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Man of War Bay. Photo by member Andrew Pattenden

Occupying a prime spot near Wareham on Dorset’s Isle of Purbeck, Hunter’s Moon Club Campsite is a ‘must visit’ if you want to combine days out at popular beaches and resorts with stunning countryside, coastal walks that take in awe-inspiring rock formations, watersports, historic attractions and more.

Site Managers Angie and Mick have worked at Hunter’s Moon for seven main touring seasons and three winters, having also racked up plenty of experience elsewhere across the UK sites network. With several years in Dorset under their belts, they can recommend places to visit in the local area.

“The site is surrounded by woodland and has a rear gate giving direct access to the Wareham Forest Way,” they say. “It is possible to walk all the way into Wareham, which is a lovely old-fashioned market town on the River Frome.

“Wareham has a multitude of places to eat and drink, from coffee shops and ice cream parlours to traditional pubs. Our personal favourite is The Quay Inn on the riverside in Wareham, or for places with a stunning view check out the Bankes Arms at Studland or the Scott Arms at Kingston. Or for people that prefer to barbecue or cook, Wareham also has an excellent traditional butchers – Curtis.”

Great days out

Durdle Door. Photo by member Catherine Cope

The area is known for picturesque hotspots such as Durdle Door (a distinctive rock formation and beach) and Kimmeridge Bay (where rockpooling and snorkelling are popular), but, as Angie and Mick explain, there’s more than enough in the area to warrant a week or two of exploring.

“The RSPB nature reserve at Arne is definitely worth a visit,” they say, before mentioning Poole Harbour (where you can take a boat to Brownsea Island), the ruined Corfe Castle and the chalk stacks of Old Harry Rocks (you could see them during an organised cruise).

Then there are the seaside resorts. Bournemouth and Weymouth are both known for their beaches, but Angie and Mick point out that “Swanage is also well worth a visit, especially the pier... Poole, Weymouth and Swanage also have car parks with dedicated areas for parking motorhomes”.

So there you have it. Want a fantastic campsite as a base for some memorable days out? Look no further than Hunter’s Moon in Dorset!

Hunter’s Moon Club Campsite

• Touring pitches: 122
• Camping pitches: 11
• Max outfit length: 9m

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“The site is nicely laid out with a huge dog exercise field, large children’s play area and excellent, well-maintained facilities. Everything was spotlessly clean and there is even a lovely warm shower to wash the pups. Some very nice walks nearby and a great pub, The Silent Woman, within walking distance.”

(January 2025)

Outdoor fun

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