Summers Camp

View prices & book 8.2 133 reviews
10-acre grounds
10-acre grounds
Bell tents
View from the outside of bell tent furnished
Inside view of the tent: 2 double camp beds
View the inside of our bell tent unfurnished
View from the outside of bell tent furnished
View from the outside of bell tent furnished
Grass pitches
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Bell tents
View from the outside of bell tent furnished
Inside view of the tent: 2 double camp beds

  • Spacious 10-acre campsite in the small Dorset village of Burton
  • Christchurch Harbour and Avon beach 10 minutes' drive away
  • Within walking distance of a pub; South West Coast Path 10 miles away
Whether you’re exploring down the local footpaths that crisscross the countryside or tracking down ponies and canoeing ventures in the New Forest National Park, a stay at Summers Camp will help you tune into your adventurous side. This spacious site is spread over 10 acres of Dorset countryside, with many corners left over to nature. That means you can expect to see wildflowers and birds around the place and find lots of opportunities to get out and explore more. This pop-up site is in the small village of Burton, a 10-minute drive from England’s south coast and the New Forest National Park. Summers Camp is an off-grid site so you should get dark skies at night, but LED fairy lights create laidback festival-style vibes (as well as making a great backdrop for your holiday selfies). Acoustic entertainment is also occasionally on the agenda. It’s safe to say that this friendly site also has good amenities including hot showers, toilets and an occasional pop-up bar. As for the location, well, things are indeed convenient. The site is under a mile from two pubs, a post office and a convenience store, and there’s a pick-your-own farm shop and bakery five minutes’ drive away. Nearby seaside spots like Avon beach and Highcliffe Castle can be reached in about 10 minutes, while the stunning South West Coast Path starts about 10 miles west in Poole (30 minutes’ drive).

Campground type

RV sites 15
Tent sites 50
Rent a tent 12
Open now
Opens July 23
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
  • Units longer than 7 metres are not allowed.
  • Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
  • Minimum spacing of 5 metres between pitches.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.
  • There is no reception building on-site: 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.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed, Jul 23 to

Campsite types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

8.2

Overall rating from 133 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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PeacefulBudget/backpacker

80% would recommend this campground to a friend

75% would stay here again

What customers say

Spacious, level sites & a great location near amenities. Staff are frequently praised as friendly & helpful, with many enjoying the relaxed vibe. Facilities are basic but clean. Some minor portaloo/shower issues noted, but many recommend or would return.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews

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Arrival date (latest first)

Cheap for 1night passing through but couldn't stay there very long

Overall

4 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
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Accommodation
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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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jon d.

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked How close it was to the pub
The oak inn down the road is excellent.
Quiet at night

Disliked Not enough toilets, and apparently in a right state, we didn't use the showers or toilets as were self contained but heard bad opinions from others.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location at a low price.

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8 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 10
Accommodation
 10
Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Wifi
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Anonymous

Primitive grass and earth RV campsite

Liked The location, a short walk from an excellent pub (The Oak), and a bus route to Christchurch and Bournemouth. The size of the site.

Disliked The Portaloos were a bit grim! Not a fault of the site owner, moreover a problem caused by inconsiderate humans and the intense heat.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Exactly as described. Great place friendly warden.

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 10
Accommodation
 10
Facilities / Activities
 7
Customer service
 10
Child friendliness
 10
Cleanliness
 9
Wifi
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Anonymous

Bell tent (six person, basic)

Liked Loved our bell tent blank canvas to make as luxury as you want with own kit. No tent move in and get on with your trip. So much bigger than our own tent. Fab location to drive 10 minutes to 5 different stunning beaches. Supermarkets we found sainsburies, lidl and waitrose in 10 min drive. Local pub in walking distance.

Disliked Potaloos never a big draw but they were clean. Showers were ok could have been better with drainage around them. On bone dry day in August had to walk threw about 3m wet soggy ground to get in and out of them.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent . Great loaction and lots for kids to do

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10 out of 10
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Accommodation
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Wifi
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Alan F.

Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Loved this little campsite. Super friendly and perfect for a family getaway. Only there one night but will deffo use again in the future. Thanks Kym!

Alan

Recommend to friends Visit again

This was my first time camping as a solo female with my…

Overall

10 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 10
Accommodation
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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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Rebecca W.

Bell tent (four person)

Liked This was my first time camping as a solo female with my three children, and I honestly could not fault it. From start to finish, it was a wonderful experience.

Paul, the camping warden, was fantastic! He greeted us on arrival with a warm welcome, made sure we had all the information we needed, and went out of his way to make us feel safe and comfortable. For our very first rural camping experience, his friendly and approachable nature made such a difference. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and he was on hand to answer any questions!

The site itself was immaculate – toilets and showers were spotless, handwashing and washing-up facilities were excellent, and the whole campsite was beautifully maintained. My children had an amazing time exploring and enjoying the outdoors, and we all left with happy memories.

Thank you, Summers Campsite, for giving us the perfect first camping experience, and thank you, Paul, for being such an outstanding camping warden!

It’s a definite 10/10 from us, and we hope to return again this summer with friends.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good spot for short stay.

Overall

7 out of 10
Location
 7
Value for money
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Accommodation
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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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Piet V.

Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Space

Recommend to friends Visit again

everything went perfect…

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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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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edwill m.

Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked everything went perfect

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very good camping place overall

Overall

8 out of 10
Location
 10
Value for money
 7
Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
 10
Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Laura S.

Bell tent (four person)

Liked The tent was nice, location was really good, toilets were clean, toilet paper and soap provided

Disliked Mattresses were rather deflated and it got worse with time, fires were not allowed and no alternative was provided

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very good enjoyed…

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Accommodation
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Michael T.

Primitive grass and earth tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Very good enjoyed

Recommend to friends Visit again

Ok for one night

Overall

6 out of 10
Location
 8
Value for money
 8
Accommodation
 6
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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Rachel B.

Bell tent (six person, basic)

Liked Very quiet and remote
Tepee's ready for use
Good communication
Toilet's cleaned regularly

Disliked Only one sink to brush teeth/wash up
No hot water to wash up

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

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

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery

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 Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 sites) Pop-up campground

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Level campground, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Summers Camp

Summers Lane

Burton

Dorset

England

BH23 7JB

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.7489°N
1.76001°W

Nearest transport

Bus
1.2 mi Bargates
1.2 mi Bargates
2.8 mi Sea Corner
Rail
1.3 mi Christchurch Rail Station
2 mi Hinton Admiral Rail Station
3.1 mi Pokesdown Rail Station
Ferry
1.6 mi Christchurch Quay Ferry Landing
1.6 mi Wick Christchurch Ferry Landing
1.9 mi Tuckton Tea Gardens Ferry Landing
Airport
3.7 mi Bournemouth International Airport
22.4 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

In the New Forest National Park (10 minutes’ drive), there are plenty of activities to chuck yourself into… canoeing, archery, hiking or cycling perhaps? Visiting the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (10 minutes), the National Motor Museum (35 minutes) or New Forest Wildlife Park (35 minutes)? Those of you who are keen on all the adventurous sort of stuff will spend your time wisely at Snowtrax Alpine Activity Centre (15 minutes), which runs skiing, snowboarding and ringo rides. Moors Valley Country Park (20 minutes) is just as sporty a day out, as the park has trails, a golf course and Go Ape ropes courses for those who want to channel their best monkey impression. Back towards the coast, a picnic in the grounds of Highcliffe Castle (10 minutes) could be followed by a stroll down to the beach. You may want to see how you fare with watersports like paddleboarding from Christchurch Harbour (10 minutes). Otherwise, join the sailing scene in Lymington (25 minutes) for another seaside-inspired day.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Christchurch Friar`S Cliff 1.8 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Christchurch Avon Beach 1.8 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Christchurch Highcliffe Castle 2.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Christchurch Mudeford Sandbank East 2.2 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bournemouth Hengistbury West 2.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Highcliffe Castle 2.3 mi

Adventure Wonderland 4.1 mi

Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum 5.3 mi

The Bournemouth Balloon 5.3 mi

Bournemouth Pier Beach 5.5 mi

National Trust

Brownsea Island 9.6 mi

The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 10 mi

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 11.1 mi

Kingston Lacy 12.6 mi

White Mill 13.7 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Hengistbury Head 2.1 mi

Throop Mill - Parley Green - Nature Reserve - Berry Hill 3.7 mi

AVON TYRRELL 3.7 mi

Burbush Hill - Dur Hill - Whitten Pond - (New Forest) 5 mi

WIMBORNE ROAD CEMETERY 5 mi

Local events

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

    Dorchester, England 29.2 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Summers Camp have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Summers Camp dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Summers Camp? In the New Forest National Park (10 minutes’ drive), there are plenty of activities to chuck yourself into… canoeing, archery, hiking or cycling perhaps? Visiting the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (10 minutes), … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Summers Camp?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Summers Camp? From $16.16 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.