The Red Lion
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- Family-friendly campsite adjoining a Winfrith Newburgh pub in Dorset
- A 10-minute drive to the Jurassic Coast, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door
- Showers and loos on site; delicious food and drink in The Red Lion pub
Site type
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6
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
2 
Corner non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24 (£24)
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Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 10m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24 (£24)
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Non-electric hardstanding touring pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24 (£24)
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Electric grass pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £36 (£36)
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Electric gravel and sand touring pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Gravel and sand
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £36 (£36)
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Reviews
83% would recommend this site to a friend
82% would stay here again
What customers say
Friendly staff, flat pitches, great pub food. Ideal for exploring Durdle Door/Lulworth. Easy public transport. Spacious, clean site. Toilets/showers a bit basic/dated, occasional water pressure issues (now addressed), and road noise.
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Last updated 2026/06/09
Safe and comfortable pitches. Nice pub attached.
Corner non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Very friendly staff. Very happy to talk me through everything I needed to know.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to seeing you at some point again in the future. Regards Red Lion Team
Handy for local attractions…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Handy for local attractions
Disliked Toilets lacking any hand drying! Had to use toilet roll
Showers when heat was turned up just dribbled
The food was terrible! Chicken wings warm and slimey, no meat on them. Sausages were tough, burnt ends were dry and chewy. Really disappointed
Signal for both tv and phones very poor
The £13 per night electric was a total rip off
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback. You requested electricity on arrival and this was made available at the difference between non-electric and electric pitches, and you chose to have electricity. The cost encompasses not only 16 Amp pitches at commercial electricity rates including associated VAT, but also such things as till charges and/or booking deposit and maintenance costs. In terms of water pressure, there was indeed an issue with the water pressure on the campsite and this has now been addressed. I do hope that this provides clarity to your feedback. Regards Red Lion Team
Very good food available…
Non-electric hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Very good food available
Disliked Shower facilities on site below expected standard
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your stay with us.
Unfortunately I am not sure on the detail of your comment on the showers. We have x2 gas boiler showers in one toilet block and 2 electrical showers in the temporary shower block. In terms of the electric showers there has recently been an issue with the water pressure on the campsite and this has now been addressed.
I do hope this provides some clarity to your feedback and we hope to welcome you back soon.
It was a good stay overall
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked The stay was great. No major issues and I would definitely stay again. The pub was great, staff, food and location.
Disliked Toilet roll had run out early Sunday morning in the facilities in the camping field.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your stay with us. I am sorry the toilet paper ran out; we do check and replace the toilet paper on a regular basis and I will pass this onto the staff to ensure we keep our checks up. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Ideal location to cycle, walk and local attractions.
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Location and space. Great pub.
Disliked Nothing.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your stay with us. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Location, friendly staff, and simplistic camp…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Location, friendly staff, and simplistic camp layout.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your stay with us. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Plenty of space, easy check in…
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Anonymous Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Plenty of space, easy check in
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your stay with us and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Easy going, clean, friendly and great…
Corner non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Easy going, clean, friendly and great pub to eat in.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your stay with us. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Nice pitch close to the pub…
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Liked Nice pitch close to the pub and near to the loos/showers. Easy to find on the main road A352.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your stay with us. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Wouldn’t stay again
Electric gravel and sand touring pitch
Liked Location with bus nearby handy to visit Dudley door
Disliked Showers and toilets. Very basic. Toilet seat loose. Nowhere to put clothes. Not the cleanest. Cost £39/night. Have paid much less for a much much better campsite
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your stay with us.
The cost of the pitch includes electricity. This cost encompasses not only 16 Amp pitches at commercial electricity rates including associated VAT at 20%, but also such things as till charges and/or booking deposit and maintenance costs. I am sure you will agree with the need to drive down the cost of VAT for hospitality, a saving that can be passed directly onto our guests. •
I am sorry you did not find our toilets cleaned to our usual high standard; our toilets are cleaned and reviewed on a regular basis and I will pass this onto the team. Unfortunately there are ‘rush hours’ when both the toilet and shower blocks are heavily used and we do ask if there are any issues to notify them to us at the pub bar so that we can address them in a timely manner. We do also ask that campers close the doors to the toilets and showers as there can be a tendency for passers-by to use our facilities. You will recall that the toilet seat was replaced within 14 hours of being reported i.e. overnight. In terms of the hooks in the shower, unfortunately the damage previously caused also damaged the supporting boarding - thank you for highlighting this and I will certainly pass this onto the relevant team member.
I do hope this provides some clarity to your feedback.
Features
Dogs 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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches) Pub campsiteNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Red Lion
Winfrith Newburgh
Dorset
England
DT2 8LE
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50,66708°N
2,2767°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durdle Door East | 5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | N/A | Excellent |
| Durdle Door West | 5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lulworth Cove | 5,7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Ringstead Bay | 6,6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bowleaze Cove | 10,8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
The Tank Museum 3,9 km
Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 5,4 km
Lulworth Heritage Centre 5,7 km
Lulworth Castle & Park 5,7 km
Hardy's Birthplace 10,6 km
National Trust
Clouds Hill 5,9 km
Hardy's Cottage 10,6 km
Max Gate 11,3 km
Corfe Castle 15,8 km
White Mill 21,6 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
West Lulworth Circular 4,8 km
Lulworth and White Nothe Coastal Tour 5,4 km
South Down Car Park - White Horse Hill - Osmington - Osmington Mill - Ringstead - South Down CP 5,5 km
LULWORTH CASTLE 5,5 km
Clouds Hill - Moreton 5,6 km
Local events
- Tankfest (Friday, 26 June 2026 – Friday, 26 June 2026)
Wareham, England 3,8 km
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)
Wareham, England 5,9 km
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, 5 September 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026)
Dorchester, England 12,2 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Red Lion have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Red Lion dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Red Lion? You won’t have to wander very far afield to sample the best of Dorset attractions; The Red Lion is only 10 minutes’ drive from Man O’War Beach on the Jurassic Coast, the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of The Red Lion?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion? From R531,91 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.