Venue Description

South Lytchett Manor, the AA Campsite of the Year 2021-22, is located just three miles from Poole and 20 minutes from Bournemouth. The Park provides modern amenities across 20 acres of tranquil parkland, boasting 150 spacious all-weather, fully-serviced hardstanding pitches, alongside superior grass pitches, and large grass pitches to accommodate twin-axle vehicles. With our glamping holidays, you can enjoy all the comforts of home amidst the great outdoors. Our four glamping accommodations vary from spacious Star-gazing Yurts, romantic Romany Caravans, cosy Glamping Pods and classic Shepherd Huts. There is something for everyone, including dog-friendly options! Both of our Star-gazing Yurts and Glamping Pods are accessible on request. South Lytchett Manor takes pride in its immaculate grounds and award-winning amenities. We provide a dedicated 2-acre off-lead dog exercise field for guests with dogs. For families and couples, the Park provides excellent amenities, including free Wi-Fi, laundry, dishwashing area, children’s adventure playpark, bike hire, well-stocked shop for essentials, and an onsite café serving barista coffee and cake. Guests can enjoy a free bottle of wine, when purchasing two main courses at The Peter’s Finger pub - a short walk away! South Lytchett Manor is ideally situated for exploring Dorset and the Jurassic Coast, with a bus stop located right outside the front gates.

Accessibility

Our team at South Lytchett Manor aim to ensure all our guests enjoy our park and facilities. If you need any assistance either whilst planning your visit or during your stay, we would be delighted to help. Please contact us by telephone or email if you have any queries or requests regarding access to our facilities. Pre-arrival - We cater for caravans, motorhomes, tents and glamping accommodation – ramps to yurts and Romany's available upon request. - We offer email facilities and free Wi-Fi access. - 4G Mobile phone coverage is good across the park. - Reservations can be made by telephone, email, online or letter. - Payment is made 28 days prior to arrival by credit/debit card or cheque. Any bookings made within 28 days of arrival must be paid in full at the time of booking. - Pitches are usually allocated at the time of booking and we are happy to advise you on the location and suitability of pitches for your requirements. Please specify any special needs at the time of booking. - Entrance to the park is via impressive gates. Height and width restrictions apply (Height 3.8m/12ft 5 x width 2.9m/ 9ft 8). This may restrict the larger RV vehicles. - Our park information and access statement is available in large print. If requested, We can post or email a copy. Arrival and Car Parking Facilities - Outside the reception area there is a tarmac arrivals area. A disabled parking space is also available. - All facilities are clearly signposted with gold on green signs. - There is a slight ramp into the reception/shop. - The door is wheelchair accessible. 1m wide. - Staff will come from behind reception to meet and greet those in wheelchairs. - Seating is available in reception. - Hearing loop is available for use in reception and the shop. - A magnifying glass, paper and clipboard are available upon request. - Information leaflets are available in large print. - We have compiled our own printed leaflets giving details of wheelchair accessible attractions, shop mobility, taxi services etc. - We endeavour to show all our guests to their pitches if requested and a familiarisation tour is offered to all guests with special needs. - A printed familiarisation tour will be offered to all guests who have a hearing impairment. Public areas - The park has three amenity blocks situated at the top, middle and bottom of the site; therefore most pitches are in close proximity to the facilities. - All blocks have non-slip floor tiles. - Two of the blocks benefit from ambient doors. - Amenity blocks are accessible via gravel, tarmac and concrete track. - There is a disabled/shower toilet suite located at both the middle and top amenity blocks with low line toilet and sink and colour contrasting grab handles. The shower height can be adjusted and there is also a fixed chair. It has a good turning circle for a wheelchair and access requires a radar key; keys may be rented through a deposit system available at the reception. - Four family shower suites are situated at the middle block. - One family shower suite, plus a disabled and family shower suite is situated at the top of the park. Baby baths are available in these facilities. - Emergency alarms are installed in each of the disabled facilities. - There are three dish washing areas; sinks are at a height of 92cm. Push taps are fitted. Laundry - Level access via a gravel path, with non-slip tiles. - Three token operated washing machines and two token operated dryers. Staff are happy to assist with the use of the machines as required. - The sinks are at the height of 88cm with push button sinks. Outdoor Facilities - There is a fenced children’s play area with two exit points. - Soft form floor surfaces are under the play equipment. - Bench seating is provided. - The games field has five a side football nets, a badminton net (during peak season) and table tennis table. Dogs - There are various dog walking areas available: surrounding our pond and woods, our manor field picnic area, and notably, a 2.5-acre off-lead dog walking area. However, please be aware these areas might not be accessible for wheelchair users. - Assistance dogs are always welcome. - Children are not allowed in the pond area unless accompanied by an adult. - Water bowls are available for dogs. Touring facilities - All our electric pitches have 10-amp hook up and all have TV connection. We have new deluxe hard standing pitches, which have water, drainage, their own light, and picnic bench. - Our hard standing pitches are predominantly gravel, and most are large enough for unit and awning. - Assistance is always available with pitching if requested. - Chemical and Grey Water Disposal points are situated at each amenity block. Taps are push button. - Numerous enclosed bin and recycling areas are situated around the park. - Fire points are generally within 50 metres. - Cars are generally parked alongside unit. Glamping - We have four glamping options onsite: Romany Caravans, Shepherd Huts, Glamping Pods and Yurts. - The Romany Caravans and Shepherd Huts have a small set of stairs and narrow entrance into the accommodation. - The Glamping Pods can be wheelchair accessible by request. Please contact our reception team who can arrange a ramp to overlay the step into the accommodation. - The Yurts are accessible via a shingle stone road and a small step into the units. The Yurts can be wheelchair accessible by request. Please contact our reception team who can arrange a ramp to overlay the step into the accommodation. The Park - We are situated in 25 acres of park land; the main concrete drive runs the length of the park and speed is restricted to 5 mph. (Walking pace) - The park is well landscaped and additional lighting was installed during the winter of 2019. - Speed bumps are every 50m or thereabouts and are distinctively visible. - The park is mainly flat; however, some areas are very slightly sloping. Additional Information - There is a frequent bus service to Poole and the Heritage Coastline at the park gates. Buses are wheelchair accessible. - The local pub/restaurant is 10-minute walk, on a wide footpath all the way. The pub is wheelchair and dog friendly. - We have compiled comprehensive guides to accessible beaches, shops mobility needs etc. - A pay as you go mobile telephone is available for our guests with specific needs. - We have several team members living on site - During high season the shop is open from 8 am – 10 pm, and stocks a wide range of essentials including bread, milk, meats, free range eggs, and camping spares. It also stocks groceries and alcoholic beverages. During low and saver seasons the opening times may vary.

Access Statement

Access Statement Link: https://www.southlytchettmanor.co.uk/access-statement/

Awards List

Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards 2024 Forza Finance Best Motorhome Sites in the UK 2023 – South West Camping and Caravanning Park of the Year – Bronze Award Silver Dorset Tourism Award 2023/24 Loo of the Year Awards - Diamond 2024 VisitEngland Gold Award AA Overall and England Campsite of the Year 2021 Practical Motorhome and Practical Caravan 100 Best Sites 2024 Green Tourism Gold Award Enjoy England 5 Star Touring Park

Toilets

The park has three amenity blocks situated at the top, middle and bottom of the site; therefore most pitches are in close proximity to the facilities. - All blocks have non-slip floor tiles. - Two of the blocks benefit from ambient doors. - Amenity blocks are accessible via gravel, tarmac and concrete track. - There is a disabled/shower toilet suite located at both the middle and top amenity blocks with low line toilet and sink and colour contrasting grab handles. The shower height can be adjusted and there is also a fixed chair. It has a good turning circle for a wheelchair and access requires a radar key; keys may be rented through a deposit system available at the reception. - Four family shower suites are situated at the middle block. - One family shower suite, plus a disabled and family shower suite is situated at the top of the park. Baby baths are available in these facilities. - Emergency alarms are installed in each of the disabled facilities.

Staff

All of the owners have attended the Welcome All and Welcome to Excellence training in disability awareness. The site has been awarded mobility 1 accreditation and hearing 1 accreditation with The National Accessibility Scheme. We have also been awarded gold for the Green Tourism Business Scheme.

Assistance dog facilities

Assistance dog exercise facilities

There are various dog walking areas available: surrounding our pond and woods, our manor field picnic area, and notably, a 2.5-acre off-lead dog walking area. However, please be aware these areas might not be accessible for wheelchair users. Assistance dogs are always welcome. Children are not allowed in the pond area unless accompanied by an adult. Water bowls are available for dogs.