Riverside Lakes












- Beautiful family run campsite on the Hampshire Dorset border.
Site type
Tourist board rating
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Reception is unmanned after 8 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- 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
Open from Tue, 1 Apr to

Pitch types & availability
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See nearby bookable sites1st Meadow unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site
Max. persons unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
2nd Meadow unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Centrepoint 36, 37, 38, 39, 40 & 41 unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Chill out 30, 31, 32, 33, 34 & 35 unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Cloverleaf power optional grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site
20 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Lake view 53, 54, & 55 powered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Pitches 1 fully-serviced concrete slab site
8 people maximum
Ground type: Concrete slab
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Pitches 2-7 fully-serviced grass site
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Pitches 8 power optional grass site
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Ridgeway 19, 20, 21, 22 & 23 unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Sunset unpowered grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Treeline 24, 25, 26, 27 & 28 unpowered grass tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Viewpoint 13, 14, 15 16 & 17 are EHU 12 & 18 are grass only non electric power optional grass tent, campervan or trailer tent site
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £33 (£33) 1 night, 2 adults
Birdie & Landsend 5 Metre Bell tents bell tent
5 people maximum
Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
Lakeside Hideaway and The Island 6 metre bell tent
6 people maximum
Dimensions: 6.0m width x 6.0m length (19.7ft width x 19.7ft length) Calculated area: 36.0m² (387.5ft²)
Arrival daysNo availability on our site
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Features
No dogs allowed
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. 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 No dogs allowedCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Bush Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Large (51-200 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Caravan storage facilities Motorhome service point Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Riverside Lakes
Slough Lane
Horton
Wimborne
Dorset
England
BH21 7JL
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.86347°N
-1.92613°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bournemouth Pier | 16.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Bournemouth Durley Chine | 16.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Bournemouth Boscombe Pier | 17 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Bournemouth Alum Chine | 17.1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Bournemouth Manor Steps | 17.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 9.5 km
Adventure Wonderland 11.4 km
Breamore House 15.5 km
The Bournemouth Balloon 16.3 km
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum 16.7 km
National Trust
Kingston Lacy 9.5 km
White Mill 11.5 km
Brownsea Island 19.6 km
Mompesson House 24.3 km
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 24.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Holt Heath - Horton Tower - Holt Heath 3.5 km
ST GILES' HOUSE 5.6 km
CRICHEL HOUSE 5.8 km
CRANBORNE MANOR 6 km
BOVERIDGE HOUSE SCHOOL 7.6 km
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, 6 September 2025 – Saturday, 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, England 38.4 km
- Isle of Wight Festival (Thursday, 19 June 2025 – Thursday, 19 June 2025)
Newport, England 48.3 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
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Riverside Lakes have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Riverside Lakes dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Riverside Lakes? Paultons Park - Peppa Pug World Moors valley country park Wimborne minster/ Horton Tower Tower Park - Splash Down, bowling, cinema and restaurants Bournemouth beaches, sandbanks New forest Swanage Durdle Door Mulligans … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Riverside Lakes?
Camping and caravan Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. If you feel you are going to be running late for arrival, please get in contact before hand so we are aware.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Lakes? From $74.93 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.