Dapplewood Caravan Site

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Pitches at sunset
Pitches at sunset
Spring evening
On site woodland off lead dog walk
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Pitches in the evening light
Looking over farmland from the picnic area
Site entrance
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Spring evening
On site woodland off lead dog walk
Visitor image of autumn on site

  • Adults-only site half an hour's drive from Bournemouth and the coast
  • In peaceful Dorset countryside 10 minutes' drive from Moors Valley
  • Suited to slow-paced getaways; off-lead dog walks on site
At Dapplewood Caravan Site, an adults-only site in Dorset, less than a mile from the village of Holt and a 10-minute drive from the market town of Wimborne, you can let all those stresses melt away. Dapplewood is a great base if you want to slow things down with a stroll on Holt Heath less than five minutes’ drive from the site, explore Moors Valley, 10 minutes away, or centre yourself with a short drive to the coast. Back on site, you’re in a top spot to unwind. The site keeps distractions to a minimum, so you can be sure of some peace and quiet – take the dog for a walk off-lead in the two acres of ash and oak woodland or relax at the picnic area under the trees, gazing out over the fields next to the site. When you're ready to get food out, venture across the fields to the local gastropub or nab a table at one of the many restaurants within 10 minutes of the site.

Campground type

Camper sites 5
RV sites 5
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.4

Overall rating from 110 Pitchup.com customers

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Location
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

97% would recommend this campground to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This adults-only campsite is praised for its peaceful, secluded woodland setting with spacious pitches. Guests highlight the owner's welcoming nature and the convenient location for walks and pub visits. Basic facilities are offset by natural beauty. Can be muddy in wet weather.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 6/30/2026

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Great peaceful site…

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 Paul B. 2 reviews

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Great peaceful site

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely peaceful site, friendly and helpful…

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Vanessa F. 1 review

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Lovely peaceful site, friendly and helpful reception.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very quiet site good communication with…

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 Kevin T. 2 reviews

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Very quiet site good communication with owner good wi fi

Disliked Having to leave

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From the manager: Hi Kevin,

'Having to leave' made me chuckle....you certainly looked relaxed! Hope to welcome you back later in the year.

lovely small peaceful site with plenty…

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 sue t. 3 reviews

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked lovely small peaceful site with plenty of room and trees/shrubbery between pitches.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you Sue, it was our pleasure having you on site!

Beautiful little site. Bridgette our host…

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 Louise R. 1 review

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Beautiful little site. Bridgette our host was delightful.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you Louise, I know you are already off on your next brilliant adventure. It was an absolute delight to talk to you both. What an interesting chat! Stay safe!

Very peacefully site, very nice and…

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 Ian W. 1 review

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Very peacefully site, very nice and friendly owner. We would recommend this site.

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From the manager: Hi Ian, I'm glad you had a lovely stay with us here at Dapplewood and hope to see you again later in the year.

Peaceful and tranquil. Second time of…

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 Susan D. 1 review

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Peaceful and tranquil. Second time of staying and looking forward to coming back 😁

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Hello Susan,

So lovely to see both and Mollie! again. Looking forward to welcoming you back again. (hopefully no exploding bean bags :))

Lovely friendly and helpful owner on this little site

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Anonymous

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked small quiet site, very peaceful

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for the lovely review, looking forward to seeing you again soon!

Lovely place

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Anonymous

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Good site lovely people nice and friendly clean

Recommend to friends Visit again

Such a lovely quiet site, very…

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 Pete R. 2 reviews

Powered cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Such a lovely quiet site, very friendly, lovely host, dog friendly, what’s not to like? Definitely will return. It’s one of those sites you want to keep secret so as it doesn’t become too popular for my return.

Disliked Nothing.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Forest Peaceful Spectacular scenery 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 Nearby farmers' market

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Dapplewood Caravan Site

Lodge Road

Holt

Wimborne

Dorset

England

BH21 7DW

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.84373°N
1.96619°W

Nearest transport

Bus
7.6 mi Bournemouth University
7.6 mi Meeting House Lane
8 mi St Johns Church
Rail
8.3 mi Branksome Rail Station
8.4 mi Parkstone (Dorset) Rail Station
8.5 mi Hamworthy Rail Station
Ferry
9.1 mi Poole Quay Ferry Landing
9.4 mi Poole Ferry Terminal
10.7 mi Brownsea Island Ferry Landing
Airport
7.4 mi Bournemouth International Airport
27.5 mi Southampton 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

What’s a holiday without some sun, sea and sand? At Dapplewood, at least two of those are within easy reach – Highcliffe, Bournemouth and Sandbanks beaches are each within 40 minutes’ drive of the site, and are top spots for watersports, sailing and visits to the stunning coast. At Dapplewood, you’re well placed for exploration of this part of the country. There are plenty of cycling routes passing close to the site – take your pick and follow it around historic sites, soaking in the scenic Dorset countryside. Let yourself be transported back in time with a trip to the stunning Kingston Lacy, 15 minutes from Dapplewood, where you can poke around the Egyptian artefacts, wander through the Japanese Gardens and imagine what it must feel like to have an IOU from a king. There are loads more stately piles close to the site, including Little Clarendon, Mompesson House, Max Gate and Mottisfont. History enthusiasts who are craving a little more can see the Cerne Abbas Giant hillside carving and Stonehenge, both less than an hour from the site. The shops, theatres, restaurants, museums and galleries of Bournemouth are 30 minutes away – Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and the Oceanarium are must-sees, and the more adventurous might like to try the climbing walls, vertical drop slide and ziplines at the Bournemouth Pier.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Poole Harbour Rockley Sands 9.2 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Harbour Lake 9.3 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bournemouth Durley Chine 9.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bournemouth Alum Chine 9.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bournemouth Pier 9.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 3.7 mi

Adventure Wonderland 7.1 mi

The Bournemouth Balloon 9.4 mi

Bournemouth Pier Beach 9.7 mi

Oceanarium, The Bournemouth Aquarium 9.7 mi

National Trust

Kingston Lacy 3.7 mi

White Mill 4.9 mi

Brownsea Island 10.8 mi

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 13.8 mi

Corfe Castle 14.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Holt Heath - Horton Tower - Holt Heath 1.6 mi

CRICHEL HOUSE 2.5 mi

Pamphill - Eye Bridge - Lambs Green - Wimborne 3.4 mi

KINGSTON LACY 3.6 mi

ST GILES' HOUSE 4.5 mi

Local events

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

    Brockenhurst, England 16.8 mi

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

    Wareham, England 17.7 mi

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

    Dorchester, England 21.7 mi

  • Southampton Boat Show (Friday, September 18, 2026 – Friday, September 18, 2026)

    Southampton, England 24.7 mi

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 Dapplewood Caravan Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Dapplewood Caravan Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Dapplewood Caravan Site? What’s a holiday without some sun, sea and sand? At Dapplewood, at least two of those are within easy reach – Highcliffe, Bournemouth and Sandbanks beaches are each within 40 minutes’ drive … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Dapplewood Caravan Site?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Dapplewood Caravan Site? From $35.88 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.