Back of Beyond Touring Park
St Leonards, Ringwood, Dorset
Back of Beyond is adult only, set on 30 acres of countryside, offering large, fully serviced pitches, glamping and more near the edge of the New Forest. You'll be just a stone's throw from the South Coast and at the gateway to spectacular Dorset. Rated 5 Star Platinum by the AA, the park is a haven for wildlife. There's extensive woodland onsite, where dogs can roam free, plus wildlife lakes and a river!
Why choose Back of Beyond Touring Park
Runner up of Best Adult Only Site South West England in our 2025 Camping and Glamping Awards
Featured in our 2025 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites
Adult-only, award-winning site with acres of woodland and private wildlife lakes
Ten minute drive to the New Forest, 20 minutes to Bournemouth with its great beaches
Great facilities including an onsite shop, bar and visiting takeaway vans
About the site
Within the park's abundant space, you'll find more than 100 pitches, which allow guests to relax, free from disturbance and facilitate the development of a 'quality-of-life' philosophy for the park. In addition to the six-acre caravan park, 18 acres of the park is set aside for woodland. Thanks to careful conservation and stewardship, the area has an abundance of thriving natural wildlife, fauna and flora. The site has won awards for conservation. Open areas have been created in order to encourage insects, bees and bird life as well as wildflowers. The site has also previously been ranked as one of Practical Caravan's Top 100 Sites. There are 22 fully serviced hardstanding pitches all with electric, water and a grey waste drain. 12 are Superior fully serviced which would suit a large caravan, motorhome or 5th wheeler a bench is included with this pitch type. The other ten are standard fully serviced pitches. The park offers a further ten large hardstanding and 36 standard hardstanding pitches, which are suitable for motorhomes, caravans or campervans. The large hardstanding pitches also have a bench included. There are 13 large astroturf pitches suitable for motorhomes, caravans, campervans and tents and for camping with electric there are ten standard astroturf pitches, which are ideal for tents or campervans. For pitches without an electric hook up, the park offers 15 dog friendly grass pitches, which are suitable for motorhomes, caravans, campervans or tents. If you have a tent or small campervan there is a wild camping area with around 20 unmarked spaces in a beautiful woodland glade. If you love the idea of whiling away an evening by an open fire and making the most of the dark skies, you can rent a fire pit from the on site shop. You are welcome to bring your own fire pit but this must be approved by a member of the team and you'll need to use the site's own briquettes which are made for safety and ecology. The park does not allow guests to burn any natural wood on site. The wild camping area, 'Emma's Glade', is a beautiful woodland area in the SSSI next to the wildlife lakes. There's no electricity or dogs in this area. Camping pitches with electric are in 'The Warren' and 'Fir', closer to reception, while Damson is a large flat camping area surrounded by trees and adjacent to Emma's Glade and the amenity blocks. For glampers, the site has a selection of fabulous glamping units. All are equipped with a double bed, outdoor cooking station, fire pit, outside furniture and large decked area, everything to make your stay comfortable. All you need to bring is bedding and towels. There are three large pods, one medium-sized pod, two wooden lodges a yurt and four shepherd's huts. The Heather and Bramble shepherd's huts are ensuite. Each unit has electricity and heating. Glamping accommodation is all pet friendly. The shepherd's huts and Yurt have a toasty wood burner and chic furnishings and the spacious yurt has a 5m diameter interior. Dogs are not allowed in the wild camping area which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Both provide space to park your car next to your unit with the facilities being just nearby.
Back of Beyond Touring Park is open from 01/03 to 31/12 in 2025 and from 27/02 to 31/12 in 2026. Pitches from £29/night for 2 people.
"Wow, what a site"
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"You can order fresh pastries for the morning and they are insane!"
Martin T
"I was amazed at the level of standards kept"
Samantha H
"Everything you need and much more"
Kevin C
"If you are looking for a beautiful, peaceful place to stay that is perfect for dogs then this is it!"
Debbie L
"Facilities were exceptional and any detail we could think of had been thought of"
Kevin L
Great for couples
Secluded countryside stay with glamping options, with a toasty wood burner. Enjoy the onsite bar, takeaway vans, and private lakes. Beaches are 20 minutes away.
There are 128 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
Kingfisher Medium Camping Pod (Dog Friendly)
Max 2 people
A cosy dog friendly pod with power and heating. Includes a private deck, double bed and basic furniture, camping utensils, cool box and crockery. Please bring your own bedding. The pod is 2.3m x 3.25m. Access to shared WC and shower facilities nearby.
3 x Large Camping Pods (Dog Friendly)
Max 2 people
Large 3m x 4m furnished pods with a double bed, toaster, fridge, kettle, heating and electric. Outside deck with loungers, a fire pit, table, chairs and outdoor cooking stove. Bring your own bedding. Shared WC and shower facilities nearby. Dogs welcome.
2 x Lodge Pods (Dog Friendly)
Max 2 people
Squirrel and Otter are pet friendly lodge pods with chic interiors. Each unit offers electric sockets and large decks, fully furnished to sleep two. Please bring own bedding. Pods are 4m x 3m. Access to shared WC and shower facilities nearby.
2 x Shepherd's Huts (Dog Friendly)
Max 2 people
Sorrel and Foxglove are fully furnished shepherd's huts. Each unit has electricity and heating. Please bring own bedding. Shepherds Huts are 2.5m x 6m. Access to shared WC and shower facilities nearby. Two dogs welcome.
Beach Yurt (Dog Friendly)
Max 2 people
A gorgeously furnished 5m yurt with electric and a wood burning stove. Please bring own bedding. Access to shared WC and shower facilities nearby. Dogs welcome.
2 x Ensuite Shepherd's Huts
Max 2 people
Heather and Bramble have central heating, a king size bed, a fully-equipped kitchen, ensuites, an outdoor dining space and a fire pit. Bedding and towels are provided.
Other accommodation
7 x Electric XL Hardstanding Pitches (Gravel)
Max 4 people
Extra large pitches with a 10m x 6m gravel hardstanding area units and awnings, a 10m x 10m area of grass, picnic table and space for car parking. Comes with 10A electric hookup. Suitable for roof tents, caravans, campervans and motorhomes.
16 x Fully Serviced Standard Hardstanding Pitches
Max 4 people
For roof tents, caravans, motorhomes, 5th wheelers, campervans and trailer tents, with 10-Amp electric. Gravel hardstanding 10 x 6m area for a motorhome or caravan and awning, plus grass area at least 10 x 5m, total 11 x 10m. Space to park a car too.
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Frequently asked questions about Back of Beyond Touring Park
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Site rules
Are BBQs/campfires allowed at Back of Beyond Touring Park?
Fires are permitted in fire pits hired from reception on the park. Fire pits are included for glamping stays. BBQs are also welcome but must be kept raised off the grass - bricks and slabs can be provided if required. Gas BBQs only.
Can I bring my dog to Back of Beyond Touring Park?
Yes, up to two dogs are welcome on the camping/touring pitches (please contact the site if wanting to bring more than two) and in the medium pod, shepherd's huts and lodges. Unfortunately, they are not permitted in the yurt or large pods.
What time do I need to check in/out of Back of Beyond Touring Park?
Check-in is available from 2pm and 6pm (7pm from April to October). Check out is 11am.
Does Back of Beyond Touring Park allow groups or pitches being booked together?
Sorry, the site caters for families and couples only, and does not accept group bookings.
Does Back of Beyond Touring Park have a quiet time or noise policy?
Yes, the site operates a strict quiet policy between 11pm and 7am.
Pitches
Are awnings, pup tents and gazebos allowed at Back of Beyond Touring Park?
Awnings and gazebos are allowed free of charge, pup tents are not allowed.
Can I park near my pitch at Back of Beyond Touring Park?
Yes, one car is welcome on each pitch and there is a car park available for any additional vehicles.
What amp is the electric hook up at Back of Beyond Touring Park?
The electric pitches each have a 10 amp electric hook up.
Are bedding and towels included at Back of Beyond Touring Park?
Sorry, bedding and towels are not included, please be sure to bring your own!
Where can I find Back of Beyond Touring Park's map?
You can find a copy of the site map here.
Facilities
Can I fish in the lake at Back of Beyond Touring Park?
Unfortunately not, these are wildlife lakes and fishing is not permitted. Whitemoor Lakes is just a short 15 minute drive away and is great for those who do want to fish.
Is there WiFi at Back of Beyond Touring Park?
Yes, free WiFi is available onsite to help you stay connected throughout your stay.
Does Back of Beyond Touring Park have a shop onsite?
Yes, there is a onsite shop selling essentials, including camping gas, along with locally made treats like cakes and biscuits. You can also order alcoholic beverages and newspapers. The shop is located in reception, which is open daily from 9am to 5pm or 8.30am to 7pm in peak season.
Is there a restaurant or cafe at Back of Beyond Touring Park?
No, but the site regularly hosts food vendors, offering fish and chips, pizzas and gourmet burgers.
Getting there
Are there any local taxi service companies to Back of Beyond Touring Park?
Yes, the fare from the site to Ringwood town centre (or vice versa) typically ranges from £10 to £12 each way, though it may be higher after 11 pm. If you're traveling with a dog, please confirm when booking.* Caller Call Ringwood (dog-friendly on request, also the site's preferred taxi company) - 01425 510202* Red Express - 01425 474747* Ringwood Taxis - 01425 480480* New Forest Taxis - 01425 480280* Hinton Cars - 01425 276888* Ferndown Taxis - 01202 896666* United Taxis - 01202 556677 /484848* PRC Streamline Taxis - 01202 373737
What's nearby
Where is the nearest public transport to Back of Beyond Touring Park?
The closest bus stop is a ten minute walk from the site with services to Ringwood in one direction and Ferndown in the other. The closest train stations are Bournemouth and Christchurch, both a 20 minute drive.
Other
Can you go glamping at Back of Beyond Touring Park?
Yes, you're spoilt for choice with the range of fab glamping units here. Pick a stay in one of the four comfy pods, equipped with beds, kitchenware and more or go large in one of two deluxe lodge glamping pods - these sleep up to two. There are also two shepherd's huts and a luxury yurt that includes its very own camping kitchen. All glamping units are dog friendly.
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