Swanage campsites
Swanage is located at the eastern end of the Isle of Purbeck peninsula. Its coastal position makes it an excellent base for people looking to spend time at the beach, but there's plenty more to see and do besides, including exploring the Jurassic Coast. This selection of Swanage campsites has something for everyone.
30 Swanage campsites
Herston Yards Farm
Swanage, Dorset
124 reviews
59%
would recommend
Family-friendly camping and glamping site with a shop and pop up bar, five minutes from Swanage.
Pitches: 83 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches, 46 x Electric Grass Pitches
Woodyhyde Campsite
Swanage, Dorset
69 reviews
96%
would recommend
Camping site set in the heart of the Purbeck countryside, a short distance from Swanage and Corfe Castle.
Pitches: 100 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 60 x Electric Grass Pitches
Burnbake Campsite
Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset
90 reviews
92%
would recommend
Award-winning family friendly site with back-to-nature camping and glamping. Just 15 minutes from Studland Beach.
Pitches: 30 x Non Electric Woodland Grass Pitches, 10 x Electric Grass Pitches
Norden Farm Campsite
Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset
27 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family-run camping and touring site on a working farm with an onsite farm shop, just outside Corfe Castle.
Pitches: 30 x Small Non Electric Grass Pitches, 30 x Medium Non Electric Grass Pitches
West Holme Glamping
Wareham, Dorset
7 reviews
100%
would recommend
Fully furnished bell tents for families and couples on an equestrian farm. 15 minutes to the Jurassic Coast.
5 x Bell Tents
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Huntick Retreat
Lytchet Matravers, Poole, Dorset
53 reviews
87%
would recommend
Adult-only (16+), dog-friendly touring and camping park for a peaceful getaway in the Dorset countryside.
Pitches: 18 x Serviced Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric), 14 x Grass Pitches (Optional Electric)
Birchwood Tourist Park
Coldharbour, Wareham, Dorset
23 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family and dog friendly park by Wareham Forest, five minutes to Wareham. Onsite shop, play park and dog wash!
Pitches: 20 x Fully Serviced Block Paved Hardstanding Pitches (Type A), 2 x Serviced Gravel Pitches (Type B)
Primrose Fields Campsite
East Stoke, Wareham, Dorset
92 reviews
97%
would recommend
Family camping with campfires on a wildflower meadow, near Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World and Lulworth.
50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
10m x 10m
Parley Court Camping
Hurn, Christchurch, Dorset
18 reviews
79%
would recommend
A family-run riverside campsite in Christchurch with excellent onsite facilities such as golf, café and a bar.
Pitches: 35 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches, 4 x Unfurnished Bell Tents
Whitemead Caravan Park
Wool, Dorset
49 reviews
96%
would recommend
Award-winning friendly family run park set in five and a half acres of Dorset countryside.
Pitches: 13 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches, 6 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Longthorns Farm
Wareham, Dorset
78 reviews
88%
would recommend
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping next door to Monkey World. Onsite alpacas you can walk and meet!
Pitches: 22 x Electric Grass Pitches, 39 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
St Leonards Farm Caravan and Camping Park
West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset
168 reviews
92%
would recommend
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping, 15 minutes to the New Forest and 20 minutes from the coast!
Pitches: 20 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches, 25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
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California Meadows
Swanage, Dorset
Small, family friendly tent and campervan site with shepherd's hut. Located minutes from South West Coast Path.
Ulwell Holiday Park
Swanage, Dorset
Family and pet friendly tent and touring holiday park nestled under the Purbeck Hills with indoor pool, restaurant.
North View Certificated Location
Swanage, Dorset
Small touring site in Dorset AONB, just ten minutes from Swanage Bay. Dog friendly.
Quarr Camping
Swanage, Dorset
Small, friendly and family run farm camping site situated in Purbeck with grass pitches close to Swanage beach.
The Railway Campsite
Harmans Cross, Swanage, Dorset
Back-to-basics, family friendly tent and tourer camping located next to the Swanage steam trains Railway.
Downshay Farm
Swanage, Dorset
A peaceful site with picturesque views of Corfe Castle, ten minutes from Swanage Beach. Dog friendly.
Corfe Castle Dorset Camping
Wareham, Dorset
The Purbeck Hills, award winning beaches and a castle make this a popular family site.
Smedmore Caravan Site
Kimmeridge, Wareham, Dorset
Privately owned and Caravan Club affiliated site, set on a stunning and unspoilt stretch of the Jurassic Coastline.
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Things to do in Swanage
Start your visit with a leisurely walk along Swanage Pier! It's a great place place for a family photo or spot of crab fishing.
Swanage Beach is sure to be a hit with all the family too, with calm waters and beach wardens in the summer months. The dare-devils in your group may like to try seeing the coastline from a different angle, either kayaking or coasteering with Land and Wave or Cumulus Outdoors.
Nearby Shell Bay is a clean and white sandy beach, ideal for building sandcastles or relaxing with a good book. This pretty beach is located in the Studland and Godlingston Heath Nature Reserve, maintained by National Trust, and has a great circular walk through the sand dunes.
At Shell Bay you’re also close to Old Harry Rocks, which are a must see when in Dorset. This beautiful and unique headland is best viewed from the Studland to Swanage coastal path, or you could take the Second World War Walk and see sights such as Fort Henry, pill boxes and Dragon's Teeth (tank obstacles).
Stoborough Heath National Nature Reserve and Hartland Moor National Nature Reserve are also within easy reach.
Back in town, hop onboard a stream train to journey along the Swanage Railway to nearby Corfe Castle. The kids will also love Putlake Farm, a real working dairy farm with pedal go karts, trampolines, a petting centre and the opportunity to bottle feed your favourite farmyard animals.
To the south of the town, beautiful Durlston Country Park - complete with a fascinating Victorian castle and grounds - and Anvil Point Lighthouse are both worth a visit.
Swanage is also an good base for exploring the magnificent Jurassic Coast, with Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove both highlights. Weymouth, Poole and Bournemouth are more good day trip options.