On the Isle of Purbeck, Woodyhyde Campsite is a stone's throw away from Dorset's famed Jurassic Coast, Swanage and Corfe Castle. Guests can choose from electric or non-electric grass pitches, as well as hardstanding pitches ideal for tents, campervans, and motorhomes. And the best part? You can pitch up wherever you want! If you love the outdoors but aren't keen on canvas, there's the option of fantastic yurts or the shepherd's hut too.

Just a 15 minute drive from sandy beaches at Swanage and Studland

Spacious site spread across three fields, choose where you want to pitch!

On site facilities include a large shop selling essentials and free WiFi

About Woodyhyde Campsite

Woodyhyde is a charming family-run campsite located on the Isle of Purbeck, offering breathtaking countryside views. Spread across 15 acres of open land, the site is spacious and never feels overcrowded, even during peak camping season. Guests can enjoy easy access to the Purbeck Hills and coastal paths, with footpaths leading directly from the campsite. For those seeking a more relaxed day, the beautiful award-winning beaches of Swanage and Studland are just a stone's throw away (15 minutes). The site welcomes tents, campervans, and motorhomes, with 160 unmarked pitches available across three fields with electric available too. Visitors can enjoy the sight of wild deer, pheasants, and birds roaming free in the fields, with one of the fields bordered by a steam train linking Corfe Castle and Swanage. Dogs are welcome in two of the three fields. Hardstanding pitches are also available for motorhomes and campervans. Those seeking a more luxurious outdoor experience can opt for the yurts or the Cozy Camper shepherd's hut. The large 5m yurts beautiful decorated, offering a full-size double bed and two single beds, complete with bedding for a comfortable night's sleep. You'll have access to private toilet facilities, and shared shower facilities are conveniently located nearby. There are no cooking facilities, but guests can bring small camping stoves or disposable barbecues. Each yurt has its own fire pit and picnic table, and bench to use. For couples seeking a peaceful retreat, the Cozy Camper shepherd's hut is the perfect choice. Featuring a real bed, a kitchenette with modern amenities, and an ensuite toilet, you'll have everything you need to enjoy a relaxing stay. While the site loves their furry friends, dogs are not allowed in the paddock or glamping options. Please note, the entrance to the campsite is under a stone railway bridge. The dimensions are 10.5ft (3.18m) high and 9ft (2.7m) wide. As it's made of stone, there are areas where the stones stick out, so larger vehicles should be aware.

The site is open for camping between March and October, yurts are available from 26th May and 14th September.

AA Pennants (3 Star)David Bellamy AwardTripadvisor cert. of ExcellenceBH & HPADuke of EdinburghCamping & Caravanning Club

Facilities and amenities

A facilities block houses 18 showers (including separate male and female disabled shower/toilet). Please note, showers are coin operated. There's also a large shop selling camping essentials as well as basics like bread, milk, eggs, local beers and ice creams. Free WiFi is available throughout the site.

If you need a lager shop there a few supermarkets in Swanage, just ten minutes from the site. The Scotts Arms pub is also just five minutes away.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets on site

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilet

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal

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WiFi


Map and address

Park address

Woodyhyde Campsite,

Valley Road, Corfe Castle, Swanage, Dorset, BH20 5HT

Coordinates

50.6213, -2.0375 | SY 97 80

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Woodyhyde Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Unaccompanied under 18's

Young children


There are 187 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

100 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 4 people

Grass pitches without electric hookup. Suitable tents, trailer tents, campervans and motorhomes.

60 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 4 people

Grass pitches with electric hookup. Suitable tents, trailer tents, campervans and motorhomes.


20 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 4 people

Hardstanding pitches with electric hookup.


Woodyhyde Campsite reviews

4.42 /5

31 reviews

97%

would recommend

Overall
4.42
Location
4.81
Value for money
4.48
Service
4.55
Facilities
4.13
Cleanliness
4.13

"The steam railway was also a bonus ... lots of waving to all the passengers"

Sharon F - Oct 2023

"Amazing views and location"

Paul H - Aug 2023


Good value campsite in a fabulous location

Frances M

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VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Grass PitchesOct 2024

Good value campsite in a fabulous location.

Mazda Bongo trial run

Richard T

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VW-Type Campervan - Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

Lovely location, especially the Swanage steam line running by! Paying extra for showers a bit disappointing but overall, very pleasant stay and nice you can choose your own pitch in 3 different areas.

Great site for money

Patricia B

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VW-Type Campervan - Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

It's a lovely site with washing facilities and tokens (50p) for showers. I probably chose the wrong spot as I was located very near a large group of lads who played music until late. The shop is great and well stocked and staff lovely.

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FAQ

Guests are welcome to check-in from 11am until 7pm for camping and touring and from 3pm until 7pm for glamping. Please advise the site if you are delayed. Check out is due before noon on your last day for camping, 10am for glamping.

The map can be found here.

Yes, four-legged friends are welcome to join you on your stay. Please note dogs are not allowed in glamping accommodation.

Yes, free WiFi is available throughout the site.

Yes, there's a large shop selling camping essentials as well as basics like bread, milk, eggs, local beers and ice creams.

Raised BBQs are permitted onsite. Sorry, open fires are not permitted.

Gazebos are allowed, pup tents and awnings are not permitted.


With so much going on within the Isle of Purbeck, no two days are ever the same. Take the opportunity to use Woodyhyde as a home-base to relax or participate in some of the other activities around.

The campsite is a great base for your holiday with the great beaches of Studland and Swanage within a 15 minute drive away with miles of golden sand to relax or play on!

Ideally situated for people who also enjoy a more active break, there are a numerous walks in and around the Purbeck countryside or along the magnificent Jurassic coastline making use of the popular South West Coast Path.

Fancy a family day out then you could take a trip on the Swanage Railway, which runs past the front of the campsite. You can even catch the train at Harmans Cross, which is just a 20 minute walk from the site.

During the summer, there are many special events taking place throughout Purbeck and the surrounding areas.

Things to do nearby:

  • Corfe Castle (5 minutes)
  • Dorset Adventure Park (10 minutes)
  • Putlake Adventure Farm (10 minutes)
  • Tank Museum (20 minutes)
  • Monkey World Centre (20 minutes)
  • Farmer Palmer's Farm Park (20 minutes)
The listing for Woodyhyde Campsite was last updated on December 12th, 2024 at 9:35 AM

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