Camping is an activity enjoyed by many in Bournemouth and the South West of England generally, with there being a huge range of quality sites for people to choose from.

For 2022 the strength of the region has been confirmed with outdoor accommodation specialist Pitchup.com finding the South West of England came top in six user review rating categories, including Overall, Value for Money, Quality, Facilities and Child-Friendliness.

Dan Yates, founder of Pitchup.com, said: “People looking for an autumn getaway that won’t break the bank should have a look at the incredible value accommodation on offer in the South West and in our other top regions, as rated by tens of thousands of our holidaymakers.

“Grass pitches can be as little as £6 per night, and as the weather gets colder there’s a host of other affordable alternatives such as shepherd’s huts, lodges, camping pods and cabins."

For those in Bournemouth looking for a quality camping trip that they don't have to travel too far for, here are five great options within 10 miles of the town.

5 best rated campsites within 10 miles of Bournemouth

Adventure Pirate

Location: Post Green Rd, Lytchett Minster, Poole BH16 6AP

Pitchup.com user rating: 9.7/10 (from 65 reviews)

This wild camping site on an outdoor activity centre near Poole is the highest rated site within 10 miles of Bournemouth.

Activites that run on the site include axe throwing, archery, crossbow or air rifle shooting and big tree climbing.

Additionally, there are five acres of safe woodlands on site so kids are able to go off to build shelters, run around and keep themselves busy if they please.

You'll need to arrive with all your equipment as there are no facilities other than a couple of composting toilets, a drinking water tap, a washing-up station and some rubbish bins.

Full information on the site can be found on the Pitchup.com page here.

Dorset Glamping Fields

Location: Old Wareham Rd, Corfe Mullen, Wimborne BH21 3RZ

Pitchup.com user rating: 9.7/10 (from 38 reviews)

If you're looking for a comfortable camping experience then the Dorset Glamping Fields come highly recommended.

You'll be able to stay in a "kitted-out" bell tent with plenty of space on the eight-acre meadow site.

Each group is able to rent a firepit for a spot of campfire cooking, or if you don't fancy doing that then there is a pub within a five minute walk plus shops within a five minute drive at Corfe Mullen village.

The location of the site lends itself to day trips with Studland Bay, Corfe Castle and Durdle Door all around half an hour’s drive away.

Full information on the site can be found on the Pitchup.com page here.

Wilksworth Caravan Park

Location: Wilksworth Farm, Cranborne Rd, Wimborne BH21 4HW

Pitchup.com user rating: 9.1/10 (from 176 reviews)

Wilksworth Caravan Park can accommodate both those sleeping in tents and caravans, with there being a whole range of things to do.

On site there is an outdoor pool with splash pool for children, a football field, a BMX track, table tennis and a playground among others.

The site is also within easy distance of beaches, forest walks, pony rides, museums and boat trips if you fancied getting out and about for the day.

Full information on the site can be found on the Pitchup.com page here.

Rivendell Park

Location: Rivendell Horton Road, Horton Heath, Wimborne BH21 7JN

Pitchup.com user rating: 9.1/10 (from 84 reviews)

Horton Camping and Glamping can be found on the Rivendell Park site, which is a secluded lakeside woodland.

Everyone has access to the hot tub and swimming pool in high season and you can head to the barbecue area to cook over coals or use your own gas cooker.

The "excellently kept amenities" are considered a "highlight" of the park, which include washrooms and showers with toiletries provided.

Full information on the site can be found on the Pitchup.com page here.

Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre

Location: Bransgore, Christchurch BH23 8EE

Pitchup.com user rating: 9/10 (from 777 reviews)

The Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre in the New Forest has a number of outdoor and adventurous activities on offer.

These include high and low ropes, climbing and abseiling, archery, zipwire and heaps under the eyes of instructors.

Alternatively you can go off under your own guidance to do orienteering, treasure hunting, mountain biking and fishing in the surrounding lakes.

It is well-equipped for amenities with toilets, hot showers, a baby-changing room, washing-up facilities and a launderette.

Full information on the site can be found on the Pitchup.com page here.