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South Lytchett Manor Caravan And Camping Park
Dorchester Road
Lytchett Minster
Poole
Dorset (Browse area)
BH16 6JB
Tel: 01202 622 577
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Open: 01/03/2026 to 02/01/2027
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
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 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
 Motorbikers Welcome |
| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
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 Disabled Friendly |
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 No Battery Charging |
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 No Kitchen Facilities |
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| Activities |
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 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing <5 miles |
 Wild Swimming <5 miles |
 Indoor Pool <1 mile |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 Horse Riding <5 miles |
 Cycle Hire On Site |
 Golf <5 miles |
 Tennis <1 mile |
 Beach <5 miles |
 Watersports <5 miles |
 Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles |
| Other Features |
 No Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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| Date of Visit: September 2009 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Sumps53 |
37 reviews from this member |
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 I agree that check in was swift and friendly, that the toilet facilities were clean, that the staff were friendly and helpful, that it was nice to have a TV signal booster (much-needed). The Courtyard restaurant was handy and good as was the nearby St Peter's pub. There was a really excellent fish and chip shop in Upton - less than 5 mins in car. Supermarkets all (ASDA, Sainsbury's and Tesco)easy to find plus plenty of convenience stores. The on-site shop, open from 8 till 10.00 each day was very handy and well stocked and priced.
But having said all that - I found it all a bit soulless and cramped. It was basically a straight line of caravans, one on top of another, with tents in adjacent fields. There was no attempt at making your space feel a bit private. Whilst I agree that the addition of little hedges would result in a decrease in the number of vans that could be piled onto the sire, it would make it much more pleasant.
The site was very quiet at night, despite being near a main road. Sadly we were parked next to some early risers who were inconsiderate enough to bang car doors and chat at normal volume from about 6.30. And these were older people, from whom you might expect a little more consideration. They would probably have been the 1st to complain about noise at night!
I would go there again but I'm not sure I would recommend it to friends. It's good - but not that good. And a shade over-priced in my opinion.
Oh - and access is very tight. While we were there one caravanner grazed his van on the way in. It needs care - and is nothing to put you off going! 
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Laura.M |
4 reviews from this member |
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Booked in advance for end of August Bank Hol weekend going on the rave reviews on this site.
Good and clean, showers hot and plentiful -w ith NO queuing although the site was full. It didn't feel full all weekend.
Weather was rubbish (typical Band Holiday I guess!) but the cheerful staff made up for it.
The site is really clean and nicely laid out. Deer wandering around in the field behind our tent was really exciting for the children.
In a really central location, Wareham is really pretty and so is Lytchett Monster.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Dpiggott |
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What a fantastic site and holiday from start to finish. The site staff are friendly and welcoming from the minute you pull onto the site to the minute you leave. Facilities are spotless and cannot be faulted. The surrounding area is wonderful so much to see and do and the Bournemouth Air Festival is a must. Be aware that you need to leave early on a morning if you intend to go to local Beaches in particular Sandbanks as there is limited parking facilities however Swanage Beach is a perfect alternative for young families. My daughter of 5 had so much freedom playing with her friends however this was due to us being in the bottom field that had caravans and tents on with electric, if we had been on the main driveway I wouldn't have allowed this due to the passing cars on the site.
Would I go again? Yes.
Do I think its worth the money? Yes if you want a quiet site that is close to all attractions but don't want the hassle of noisy people and want like minded people.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: TopCatz |
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We visited South Lytchett with two tents, no hookup and were pitched at the edge of the field, overlooking a private field which was excellent. The experience with everyone who works at the site has been pleasant from the first phone call to the end, with everyone being really friendly and helpful.
The facilities were clean and interesting, as promised, with piped music and better decoration than most sites. At the height of season, with a fully booked site there are always going to be queues at peak periods for the showers and washing up, so it doesn't make commercial sense to add more, but it would be nice -(:0)
Being close to Poole, a lot is available but because we've been spoiled by Ashurst it seemed more hard work to keep 4 kids amused each day. The play facilities on site aren't up to much.
The shop is excellent and not overpriced. Unfortunately, we didn't get a chance to try the cafe or take up the special offer of a free bottle of wine at the local pub.
Overall, a very pleasant visit.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Green Pesto |
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I must admit that the first impression of the site was that it looked scruffier than the web site had made it look!
After settling in however, the place grew on me.
The problem is that there is a lot of road noise as the tent field is next to the main road & also with-in a few hundred metres from the dual-carriageway running under the road bridge. This could be improved if the owners could build a turf mound/wall along the length of the field to dampen the sound.
Unfortunately, there are a few local 'brain dead' lads that occasionally race along the road 'beeping' their car horns late evening, clearly to annoy the campers!
The owners did try putting us next to the road at first, but we negotiated a pitch in the centre of the field which was much better!
Apart from that, the freezer for the 'freezer blocks' was a mess. The owners could do with sorting this out.
Most people used Tesco bags so they all looked the same. Hundreds of 'ice blocks' (mostly unfrozen & rarely did freeze at all!) filled the units.
Several of ours went 'walkabout'!
I found a 'shaving light' didn't work in the block nearest the office the entire time we were there.
The large middle wash block never seemed to have hot water to wash your hands.
Queueing for the toilet, showers or wash rooms & dish-washing sinks was common!
Considering the cost per night for a tent was around £28 in just a field with no EHU & that there was no pool or other main facility, the owners are maximising their profits (which you can't blame them for admittedly!) but there is room for expansion/improvement.
I know this all seems like a major moan from me. But bare with me a moment!
Overall, the site was FANTASTIC!. Well!, Fantastic by Dorset standards.
One of the few sites in the area where you don't have to be a Mountain Goat to pitch your tent!
We had one the best holidays for ages coming here!
The staff are friendly, the Site clean, everyone was relaxed & even the few very large groups were well behaved.
Everyone quietened down by 10 or 11pm.
Wildlife abounds!. Deer in the adjoining field, Buzzards flying around nearly all day, Rabbits along the fild edges & Moles (can't miss the Mole hills!), & large flocks of Jackdaws.
Owls 'hooting' all night long!
Can't stand the road noise,. But can put up with the animals screeching/barking all day & night!
Well stocked shop.
Cafe (which we didn't use) across a field.
Pub 10min walk (didn't use this time around!
There is a good 'chippy' not far from the site. Turn left at the main gate, over the dual-carriageway & it is 3/4 mile on the right.
Chinese take-away!
Good one (albeit looking scruffy from the outside!) along the Hamworthy Road. Again turn left, follow to the top of the road to the 'monkey puzzle' roundabout, turn right (3rd exit) follow the road almost to the lifting bridge at Poole & it is on the left - Lam's, 194 Hamworthy Road, Poole.
Great places to visit are - Studland Beach, Lulworth Cove & the walk over the hill to Durdle Door & Man o' War bays.
The walk from Corfe Castle to Swanage along the top of the hill (4 miles). Getting the bus or Steam Train back to Corfe!
Despite my negative earlier comments. We WOULD go back again!
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: 4Prendys |
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We have just arrived home from the beautiful South Lytchett where we have spent a very enjoyable 6 nights. The campsite is clean tidy and the owners/managers/staff could not have been more helpful if they tried. Our position was arguably the best on the site, we enjoyed good weather and good company. A good place to hang out all day at and a good location for Poole Swanage etc - tip if you want to get out to the beaches do it early, by mid morning routes and beaches are very crowded, mind you what else would you expect mid summer??? Our daughter loved it and enjoyed the play area where we could leave her knowing she was safe as there are staff always around. The shop sells just about everything and is very reasonably priced. Thank you to all for a great break away.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Wilsosd |
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Arrival: Speedy and efficient, dealt with with a smile and friendly greeting even though many of that days new arrivals arrived at same time due to delays on motorway and once checked in we were shown to our pitch.
Pitch: Under tree and with mains electric and hardstanding, nice touch was TV aerial socket on mains electric box
Site Facilities: Absolutely first rate, site was busy and toilet/shower facilities were always spotless though some of our party (the short younger one)had small gripe about height of shower head. Shop well stocked and as always slightly more expensive but for the convenience etc willing to pay that few pence extra.
Our only gripe about South Lytchett is the price at over £ 40.00 per night for 3 adults, 1 child, car, touring van and awning it is very expensive when compared to some of the other sites locally.
Couple of good pubs within easy walking distance and both served good food.
Poole is well worth a visit (though thought the Harbour tour and Brownsea island 'Ferry' was something of a well conceived deception pay circa £10 per adult for 1 hour cruise to Brownsea island and round Poole harbour then when you are underway they advise you its another £8.00 to actually get on to the island due to National Trust charging admission fee)
Fantastic beach at Sandbanks approx 20 minutes by car.
Nearest big supermarket is Tesco around 10 minutes by car.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: AIMEEBEN |
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Just returned from a fabulous week at south lytchett manor campsite, the toilets are spotless and the piped music is a nice touch.staff are very helpful, showing us to our pitch and were always polite.
The site was quite busy but there was never a queue for the toilets or showers.
Sandbanks beach is fantastic and the sea is so clear you could think you were in the med!
The only thing which we didn't enjoy and this is no fault of the site is the traffic jams, unless you left early for the beaches you could be stuck in traffic for at least an hour.
Thank you for a great holiday and we will be booking up for next year to visit all the places that we didn't get time to see this time.
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| Date of Visit: August 2009 |
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| Reviewer: GirlyGang |
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We have visited this site for our summer holidays over the past 2 years. Again this year we have been really impressed with the facilities and organisation. This is what all campsites should aim for! A little more expensive but well worth the few extra pounds.
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- Fabulous shower/amenities blocks. Regularly cleaned and presented to a high standard the shower blocks are modern, bright and a pleasure to use. Two professional hairdryers provided in shower block - even had flowers. Vanity cubicles also available - providing hand pump soap and cloths for cleaning!
- Well maintained grounds with good sized level pitches.
- Friendly and helpful staff. Staff are efficient at their jobs: knowledgable, quick to act on information and service with a smile.
- Despite size of site and obvious quick turnaround, check in was hassle free and staff occasionally wondered over to check that we were OK.
- Well stocked shop at reasonable prices open throughout the day and into the evening. Stock a range of quality local produce - farmhouse cheese is fab!
- Extensive grounds including nature trail and small children's playground.
- Plenty of local restaurants/takeaways within a short walk or drive. Large Asda/Tesco superstores are with a 10 minute drive.
- Ideal position for Poole and Bournemouth beaches.
Negatives - nothing that's worth a mention.
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Dustyboy |
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Just back from two weeks staying in the manor field , same pitch as last year on the corner opposite the toilet block. We take a Montana 6 & canopy which fits in with room to spare, this pitch has a bit of a slope but has good drainage. However I would not recommend the pitches opposite to tents without a sewn in ground sheet as in major down pours it sits on the surface and takes awhile to drain away (this is our experience ,but we have had some pretty big storms when we have stayed here)
The toilet block spotless (even if it has rained) the staff do leave out mops & cloths so you can wipe down after you( which every lady did and according to hubby the men to) and this is the only site I have seen that supplies dish drainers & washer up bowls (for the less prepared camper)and plenty of hot water ! If you didn't much feel like cooking in the morning there was a cafe in the courtyard site across the field behind pitch 19 through the 'kissing gate'(it opens a 8.30am for the school hols) we didn't eat there but on the last morning got a wonderful fresh coffee from a very lovely lady to take away .
This end of the site is quite quiet even though we are opposite the toilet block (our choice)
The staff are great , shop good ,fresh eggs ,bread & meats from local farmers
This is a good site for us as its not so full on , pub within walking distance ,there are loads of great beach's and if you are a national trust member the ones on the studland side are free I would recommend here for a very chilled out holiday
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Matthall |
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I found this to be an excellent campsite in many ways.
The service was friendly and efficient, the campsite workers always gave us a smile and a wave when they passed our tent. They took us to our pitch and gave us precise instructions as to where to place the tent.
The facilities were very clean and I enjoyed the music in the washrooms! The fresh flowers in the washrooms were a nice touch.
It is located near enough to Poole and many other attractions in East Dorset. We could reach Poole Quay in 10 mins and Sandbanks beach in 15 mins by car. Both of which I highly recommend.
There is a cafe and craft centre adjoining the site, we had breakfast there, it was very good and reasonably priced. The site has a shop which was well-stocked.
I would definitely return.
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| Date of Visit: May 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Abelle |
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Fab site. We stayed during may school holidays. The site was full, but not cramped, with the very stric pitching rules enforced. The weather was fab and the staff and other campers delightful. Our 2 children (7 and 4) had the best time and made lots of friends.
The facilities were excellent. Would have loved to extended our trip but the site was full.
Would most definitely returned.
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Haigh24.orangehome. |
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Just returned from a enjoyable weeks holiday at south lytchett manor. Encountered bad traffic jams on A31, apparently usual for this area.
Arrived at reception through impressive entrance.
Despite booking late and last minute change of arrival day, staff were very helpful and friendly as they were all week. Had level pitch which appeared to drain well even after repeated heavy rain. We found the shower blocks to be of a high standard and kept clean. As the site had vouchers for free bottle of wine with two meals at the local pub we gave it a try, nice meal but drinks pricey compared to home area pubs
Handy bus stop outside gates, ok for us bus pass holders but cost my daughter and her husband £10 return for short trip into Poole and back ,didn't do that again.Saver tickets may be better option. Plenty to see and do locally, missed fireworks display in Poole due to torrential rain. Pity about that.
Intend to return to this site ; put it on your to visit list
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: DavidRenshaw |
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Just returned from a wonderful week at South Lychett Manor. Site is ideally situated for discovering the local area and hosts fantastic modern and clean facilities. Best of all are the friendly staff who go out of their way to help and are always smiling (whatever the weather). Staff are very knowledgeable of local area and keen to help you enjoy your holiday. Well worth a visit and we will definitely be returning.
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| Date of Visit: July 2009 |
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| Reviewer: Tiggerntaz |
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We came last May and had a great time so decided to come for our main holiday this year - and we weren't disappointed. Everything was as good as we remembered it! I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending this site to anyone who will listen - I have and still do! The toilet facilities are the best we have ever seen - so clean and checked regularly. This is usually a very quiet campsite. However, we had nocturnal visits from large helicopters which seemed to hover over our tent! We used the shop more this time and were pleasantly surprised that the prices weren't at all prohibitive. The local produce is very nice too. The staff are very helpful and so knowledgeable about the locality, with plenty of tourist information in the games room. They have most information readily to hand, including written directions to the nearest Tesco store. I'm glad to see that Poole District Council have finally given the site recycling facilities too. All in all a great site and we will be back!
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