Sopley Lake Camping
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- Lakeside pop-up site edging the New Forest National Park in Hampshire
- Bournemouth 15 minutes’ drive; Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary 25 minutes
- Working farm with a shop and bakery; pick your own fruit and veg
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Group bookings of 16 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 10 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- The grocery shop is open between 01/05 and 31/10.
- Bookings must not be for more than 14 consecutive nights.
- A cable measuring at least 25 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- Units longer than 10 metres are not allowed.
- Units heavier than 7500 Kilogrammes are not allowed.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 1 May to
Open from Fri, 1 May to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)
Arrival daysFrom £20
View prices & bookElectric grass motorhome pitch
6 people maximum
No dogs allowed
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 10m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25
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Features
No dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year No dogs allowedCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)Accessibility
Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Sopley Lake Camping
Derritt Lane
Sopley
Bransgore
Hampshire
England
BH23 7AZ
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.77602°N
1.76587°W
Nearest transport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Christchurch Friar`S Cliff | 3.4 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Christchurch Avon Beach | 3.5 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Christchurch Highcliffe Castle | 3.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Highcliffe | 4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Christchurch Mudeford Sandbank East | 4.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Adventure Wonderland 3.5 mi
Highcliffe Castle 3.6 mi
The Bournemouth Balloon 6 mi
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum 6.1 mi
Bournemouth Pier Beach 6.3 mi
National Trust
Brownsea Island 10.4 mi
The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 11.4 mi
Kingston Lacy 11.9 mi
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 12.2 mi
White Mill 13 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
AVON TYRRELL 2.1 mi
Throop Mill - Parley Green - Nature Reserve - Berry Hill 3.5 mi
Burbush Hill - Dur Hill - Whitten Pond - (New Forest) 3.5 mi
Hengistbury Head 3.9 mi
AVON HEATH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 19/05/1998) 4 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, Dorset 29.1 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Sopley Lake Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Sopley Lake Camping dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Sopley Lake Camping? Local attractions and activities include: - New Forest National Park (walks and cycle routes): five minutes’ drive - Christchurch (historic quays and two castles): 10 minutes - Liberty’s Owl, Raptor & Reptile … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Sopley Lake Camping?
Camping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Sopley Lake Camping? From £20 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.