over the ridge to 5 Marys view point to see the spectacular rolling Dorset countryside. We also visited Moreton Ford and the resting place of TE Lawrence of Arabia.
Disliked The site is next to a main road however this was not a problem for me. The site is set back enough that the road noise was not overwhelming and the traffic quietened after 8pm each evening. We were in a tent and I do wear ear plugs so it was no problem, and if you were in a caravan or camper van it'd be no problem either.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time and trouble to leave a review; some very nice photographs. We are delighted you enjoyed the pub. The pub is an old coaching inn and as you highlight this makes it ideal to explore the local area but does mean that it is adjacent to the local roads. Ideal for that quick getaway to the favourite visitor spots before the roads become too busy. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Loved how the staff made us…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Loved how the staff made us feel so welcome. The site had all the facilities we needed. Great spot for exploring Dorset and we look forward to returning.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time and trouble to leave feedback - and such a nice photograph. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Ok for a one night stop off.
Anonymous Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Great location for Durdledoor and Lulworth. Nice pub with good food. Good sized pitch.
Disliked Small, dark and dirty shower rooms. No mirrors. Bins were overflowing onto the floor and very smelly.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time and trouble to leave a review. There are 4 showers available on a 24-hour basis in two separate blocks (as indicated on the Campsite Arrival Pack) and they are cleaned and reviewed on a regular basis. They are lit by a combination of electric and solar lighting with 'day time sensors'. Unfortunately during the peak hours the showers can become busy and we do ask that campers let us know of any issues so that we can address them in a timely manner. I have passed onto the relevant team member your observation regarding mirrors (I assume in the showers). I am not sure why on the occasion that you used the shower blocks they were 'smelly' and I asked the staff to look into this, but nothing outwardly untoward could be found. I do hope this provides some clarity to your feedback.
Features
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches) Pub campsiteNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Red Lion
Winfrith Newburgh
Dorset
England
DT2 8LE
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.66708°N
2.2767°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durdle Door East | 3.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | N/A | Excellent |
| Durdle Door West | 3.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lulworth Cove | 3.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Ringstead Bay | 4.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bowleaze Cove | 6.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
The Tank Museum 2.4 mi
Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 3.3 mi
Lulworth Heritage Centre 3.5 mi
Lulworth Castle & Park 3.5 mi
Hardy's Birthplace 6.6 mi
National Trust
Clouds Hill 3.6 mi
Hardy's Cottage 6.6 mi
Max Gate 7 mi
Corfe Castle 9.8 mi
White Mill 13.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
West Lulworth Circular 3 mi
Lulworth and White Nothe Coastal Tour 3.3 mi
South Down Car Park - White Horse Hill - Osmington - Osmington Mill - Ringstead - South Down CP 3.4 mi
LULWORTH CASTLE 3.4 mi
Clouds Hill - Moreton 3.4 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, 5 September 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026)
Dorchester, Dorset 7.6 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 The Red Lion have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Red Lion dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Red Lion? You won’t have to wander very far afield to sample the best of Dorset attractions; The Red Lion is only 10 minutes’ drive from Man O’War Beach on the Jurassic Coast, the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Red Lion?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion? From £20 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.