Mill Paddock Campsite

View prices & book 9.2 128 reviews
Grassy pitches surrounded by trees
Grassy pitches surrounded by trees
Entrance to the site
Wild swimming spot in the river
Spacious grass pitches
Well-kept level pitches
Firepits allowed
Water activities on the river frome
Sunset at kimmeridge bay
1/32
Entrance to the site
Wild swimming spot in the river
Spacious grass pitches

  • Well-kept family-friendly Dorset site 10 minutes’ drive from Wareham
  • Monkey World 10 minutes’ drive and Studland Bay 25 minutes
  • Electric hook-ups and hot showers; pubs and shops 10 minutes’ drive
Whatever your reason to head for the West County – beach holidays, family sightseeing, walking or watersports – Mill Paddock Campsite has got all bases covered. This small site is around 10 minutes’ drive from Jurassic Coast beaches and Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre; it’s also right by the Purbeck Way, and only a short stroll from paddleboarding adventures along the River Frome. With no designated pitches, you can set up wherever you like on the level, well-maintained and family-friendly camping field, which has electric hook-ups and water points dotted around its perimeter. The modern facilities block houses showers, toilets and washing-up sinks – it’s cleaned regularly and there’s always plenty of hot water. There are mature trees edging the field if you’re after shade, picnic tables are provided for alfresco dining and firepits are welcome so you can all gather around and enjoy being together. Logs are available to purchase on site at a low price, and pretty everything you need for outdoor evenings can be found in the shops, pubs and restaurants of Wareham (10 minutes’ drive). Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join in all the family fun, and guest numbers are always limited so the field never feels overcrowded; this also allows a safe environment for children to play in – and there’s a treehouse for them to muck around in too.

Site type

Travel trailer sites 10
Tent sites 30
RV sites 40
Open now
Opens May 22
Please note
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, May 22 to

Open from Fri, Jul 3 to

No availability here for your search criteria

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent sitesTravel trailer sitesRV sitesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsMobile homes for rentRent a tent
Choose your dates
2 adults
0 children
0 dogs
Dogs allowed

Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 128 Pitchup.com customers

  • 57%
    10
  • 18%
    9
  • 17%
    8
  • 3%
    7
  • 0%
    6
  • 0%
    5
  • 0%
    4
  • 0%
    3
  • 0%
    2
  • 0%
    1
Location
 9
Value for money
 9
Accommodation
 9
Facilities / Activities
 9
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 9
Cleanliness
 9
Wifi
 6
Peaceful

97% would recommend this site to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This well-kept, roomy, quiet campsite gets rave reviews! Guests love the friendly owners, level pitches, and great amenities like clean washrooms. Perfect for exploring the area's attractions and beaches. A few minor ant and shower pressure issues were noted and sorted.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews

Reviews page 1 of 13
Arrival date (latest first)

Lovely peaceful campsite with large pitches.…

Overall

9 out of 10
Location
 8
Value for money
 10
Facilities / Activities
 8
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 No rating
Cleanliness
 9
Wifi
 No rating
Rachel F. 1 review

Power optional grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Lovely peaceful campsite with large pitches. Never felt overcrowded even when fully booked. Owners were really friendly and helpful.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Small but immaculate sight. Lovely owners…

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 10
Facilities / Activities
 10
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 No rating
Cleanliness
 10
Wifi
 No rating
Anonymous

Power optional grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Small but immaculate sight. Lovely owners who make you feel welcome.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Host was really nice and helpful.…

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 10
Facilities / Activities
 10
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 10
Cleanliness
 10
Wifi
 No rating
Benjamin B. 1 review

Power optional grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Host was really nice and helpful. Lovely quiet setting. Would definitely go again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Large pitch and all well maintained.…

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 10
Facilities / Activities
 No rating
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 No rating
Cleanliness
 10
Wifi
 No rating
Sophia P. 1 review

Power optional grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Large pitch and all well maintained. Peaceful site and friendly helpful owners.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place to use as a base for Dorset coast.

Overall

9 out of 10
Location
 8
Value for money
 8
Facilities / Activities
 8
Customer service
 9
Child friendliness
 8
Cleanliness
 10
Wifi
 No rating
Nicholas F. 4 reviews

Power optional grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Clean facilities, level grassy field, lovely polite service. Good access to main routes. It’s a good campsite to use as a base location.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Wonderful little site. The facilities were…

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
 9
Value for money
 9
Facilities / Activities
 8
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 10
Cleanliness
 9
Wifi
 No rating
Steven G. 1 review

Power optional grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Wonderful little site. The facilities were kept very clean at all times and the field was immaculate. Staff were available all day. Overall a really nice, calm vibe about the place.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great basic site with space. Helpful and friendly owners.

Overall

9 out of 10
Location
 9
Value for money
 10
Facilities / Activities
 8
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 10
Cleanliness
 8
Wifi
 No rating
Anonymous

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Pitch size. Owner friendliness. Space for kids to play.

Disliked Showers were functional but could do with upgraded heads and temp controllers.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site.

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 10
Facilities / Activities
 10
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 No rating
Cleanliness
 10
Wifi
 No rating
David E. 1 review

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Friendly, helpful owners.
Sizeable pitch.
Clean facilities.
Very little light pollution meant we could see the stars clearly.
Firepits allowed.
Tremendous location for walks, rides and short drives to beaches etc.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Had a lovely time! Clean showers…

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 8
Facilities / Activities
 7
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 10
Cleanliness
 10
Wifi
 1
Anonymous

Power optional grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Had a lovely time! Clean showers and toilets, shady camping spot, outdoor camp fires, cool river to wade in - what more could you ask for?

Recommend to friends Visit again

Our kids are all grown up now, but the kids around had an idyllic time

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 10
Facilities / Activities
 10
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 No rating
Cleanliness
 10
Wifi
 No rating
Nicola K. 3 reviews

Power optional grass travel trailer campsite

Liked Relaxed vibe, evening camp fires and lovely hosts

Disliked Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Level campground, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Mill Paddock Campsite

Church Lane

East Stoke

Wareham

Dorset

England

BH20 6AW

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.67911°N
2.18424°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.3 km Red Lion
5.3 km Post Office
10.2 km East Street
Rail
2.6 km Wool Rail Station
5.1 km Wareham Rail Station
8.3 km Holton Heath Rail Station
Ferry
13.9 km Poole Ferry Terminal
14.5 km Poole Quay Ferry Landing
16.1 km Brownsea Island Ferry Landing
Airport
27.2 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

There are footpaths and river walks a few metres away from the site, which is on the Purbeck Way as well as the Purbeck Cycle Ride route. Paddleboarding and kayaking on the River Frome can be arranged and booked with qualified local instructors at an additional cost. If you want to dip your toes in the sea, the sandy beaches of the Jurassic Coast are calling. Studland Bay (25 minutes’ drive) has miles of sandy beach with views of Old Harry’s Rocks, and you might want to try a bit of fossil hunting at Kimmeridge Bay (20 minutes). You can also have a safe swim in the shallow waters of Lulworth Cove (15 minutes), from where you can walk to the spectacular rock arch at Durdle Door in 25 minutes. The kids should appreciate watching the animal antics at Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre, where there are daily keeper talks, and enjoy mooching around the highly acclaimed Tank Museum at Bovington (both 10 minutes’ drive), where there are also frequent driving displays.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Lulworth Cove 8.1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Kimmeridge Bay 8.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Durdle Door East 9 km Sea N/AExcellentN/AExcellent
Durdle Door West 9.1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Harbour Rockley Sands 11.1 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 3.1 km

The Tank Museum 4.5 km

Lulworth Castle & Park 4.8 km

Lulworth Heritage Centre 8.2 km

Corfe Castle 9.9 km

National Trust

Clouds Hill 6.4 km

Corfe Castle 10 km

Hardy's Cottage 15.6 km

Brownsea Island 16 km

White Mill 16.5 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

LULWORTH CASTLE 4.8 km

GRANGE HEATH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 30/03/2005) 5.1 km

Whiteway Viewpoint - Flower's Barrow - Worbarrow Beach - Tyneham - Whiteway VP 5.7 km

Clouds Hill - Moreton 5.9 km

CREECH GRANGE 6.1 km

Local events

  • Tankfest (Friday, June 26, 2026 – Friday, June 26, 2026)

    Wareham, England 4.5 km

  • Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026)

    Wareham, England 4.9 km

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Saturday, September 5, 2026)

    Dorchester, England 17.7 km

  • New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, July 28, 2026 – Tuesday, July 28, 2026)

    Brockenhurst, England 46 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.

Want to know more about camping in Dorset?

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Mill Paddock Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Mill Paddock Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Mill Paddock Campsite? There are footpaths and river walks a few metres away from the site, which is on the Purbeck Way as well as the Purbeck Cycle Ride route. Paddleboarding and kayaking on the … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Mill Paddock Campsite?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Mill Paddock Campsite? From $46.36 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.