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4.62 /5

Highly rated

35 reviews

Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset

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Burnbake Campsite is a relaxed and dog friendly site, with the lure of Studland Beach only four miles away and Corfe Castle even closer - just three miles. There are grass pitches both with and without electric hook ups, all of which are suitable for tents and small touring units, as well as luxury lodges. Fires in fire pits are welcome to achieve that authentic camping vibe.

Within 5 miles of the Jurassic Coast and golden beaches, such as Studland, Knoll, Sandy and South

Family friendly campsite set in Corfe Castle village, a great base for exploring Dorset

Great facilities including a shop and kids playground, the lodges have hot tubs!

About Burnbake Campsite

The site is tucked into secluded woodland on the beautiful Isle of Purbeck, part of the Rempstone Estate. A family favourite since 1975, it's a 'Swallows and Amazons' affair, with access to 12 acres of fabulous outdoor space to tempt keen walkers and cyclists. There are over a hundred unmarked grass pitches to choose from. From 30 spacious non electric pitches in the main campsites woodland area to 85 spread across the large open camping field, all of which are suitable for tents and small campervans. In a separate field there are an additional ten grass pitches with electric hook up, also suitable for tents and small campervans. There are also 22 luxury lodges available all year round. A truly wonderful base to explore Dorset's countryside and Jurassic coast from, with golden sand beaches being just 15 minutes away. Dogs are welcome onsite but please keep them on the lead. Fire pits are allowed to achieve that traditional camping atmosphere, but please make sure they are raised off the ground as to not damage the grass.

Burnbake Campsite is open from 12/04 to 10/10.

Visit England (4 Star)Tripadvisor cert. of Excellence

Facilities and amenities

Facilities include a small shop on site, a toilet/shower block, an extra shower block, washing up sinks, baby changing, a laundry room and drinking water points spread across the site.

A café is open during peak season for breakfast and dinner (and it opens weekends only in the off peak months between May and Sept). Bike hire can be arranged from reception via a local company.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

Philippa founded the Burnbake site back in 1975 with her landowner husband Ben and his twin brother James. Back then, you would have found her working all hours of the day to make it a success, doing everything from scrubbing the toilet block to checking in guests. Today, you may find her watering the plants at Burnbake and planting greenery, to continue to keep the site looking immaculate.

"I never worked so hard in my life when we set out, when I look back at it now, I wonder how we did it all. It has been an amazing journey." The land that now houses the campsite and lodges was originally a patch of burnt out heathland, known for centuries as Burnbake, hence giving it its name today.


Map and address

Park address

Burnbake Campsite,

Rempstone, Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 5JH

Coordinates

50.6514, -2.0071 | SY 99 83

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Burnbake Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Young children


There are 177 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Non Electric Grass Pitches at Burnbake Campsite

30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Unmarked non electric grass pitches in a large open field backing onto the main woodland area. Suitable for tents, campervans and motorhomes up to 7 metres only.

Non Electric Grass Pitches  at Burnbake Campsite

85 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Unmarked non electric grass pitches suitable for tents, small campervans and motorhomes up to 7 metres in a large open field area.

Non Electric Woodland Grass Pitches at Burnbake Campsite

30 x Non Electric Woodland Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Unmarked non electric grass pitches in a woodland area suitable for tents, small campervans and motorhomes up to 7 metres.

Electric Grass Pitches at Burnbake Campsite

10 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Electric grass pitches to suit tents, small campervans and motorhomes up to 7 metres.


Luxury Lodges at Burnbake Campsite

22 x Luxury Lodges

Max 6 people

A selection of fully equipped lodges with self contained facilities and hot tubs.


Burnbake Campsite reviews

4.62 /5

Highly rated
35 reviews
Overall
4.62
Location
4.71
Value for money
4.57
Service
4.69
Facilities
4.54
Cleanliness
4.6

Sept 2023

Sarah R

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Small Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesSep 2023

Lovely campsite. Clean, tidy and helpful staff. Perfect location for exploring the local area.

Site's response

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, it was lovely to read you found the site tidy and staff helpful! Hope to see you again, Burnbake Team.

Lovely

Bart J

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Pitches Jun 2022

Great campsite, lovely setting.

Site's response

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed your camping trip with us! Hope to see you again soon.

Great site and lovely location

David A

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Small Tent - Electric Grass PitchesJun 2022

Very clean facilities. Helpful staff. Good location. Good shop and onsite cafe. Nice feel to the site.

Site's response

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed your camping trip with us! Hope to see you again soon.

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FAQ

Yes your four-legged pals are welcome onsite, just please keep them on the lead. There are dog mess bins located around the site.

Check-in is at reception and is anytime between noon-6pm in the low season, and noon-7pm in the high season. Check out is midday all year round.

Yes fire pits and BBQs are permitted as long as they are raised off the ground so that the grass isn't damaged. Disposable BBQs however, are prohibited.

To get a better feel of the site, take a look at the campsite plan here.

In peak season, there is a cafe serving breakfast and dinner on weekends. Peak season is classified as May to September.

A maximum of three pup tents or gazebos are allowed per pitch at an additional cost per night.

Yes you can book more than one pitch in your booking and request to be pitched together. Although due to availability it cannot always be guaranteed.


The Jurassic Coast is only a 15 minute drive away and boasts beautiful golden sand beaches including Studland and Shell Bay. The seaside resort of Swanage and the attractive town of Wareham. A bit further in the car will get you to majestic Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove.

And if you'd rather get active than laze on beaches there are many great walking and cycling routes to explore. Test out your skills with a coasteering session or get some energy going on the Burnbake Ropes Course, a challenging mix of zip wires and rope adventures high in the trees which is right by the site.

Join the Mud Trail for an action packed afternoon, or if you have a head for heights you can take on climbing and abseiling on the Swanage cliffs, rafting and kayaking in Wareham and canoeing in Poole Harbour.

Other nearby activities:

  • Corfe castle
  • Brownsea Island
  • Bournemouth
  • Burnbake Ropes Course
The listing for Burnbake Campsite was last updated on March 28th, 2024 at 3:01 AM

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