The View Campsite

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Under the stars listening to music with the warmth of the communal fire

Scenic and friendly 14-acre meadow site with stunning panoramic views
Within 20 minutes' drive of Poole, the Isle of Purbeck and Bournemouth
A short walk from Lytchett Matravers' village pubs and shop

As the name suggests, The View Campsite is all about its surroundings. This is a really special spot with gorgeous panoramic views overlooking the Isle of Purbeck, where the eye often can see as far as the famous Jurassic Coast, Corfe Castle and the Lulworth hills. Come here if you fancy waking up to the sound of birdsong (one reviewer spotted 22 species on site) and watching wild deer wandering through the fields. In keeping with its wildlife haven theme, this site has all-natural camping meadows where you can immerse yourself in the Dorset countryside and appreciate the simple pleasures of outdoor living. You get to choose whether you want a view of the Purbeck Hills from the higher meadows or fancy a secluded spot lower down in the valley glade – in all, there are 14 acres where you can pick your own plot. You can look forward to a warm welcome from owners Cathy and Kate (plus their little gang of mischievous animals…), who will be on hand should you wish to hire a firepit, or simply to point out places to head for a stroll around the village of Lytchett Matravers (under a mile from base), where pubs, a café and a park can be easily added to the itinerary. Sometimes, there are things to join in on site – gather around the communal firepit, perhaps, where you can chat with fellow guests, listen to local musicians or attend a meditation session or nature talk. On occasion, there are homemade pizza evenings to take part in. Other shared facilities are nicely spread out too, so you'll never have to wander far to fetch fresh water or to use the site's upcycled composting and flushing toilets. A small number of showers are also available to guests.

Site type

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

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Evening entertainment in the form of live music

Signage for interacting with some of the animals on site

Enjoying the summer at the view campsite 😎

Beautiful site

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Shannon B. Jul 2024

Tipi

Liked: The most beautiful idyllic setting for a campsite with a very warm welcome from the owners. We and another family hired tipis for a night and we were really happy with the set up. Our young children absolutely loved it, especially seeing the goats and sheep and having lots of safe space to run around in and explore ! Being able to have a fire and enjoy looking at the stars with no light pollution was wonderful. The live music was a fab bonus and we loved it. The owners are very passionate about conservation and the therapeutic benefits of being in nature, and were really interesting to talk to. Very happy memories and we will be back!

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Really lovely location remote with great views but close to local town.…

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Anonymous Jul 2024

The View Meadows non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Really lovely location remote with great views but close to local town. Owners really nice and eager to help with anything needed.

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The field where the pitches are is trully amazing, hilly location and…

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Anonymous Sept 2023

The View Meadows non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: The field where the pitches are is trully amazing, hilly location and definitely a beautiful view. Kids enjoyed the children play area. Facilities clean and eco friendly. Owner was very amiable and helpful.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fab place and will be back

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rosalind c. Aug 2023

The View Meadows non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: What a lovely eco campsite
Got a lovely welcome as soon as we arrived and a tour and info of surrounding area

Toilets and showers all clean
Fab views
Loved the fact that it was a really peaceful respectful campsite

Hired a fire pit which was perfect
Nice walk into the local village

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We stayed here for 2 nights and couldnt find a fault. Really…

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Anonymous Aug 2023

The View Meadows non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: We stayed here for 2 nights and couldnt find a fault. Really freindly, welcoming hosts. Extreemly accomadating. Kate & her mum took the time out to show our chilldren all the farm animals that take amazing care of. We had our puppy with us for the first time camping and it went so well. Thr facilities on site for camping was clean & tidy. Easily accsesiable. There is a lovely evening vibe with live music around the fire all lit up nicely & very child freindly. Overall- a perfect little find & will definatly go back. Thanks the view campsite, we all had a fab time :) 10/10!

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Cathy and Kate were both so lovely and welcoming Cathy gave us…

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Anonymous Aug 2023

The View Meadows non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Cathy and Kate were both so lovely and welcoming Cathy gave us a short tour of the campsite when we arrived so we knew everything that was available to us. The shower and flushing toilets were good and we enjoyed the use of a fire pit during our weekend. Good atmosphere and views. Would stay again and recommend to others. 👍🏻✈️ thanks for having us.

Disliked: Not a huge amount of pitch space to choose from but this could be due to it being the bank holiday weekend. Our pitch was on a slope so we were sliding down our bed at night 😂

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Amazingly friendly site. Very well organised and beautiful location.. with you were…

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simon b. Aug 2023

The View Meadows non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Amazingly friendly site. Very well organised and beautiful location.. with you were open in September!!!!

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Friendly, relaxed atmosphere, clean, welcoming, beautiful countryside, near to the sea, environmentally…

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Sarah M. Aug 2023

The View Meadows non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Friendly, relaxed atmosphere, clean, welcoming, beautiful countryside, near to the sea, environmentally friendly, birdsong, barbecues and firepits allowed on slabs which are provided, singsong and jamming some evenings, hot shower and flush lavatory

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Great find we will visit again!

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Louise E. Aug 2023

The View Meadows non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Quiet peaceful back to nature, relaxing campsite with spacious pitches and lovely panoramic views.

The owners were very welcoming, friendly and had a chat with us each day to ensure we were having a good vacation.

There were a few sheep and chickens on site which really made us feel away from London.

Showers and toilets always clean, rustic style.

There was a lovely communal area where on the weekends they have live music. We will be back again to experience that.

Great location for exploring Dorset!

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The true camping vibe, peaceful, basic clean facilities, social area with music…

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Anonymous Sept 2023

The View Meadows non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: The true camping vibe, peaceful, basic clean facilities, social area with music and food on Saturday evening, friendly owners, and plenty of space to pitch where you wish

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Features

Pop-up campground

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 pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette 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 Forest Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

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

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

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

Location

The View Campsite

Middle Road

Lytchett Matravers

Poole

Dorset

England

BH16 6HJ

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.74891°N
-2.09086°W

Route directions

If using a satnav, please use the postcode BH16 6DP. It is recommended that you come in from the A35 rather than through Lytchett Matravers, as this is much easier and faster. Turn off the A35 signposted Lytchett Matravers/Tea Room/French Furniture, into Wareham Road, then take the first left into Halls Road, carry on down the hill and turn right up Middle Road. Look for The View Camping sign on your right. The High Meadow pitches are accessible from Halls Road and the South Field pitches from Middle Road.

Nearest transport

Coach

7.1 km Post Office

7.1 km Red Lion

8.8 km Seldown Coach Station

Rail

4.3 km Holton Heath Rail Station

5.7 km Hamworthy Rail Station

6.5 km Wareham Rail Station

Ferry

8.2 km Poole Ferry Terminal

8.5 km Poole Quay Ferry Landing

11.6 km Brownsea Island Ferry Landing

Airport

18.5 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

Within a short drive is the stunning RSPB nature reserve at Arne peninsula (15 minutes). Famous Jurassic Coast sites like Lulworth Cove (30 minutes), Studland Bay (30 minutes) and Durdle Door (30 minutes) are within easy reach too, as are historic Corfe Castle (30 minutes) and Chesil Beach (35 minutes). Poole Harbour (15 minutes) and award-winning Bournemouth and Swanage beaches (20 minutes) are all within an easy drive too. Exciting activities are available for those wishing to explore – Sandbanks (15 minutes), Wareham (15 minutes) and Wimborne (15 minutes) have boat or kayak hire, allowing you to ride the waves or float down scenic rivers. Children, meanwhile, will be captivated by mischievous monkeys at nearby Monkey World (as seen on TV; 15 minutes). On the doorstep of the campsite is award-winning Farmer Palmer’s (five minutes), an adventure farm, while those who want a lively atmosphere have bowling, entertainment, restaurants and a cinema 15 minutes away at Tower Park. Boat trips leave Poole (15 minutes) to see bird colonies or can take you over to Brownsea Island, where there are plenty of tempting spots for a picnic and rare red squirrels. The South West Coast Path also starts (or finishes) in Poole. It's 630 miles all in, and the clearly marked trail will sort you out with ample opportunities to take in fine views and spot wildlife. The seven-mile stretch between Poole and Swanage is an attractive option and can comfortably be done in a day if you take the ferry past Old Harry Rocks on your return leg.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Poole Harbour Rockley Sands	4.9 km	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Poole Harbour Lake	6 km	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Shell Bay North	12.7 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Poole Sandbanks Peninsular	12.7 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Poole Shore Road Beach	12.9 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 8.1 km

Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 10.6 km

Brownsea Island 11.5 km

The Tank Museum 12.3 km

Corfe Castle 12.4 km

National Trust

White Mill 6.6 km

Kingston Lacy 8 km

Brownsea Island 11.6 km

Clouds Hill 11.9 km

Corfe Castle 12.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

CHARBOROUGH PARK 4 km

WAREHAM MEADOWS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 02/08/2004) 5.3 km

ANDERSON MANOR 6.2 km

ARNE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 31/08/2001) 7.4 km

Canford Heath 8 km

Local events

Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday, 19 July 2024 – Friday, 19 July 2024)
Dorchester, England 14.4 km
Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, 25 July 2024 – Thursday, 25 July 2024)
Wareham, England 14.9 km
Dorset County Show (Saturday, 7 September 2024 – Saturday, 7 September 2024)
Dorchester, England 23.7 km
New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 30 July 2024 – Tuesday, 30 July 2024)
Brockenhurst, England 37.2 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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 1 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

Dogs

Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Vehicles

No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Safety

Open fires are prohibited.
Please do not touch or feed the animals.

General

Quiet hours must be respected between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Dogs

The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Units will be allocated on arrival.

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 10 p.m..

Pitches

You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Dogs

Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.

Additional terms

Please use eco-friendly products when using the shower or washing-up areas.

Please take your rubbish with you when you leave.

Fires must be put out by 11pm.

The outdoor sink for washing-up only has cold water.

Fire pits can only be used in the designated areas.

Payment terms

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Frequently asked questions

Does The View Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is The View Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near The View Campsite? Within a short drive is the stunning RSPB nature reserve at Arne peninsula (15 minutes). Famous Jurassic Coast sites like Lulworth Cove (30 minutes), Studland Bay (30 minutes) and Durdle Door (30 … Read more