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Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (waterside)
From £35 (£35)
6 people maximum 
9.3/10
54 reviews Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.
Pitch size
Max 7.5m width × 7.5m depth (56.2m²)
Ground type
Cement/asphalt
Twin-axle vehicles accepted
Suitable for
Travel trailer, Class B motorhome, Motorhome
Features
Electric: 10 amp included Electric: 16 amp included Bring a gazebo 0 included, 1 max. Bring an awning 0 included, 1 max. Bring a shelter tent 0 included, 1 max. Car 1 included, 2 max. Dog(s) allowed 0 included, 3 max. Car parking by site/unit Extras
| Bring a gazebo (1 max) | £3 (£3) per night | |
| Bring a pup tent (2 max) | £2 (£2) per night | |
| Bring an awning (1 max) | £4 (£4) per night | |
| Dog (3 max) | £1.50 (£1.50) per night | |
| Extra car (1 max) | £3.50 (£3.50) per night |
You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.
Availability
| Your booking From £35 (£35) | |
Based on 1 night, 2 adults | |
| 2 adults |
Choose your dates and party size to see pricing and availability.
Lyons Gate Holiday Park
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Reviews
94% would recommend this site to a friend
91% would stay here again
What customers say
This immaculately kept campsite is praised for its peaceful atmosphere, beautiful lakeside pitches, and abundance of wildlife. Visitors highlight the exceptional friendliness and helpfulness of the owners, Phil and Mandy, who ensure the site and its four fishing lakes are well-maintained. Facilities, including showers and toilets, are consistently described as clean and well-kept, though some note they are a little dated. The site is considered ideal for fishing enthusiasts and those seeking a relaxing getaway in a tranquil, natural setting.
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I would hundred percent recommend this site!
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The site was clean and tidy, owner were extremely friendly and welcoming. They made the effort to introduce themselves to everyone which I think is so nice.
Disliked There was nothing I disliked about Lyons gate
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From the manager: Thank you for your great review. We will look forward to seeing you all back at Lyons Gate.
What an amazing campsite, the owners…
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked What an amazing campsite, the owners are friendly and really take the time to show you around. The facilities are clean and tidy. Quiet after 10pm. Real personal touch. If you like fishing then there is lakes for you to fish on. The campsite is central to most places. We really enjoyed staying here. It was myself as a single mum with 2 teenagers age 16, 17 then a 9 year old.
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From the manager: Thank you for your great review. We will look forward to seeing you all back at Lyons Gate.
Lovely site. Great staff helpful with anything site or fishing related
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (waterside)
Liked What a great caravan park. Our second time of visiting. Warm and friendly greeting from Phil and Mandy. The whole area was in lovely standard and the fishing was great. No issues with electrics like I had read from other reviews. Nor was there any issues from any of our 3 caravan party. Phil in particular was extremely helpful be that with anything site related or with advice on the lakes. We look forward to coming back soon. Anthony, Andrea, Declan and Frank the Cocker Spaniel.
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From the manager: Thank you for your great review. We will look forward to seeing you all back at Lyons Gate.
We loved everything! My husband fished…
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked We loved everything! My husband fished for the first time and everyone couldn't have been more helpful. Loved the woodland walk
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From the manager: Thank you for your great review. We look forward to seeing you back at Lyons Gate.
Excellent stay with super friendly staff
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite
Liked Lovely site, warden was super friendly always said hello. We was on a hard standing and even offered us pegs for the awning. Highly recommend Leon's Gate would definitely book again
Disliked None
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review. It was lovely to met you and hope to see you back at Lyons Gate soon.
Friendly owners
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (waterside)
Liked Beautiful lakeside camping pitches, nice and peaceful, off grid kind of camping with the luxury of toilets and showers.
Disliked Not having a guaranteed swim next to your lakeside camping pitch, if you want it, get up early!
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind reveiw.
Beautiful campsite - highly recommend it
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Great location to visit surrounding area and relax. Well maintained, quite site with very clean facilities.
Welcomed to the site by Phil and showed to our pitch. Also he gave us some ideas what we can visit around.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review. It was lovely to met you and hope to see you back at Lyons Gate soon.
Super friendly site, clean facilities, level…
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (waterside)
Liked Super friendly site, clean facilities, level pitches, basics stocked in the shop, kids loved the fishing will definitely be back.
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Had an amazing time our third…
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (waterside)
Liked Had an amazing time our third visit fishing was brilliant caught lots of fish peaceful surroundings lots of wild life staff were fantastic nothing was to much trouble would recommend this site to anybody. We will be back Geoff and Doris
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Ok for a night
Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (waterside)
Liked Fairly quiet.
Disliked Being by the lake meant that you had people fishing just 2 mtr behind your van. This was from 7am til 7pm or later. It did not feel like you had any privacy.
Mainly seasonal pitches, site felt a bit crammed.
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From the manager: Sorry you did not enjoy stay.
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote locationUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Lyons Gate Holiday Park
Cerne Abbas
Dorchester
Dorset
England
DT2 7AZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.85569°N
2.48163°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hive | 24.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bowleaze Cove | 24.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| West Bay (West) | 25.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Weymouth Lodmoor | 25.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Eypemouth | 26.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Hardy's Birthplace 15.4 km
Mapperton House & Gardens 17.2 km
Montacute House 19.5 km
Fleet Air Arm Museum 20.9 km
Haynes International Motor Museum 21.3 km
National Trust
Hardy's Cottage 15.4 km
Max Gate 16.8 km
Montacute House 19.5 km
Tintinhull Garden 20.9 km
Clouds Hill 22.3 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
MINTERNE 2.2 km
Beneath The Feet Of Cerne's Giant 5.2 km
CHANTMARLE 8.4 km
MELBURY PARK 8.4 km
SHERBORNE CASTLE 10 km
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, September 6, 2025 – Saturday, September 6, 2025)
Dorchester, England 15.3 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.
Offers
- 10% off 3 nights+
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Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Lyons Gate Holiday Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Lyons Gate Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Lyons Gate Holiday Park? Cerne Abbas has been called ‘Britain’s most desirable village’ to live in and it’s easy to see why. Start stays with a ramble around the stunningly pretty village, stopping in at the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Lyons Gate Holiday Park?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 12:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Lyons Gate Holiday Park? From $50.34 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.