The Purple Turtle

13/09/2026

Current café opening hours ☕️

11/07/2026

🌞 Weekend Update – Lake Passes Sold Out 🌞

This weekend's lake passes are now completely SOLD OUT! 💙

That means there will be no lake passes available to purchase in the café on arrival, so please don't make a special journey hoping to buy one.

We know this can be disappointing, but we deliberately limit the number of passes available for each session to keep the lake safe, prevent overcrowding, and make sure everyone has the best possible experience when they're here. 🌿🏊‍♀️☀️

If you're planning a future visit, please check availability and book your lake pass in advance via our website.

Thank you so much for your understanding and for helping us keep Litton Lakes a safe, relaxed and enjoyable place for everyone. 💙

27/06/2026

Good morning, lake lovers! ☀️💜

These are our current café opening hours ⬆️

Don't forget, these are always subject to change, sometimes at short notice, so please always check our Instagram or Facebook before making the journey.

Today's forecast is 🌞, so come and make the most of it by the lake!

A few important reminders before you visit:
☕ Just visiting The Purple Turtle Café? You do not need a lake pass – everyone is welcome!
🌊 Planning to use the lake? Please book your lake pass online before you travel. Today is almost fully booked, and during busy periods we can't guarantee entry without a pre-booked pass.
📱 On arrival, please show your booking confirmation to our lake warden, who will issue your wristband before you head down to the lakes.

We can't wait to welcome you! 💜🌿

10/06/2026

👀 Something exciting is taking shape down by the lake...

The diggers are out, the groundwork has begun, and we think our younger visitors are going to love what's coming.

We'll share more soon, but for now we'll keep you guessing... 🚜🌳✨

Any guesses? 👇

08/06/2026

01/06/2026

A Little Update on Our Opening Hours ☕🐢

Over the past few years, as The Purple Turtle has grown, we've gradually expanded our opening times in response to demand. Finding the right balance isn't always easy though, especially when we're so dependent on both the weather and seasonal visitor numbers.

For the time being, we've made the decision to close on Mondays, as well as Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Weekdays on the campsite are still fairly quiet outside of peak holiday periods, and this allows us to focus our resources on the days when most people want to visit.

On the positive side, we're excited to be opening earlier on Saturdays! 🌅
We've had lots of requests from early risers, dog walkers, campers and lake users looking for a morning coffee before the site gets busy, so we'll now be opening from 8am on Saturdays.

Whether you're heading out on the water or simply fancy a peaceful brew overlooking the lake, we'd love to see you.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support us while we find our feet and adapt as the business grows. We'll keep listening to your feedback and adjusting where we can to create the best experience possible for our customers.
See you by the lake! ☕💜🐢

25/05/2026

☀️ HALF TERM OPENING TIMES ☀️

Good news… the café at Litton Lakes is open EVERY DAY this half term! 🙌

Whether you’re stopping by for coffee, milkshakes, lakeside chilling or a day on the water, we’d love to see you 💜

You don't need a lake pass if you're just using the café however, with the heatwave and it being school holidays, our lake passes have been selling out quickly — so if you’re planning to use the lake or having a picnic, we strongly recommend booking your lake pass online before you travel to avoid disappointment 🌊

See you by the lake 😎

18/05/2026

A little reminder that we're staying open 'til 4pm today (Monday).

And if you fancy popping by for an after-school treat we're trialling our new kids 'Tiny Turtles' menu... toasties, croffles, ice cream and milkshakes!

We've also got board games, origami, toys and books here to keep your Tiny Turtles occupied if it's chilly or wet outside 😁

11/05/2026

🌿 LAKE PASSES EXPLAINED 🌿

We know a few people have been asking how our lake passes work, so we thought we’d make things a little clearer...

Litton Lakes is privately owned and maintained, and the lake pass system helps us care for the space, keep things safe, and avoid overcrowding during busy sunny days ☀️

Whether you’re swimming, paddleboarding, picnicking or just spending the day by the water, a lake pass is required.

But if you’re just popping in for coffee, cake, breakfast or milkshakes at the café — you do not need a lake pass ☕🍰

And if you’re simply walking through, hiking or dog walking, you’re also welcome without one 🐾

We’ve tried to keep pricing as simple and affordable as possible, including family/group passes for up to 4 people 💛

Thanks to everyone who supports the lake 😁

09/05/2026

A little reminder that you don’t need to be camping at Litton Lakes to enjoy everything here 🌿☕🐾

Whether you’re looking for a family day out, a peaceful dog walk, somewhere to meet friends for coffee, or just a beautiful spot to unwind… Litton Lakes is open to everyone.

✨ Beautiful lakeside setting
🏊‍♀️ Perfect for wild swims and cold water dips
🐶 Dog-friendly walking route that starts and finishes back at the café
🚗 Free parking
☕ Really good coffee
🍰 Cakes worth the trip alone
🛶 Paddleboard and kayak hire
🪑 Plenty of indoor & outdoor seating
🎲 Board games and puzzles for rainy days
💦 A little stream for paddling and exploring
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family friendly atmosphere

And if you’re just visiting the café or walking around the site, there’s no lake pass needed.

Bring the kids, bring the dog, bring your wellies or your flipflops depending on the Dorset weather 😄

We genuinely think it’s one of the most beautiful places to spend a day ❤️