South Lytchett Manor Caravan and Camping Park
Dorchester Rd, Lytchett Minster, Poole BH16 6JB, UK
Award-winning parkland site three miles from Poole, with glamping and a bus stop outside
About South Lytchett Manor Caravan and Camping Park
South Lytchett Manor unfolds across twenty acres of parkland and woodland just three miles from Poole, offering a settled, family-run alternative to beachfront bustle. The site has built its reputation on exceptionally clean facilities—multiple national awards back up its AA five-star rating—making it a favourite among campers who value spotless toilet blocks and well-maintained grounds over pools or evening entertainment. A bus stop directly outside the entrance gives unusual car-free access into Poole, Bournemouth and the Jurassic Coast, which is genuinely practical for day trips without constant driving.
Pitches range from traditional grass and hardstanding spots for tents, caravans and motorhomes to an expanding glamping collection of yurts, shepherd's huts, camping pods, Romany caravans and bell tents. The parkland setting feels calmer and greener than coastal alternatives, with quiet lanes for walking and cycling, though some visitors note that certain areas can feel a little tired in places. Dogs are welcome throughout, and the whole site carries the well-looked-after atmosphere that comes with nearly two decades of ownership by the same family.
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Lodges & pods
- 3 x Shepherd's Hut (Pet Free)
- 4 x Shepherd's Hut (Pet Friendly)
- 6 x Glamping Pods (Pet friendly)
- 6 x Glamping Pods (Pet free)
- 8 x Star-gazing Yurt (Pet Friendly)
- 8 x Star-gazing Yurt (Pet Free)
- Nomadic Bell Tent
Hook-up
Facilities
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 202 takeaways deliver to this postcode (BH16 6JB)
Costa Coffee - Upton
5.0 · Coffee, Breakfast
Lakeside Fish & Chips
5.0 · Fish & Chips, British
Sainsbury's - Poole Town Local
5.0 · Groceries, Alcohol
Seaway Fish and Chips Shop
5.0 · Fish & Chips, British
MAKBURGA
5.0 · Peri Peri, Burgers
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Deliveroo — 76 restaurants nearby
McDonald's
Taco Bell
Five Guys - Burgers, Fries & Shakes
Nando's
Burger King
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Aldi, Upton under a mile
- Co-op 1 miles
- Lidl, Poole 1.6 miles
- Tesco, Poole 2.6 miles
- Asda 3.2 miles
- Sainsbury's, Poole 3.4 miles
- Morrisons, Blandford Forum 9.4 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
What visitors say
Lovely level site. Off lead dog walking areas and a nature pond. Good food outlets and a bar at certain times. Free hot showers, friendly and helpful staff. Bus stop right outside site. I caught the number 40 to Swanage (approx 1 hour) and Poole is 15 mins bus ride away. A selection of yurts and shepherds huts to rent too. Give it a go, it's great!
2 months ago · via Google
We had a wonderful 5 night stay - the site has made so many improvements in a year!\n\nFood service available every night and a bar which was great too.\n\nThey have agility equipment in the dog area too which was brilliant although it was abit too hot to get our dog to partake too much but fab addition for our furry friends.\n\nAs always the site is super clean and tidy - looking forward to bkg again for next years trip.
2 months ago · via Google
Wr had a glamping pod here it was great it is a small friendly place with everything you need nice and quiet with a country pub within walking distance and a nice little cafe too
a month ago · via Google
Absolutely wonderful campsite. The facilities are excellent and kept clean, the onsite shop has everything you might need, plus freshly baked goods. There are food trucks each night serving up variously pizza, fish and chips, and Thai food. The team are all lovely and friendly and gave us some great tips for places to visit locally. The best campsite I’ve stayed at, would stay again in a heartbeat.
2 months ago · via Google
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