Boasting a seven mile stretch of golden sand, Bournemouth Beach remains a popular day out by the sea. Whether you're enjoying some candy floss at the pier, hiring a beach hut, or taking in the stunning views towards the Isle of Wight, start the day at one of our campsites near Bournemouth Beach.
Damerham, Fordingbridge, Hampshire (15.8 miles)
A quiet, 25-acre rural campsite on the edge of the New Forest, just ten minutes to Fordingbridge. Groups welcome.
4.71 /5
Brockenhurst, Hampshire (16.5 miles)
A peaceful campsite with wild ponies and donkeys roaming. Five minutes to Brockenhurst and 15 minutes to Lymington.
4.57 /5
Fritham, Hampshire (16.6 miles)
Back to basics camping and touring in the New Forest. Surrounded by free roaming wildlife and walking trails.
4.5 /5
Fritham, Hampshire (17 miles)
Peaceful and tranquil back to basics campsite in the New Forest surrounded by ancient beechwood. For adults only.
Yarmouth, Isle of Wight (17.6 miles)
Family and dog friendly glamping cabins on the Isle of Wight. Onsite farm park, aqua park, restaurant and more!
Lyndhurst, Hampshire (18 miles)
Almost wild camping and touring, ten minutes from Beaulieu. Set in the New Forest, great for wildlife spotting!
Lyndhurst, Hampshire (18.1 miles)
Peaceful, almost wild camping in a secluded spot in the New Forest. Spot free-roaming wild animals onsite!
Ashurst, Hampshire (19.1 miles)
Family friendly campsite in the New Forest. Within a ten minute walk of pubs, a train station and scenic trails!
Dorchester, Dorset (19.5 miles)
Family run site set in a 20 acre field on an organic farm within easy reach to the Purbeck Heritage coast.
4.65 /5
Owermoigne, Dorchester, Dorset (19.8 miles)
Family and dog friendly park with a shop, play park and more. 15 minutes to Durdle Door and the Jurassic Coast!
4.66 /5
Ringwood, Hampshire (6.7 miles)
Back to nature camping at a New Forest family park with a pool, gym, restaurant, entertainment and fab activities.
Furzehill, Wimborne, Dorset (8.5 miles)
Brushing the Cranborne Chase AONB, this is a dog and family friendly escape with a pool, near the South Coast.
Wimborne, Dorset (11.8 miles)
The seaside resorts of the south coast and the beautiful New Forest are within easy reach of this tranquil site.
Milford on Sea, Hampshire (12.6 miles)
Set in 8 acres of well-maintained parkland, Lytton Lawn offers spectacular views of the Isle of Wight and Solent.
Moreton, Dorchester, Dorset (18.8 miles)
Located in the heart of Wessex, Moreton is perfect for camping holidays spent exploring Dorset's beautiful beaches.
West Parley, Ferndown, Dorset (4.5 miles)
Camping and touring 15 mins from the New Forest and near to Bournemouth and beaches. Open year round.
Sopley, Christchurch, Dorset (6.4 miles)
Group glamping in spacious bell tents on the outskirts of the New Forest. Ideal for hen dos and birthday parties.
Swanage, Dorset (7.4 miles)
Family and pet friendly tent and touring holiday park nestled under the Purbeck Hills with indoor pool, restaurant.
Clayford, Wimborne, Dorset (7.7 miles)
A rural family friendly site just 30 minutes from Bournemouth and Sandbanks beaches. Ten minute walk to a pub.
Lytchett Minster, Poole, Dorset (7.7 miles)
An award-winning 5-star campsite, located in stunning parkland just 3 miles from Poole and the Jurassic coast.
Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset (7.7 miles)
This small family park offers a base from which you can explore the unspoilt New Forest and surrounding areas.
Swanage, Dorset (8.1 miles)
Beach camping and glamping bell tents with golf on site, very close to Swanage Steam Railway and pier.
Corfe Mullen, Dorset (8.2 miles)
A peaceful yurt glamping experience for a woodland family getaway with relaxing onsite holistic massages.
Swanage, Dorset (8.8 miles)
Small touring site in Dorset AONB, just ten minutes from Swanage Bay. Dog friendly.
Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, Dorset (8.9 miles)
A spacious, dog friendly family park, near Moors Valley Country Park, the New Forest, a pub and several beaches.
Swanage, Dorset (9 miles)
Small, friendly and family run farm camping site situated in Purbeck with grass pitches close to Swanage beach.
Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, Dorset (9 miles)
A tranquil, family friendly site with pitches close to Moors Valley Country Park and the New Forest.
Swanage, Dorset (9.2 miles)
Small, family friendly tent and campervan site with shepherd's hut. Located minutes from South West Coast Path.
Harmans Cross, Swanage, Dorset (9.2 miles)
Back-to-basics, family friendly tent and tourer camping located next to the Swanage steam trains Railway.
Lytchett Matravers, Poole, Dorset (9.5 miles)
Family-friendly camping and glamping with fantastic views over Poole Harbour. Campfires welcome!