Our Awards
Awards & Recognition
Over a decade of national and regional recognition for South Lytchett Manor – from AA Campsite of the Year to VisitEngland Gold, earned through outstanding hospitality and care.
At South Lytchett Manor, we believe the best measure of what we do comes from the people who stay with us and the recognition we’ve received reflects just that. We’re proud to have earned a collection of prestigious industry awards and guest-voted accolades, celebrating everything from our beautifully maintained grounds to our award-winning facilities and warm, friendly service. Each award is a testament to our team’s dedication to creating a relaxing, high-quality experience for every guest and to the wonderful community of guests who continue to support and recommend us year after year.
Thank you!
70+
Awards Won
11
Years of Recognition
15
Award Bodies
AA Campsite of the Year 2021 – 22
The AA named South Lytchett Manor holiday park in Dorset as the UK’s top destination for campers, glampers, caravanners and motorhome owners.
The family business beat thousands of other eligible parks to take both the England and the overall British Campsite of the Year titles in the AA’s 2021 Caravan and Camping Awards.
AA Five Pennant Platinum Award Premier Park
Awarded the highest score of “Platinum” for being of an extremely high standard, set in attractive surroundings with mature landscaping. Facilities, security and customer care are exceptional.’
Awarded for years
- 2017
- 2018
- 2019
- 2020
- 2021
- 2022
- 2023
- 2024
- 2025
Visit England Gold Award
The VisitEngland Gold Award is one of the highest accolades in the tourism industry, recognising accommodation providers that go above and beyond in delivering exceptional quality and outstanding customer experiences. Awarded only to the very best within each star rating, it reflects excellence across every aspect of a stay—from facilities and cleanliness to service and attention to detail. Achieving a VisitEngland Gold Award is a mark of consistent high standards and a commitment to creating truly memorable guest experiences.
Awarded for years
- 2023
- 2024
- 2025
Visit England 5 Star Touring Park
South Lytchett Manor Caravan & Camping Park has once again retained its prestigious Five Star rating and Gold Award from VisitEngland, following a recent assessment that awarded the park an outstanding overall quality score of 99%. The park has maintained its 5-star rating and Gold status since 2019.
Awarded for years
- 2019
- 2020
- 2021
- 2022
- 2023
- 2024
- 2025
Visit England Green Tourism – Gold
The VisitEngland Green Tourism Gold Award recognises businesses that demonstrate the highest standards of sustainability and environmental responsibility. Awarded to those who go above and beyond in areas such as energy efficiency, waste reduction, conservation, and support for local communities, it highlights a genuine commitment to protecting the environment.
Achieving Gold status reflects ongoing efforts to operate in a thoughtful, eco-friendly way, helping guests enjoy their stay while minimising impact on the natural surroundings.
DMB Tourism Awards 2025
South Lytchett Manor proudly took home Gold at the Dorset Tourism Awards — not just in one, but two amazing categories:
Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year
Best Customer Service
Awarded for years
- 2024
- 2025
Top 100 Sites – Regional Winner 2026
South Lytchett Manor Caravan and Camping Park has once again been named Dorset Regional Winner in the highly respected Practical Caravan and Practical Motorhome Top 100 Sites Awards 2026.
The annual awards are particularly significant within the industry as they are voted for by readers, recognising campsites that consistently deliver outstanding experiences for guests. Retaining the regional title highlights South Lytchett Manor’s continued commitment to excellence and guest satisfaction.
In addition to securing the Dorset regional accolade, South Lytchett Manor has achieved exceptional national recognition across multiple categories, placing:
Awarded for
- 2nd in the UK for Camping and Tents
- 2nd in the UK for Motorhomes
- Top 10 in the UK for Touring Caravans and Glamping
Top 100 Sites – Regional Winner 2025
South Lytchett Manor has been recognised in the Practical Caravan & Practical Motorhome Top 100 Sites Guide Awards
Awarded for
- Regional Winner – 2016
- Finalist – 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019
- Best for Camping – 2017, 2018, 2023
- Best for Caravans – 2017, 2018
- Best for Motorhomes – 2016, 2017, 2018, 2025
- Best for Glamping – 2018
- Best for Pets – 2016, 2025
Top 100 Sites 2025 – Best for Motorhomes
South Lytchett Manor Caravan and Camping Park was named Best for Motorhomes by Practical Motorhome readers.
Top 100 Sites 2025 – Best for Pets
South Lytchett Manor Caravan and Camping Park has been named Best for Pets by readers of Practical Caravan and Practical Motorhome.
Loo of the Year Award
Diamond rating is the highest level of recognition for washroom quality, celebrating facilities that achieve exceptional standards of cleanliness, maintenance, and overall user experience.
Awarded only to the very best, it reflects meticulous attention to detail, modern amenities, and a consistently outstanding presentation. Achieving Diamond status is a true mark of excellence, ensuring guests can expect top-tier facilities throughout their stay.
Awarded for years
- 2022
- 2023
- 2024
- 2025
- 2026
Booking.com Award
We have retained our Booking.com Traveller Review Awards for a third year 2024, 2025 – 2026 scoring 9.1/10
This recognition means the world to us because it’s based entirely on guest reviews. Your kind words tell us that our dedication, passion and personal touches really do turn a stay with us into a true home-away-from-home experience.
This award recognises us as one of the highest-rated guest favourites, helping future travellers book with confidence — knowing they’re choosing the very best.
Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards
We have retained our TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award for another year! Thanks for the great reviews, placing us among the top 10% of listings around the world on Tripadvisor.
BCP Destination Management Awards
Our Director, Matt was awarded Silver in the Rising Star Award
Awarded for years
- 2024
Dorset Tourism Awards
South Lytchett Manor received the Bronze Dorset Tourism Award – Camping and Caravanning Park of the Year 2024/25.
Awarded for
- Touring Caravan, Camping and Holiday Park of the Year 2020-2021 – Gold Award
- Touring Caravan and Camping Park of the Year 2019-20 – Gold Award
- Touring Caravan and Camping Park of the Year 2018-19 – Gold Award
- Dog Friendly Business of the Year 2018-19 – Gold Award
- Camping, Caravanning & Holiday Park of the Year 2016 – Silver Award
- Sustainable Tourism Award 2015 – Gold Award
South West Tourism Awards -South West Camping and Caravaning Park of the Year
Awarded for
- 2023/24 – Bronze Award
- 2020 – Gold Award
- 2019 – Silver Award
- 2018 – Silver Award
- 2014 – Silver Award
- 2018 – Dog Friendly Business of the Year – Silver Award
South and South East in Bloom
The South and East in Bloom – Commercial Gardens Award recognises outstanding achievement in horticulture, landscaping, and environmental quality. Awarded to sites that demonstrate exceptional planting, year-round colour, and meticulous grounds maintenance, it celebrates a commitment to creating beautiful, welcoming outdoor spaces.
Achieving Gold status reflects pride in presentation and a dedication to enhancing the natural environment for guests to enjoy.
Awarded for years
- 2018
- 2019
- 2024
Forza Finance Best Motorhome Sites
We have been chosen as one of the Best Motorhome Sites in the UK 2024.
BH Star Awards
Awarded for
- 2020-21 Accommodation of the Year Winner
- 2019 Self Catering Accommodation Silver Winner
- 2019 Environment and Sustainability Bronze Winner
- 2018 The Green Initiative Award Finalist
HARPA
South Lytchett Manor is a proud member of The Holiday and Residential Parks Association (HARPA)
HARPA was previously known as the British Holiday & Home Parks Association (BH&HPA).
Awarded for years
- 2024
- 2025
Premier Parks
South Lytchett Manor is a proud member of Premier Parks.
Premier Parks is an exclusive group of the UK’s finest independent campsites, carefully selected for their exceptional quality, outstanding facilities, and commitment to customer experience. Membership is by invitation only, ensuring each park meets the highest standards in presentation, service, and attention to detail. Being part of Premier Parks reflects a shared dedication to excellence and reassures guests of a truly premium camping and touring experience.
The Best of British
South Lytchett Manor is a proud member of The Best of British.
Best of British Parks is a collection of independently owned parks across the UK, chosen for their exceptional quality, unique character, and outstanding customer experience. Each member park is carefully selected to ensure consistently high standards, while still offering its own individual charm. Being part of Best of British Parks reflects a commitment to excellence, giving guests confidence that they can expect a warm welcome, beautiful surroundings, and a memorable stay.
Food Hygiene Rating
The scheme helps you choose where to eat out or shop for food by giving you clear information about businesses’ hygiene standards. South Lytchett Manor has scored a 5 – very good.
Welcome to Excellence
All staff are trained in the interactive and explorative Welcome Host Gold Award, an immersive high-level customer service workshop that covers the core skills necessary to provide a memorable and engaging experience for all guests on the Park.