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
Campground type
6
20
6
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Site types & availability
2 
Corner unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
6 people maximum 
9.2/10
9 reviews Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 26 (GBP 26)
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Unpowered concrete slab caravan site
6 people maximum 8.6/10
57 reviews Ground type: Concrete slab
Site size: Max 8m width × 8m depth (64m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 26 (GBP 26)
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Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
6 people maximum 8.8/10
130 reviews Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 10m width × 8m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 26 (GBP 26)
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Powered grass site
6 people maximum 8.1/10
59 reviews Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 39 (GBP 39)
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Powered gravel and sand caravan site
6 people maximum 7.8/10
83 reviews Ground type: Gravel and sand
Site size: Max 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 39 (GBP 39)
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Reviews
85% would recommend this campground to a friend
84% would stay here again
What customers say
Great spot near attractions, with a decent pub. Staff get a big tick for being friendly. Sites are roomy & flat. Toilets are clean but a bit basic, could do with a spruce-up, especially the lights and heating when it's cold. Road noise pops up sometimes.
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Unpowered concrete slab caravan site
Liked Nice site, quite. Nice pub friendly staff
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad you enjoyed the peaceful site and found the pub and team welcoming. Hope to see you again soon!
Great pitches and friendly staff, the…
Powered gravel and sand caravan site
Liked Great pitches and friendly staff, the new renovation completed on the pub looks great.
Disliked Was a little disappointed that twin excels can only go on the gravel pitch with electric, we like off grid camping
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re really pleased you enjoyed the pitches, friendly team, and the pub refurbishment.
We also appreciate your comments regarding pitch allocation and understand your preference for off-grid camping. Your feedback is very helpful and will be taken on board as we continue to develop the site.
We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Excellent site with basic amenities. Ideal for Jurassic Coast walks
Powered gravel and sand caravan site
Liked Lovely welcome and well laid out site. Ideally situated for walks out to explore local area and down to Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. Discount given on food at drink in pub.
Disliked Pitch was at side of pub car park so a lot of activity with car doors slamming and people having chats, but doesn't go on too long or too late do not a major issue and to be expected.
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From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review! We’re really pleased you enjoyed the site layout, location and the pub discount.
We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Lovely location, but not as good as previous visits
Powered gravel and sand caravan site
Liked Lovely location
Disliked Only 1 toilet and shower working on the whole site while the pub wasn't open very disappointing. Had dinner in the pub ...but food took 1.5 hours to arrive
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased you enjoyed the location.
We’re sorry to hear your concerns regarding the facilities. As indicated on the map provided at check-in, we do have two shower blocks on site. Over the weekend, three showers were in operation and one was temporarily out of use due to a blown filament, which was awaiting replacement.
We also apologise that your meal took longer than expected to arrive. This is not the standard we aim to deliver, and your comments have been shared with the kitchen teams.
We do hope we can welcome you back again for a smoother experience in the future.
Great location, staff, pitch & pub.
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Staff, bar, location, size of pitch
Disliked Toilets and showers broken in camp field leaving just 1 toilet with no loo paper and shower for whole site on Easter Friday.
Recommend to friends Visit again
From the manager: Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased you enjoyed the staff, bar, location, and pitch size.
We’re sorry to hear your concerns regarding the facilities. As indicated on the map provided at check-in, we do have two shower and toilet blocks on site.
We do hope we can welcome you back again for a smoother experience in the future.
Great for 1 night
Unpowered concrete slab caravan site
Liked The friendly staff & nice looking campsite
Disliked One camping toilet, no toilet paper & wash up sink not connected to water
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback. We’re really pleased you enjoyed the friendly staff and the look of the campsite.
We’re sorry to hear your concerns regarding the facilities. As indicated on the map provided at check-in, there are two toilet and shower blocks on site, as well as additional toilets available in the pub, which is open all day for campers. We’re sorry if this wasn’t clear or if any facilities were not at their best during your stay.
We do hope we can welcome you back again in the future.
great staff , great pub, great food , good tent pitches , good time!
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked tent pitches were very flat, level and easy to put the pegs into the ground , site was not too busy when we went so lots of room. could park the van next to the tent witch was useful.
The toilets ,showers were clean and functional if a little basic , but showers were warm.
the staff were very welcoming and helpful , the pub, food and beer all excellent ,obviously having a pub at the site is a major bonus ( at lest for us ) .
The location for local attractions is great only short drives to Durdle door , jurassic coast ect.
I would have no problems recommending this site we enjoyed our stay and had a great time we will come back .
Disliked not much to dislike , it was rather windy on a couple of the days but that's weather and no ones fault .
the toilets and showers as previously mentioned are basic but functional.
(maybe more of a problem when the site is busy ).
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The pub dude was good and…
Powered gravel and sand caravan site
Liked The pub dude was good and the landlord was friendly and helpful
Disliked Some of the facilities were broken and not available those that were in a area for which I did not have a passcode
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback. We’re really pleased you found the team friendly and helpful.
We’re sorry to hear about the issues you experienced gaining access to some of the facilities. Your comments have been shared with the team.
We can welcome you back again for a better experience in the future.
A stopover next to a pub but expensive for what it is.
Unpowered concrete slab caravan site
Liked Friendly staff. Convenient location near Lulworth but by a busy road.
Disliked Bring your headtorch to use toilet or shower - no internal lights after 7am in the middle of winter!
Very basic and cramped facilities for the price and only one toilet and shower open. A little more thought and design could have gone into the facilities - a bigger sink, working lights, a few more hooks to hang towel and clothes etc. Small things that would make a big difference.
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From the manager: Thank you for your review. We’re pleased to hear you found our staff friendly and appreciated the convenient location near Lulworth, though we understand the road can be busy.
We’re sorry that the facilities did not meet your expectations. Your suggestions about lighting and layout are noted, as these details do make a real difference to comfort.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
Lovely campsite with such friendly and…
Unpowered grass tent or motorhome site
Liked Lovely campsite with such friendly and helpful staff who made us feel very welcome. The location is great. Would defo stay again.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re really pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and felt so welcome — the team will be delighted to read your kind words. We’re glad you loved the location and cant wait to welcome you back again
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 Laundry 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 Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites) Pub campgroundNearby 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 +0100 (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 | 5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | N/A | Excellent |
| Durdle Door West | 5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lulworth Cove | 5.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Ringstead Bay | 6.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bowleaze Cove | 10.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
The Tank Museum 3.9 km
Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 5.4 km
Lulworth Heritage Centre 5.7 km
Lulworth Castle & Park 5.7 km
Hardy's Birthplace 10.6 km
National Trust
Clouds Hill 5.9 km
Hardy's Cottage 10.6 km
Max Gate 11.3 km
Corfe Castle 15.8 km
White Mill 21.6 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
West Lulworth Circular 4.8 km
Lulworth and White Nothe Coastal Tour 5.4 km
South Down Car Park - White Horse Hill - Osmington - Osmington Mill - Ringstead - South Down CP 5.5 km
LULWORTH CASTLE 5.5 km
Clouds Hill - Moreton 5.6 km
Local events
- Tankfest (Friday 26 June 2026 – Friday 26 June 2026)
Wareham, England 3.8 km
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday 30 July 2026 – Thursday 30 July 2026)
Wareham, England 5.9 km
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 5 September 2026 – Saturday 5 September 2026)
Dorchester, England 12.2 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 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 caravan Arrive: 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion? From $49.25 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.