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There are 2 areas to pitch tents, the woodland which is plagued by squalling crows, and a small open grassed area that slopes this way and that way. The toilet and shower facilities near the tent pitches were cleanish but in one block the shower area did flood even after repair work was done.
The toilets behind the shops were not up to standard. The bins needed to be emptied more frequently. Customer service was average to good. Despite these disappointments we will be returning as the beach was amazing. The most beautiful place I have seen in a very long time. Yes it's a bit of a steep walk but so worth it.
The sea was clean - you can see your feet, snorkelling is so rewarding here. No sand but the pebbles were very small as you get onto the beach, they do increase in size as you walk along though, little seaweed. Being a bay it was calm however the beach dips sharply once in the sea so take care with young children.
A lot of coach loads at the weekend making the decent and ascent a little concerning given the volume of traffic, but week days weren't quite so busy. Plenty to do in this area to keep kids happy.
Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove are beautiful. The beaches have a few more pebbles than you would like, but the sea is a lovely blue and this location is as close to perfect as anywhere I have seen on Britain’s coastline. The campsite is at the side of the only narrow road that leads to the car park at the top of the cliffs above St Oswald’s Bay and this is the cause of the majority of the problems that the site faces.
We had a pitch with a hook-up and, from the main road, you have to drive down through the reception area, where the shop and bar are, along the road to the car park and then turn back on yourself and enter the hook-up pitches via a barrier that has a PIN code. This is fine and the pitches are of a good size and are fenced and hedged to provide some privacy.
To exit the hook-up area the track re-joins the entry road at the reception area, again by a barrier. The barriers prevent unauthorised vehicle access, but we found that lots and lots of people park on the main road outside and then walk down to the sea along the road and then, understandably, choose to walk through the campsite rather than down the busy narrow road.
There is also a coach drop-off point prior to reception where loads more pedestrians are constantly deposited to find their way to the sea. This leaves you with the feeling that you are in a refugee camp as crowds of pedestrians traipse through the site, asking where the toilets are and this also raises concern over the security of your possessions, although nothing of ours was taken.
The hook-up area backs on to the wooded camping area and the no music/noise after 10pm site rule was neither adhered to nor enforced by site management. The ‘holiday home’ (static caravan) area of the site is behind reception and looked fine as it was away from the melé.
There was, we were told when checking in, a PIN lock on the toilet block door, but this had been damaged and removed and so there was no access control at all.
The toilet block was closed for an hour and a half twice a day at what we felt were peak times and the resultant level of cleanliness was not what you would expect for 90 minutes effort; perhaps they couldn’t keep up with the demands of the ‘visitors’ to the site as well as the paying guests!?
The washing up facility was fine with lots of hot water, the showers are push-button, but no coins are necessary as at some other sites. There were new doors and a new PIN lock installed on the toilet block during our stay, which necessitated a 4 hour closure of the facility, but this was not left operational and the door could still be opened by all and sundry.
The site shop is well-stocked and you pay an expected small premium for this local facility. The drink prices in the bar were good, but the bar food was a little pricey for what was essentially microwave cuisine.
If I was managing the site I would have to address the huge non-resident pedestrian traffic, and also revise the toilet-block cleaning regime to better suit the needs of camping guests.
Overall, disappointing considering how expensive the pitch was. The location is excellent, but I would have preferred to have stayed elsewhere and visited Durdle Door from a more relaxing and properly managed base.
* The location is second to none. You are a few minutes walk from Durdledoor and the beach, with Lulworth cove a half hour walk away. Absolutely could not ask for more.
* The facilities are good with the caveat below. Shop is very good and fairly priced. The pub does good beer and restaurant serves decent enough food.
* Price per night was reasonable.
Reasons to not camp here:
* The public footpath to Durdledoor runs straight through the camping area. Prepare for coach loads of noisy tourists trapsing within feet of your tent at frequent and irregular intervals.
* These tourists will also stop off to use the ablution facilities meaning the frequently have to be closed entirely for additional cleaning. Not fun if you have been drinking a few beers and need to go.
* The wooded area is infested with crows which means constant squabbling and screaching, starting from about 6am, and everything gets covered in crow poo.
Frankly, a superb camp site let down by the fact that a public thoroughfare runs right through it.
€25 for a two man tent with myself and girlfriend seemed extortionate but it was getting late and we needed somewhere to stay!
This is not really a tenters site. The two camping areas are small. One in a tiny strip of trees and one on a small grass area with static caravans on four sides. We chose the latter as the tree area was full of rooks and we didn't fancy their noise. The field sloped about 10 degrees and was exposed to the wind blowing down of the neibouring hills.
We opted to eat in the club house as the shop only stocked basic lines. First impression was good, nice clean bar, tastefully decorated with good range of drinks. Large menu. We ordered two lasagna with salad and garlic bread at 8. 95 each. They arrived five mins later straight from the microwave. Salad was just a handful of leaves with some balsamic, garlic bread- two slices of the cheap frozen stuff they serve in kebab shops. Lasagna was a four inch square, with no bechamel, just cheep 50/50 mozzarella/cheddar mix scattered over. Microwaved to death, tasteless and dry.
Facilities were adequate with hot showers but seemed an afterthought in terms of position.
We went to bed at ten pm and from ten thirty till around one were treated to the sound of a war zone when the mid tank range opened up for some night time firing practice. This lasted about three hours.
The location right above durdle door is fantastic but this campsite was just not for us. We relocated to a great place near corfe castle but I'm keeping that one a secret in case it gets too busy!
Stayed here for three nights and enjoyed ourselves. Thought the site was clean, although the shower/toilet block was muddy first thing in the morning even though mop was left for users to clean up after themselves! The shop was well stocked and reception staff very helpful. Our grass pitch was described as a flat pitch, however although some of the pitches were flat, ours wasn't which was disappointing. The pitch itself was very big with hedges on three sides, plenty of space for the caravan, awning and car. Although it was very busy, it was quiet at night. There is a good play area for children. Good dog walking area with lovely views of the sea and stars at night (take a torch!). Like other reviewers, groups of foreign children walking through wasn't a welcome sight (there is a hostel nearby). Although wifi is available, it was a bit 'hit and miss' and no mobile phone reception unless you walked up the hill. However, the scenery is superb, very beautiful. A must is the walk to Lulworth Cove, dogs are welcome in the local pub and shops. Would recommend this site.
Set in 15 acres of breathtaking countryside,right next door to the Jurassic Coast in Dorset, this site offers stunning views of the Chesil Bank, Fleet Lagoon, and Lyme Bay. Welcoming tents, motorhomes and caravans, this family friendly site offers spacious grass pitches with or without electric. For kids there's an outdoor heated swimming pool, 3 acre playing area including slides, swings and more.
Facilities include toilets, showers, washing up, launderette, and WifI. There is an onsite shop and off-licence. The Bar in the Barn at the site serves a delicious food and offers a variety of entertainment, including live music. As well as the attractions of Weymouth's beach and harbour, this is a great base to explore family attractions throughout South and West Dorset. Find out more here
Just returned from a short trip to the coast having stayed one night at this site. The main purpose of my post is to ensure readers that I found the facilities fine. A recent reviewer said they were in need of updating, well, the public facilities looked all OK to us. The toilet/shower block certainly comes up to scratch. It isn't brand new but has clearly been fairly recently built or refurbished. Nice, clean, modern and well heated block, plenty of hot water too. What more could you want?
We didn't use the cafe but it seems pretty good. The shop is well stocked.
Thought I should say something as that less than complementary review almost made us choose another campsite.
Been a few times over years and each time the site is getting busier. Now there's log cabins in filling spare spaces. The facilities seem the same and could do with a complete overhaul, still good but now looking tired compared to other priced sites. Lulworth estate have set themselves up as a premium campsite, sadly they need to do some updating. The location is stunning but the constant trail of summer language school students through the site isn't particularly tranquil. The location makes it worth a visit but it is pricey and needs attention. Interestingly it's amazing how many smokers leave smouldering bUtt ends outside the toilet block which is in the middle of the central wooded glade, it only takes one lighted end to set the trees and dry undergrowth alight.
What an idyllic place to camp. Myself and my 10 year old son camped here with friends over a weekend. Glorious weather which always helps.
Reception staff were really friendly and helpful. Pitch was huge for our 3 man tent and surrounded by a little fence on 3 sides. Most of the camping is under trees which is ideal for shade in the hot weather. Good sized toilet/shower/washing up block. Hot free showers. Shop for the necessities and a bar/restaurant (which we didn't use so can't comment on).
Location was perfect. Ten minute walk to the beaches - breathtaking. 15/20 minute walk to Lulworth cove - gorgeous. We also walked west on the coastal path which was stunning but very up and down steep paths.
I have 3 moans to make, none of which I hasten to add are a fault of the owners
1) Crows/rooks dawn chorus is a squawking affair. I love nature and listening to birds but these birds nesting in the trees above the tents were not pleasant to listen to.
2) Due to the very hot weather the ground was rock hard so bent a lot of tent pegs.
3) The most annoying thing was other campers leaving the toilet/ shower facilities in such a mess. Its not difficult to tidy up after yourself. I'm sure they don't treat their homes like this. The facilities were cleaned thoroughly once a day at lunch time after which were spotless.
Moans over. In all a fantastic place to camp though a little pricey. Great for being close to the beaches and the breathtaking coastline. Definitely visit again.
This is a big site. We visited just before the schools broke up and there were still lots of foreign children around. We chose a premier pitch. It was a bit utilitarian but had to be for a site this size. There is a shop on site and bar with restaurant. We used them both. Food at the bar was good value and tasty. Everyone was very friendly. We walked to Lulworth Cove. Beautiful/ stunning scenery. We could have been in the MED. Good location for this lovely coastline.
First visit to the campsite, reception staff very friendly and helpful. We had a premium pitch which had excellent space even with an awning and two cars. Family joined us for five days at no extra cost and the grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed the well maintained play area which had plenty to keep them amused. Shower and toilet blocks were very clean as was the whole site. The walks and views were amazing, Lulworth cove is worth the walk and surrounding areas had plenty to offer with nice friendly pubs. Plenty of attractions in Weymouth and the tank museum is well worth a visit. Would recommend this site and will certainly be returning.
A very happy and relaxed Ron & Jane Bosworth.
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Dogs Welcome 
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Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
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Baby Changing Facilities 
Laundry On Site 
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Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
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Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
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Fishing <1 mile 
Wild Swimming <1 mile 
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Outdoor Pool <5 miles 
Horse Riding <5 miles 
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Beach <1 mile 
Watersports <5 miles 
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Coastside Pitches 
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There are 2 areas to pitch tents, the woodland which is plagued by squalling crows, and a small open grassed area that slopes this way and that way. The toilet and shower facilities near the tent pitches were cleanish but in one block the shower area did flood even after repair work was done. 
