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For my first camping trip in over two years, I chose to return to Birchwood Tourist Park which is my favourite site, and it did not disappoint.
Opened with strict Covid-19 compliance procedures in place, although they were allowed to open the toilets and washing up facilities etc. (no showers, and they only found this out a few days before they re-opened on 12 April 2021) the site was quite busy, mostly with units with their own onboard facilities. I saw only one tent during my stay.
I stayed on an all service pitch with my campervan with her own facilities, and thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
The staff were very helpful and the site well-kept as per usual. I was able to borrow a TV cable as mine was too short. Although it did not fit my van's TV port, I was given the advice and permission to change the connection to fit my own (I changed it back before I returned it).
I did not use the site facilities except for one of the two chemical toilet disposal points which was nicely kept clean by all who used it.
The site has a direct access to Wareham Forest, and my dog loved the walks around the site and the forest itself.
All in all, a very nice first trip in over two years at my favourite site.
This campsite was fantastic. Very friendly and helpful staff. Managed to get our pitches together, no problem whatsoever. Showers and toilets very clean.
Childrens play area and sandpit was a big hit with our children.
Just got home from one night camping at Birchwood tourist park Wareham. We only booked to clean our tent as our son used it for a week with his mates. So glad we did, it was disgusting and Birchwood touring park was fantastic. Wish we had booked longer.
Spotless showers and toilets. Social distancing and polite courteous campers.
Clean washing up fascliities. Water and electric very close to tent.
Playgrounds and paddling pool for the children. Even though we were just the 2 of us, we did love seeing the kids playing enjoying outdoor freedom.
Best bit was the forest walk in the evening. Slept like a baby. Definitely going again. via mobile
Just spent a hot sunny bank holiday at Birchwood. We were lucky to secure a booking as it was very last minute but managed to get a pitch with EHU.
Checking in was easy and we were shown to our pitch by one of the site rangers. The site itself was perfect for our family with the park and paddling pool.
The bathroom facilities were cleaned daily to a high standard with the only downside being that there were issues with hot water on one of the days but there was plenty of hot water on the others.
We were pitched right next to the toilet block and swings which was great in that we could keep an eye on our children from our tent whilst they played but was obviously very hectic and noisy with all the children running around.
We would definitely return to this site as it is a great base for all there is to do in the area. via mobile
Lovely peaceful site. Well looked after and really friendly and helpful staff. Everything you need in the site shop. Will definitely return to this beautiful site.
Booking is easy either on line or by phone and they are very patient when taking calls from people who are unsure of their requirements.
Lots of different types of pitches so chat to the team and they will explain them all.
Stayed at the site early in the New Year as wanted to walk around Wareham Forest. The site is ideally situated for this as it has a couple of entry points to the forest tracks.
There seems to be an unnecessary array of different pitch types (5 or 6), so when asking for a hardstanding pitch with EHU, we ended up being put on a fully serviced pitched in amongst a mass of long stay caravans.
After setting up and venturing around the site, we realised we should have asked for a gravel pitch (a different type of hardstanding for them, but one we weren't offered) and we could have had a nice pitch away with forest views and a bit of seclusion. The ground seemed to drain very well and after a spell of persistent hard rain, it soon drained to be firm under foot on the grassy areas.
The facilities were dated, but were cleaned daily. The shop on site was stocked with the essentials, it was a tad over priced, but that's what you pay for convenience I guess. A little disappointing that the Wi-Fi is charged, it just seems another little extra that sites will empty your wallet for.
This is a handy site if you want to spend a day or two exploring the forest, but probably won't be rushing back to visit again.
We visited this site for one night early in January. The receptionist was very friendly and helpful but we were surprised by the cost for one night on a gravel pitch with electric hook up, it turned out that she has put us on a fully serviced pitch which we didn't really need, however a misunderstanding on both parts so we were happy to stay there but would know to be a bit more specific in the future. The reception also has a very well stocked shop even in low season, great for people like me who tend to be a little forgetful!
This is a large site and was busy following the festive period however there is easy walking off of the site so easy to get away from other campers if you prefer a bit of quiet.
The toilets were a bit dated and whilst cleaners were on site and visibly doing their jobs, the toilets did seem a bit tired like they could do with a deep clean or refurbishment. The site was well set up for families with a play park and seasonal games room. It is also a dog friendly site, perfect for us as we have two dogs and were able to walk them from the site and onto the Sika Trail in Wareham Forest.
I probably wouldn't come here in high season as I imagine it will get very busy but would have no issues coming back for an overnight stop.
Very good location for exploring the area, including the Dorset coast. It's a large, open site with little in the way of landscaping, but the pitches are well-spaced and flat. There's a small shop with food essentials and other items.
The wardens are particularly welcoming. When we stayed, there was one toilet block open for the Winter season, and facilities were adequate - clean but in need of refurb.
The showers had curtains not lockable doors, with a chair outside each cubicle. Not private enough for me so I showered in the van.
Would go again but would probably try the Caravan Club site down the road first.
A great site for a Christmas getaway at short notice. After a quick phone call we were booked in. We had a fully serviced pitch that was dead level, and had a couple of waste options so you didn’t need a long pipe. We unhitched the car, rolled it forward two inches and didn’t move it until we rolled the van forward to hitch back up to leave!
The facilities are as all other reviews, dated, but always clean, but we tend to use our on board facilities, so we didn’t really use these.
The shop had everything you could ever need and quite a few spares to do those little jobs on the caravan. But it also had everything you might ever need to feed yourself, even at this time of year.
The forest was easy to get into via a few different parts of the site, and loads of walks from here. This is a fantastic place to take the bikes as there are many trails around the forest with proper hard gravel tracks (not mud). Lots of deer to see running around, even on-site, so do keep your dog close if they are likely to give chase.
I must state that the nearby pub, The Silent Woman, which you can get to without going on the road must be avoided. We planned on getting some lunch having found it on the map, but they have a no kids policy and they wouldn’t even let us in the door with the kids. Based on their attitude we would never go there even without the kids.
Wi-Fi, a bit costly, but not an obscene price like some sites, but it had a good strong signal, although only limited speed, so don’t expect to stream tv/video when it’s busy. They can’t get fibre here yet!
You may want to view pitches before you commit as there seemed quite a lot of choice on location and either gravel, paved or even grass was in use.
We may go again for some cycling, but they wouldn’t let us fly a model glider despite there being a fantastic large playing field (I think they have had some issues with uninsured ‘toy drones’) so we will probably go elsewhere.
My visit to Birchwood Tourist Park was over the Whitsun Bank Holiday weekend with my Son and a party using three other tents.
Booking process for me was not quite so straight forward as I wanted to set up a night before our stay, I had a trailer and wanted to be near the three other tents in our party. Ours was a large tent and I required electric hook-up and asked for the late pack down option. I managed some of it online though gave them a call to fill in the bits I couldn’t do. The lady I spoke to was not fazed by my requests, was friendly, polite and very helpful throughout. I had an email confirmation after paying the deposit.
I checked in on my own on the Thursday afternoon to set up the main tent (Outwell Montana). The ladies in the reception/shop were very welcoming and competent coping with the telephone, new arrivals, radio messages and shop customers with calm ease. After paying for the break (good value!) I was escorted to my pitch and shown the boundaries and location of the facilities.
The site is huge located a few miles from Wareham on the edge of the forest. Birchwood has a one-way tarmacadam drive with a speed limit circling the site. There are two facilities blocks housing toilets, showers, wash-up and waste disposal. There are bin areas around the site including recycle points. The site is mostly grass however there are hard standing plots with most near the reception where caravans and motor homes are placed. There is a large field in the centre of the site used for tent pitches and large areas on the outside of the drive. There is a storage area for caravans and motor homes for rent throughout the year. Near the entrance there is a playing area for ball games with some goals and nets set up for tennis and volleyball etc.
The facilities blocks were regularly well maintained with a period in the afternoon when they are each closed off at different times for proper cleaning. I tend to be an early riser and didn’t have to queue for a morning shower. My Son however had on occasions to wait. Mops were available to wipe the floor after your use for consideration of the next person. Toilet rolls and soap were always available for public use and the hand dryers worked well. The only time I had any issues with the temperature of water was in the evenings washing up. I had to queue a couple of times for the washing-up.
The shop is like a ‘Tardis’ full of everything you could want when away from home. Stock included fresh bread/rolls, bacon/eggs etc. , typical groceries, ice-creams, wine/beers, gas bottles, camping and caravanning accessories, toys and so much more. Amazing little place!
Wardens are around the site throughout the day and patrol regularly during night. Our party were asked very politely if we could be a little quieter. It was 10:45 pm and not an unreasonable request. We were told that we were not particularly loud, just that as the place was so quiet, our talking voices could be heard the other side of the site. And yes, the site is quiet. Children during the day typically cycle around the drive and wildlife is there for the spotting if you have the desire and patience to look for it. I saw a large bird of prey (no idea what it was!) a deer and a fox and I wasn’t looking for them. Being on the edge of the Wareham forest is great for walks and light pollution is negligible for star gazers (can’t guarantee the weather for this!). Poole is a few miles away and other attractions in Dorset are not too far away.
I loved this site. I loved the super cool staff, the big open spaces, the play area, the shop and I judge a place by the quality of ‘the facilities’. I cannot find a fault and the value for money over a Bank Holiday was pretty good too. Will I come again? You bet!
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Is Birchwood Tourist Park child friendly? YES, it accepts children & has a playground View all facilities
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
No Statics for Hire 
No Statics for Sale 
Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
Rallies Welcome 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
No Baby Changing 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar <5 miles 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway <5 miles 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
No Evening Ents 
Fishing <5 miles 
No Wild Swimming 
Indoor Pool <5 miles 
No Outdoor Pool 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
Golf <5 miles 
No Tennis 
Beach <10 miles 
Watersports <10 miles 
Boat Launch / Mooring <10 miles 
No Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
Open All Year 
No Waterside Pitches 
Public Transport <5 miles
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
Electric Car Charging Point
For my first camping trip in over two years, I chose to return to Birchwood Tourist Park which is my favourite site, and it did not disappoint. 
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