When can I check in and check out of The Red Lion?

Camping and caravan Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion?

From $45.60 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

The Red Lion

View prices & book Last booked 23 hours ago 8.5 129 reviews

View of main campsite looking towards the red lion pub.

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

Set in the middle of lovely Dorset countryside and on the outskirts of the peaceful village of Winfrith Newburgh, The Red Lion is a family-run pub with a namesake campsite on the extensive field to its rear. There’s easy access by car to dump your gear at the spacious pitches – most are sheltered by mature trees – and modern facilities on-site include showers, mains water toilets and a washing-up area. The adjoining pub is open throughout the year: winter brings warming log fires while summer invites alfresco dining in the beer garden – and whenever you visit, you’re assured of a constant supply of delicious food as well as award-winning West Country ales and ciders. Luckily the site is dog-friendly as it’s a great base for soaking up Dorset’s rural vibe on quiet walks across the downs. If you’d like to spark up your barbecue while you’re there, there’s a small store in the village, otherwise do a bigger stock up in Dorchester (15 minutes).

Campground type

Open all year

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Site types & availability

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Courfe castle about 30 minutes from site

Pitch near to pub facilities. off season so quiet and very dog friendly.

Us with boris in the main bar. i ordered gammon and hubby had the smoked beef board, both were 🩷

Well run site with very friendly and helpful staff. Near durdle door

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	7
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	5

Gary G. May 2025

Unpowered concrete slab motorhome site

Liked: Level pitches, location and friendly staff

Disliked: Shower pressure weak

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nothing I liked !!! Basically a field behind a pub in the…

Overall	2/10
Location	2
Value for money	2
Accommodation	2
Facilities / Activities	2
Customer service	2
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous May 2025

Powered gravel and sand caravan site

Liked: Nothing I liked !!! Basically a field behind a pub in the middle of nowhere, check in 3pm too late as off last site 10am and had 2 dogs so did not check in and went somewhere better and won’t be going back also £38 for that site was far too much as stayed on better for £25 a night .

Disliked: All of it £38 for a field behind a pub

Recommend to friends Visit again

Plenty of space, basic but clean facilities. Pub on site. Really friendly…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	4

Anonymous May 2025

Unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site

Liked: Plenty of space, basic but clean facilities. Pub on site. Really friendly staff

Disliked: Bit of road noise. Unfortunately no evening food in the pub

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful site, clean and easy access to durdle door and Lulworth cove.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous May 2025

Powered gravel and sand caravan site

Liked: Beautiful site, clean and easy access to durdle door and Lulworth cove. Staff were super friendly and the lass who lives there was lovely. My dogs loved her and the other young lass who works there. Couldn’t fault the place.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent campsite and the best of service from all of the staff…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	6
Wifi	2

John P. May 2025

Unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site

Liked: Excellent campsite and the best of service from all of the staff at the Red Lion. Will definitely return also good food at a sensible price well done the Red Lion

Disliked: Nothing not to like

Recommend to friends Visit again

Had a lovely couple of days. Nice location. Staff were friendly and…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	8

Fay J. May 2025

Powered gravel and sand caravan site

Liked: Had a lovely couple of days. Nice location. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Toilets and showers was basic, but acceptable. Would definitely stay again.

Disliked: The only thing we did quite like was the drinks and food was a bit on the pricey side.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Would use again, as so close to attractions, beachs etc

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Paul S. Apr 2025

Powered grass site

Liked: Great all around electric hook up, pub food and drink ,amazing, friendly staff,there to help.

Disliked: None

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy to find, pub on site. Clean toilets & showers. Level pitches…

Overall	6/10
Location	10
Value for money	6
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	8
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Apr 2025

Powered grass site

Liked: Easy to find, pub on site.
Clean toilets & showers.
Level pitches

Disliked: Bins not obvious.
Expensive for facilities provided
Food in pub was expensive

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great facilities, friendly and welcoming and had a lovely breakfast.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Apr 2025

Unpowered concrete slab motorhome site

Liked: Great facilities, friendly and welcoming and had a lovely breakfast.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed our facilities, the breakfast, and the warm welcome. We’d love to have you back again soon!

Best regards,
The Red Lion Team

Really enjoyed our stay . Our type of site . Nice and…

Overall	8/10
Location	10
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	4

Kevin B. Apr 2025

Powered gravel and sand caravan site

Liked: Really enjoyed our stay . Our type of site . Nice and quiet . Nice food in pub and very friendly.

Disliked: Can't really say I have anything negative to say tbh .

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the campsite to your liking. It’s great to know you also enjoyed the food at the pub and the friendly atmosphere.

We hope to welcome you back soon for another relaxing visit!

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. 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

Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites) Pub campground

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

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

12 km Red Lion

12 km Post Office

12.3 km South Station

Rail

4.2 km Wool Rail Station

4.6 km Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station

11.8 km Wareham Rail Station

Ferry

13.8 km Weymouth Ferry Terminal

20.6 km Poole Ferry Terminal

21.2 km Poole Quay Ferry Landing

Airport

33.7 km 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

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 spectacular Durdle Door sea arch and romantic, almost circular Lulworth Cove. The kids will relish the chance to encounter the primates at Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre (yes, also 10 minutes away), or see the nesting mute swans at Abbotsbury Swannery (40 minutes). Weymouth (25 minutes), its sandy beaches and Sea Life Adventure Park is also a good bet for keeping youngsters happy. Take the Dorset air as you scramble up to Osmington White Horse (15 minutes), cut into the limestone landscape in 1808, for views over the downs to the English Channel. There are more wonderful vistas to be had from hilltop Corfe Castle (also 15 minutes), and if any cobwebs still need blowing away, head to Chesil Beach (half an hour) for a blustery walk along the shingle.

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

Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

General

Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.

Reception

If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.

Changes to your holiday

Modifications are subject to a GBP10.00 ($19.78) fee.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Vehicles

Only one car is to be parked by the pitch. Extra vehicles must be parked in the designated area.

General

Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
The campground/park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Vehicles

The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.

General

The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Units will be allocated on arrival.

Visitors

Visitors’ cars are not permitted on site.

Dogs

Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see site type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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?

Camping and caravan

Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Depart by: 10 a.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion? From $45.60 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.