Moonacre Campsite

2 reviews
Main camping field, we allow wild camping so you can pitch wherever you like
Main camping field, we allow wild camping so you can pitch wherever you like
Trees
Summer days
Car park area with camping behind the grass mound
Top of the hill at group camping, great spot for morning sunrise and evening sunset
Under the tepee, is a communal fridge and four plug points for charging phones
Communal tepee, a short 2 min walk from camping area, with electric and lighting
Group camping toilets, 2 x flushing loo's and 1 shower. main site we have 3 showers 4 toilets.
1/8

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  • Peaceful camping on an east Dorset farm 15 minutes' drive from Poole
  • Just off the A31 and A350; South West Coast Path half an hour's drive
  • Woodland walks direct from the pitches, and wildlife around the site
Fancy some peace and quiet in east Dorset? Then make for Moonacre Campsite, a laidback holiday spot just off the A31 and A350. This scenic site is in a secluded valley location between the towns of Poole and Blandford Forum (both 15 minutes' drive). The folk that run this show are particularly practically minded, having set up essential facilities like toilets, showers and a water point for guests. There's also plenty of outdoor furniture for general lazing around, and open-air games to help the kids wear off an excess energy. Moonacre Campsite is especially well-suited to nature fans: the woodlands that fringe the site regularly rustle with the sound of deer, rabbits and pheasants (other critters like rare red squirrels and wading birds can be spotted on nearby Brownsea Island). The whole place is fenced for extra security and peace of mind. Sturminster Marshall (five minutes' drive) is the nearest place for pitstops at the supermarket or pharmacy; the village also has a golf course that welcomes players of all ages if you fancy a spot of putting.

Site type

Tent sites 8
Open all year
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

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 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

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

Budget/backpacker Bush Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby

Location

Moonacre Campsite

New Barn and Partyfield

Dorchester Road

Sturminster Marshall

Dorset

England

BH21 4AA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.78209°N
-2.0769°W

Route directions

The site is on Roundhouse Roundabout. Look out for two large white flags displaying Moonacre Weddings. The gate is electric and will require you to input a code provided after your booking is placed.

Nearest transport

Coach
10.1 km Seldown Coach Station
10.9 km Post Office
10.9 km Red Lion
Rail
7.5 km Hamworthy Rail Station
7.9 km Holton Heath Rail Station
9.6 km Poole Rail Station
Ferry
10.1 km Poole Ferry Terminal
10.1 km Poole Quay Ferry Landing
13.4 km Brownsea Island Ferry Landing
Airport
17.3 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

Poole (15 minutes' drive) is the nearest sizeable spot, and oh what a town it is – with golden sands, bike hire and ferries over to Brownsea Island, there's much to be said for just turning up and seeing what takes your fancy. Those who like things a bit more organised can instead book a boat trip out to Old Harry Rocks, set off on the self-guided Cockle Trail around town or embark on an epic journey along the South West Coast Path from Studland (35 minutes). Also of interest is Blandford Forum (15 minutes), home to the Blandford Museum, the hopsy Hall and Woodhouse Brewery and the sweet-smelling Keyneston Mill, a 50-acre botanic garden dedicated entirely to aromatic plants. After a good whiff of the herbs and a full-bodied ale or two, take the kids for a spot of aquatic adventure at Splashdown waterpark (15 minutes), investigate the high ropes course and miniature railway at Moors Valley Country Park (25 minutes) or stick close to the site and explore Kingston Lacy (five minutes), an aristocratic house with landscaped grounds run by the National Trust.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Poole Harbour Rockley Sands 7.4 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Harbour Lake 8.4 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Shore Road Beach 14.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Canford Cliffs Chine 14.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Sandbanks Peninsular 14.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 4.5 km

Brownsea Island 13.3 km

Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 13.6 km

The Tank Museum 15.2 km

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 15.6 km

National Trust

White Mill 2.8 km

Kingston Lacy 4.4 km

Brownsea Island 13.4 km

Clouds Hill 14.3 km

Corfe Castle 16.1 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

CHARBOROUGH PARK 2.1 km

KINGSTON LACY 4.6 km

Pamphill - Eye Bridge - Lambs Green - Wimborne 5.1 km

Spetisbury - Tarrant Crawford - Spetisbury Rings 6.2 km

ANDERSON MANOR 6.5 km

Local events

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday, 6 September 2025 – Saturday, 6 September 2025)

    Dorchester, England 25.4 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

Reviews

10

Overall rating based on 2 reviews View breakdown

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Very beautiful, calm place!!!…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Vladimirs B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent site (secluded)

Liked: Very beautiful, calm place!!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Superb loved the campsite and the peace and quiet

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Alex B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent site (secluded)

Liked: Set up and friendliness of the staff

Disliked: None

Recommend to friends Visit again

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Moonacre Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Moonacre Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Moonacre Campsite? Poole (15 minutes' drive) is the nearest sizeable spot, and oh what a town it is – with golden sands, bike hire and ferries over to Brownsea Island, there's much to be … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Moonacre Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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