Riverside Lakes
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- Attractive natural site on a family-run Dorset smallholding
- New Forest National Park 15 minutes' drive; Paultons Park half an hour
- Fishing lakes and animals to meet, plus craft activities for the kids
Campground type
Tourist board rating
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Facilities/activities including fishing are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Wed, 1 Apr to

Site types & availability
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1st Meadow unpowered grass site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom GBP 72 (GBP 72)
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2nd Meadow unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
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Centrepoint unpowered grass site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
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Chill Out unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
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Ridgeway unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
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Sunset unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
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Treeline unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
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Cloverleaf powered grass site
14 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom GBP 88 (GBP 88)
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Lake view powered grass site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom GBP 88 (GBP 88)
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Viewpoint powered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Site size: Unlimited
Arrival daysFrom GBP 88 (GBP 88)
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Birdie bell tent (five person)
5 people maximum
Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom GBP 240 (GBP 240)
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Lands End bell tent (five person)
5 people maximum
Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom GBP 240 (GBP 240)
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Hideaway bell tent (six person)
6 people maximum
Dimensions: 19.7ft width × 19.7ft length
Arrival daysFrom GBP 300 (GBP 300)
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Lakeside bell tent (six person)
6 people maximum
Dimensions: 19.7ft width × 19.7ft length
Arrival daysFrom GBP 300 (GBP 300)
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The Island bell tent (six person)
6 people maximum
Dimensions: 19.7ft width × 19.7ft length
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Reviews
97% would recommend this campground to a friend
97% would stay here again
What customers say
A well-kept, roomy, and friendly family campsite with great facilities. Guests loved the owners' warm welcome, the site's cleanliness, and extras like fire pits and communal fridges. While some had shower temp issues and car park proximity niggles, most raved about the place and want to come back. The animals and fishing are a hit too.
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Last updated 23/06/2026
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A great, friendly family running a beautiful site. We will be back
Chill Out unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked Everything
Disliked Nothing
Recommend to friends Visit again
Beautifully manicured pitches with loads of…
Chill Out unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked Beautifully manicured pitches with loads of space. Very helpful , friendly staff.
Disliked Nothing
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Beautiful spot, nice and peaceful, great…
Treeline unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked Beautiful spot, nice and peaceful, great facilities.
Disliked Pizza was sold out for the evening already when we arrived at 3.30pm and there was no way of ordering ahead or any warning that it might be sold out by that time. Not the end of the world but disappointing.
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Loved it all 😍 It was and…
Treeline unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked Loved it all 😍
It was and excellent camping site to stay at and will return
Recommend to friends Visit again
A very lovely site
Chill Out unpowered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked This was our first time visiting Riverside Lakes, and we were very impressed. From the moment we arrived, everyone was friendly, welcoming, and happy to chat, creating a really pleasant atmosphere around the site.
We took a wander around and found the whole site to be clean, tidy, and very well maintained. There was a great variety of pitches on offer, for tents, campervans, and caravans,
Overall, it was a lovely place to visit, with a relaxed and friendly feel throughout. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily return in the future.
Disliked There were only a couple of minor downsides during our stay. The showers weren't always as hot as we would have liked, and on one occasion we ended up having a cold shower.
The food fridges were a great facility and very useful. However, we did find that someone had gone through our bags, which unfortunately resulted in item's going missing. That said, once we reported it to the staff, they were very understanding, dealt with the situation professionally, and kindly replaced the missing item.
Despite these issues, the excellent customer service and friendly atmosphere meant they did not detract too much from our overall experience.
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We will definitely be returning
Lake view powered grass site
Liked Very friendly and enthusiastic staff. Clean and well presented site with plenty of room per pitch.
Disliked Nothing
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Beautiful campsite, peaceful, remote, family run…
Centrepoint unpowered grass site
Liked Beautiful campsite, peaceful, remote, family run team, farm animals, reasonably priced shop, decent size tent pitch area, plenty of space inbetween pitches, communal fridge and freezers added bonus. At the pitch site there was a bench and firepit included (logs to be purchased separately) They also offer takeaway on the Saturday
Disliked Cannot park car next to tent unless unloading or loading- I was a solo camper with my 18month old and dog. This is stated on the website so i was prepared for this however I called ahead and asked how far the camp is from the car park and I was told it is visible from the pitch, when I arrived I was shown where the car park was and where my pitch was and you could not see either of them from either spot. The walk was a good 5 minutes away if not longer. The toilets, shower block and washing up area are also just 1 unit which is near the reception area next to the car park so there was a lot of back and fourth which is not easy with a toddler and dog and I had to try and plan our shower, toilet and washing up trips to be at the same time. There is a eco toilet in the corner but still not practical with a toddler and a dog to be trying to fit in a small shed.
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Lovely site. Great facilities. Very welcoming.…
Viewpoint powered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked Lovely site.
Great facilities.
Very welcoming.
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Great stay, I would highly recommend.
Viewpoint powered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked This was an amazing campsite. Pretty, well thought out and clean. Loads of great finishing touches like having a bath in the shower block, fire pits for all the pitches and a colouring corner for the kids.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Beautiful location Clean Friendly Great family feel…
Viewpoint powered grass campervan, tent or trailer tent site
Liked Beautiful location
Clean
Friendly
Great family feel
Recommend to friends Visit again
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Bush Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Large (51-200 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free accessNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Caravan storage facilities Motorhome service point Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Riverside Lakes
Slough Lane
Horton
Wimborne
Dorset
England
BH21 7JL
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.86347°N
1.92613°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Pier | 16.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Bournemouth Durley Chine | 16.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bournemouth Boscombe Pier | 17 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Bournemouth Alum Chine | 17.1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bournemouth Manor Steps | 17.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 9.5 km
Adventure Wonderland 11.4 km
Breamore House 15.5 km
The Bournemouth Balloon 16.3 km
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum 16.7 km
National Trust
Kingston Lacy 9.5 km
White Mill 11.5 km
Brownsea Island 19.6 km
Mompesson House 24.3 km
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 24.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Holt Heath - Horton Tower - Holt Heath 3.5 km
ST GILES' HOUSE 5.6 km
CRICHEL HOUSE 5.8 km
CRANBORNE MANOR 6 km
BOVERIDGE HOUSE SCHOOL 7.6 km
Local events
- New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday 28 July 2026 – Tuesday 28 July 2026)
Brockenhurst, England 24.4 km
- Tankfest (Friday 26 June 2026 – Friday 26 June 2026)
Wareham, England 29.2 km
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday 30 July 2026 – Thursday 30 July 2026)
Wareham, England 32 km
- Southampton Boat Show (Friday 18 September 2026 – Friday 18 September 2026)
Southampton, England 36.6 km
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 5 September 2026 – Saturday 5 September 2026)
Dorchester, England 38.4 km
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 Riverside Lakes have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Riverside Lakes dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Riverside Lakes? This is a fantastic area for outdoor activities, with places like Moors Valley Country Park (10 minutes' drive), which has cycle paths, orienteering and a treetop trail, and the New Forest National … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Riverside Lakes?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Lakes? From $137.47 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.