# Bourne Mill, Colchester — Reviews & Visitor Info

> This historic landmark on Bourne Road welcomes families for picnics with parking and toilets provided, though accessibility is limited and there are no baby changing facilities or dining options available.

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Campground 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# Bourne Mill

Bourne Road

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13617420299001648305&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [sarah Clark](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112017343522388379469)

**In short:** Bourne Mill is a campsite in Colchester, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 46 Google reviews, with dogs welcome.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Bourne Mill

This historic landmark on Bourne Road welcomes families for picnics with parking and toilets provided, though accessibility is limited and there are no baby changing facilities or dining options available.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## What visitors say

[Ali slack](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109681741732364556692/reviews) ★★★★★

Lovely and quiet during the evening although you hear occassional traffic during the day. It's situated right behind a lovely garden nursery so I did splash out on some good value echinaceas. The site is split into separate areas for a) static caravans and b) tents & campervans etc. Quite popular with Europeans as it's not far from Harwich. Very clean, tidy, hot showers and you can park/pitch anywhere (there are no pitch markers). Excellent wildlife - rabbits, foxes, owls and possibly the most butterflies I've ever seen in one place. Also within walking distance of Beth Chatto gardens for those interested in gardening.

· via Google

[Martyn Davis](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102296320245739343559/reviews) ★★★★★

I have used this camp site for around 18 years .Above anything it is a lovely friendly site .The facilities are clean and functional .There are woods and a lake to walk around which we always find relaxing .If you are looking for a quiet reasonably priced site then this is the one .

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[cathy wright](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105053016938608195920/reviews) ★★★★★

Beautiful surroundings and very reasonably priced. Basic but sufficient amenities. If you're looking for somewhere peaceful to base yourself to take in the Essex/Suffolk counrtyside this spot is perfect.

· via Google

[Pete Beavan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108874090603186173237/reviews) ★★★★★

Nice campsite. Clean showers and toilets. Lovely walks around the wood and small lake.

· via Google

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## At a glance

**Address** 101 Bourne Road, Colchester, CO2 8RT [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.8770431%2C0.9123714)

**Category** Landmarks & Monuments

**Guest rating** 4.3 / 5 (46 reviews)

**Suitable for** Ages 4+

**Setting** Indoor & outdoor

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Colchester

[More attractions in Colchester](https://staycation.co.uk/colchester/attractions)

★ 4.3 (46 reviews)

[Visit official website](http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bourne-mill/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01206 549799](tel:01206549799)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Colchester

**Postcode** CO2 8RT

**Plus Code** 9F33V2J8+6C

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## Quick answers

### Is Bourne Mill any good?

Bourne Mill is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 46 Google reviews.

### Is Bourne Mill dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Bourne Mill.

### Is Bourne Mill indoors or outdoors?

Bourne Mill has both indoor and outdoor areas.

### What ages is Bourne Mill suitable for?

Bourne Mill is best for ages 4+.

### How do I contact Bourne Mill?

Call Bourne Mill on +44 1206 250485.

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