Howard's Wood
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- Almost wild camping in a 25-acre woodland at Netherbury in Dorset
- Charmouth 25 minutes’ drive and Abbotsbury Swannery 35 minutes
- Dog-friendly pop-up site 15 minutes’ walk from the local pub
Site type
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Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 18 Jul to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric forest floor campervan pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Forest floor
Pitch size: Max 3.0m width x 4.0m depth (9.8ft width x 13.1ft depth) Calculated area: 12.0m² (129.2ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 1 night, 2 adults
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Non-electric forest floor tent pitch
6 people maximum Ground type: Forest floor
Pitch size: Max 3.0m width x 3.0m depth (9.8ft width x 9.8ft depth) Calculated area: 9.0m² (96.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 1 night, 2 adults
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Bell tent
6 people maximum Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £50 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 88% of visitors View breakdown
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Really lovely stay
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Liked: Beautiful forest location, definitely planning to return
Disliked: Nothing
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Perfect site away from the bustle of modern life. Staff are amazing!
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Liked: Great woodland site. Great facilities for the smaller group of travellers, including the amazing hot shower! Loved the firepit and supply of logs provided. No wifi means a perfect chance to switch off from modern life. A fantastic back to basics experience. Steph and her partner are incredibly friendly, helpful, and go the extra mile to ensure you have a great stay! I'm looking forward to going back soon.
Disliked: Nothing bad to say. Loved it!
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Wild camping with showers and peace and quiet. Great value
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Liked: The peace and quiet.
Shower and sink area was well done. With hot running water and all the spare things you might have forgotten.
Perfect little get away. We were lucky to have the site all to ourselves for the majority of our stay.
Disliked: Not really a dislike as no body else was there. Some of the pitches were fairly close to one and other. I was looking to be in almost hidden away deep in a forest without seeing people 😆 which I know is a massive ask of any camp site. But for the price you honestly can't complain.
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Excellent, quiet forest camp, outstanding value for money
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Non-electric forest floor campervan pitch
Liked: Owner was very friendly, provided plenty of information by email and even texted us beforehand to recommend a pitch.
Large, secluded forest pitches which were perfect for the quiet getaway we needed.
Very quiet and peaceful spot.
Shower and toilet facilities, as well as a sink, drinking water, tea and coffee.
Firepits available along with firewood and firelighters.
Absolute bargain for £10 a night! Definitely will return.
Disliked: Nothing, genuinely this is perfect for £10 a night!
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This is a rare find
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Liked: The space, the wildlife, the peace and quiet. I will definitely be returning to this gem of a place. Everything for a get away from it all camp is here!
I can't say whether it's child friendly, it depends on the child. If they like wildlife and nature they'll love it, if they want entertainment they won't.
As for WiFi it didn't even cross my mind!
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As close to wild camping with extras
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Liked: Howard's wood is very unique a cross between wild camping and camping with the basics
We pitched up in the woods two tents and a dining shelter plenty of room and with the campsite full I swear we all felt we were alone camping in the woods with the rining of the church bell and all manners of nature including the rain we loved every moment.
The added extra of the fire pits made snuggling up around the fire with smores and a wash up hut with a few extra bits just in case you forgot to pack the sauce pan or a tea towel.
the best way to spend the last few days of the summer holidays and one I will remember for putting a smile on all the family
Thank you Howard's wood for offering a unique experience
Disliked: No dislikes as it was exactly what we were looking for
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We had a great stay this weekend with our two children (5…
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Liked: We had a great stay this weekend with our two children (5 and 8) and dog. Really nice woodland pitch for our van with an area to sit around a fire pit cleared in the woodland. Friendly vibes all round and a play park and playing field a stone’s throw away! Would stay again.
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Excellent value for money and a great base for exploring the Dorset…
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Liked: Excellent value for money and a great base for exploring the Dorset coast, the pitches were easy enough for a camper van.
The composting toilet kitchen and shower were rustic and functional and there were lovely touches of washing liquid plates and cutlery etc.
Great for dogs and kids and spotting the red deer was the highlight 😊
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Great facilities and loved the fire pits
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Liked: Lively site really takes you back to nature
Disliked: Didn't dislike anything
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Great wild spot, camping in the woods
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Liked: Great camping spot in the woods. Loved how natural the site felt balanced with basic amenities to make a really nice trip. Defintely for the more adventurous and wild hearted.
The owners got in touch quickly with details ahead of our stay and messaged to check we had everything we needed. Thank you.
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Features
Pop-up campsite
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 Car parking by pitch/unit 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Howard's Wood
Netherbury
Bridport
Dorset
England
DT6 5RT
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.78721°N
-2.75317°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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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| Eypemouth | 5.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| West Bay (West) | 5.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Seatown | 5.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Hive | 6.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Charmouth West | 7.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Mapperton House & Gardens 2.1 mi
Abbotsbury Swannery 11.1 mi
Montacute House 11.5 mi
Hardy's Birthplace 16.4 mi
Fleet Air Arm Museum 16.5 mi
National Trust
Montacute House 11.4 mi
Barrington Court 12.9 mi
Tintinhull Garden 13.1 mi
Loughwood Meeting House 13.4 mi
Shute Barton 13.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
PARNHAM 1 mi
BEAMINSTER MANOR 2 mi
MAPPERTON HOUSE 2.1 mi
DOWNE HALL 3.5 mi
North Chideock - Symondsbury and More. 4.6 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, Dorset 15 mi
- Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday 25 June 2025 – Wednesday 25 June 2025)
Glastonbury, Somerset 26.7 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Howard's Wood have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Howard's Wood dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Howard's Wood? Dorset packs a mighty historical punch, and there are several Iron Age sites to see locally. Hike up to the fort at Rawlsbury Camp (50 minutes) for spectacular views over Bulbarrow Hill … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Howard's Wood?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 11:30 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 1 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Howard's Wood? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.