Dorset Springs Certificated Location
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- Central Dorset touring park with easy access from the A350
- Poole, Sandbanks and Jurassic Coast within a half-hour drive
- Spacious pitches with access to lakeside walks for wildlife spotting
Site type
10
10
This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
Admission
At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.- This site only accepts bookings from existing Caravan and Motorhome Club members: please provide your membership number in the 'Special requests' box when booking.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Safety
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
General
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- Paddleboarding and boating is not allowed on the lake.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 1 May to
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Reviews
67% would recommend this site to a friend
62% would stay here again
What customers say
Peaceful spot, stunning views, roomy pitches. Immaculate grounds, calm lake, friendly vibe. But, basic loo & pricey £5 shower a letdown for many. Some found pitches hot & short on bins.
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Last updated 18/08/2026
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Peaceful and beautiful setting
Powered grass caravan site (lake view, members only)
Liked Such a beautiful peaceful setting and the gentleman checking me in was so helpful. Easy to find and so well kept grounds. Highly recommended
Disliked N/a
Recommend to friends Visit again
The Basil Fawlty of CLs, enjoy!
Powered grass caravan site (lake view, members only)
Liked Nice wildlife ponds. A small area with swings and a tiny slide for children to play.
Disliked Unfortunately there were a few issues when we arrived we weren't expected as the owner hadn't checked their e-mail. After gaining entry we were not given any information and when I contacted them later on at 8.40pm to ask how to gain access to the toilet and showers as I had just driven for six hours and really wanted a shower the owner said he couldn't get a key to me that evening (in spite of being on site). When I asked if I could get one in the morning at 07.00, as we had a morning appointment to get to he said 'Not a chance. Not on your life'
I am used to camping in Europe where on arrival you are greeted properly by owners who are welcoming and show you common courtesy. This attitude made us feel like we were an inconvenience. When we finally did get a shower key around lunchtime the next day I was given a lecture about how important it was to leave it clean and tidy, etc. However nicely decorated the showers were they really didn't need to be kept locked. It turned out that the bathroom sink was blocked and couldn't drain and the shower flooded the whole bathroom.
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Good value for the site.
Powered grass caravan site (lake view, members only)
Liked Peace and quite.
Disliked None
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely wide open space but more showers needed
Powered grass caravan site (lake view, members only)
Liked Friendly hosts on arrival. Hardstanding pitches were well designed. Wide open location with walks around the lake. The shower cubicle was modern. Gated with entry code so felt secure.
Disliked Having to pay £5 per 24 hours for the key to the only shower on site. No convenient bins around the location.
Recommend to friends Visit again
everything…
Powered grass caravan site (lake view, members only)
Liked everything
Disliked no showers
Recommend to friends Visit again
This is an exceptional CL.
Powered grass caravan site (lake view, members only)
Liked Beautiful setting and feels very secure . It is set in generous grounds and could be considered destination in itself . This is an exceptional CL.
Disliked I only booked twelve days ......
Recommend to friends Visit again
Very peaceful…
Powered grass caravan site (lake view, members only)
Liked Very peaceful
Disliked Everything else ….only one toilet (horrible)
£5 for shower per day !!!
And then told that as we have our own shower onboard we should use it and that the shower was for campervans that did not have a shower
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I won’t bother going back
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Anonymous Powered grass caravan site (lake view, members only)
Liked Tidy and pleasant site
Disliked Basic facilities and lack of info on site work it out for yourself, ask another camper or the gardener.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Overall enjoyable but felt the sites write-up was a little misleading.
Anonymous Powered grass caravan site (lake view, members only)
Liked Quiet site and good location with easy safe access to National Cycle route and Wimborne Minster.
Disliked We were under the impression that there were toilets and showers(chargabe) available but the single toilet was in what looked like a shed that had seen better days and the showers were locked for our whole stay. Another camper told us that when he asked to use the showers he was told they were only opened for those that didnt have their own onboard facilities.
Recommend to friends Visit again
everything…
Powered grass caravan site (lake view, members only)
Liked everything
Disliked no showers
Recommend to friends Visit again
Features
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
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 yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Dorset Springs Certificated Location
Poole Road
Sturminster Marshall
Wimborne
Dorset
England
BH21 4AE
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.79183°N
2.07007°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
Food and drink
- The Taj Resaurant 4.6 km
- Rimjhim 5.8 km
- Rosemary 5.8 km
- Wimborne Pig 5.9 km
- Piazzo Lounge 5.9 km
- Cloisters 6 km
- Wimborne Tandoori 6.1 km
- Krua Baan Thai 6.1 km
- Franco's 6.2 km
- The Italian Bakery 6.2 km
Parks and play
- Henbury Play Park 4.1 km
- Victoria Close Play Park 4.7 km
- Redwood Road Play Area 6.1 km
- Splash Zone 6.8 km
- Charlton Marshall Parish Counsil Village Play Area 6.8 km
- Hillborne Community Park 7.2 km
- The Hideout Soft Play 8.6 km
- Dawkins Road Play Area 8.7 km
- Assault course 8.8 km
- Verity Park 9.2 km
Public transport
- Sturminster Marshall Post Office 0.4 km
- Sturminster Marshall Post Office 0.5 km
- Sturminster Marshall First School 0.6 km
- Sturminster Marshall First School 0.6 km
- Sturminster Marshall War Memorial 1 km
- Sturminster Marshall War Memorial 1 km
- Millmoor 1 km
- Millmoor 1 km
- Newton Cross 1.1 km
- Newton Cross 1.1 km
Groceries
- Co-op Food 4.2 km
- Co-op Food 4.5 km
- Co-op Food 6 km
- Waitrose 6.1 km
- Aldi 6.2 km
- M&S Foodhall 6.5 km
- Co-op Food 6.7 km
- Co-op Food 7.4 km
- Co-op Food 7.8 km
- Lidl 8 km
Family days out
- Henbury Play Park 4.1 km
- Victoria Close Play Park 4.7 km
- Redwood Road Play Area 6.1 km
- Splash Zone 6.8 km
- Charlton Marshall Parish Counsil Village Play Area 6.8 km
- Hillborne Community Park 7.2 km
- The Hideout Soft Play 8.6 km
- Dawkins Road Play Area 8.7 km
- Assault course 8.8 km
- Verity Park 9.2 km
Must see
Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 3.4 km
Brownsea Island 13.9 km
Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 14.7 km
Adventure Wonderland 15.9 km
The Bournemouth Balloon 16 km
National Trust
White Mill 1.6 km
Kingston Lacy 3.3 km
Brownsea Island 14 km
Clouds Hill 15.2 km
Corfe Castle 17.2 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
CHARBOROUGH PARK 2.8 km
KINGSTON LACY 3.5 km
Pamphill - Eye Bridge - Lambs Green - Wimborne 4.2 km
Spetisbury - Tarrant Crawford - Spetisbury Rings 5.8 km
ANDERSON MANOR 7.1 km
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, 5 September 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026)
Dorchester, England 26.2 km
- Southampton Boat Show (Friday, 18 September 2026 – Friday, 18 September 2026)
Southampton, England 48 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 Dorset Springs Certificated Location have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dorset Springs Certificated Location dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Dorset Springs Certificated Location? Attractions and activities nearby include: - National Trust - Kingston Lacy: five minutes’ drive - Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park: 10 minutes - Gorcombe Extreme Sports (paintballing, quad bikes and clay pigeon shooting): … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dorset Springs Certificated Location?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: noon – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Dorset Springs Certificated Location? From $57.03 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.