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Norden Farm Touring Caravan And Camping Site
Corfe Castle
Wareham
Dorset (Browse area)
BH20 5DS
Tel: 01929 480098
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Pitches: 150 electric + 100 non-electric
Open: 01/04/2026 to 31/10/2026
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 Small Campervans |
 Glamping Units |
 No Statics for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 No Hardstandings |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 Rallies Welcome |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
 Motorbikers Welcome |
| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 Bathroom |
 Baby Changing Facilities |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 Battery Charging |
 Gas Exchange |
 Recycling Facilities |
 No Kitchen Facilities |
 Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 Wifi Access |
 Shop On Site |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <1 mile |
| Activities |
 Kids Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 Evening Entertainment |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 Wild Swimming <5 miles |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 Cycle Hire <1 mile |
 Golf <1 mile |
 Tennis <1 mile |
 Beach <5 miles |
 Watersports <5 miles |
 Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Working Farm |
 Campfires Allowed |
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 No Waterside Pitches |
 Public Transport On Site |
 Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access |
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| Date of Visit: August 2011 |
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| Reviewer: JAD128 |
4 reviews from this member |
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 Just returned from a very enjoyable weeks stay at this site (Main Field) and the surrounding area.
Positive points - well positioned for exploring area, well signposted throughout, clean facilities, kids loved the farm animals, excellent shop, handy B&B with restaurant (though not tested personally).
Negative - Main Field is huge and exposed, felt like there were many more pitches than the 92 stated and had a 'messy' feel as folk can pitch wherever.
A large group arrived on the 7th night of our stay, and this was the only time the 10. 30pm quiet time was breached. Otherwise despite the density of tents this rule was maintained 100%. We reported this to the Reception and received a very satisfactory response which was pleasing.
The Purbeck area has lots on offer and we really enjoyed it, so many highlights which included the walk to Corfe and the Castle, Studland bay, Brownsea Island (with the view to Sandbanks!), fabulous meals at The Castle Inn (Corfe) and The New Inn (Church Knowle).
Further on there is Kingston Lacy, Monkey World, the swannery at Abbotsbury, Chesil Beach and Portland Bill.
Nearby Wareham has the convenience of a hole-in-the-wall, petrol garage, and Sainsburys.
Would recommend to anyone. 
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| Date of Visit: August 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Becsmum |
4 reviews from this member |
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I visited this site the first week of August. The site was full, which meant a lot of tents- it is a big site although split into separate fields.
The pitches with electric hookups looked quite close together, however we in the unserviced 'top field' which is reserved for tents and there are no allocated pitches. Despite the large number of tents there was no problem finding a reasonably flat pitch, with plenty of space still for children to run around.
The site is in a beautiful location very close to Corfe Castle and handy for beaches at Swanage, Studland, Kimmeridge etc. It is also wlaking distance from the Norden Station for the Swanage steam train, which is a lovely trip- the only downside is having to cross the busy A351.
The facilities on the site were good, my children loved the farm animals, especially the calves! They also enjoyed the play area even though it is fairly small. The shop really does stock everything, and the takeaway van on the top field certainly looked good with daily specials such as chilli and shepherds pie as well aas burgers and hot dogs.
The toilet and shower blocks on the top field were busy and generally a bit dirty (although squeegies are provided for people to clean the shower floors after use), but it was a very busy time. The main facilities seemed better and we used the family bathroom a couple of times without having to wait long, also didn't seem to be any problem with misuse of this. It was quite a walk from the top field though!
Despite the huge number of campers noise wasn't a problem at all and everyone seemed to abide by the rules quite happily and the site was quite by 11pm.
I would definitely recommend the site and would go back.
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| Date of Visit: August 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Shazzielew |
3 reviews from this member |
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I think I may have possibly gone to a different site Just returned from a terrible few days at Norden Farm.
Full to capacity tents were so jammed together field was flooded and the site was very muddy, ( obviously not the sites fault it rained ) wardens did nothing to alleviate this and saw several cars stuck trying to get through the narrow entrance.
Could do with some Rubber matting at the entrance I know one lady asked if they could at least put some straw down to help alleviate the problem
The toilets and showers were filthy due to the rain and had to queue for both as there were so many people, it was like being at a festival.
As it is a working farm it was a bit smelly. We love this area but will definitely look at another site.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Shastings |
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This was our second visit to Norden farm and all I can say is that it was just as wonderful as the first. Facilities are great and always clean, pitches are generous and having the farm areas to keep the little guy entertained (well for half an hour a day at least) is just the ticket. A really top class site, which manages to maintain a great family run feel. Next time we're planning a camping trip to Dorset we'll definitely put Norden Farm at the top of our list.
At £19. 00 per night for a large pitch with hookup I'd thoroughly recommend this site to anyone. Well situated for Poole, Swanage, the Jurassic coast, Monkey World etc.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: ThomoSki |
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Just back from five nights at Norden Farm and it is somewhere I know we will go back to - in fact we tried to book for later in the month on the day of departure but they were full.
Great setting and location is superb for Studland, Swanage, Wareham, Lulworth Cove etc. Corfe Castle is an easy 20 minute walk.
The site is on a proper working farm so expect the noises, smells and slightly ramshackle buildings that brings with it. Facilities for campers spot on - although it would be good if the toilet block in the Pond Field also had a point for caravan waste water.
Ate at the Farmhouse / B&B one evening and the food was fine. Nothing amazing but did the job.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Millermicm |
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This is one of our favourite sites. Easy access off the main road through the farm to a large level site over 4 fields. The site is in an excellent location right next to historic Corfe Castle. A good centre to explore all of Purbeck's many attractions.
Good walking from the site and the purbeck steam railway stops within an easy walk.
The site offers good sized grass pitches. Most pitches have electric available but one field is dedicated to non electric users.
There is a shop on site offering basic groceries, camping supplies and pet shop. A plant & garden supplies area is also on site.
There is an interesting variety of animals to view on the farm including a pet area. Interesting farming antiquities also abound.
2 good modern toilet blocks are provided. These are very well serviced. Also one of the very few (only?) site to provide a dog shower area.
Dogs are welcome and not charged.
The rule that dogs should be on a lead is a rule that needs to be enforced. Probably half the dogs we saw were allowed to walk off the lead. Sometimes alone. Not everyone likes dogs and no one likes dog pooh.
Further improvements to the site have been made since we last visited last autumn and subject to my gripe about dogs this appears to be a well run and welcoming site. We will visit again.
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| Date of Visit: July 2011 |
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| Nights stayed: 2 |
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| Reviewer: Bob61 |
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I have just returned from a two night stay at Norden Farm. I had not intended staying at this site but after being disappointed with the state of the pitches at another nearby campsite I decided to look for somewhere else and ended up here. I was not disappointed with the pitches at this site. They were all well maintained and grassy.
The site is divided into several different fields and on booking in it was suggested I might like the 'Donkey Field' where all the pitches are electric.
It turned out that perhaps that was not the best choice for me since the pitches were rather close together and (not the fault of the site) there were some noisy campers in that field, in particular a child which screamed for hours on end and until after midnight on the first night and a person who thought the rest of the site would like to hear his choice of music.
This field is also right next to the farm buildings housing cockerels, geese, turkeys, peacocks and other loud voiced animals all of which joined in with the dawn chorus at first light, which at this time of year was very early.
Add this to the hum of traffic on the nearby main road (which was probably due to the direction of the wind) and this turned out to be one of the noisiest camping trips I have been on.
If I were to return I would probably use the main field which is somewhat further away from the farm buildings and more open, but if electricity is not required and a peaceful night is, I would suggest the top field which looked very spacious and quiet.
Despite the noise this was a very nice site on the whole. The staff were friendly and helpful and the facilities were second to none. They had a rather unusual set up in that the toilets were in a separate room to the showers and wash basins which meant one had to go back outside after using the loos and in through another door to have a wash or shower but this was not a huge problem. They were certainly kept very clean and tidy.
This is a nice site for small children with lots of animals to see and a small play area. I didn't see anywhere for ball games but there may well be somewhere. There is a small takeaway on site which is not always open and I wasn't too impressed with the chicken and chips but the shop has pretty well everything one could need both in food and camping gear.
There is a pleasant and easy off-road 20 minute walk into Corfe Castle which is a lovely village with shops, a post office, model village and pubs. Norden has a train station for the Swanage Steam Railway, as does Corfe Castle and at the time of my visit the adult return fare to Swanage was £10. 50.
This is a very nice area and I have always liked Swanage and the Purbecks. I would certainly use the site again but may invest in some earplugs.
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| Reviewer: Metadimension |
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What a fantastic site! Clean shower / toilet block with plenty of hot water. We never had to queue no matter what time of day we went.
They also have a great family bathroom, ideal for coping with 'wash time' for 3 children under seven years old. Washing up facilities very good as is the on site shop and not too expensive.
Nearest supermarket 4 miles away in Wareham. Playground is small but more than adequate and having the animals on site was great for the children.
The staff were very friendly and helpful. And all this in a ideal situation to discover this part of Dorset!
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| Date of Visit: June 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Juliejulie |
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We had a lovely two night stay at Norden Farm. The campsite is charming but with modern, clean facilities. The playground is a great and is overlooked by the washing up facilities which is handy.
There is a family bathroom but I wonder if demand for this would be high in peak season-nice addition though. The toilets and showers are nice and clean, we were on the top field and the shower block there does not have a bench in the cubicle (just a minor thing but I like somewhere to put my stuff down as the floor is of course wet).
The showers by the playground did have a pull down bench. There was a take away if you were hungry but didn't want to cook. The camp shop was nice and handy and sold fresh eggs.
You are free to wander around the farm (permitted area's only) which my kids loved. Lots of different animals roaming around. Nearby is Corfe Castle which you can walk to (approx 20 minutes and off road which was nice).
Swanage and Wareham are a short drive away. We didn't visit and pubs or restaurants but both were close by.
We were pitched in the non-electric field and had wonderful views of the countryside.
I would recommend this campsite if you want to get away from it all and get back to nature.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: JoandBeth |
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What a fantastic friendly site where all staff are helpful and polite. Situated in a beautiful location, with stunning views and surroundings, the site is definitely one to visit again. Suitably equipped and clean with varying types of pitches to cater for every type of camper.
The on-site B&B and gardens were lovely and the farm animals appealed to everyone, on many occasions! (Sad to think that someone had mistakenly taken a guinea pig - we hope he was returned).
Great routes for cycling and walking and close to main towns if needed.
Highly recommended and we will no doubt return.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Dazzer243 |
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The site is part of a working farm but don't let that put you off as you wouldn't really notice most of the time. There are 3 fields to camp in, the top field was the only field without electric hookup. The shower block was cleaned on a regular basis and there was a good number of cubicles so you didn't have to wait for a shower. The on site shop was packed with all the essentials and more. The steam railway is a 10 minute walk from the site and is worth a go into Swanage. Corfe village is about a 20 min walk and is very pretty, make sure you pay it a visit. All in all well worth a trip. We don't have kids so didn't score it on the child friendliness.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Matt+Jane |
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What a great site! We have just returned from a lovely long weekend at Norden Farm. It was our first visit and I must say it was one of the best we have stayed on, and what a bargain too! We used the Daily
Mirror 'camp for 95p vouchers and got three nights with electric and both our young girls for £23.
The site it's self is well spaced with enclosed fields and the farm yard animals were a hit with the girls. There were some lovely walks straight off the site to take our dog out for a run and the facilities were excellent and always clean.
Over all a fantastic child & dog friendly site. I would definitely recommend it.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Twirlybev |
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Just returned from another week at Norden and as always leave totally refreshed and saying it is my favourite campsite ever.
Site itself is as stated on a working farm, you may find anything from peacocks to ponies wandering around free range at times, you may also come across day old lambs, posturing turkeys or new born goats.
Pitches are really spacious and flexible, the shower block in the main field is amongst the best I have come across with unlimited time and constant heat and pressure if you choose the right cubicle.
The shop sells all you can need at fair prices, even chickens and has the bonus of a garden centre. Playground is small and enclosed . The site directly links to cycle ways, walking routes and a steam train link to Swanage, plus buses but no traffic or road noise.
Check the RSPB nature reserve nearby at Arne, the sand dunes At Studland or venture further towards Ringwood (45 mins drive) to Linford and take paddling gear, kids dogs and a picnic.
Visit Reeves bakery in Ringwood for the best foccacia and apple cake ever. As with all sites you get more room and relaxation if you avoid peak times and can visit mid week or out of school holidays
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: MatildaandTaz |
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We camped here on a very busy and windy bank holiday weekend, we arrived on a Thursday so had a a huge field to ourselves but it really did fill up!
Good atmosphere as lots of groups but difficult to see kids in amongst all the tents. Farm animals galore which was great.
Facilities were really good and the shop stocked loads of stuff so not a problem if you forget anything (water container for the 3rd time!).
Play area was away from the field and near to farm machinery so one of us always went with the children, we have to stay by our tent to as we have dogs.
You can walk to Corfe and also get the steam train to Swanage which was great. The Purbeck Way runs along side so good walks all round.
A lovely site but it did get very busy and seemed that there were many more than the 92 pitches stated.
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| Date of Visit: May 2011 |
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| Reviewer: Harryvegas |
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I will try to start with the positives, which to be honest is only the site's location. 20 minutes walk to the lovely village of Corfe Castle. Nice pubs, beautiful buildings and a wonderful castle ruin.
The site is self reminded me of a refugee camp. Tiny pitches, very, very close together, basic facilities and oh my god, the smell. You really know this is a working farm.
This fishing lake (pond) was so green, I expected a creature from a horror movie to climb out. Also very close to a busy main road. We won't be back.
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