Dapplewood Caravan Site
View prices & book- Adults-only site in peaceful Dorset countryside
- Top spot for slow-paced getaways
- 30-minute drive from Bournemouth and the Dorset coast
Campground type
- This park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
- 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
Reviews
Voted 86% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Basic facilities and overpriced. Friendly staff.
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Powered cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Area
Disliked: Nothing like the photos shown.
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From the manager: Hi Kevin, I am genuinely surprised at your review as when we chatted during your stay you said you were having a lovely stay. We are definitely not offering the busy club house family type of site and we understand that a more natural peaceful site is not for everyone. The photos are literally of the site.
Adults only Small site (only 5 pitches) in a beautiful location. Personal…
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Liked: Adults only Small site (only 5 pitches) in a beautiful location. Personal touch when owner came to greet us on arrival.
Disliked: There are no toilet or shower facilities however everything else about the site makes up for that.
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Great site,will use again if in area.
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Liked: Lovely quiet site,well maintained. Attached woodland to walk the dog off the lead. Friendly owners. Great pub a short walk across the fields.
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From the manager: Thank you for your kind review. Hopefully we can welcome you back to Dapplewood again soon.
Owners are very friendly, site is immaculate x
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Liked: Everything all I can say is wow, pitches are massive So peaceful and relaxing Highly recommended 100%
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From the manager: Thank you so much Malcolm for your lovely review. We are delighted that you had such a lovely stay with us
Very highly recommend 100%
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Liked: Everything this place is amazing
Disliked: Nothing if I wanted to pick a fault I really couldn't
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From the manager: Thank you so much for your kind, lovely review!
Excellent setting, Harmony
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Liked: We’ve stayed here before, Bridget is a fantastic host & we love the tranquil setting with Nature at our doorstep.
Disliked: Nothing , perfect setting.
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From the manager: Thank you very much Dale for your lovely review and hopefully we will see you on your travels again later in the year.
the whole thing,such a lovely site,small ,but just what we like,and setting…
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Liked: the whole thing,such a lovely site,small ,but just what we like,and setting is a dream.bridgette keep doing what you do.
Disliked: nothing.
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From the manager: Gosh, thank you so much Robert! I'm delighted that you had a lovely stay with us and hope to see you again soon!
Idyllic little gem of a site
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Liked: Such a pretty little site. Well kept, nice, spacious pitches, surrounded by beautiful countryside, and with its own bluebell wood. So peaceful with an abundance of wildlife, the birdsong was joyful to hear. Very lovely pub in walking distance, around 15 minutes. We will definitely visit again.
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From the manager: Thank you Cherryl Anne for you very kind review. It was perfect timing for the bluebells and I think you brought the beautiful weather with you!
Warm welcome to a pretty site.
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Liked: Warm welcome and location
Disliked: Did not like having to put car in front of caravan rather than to side.
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From the manager: Hi Guys, I'm so glad you had a relaxing time sunbathing in the warmer weather this weekend! Our entrance sign respectfully asks guests to park on the long hardstanding areas to save the grass for the benefit of all of our future visitors as I'm sure you can appreciate if everyone drives and parks on the grass it gets destroyed creating a muddy mess in wet weather.
Lovely quiet site with large pitches surrounded by beautiful trees, Brigitte was…
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Liked: Lovely quiet site with large pitches surrounded by beautiful trees, Brigitte was very welcoming.
Disliked: Nothing to dislike
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From the manager: Thank you Chrissie for your lovely review, it was our pleasure to meet you and welcome you to Dapplewood.
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 WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Forest Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Dapplewood Caravan Site
Lodge Road
Holt
Wimborne
Dorset
England
BH21 7DW
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.84373°N
-1.96619°W
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 |
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Poole Harbour Rockley Sands | 9.2 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Poole Harbour Lake | 9.3 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Bournemouth Durley Chine | 9.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Bournemouth Alum Chine | 9.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Bournemouth Pier | 9.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
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
- Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday, July 19, 2024 – Friday, July 19, 2024)
Dorchester, England 15.8 mi
- Tankfest (Friday, June 28, 2024 – Friday, June 28, 2024)
Wareham, England 15.9 mi
- New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, July 30, 2024 – Tuesday, July 30, 2024)
Brockenhurst, England 16.8 mi
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, July 25, 2024 – Thursday, July 25, 2024)
Wareham, England 17.7 mi
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, September 7, 2024 – Saturday, September 7, 2024)
Dorchester, England 21.7 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.
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
Want to know more about camping in Dorset?
- 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. - How much does it cost to stay at Dapplewood Caravan Site? From $33 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.