At the heart of the Jurassic Coast is this crescent of long beach beside deep blue waters and spotted with lagoons. Along the way it passes picturesque Portland Harbour, Hamm Beach and a host of heritage wildlife you won't want to miss. With over 18 miles to explore, and Dorset begging to be explored, your staycation wouldn't be the same without these superb campsites near Chesil Beach.
Warmwell, Dorchester, Dorset (11.8 miles)
A caravan park where peace and tranquillity come as standard. Seasonal pitches only.
Netherbury, Bridport, Dorset (12.2 miles)
A unique stay near to Bridport and West Bay sleeping in a Victorian railway carriage, ideal for families of four.
Evershot, Dorchester, Dorset (12.2 miles)
Touring and camping at a park in the heart of the countryside, home of a go-karting circuit, near Dorchester.
Beaminster, Dorset (13.4 miles)
Vintage style shepherd's huts and a yurt with stunning views, hot tubs, en-suites and fire pits!
Dorchester, Dorset (13.4 miles)
Idyllic staycations in Dorset countryside with camping pitches for exclusive use and stylish bell tent glamping.
Piddletrenthide, Dorchester, Dorset (13.7 miles)
Luxury ensuite adult-only shepherd's huts with outdoor bathtubs, situated 15 minutes from Dorchester.
Winfrith Newburgh, Dorset (13.9 miles)
Pre-erected bell tent glamping for families with onsite animals. Five minutes from Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door.
Charmouth, Dorset (14 miles)
Dog friendly holiday park nestled beside the World Heritage village of Charmouth, and perfect for family holidays.
Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester, Dorset (14.1 miles)
Small, peaceful, family run CL site in Winfrith Newburgh, close to the beaches. Open year round.
Whitchurch Canonicorum, Bridport, Dorset (14.2 miles)
Small, rural and luxurious camping, touring and glamping site - with on site spa, fishing and art classes.
Dorchester, Dorset (14.2 miles)
Woodland site with private fire pits and group pitches, 20 minutes to Dorchester and 30 minutes to Durdle Door
Charmouth, Dorset (14.3 miles)
Family friendly holiday park for tents and tourers with onsite swimming pool and ten minute walk to the beach.
East Knighton, Wareham, Dorset (14.4 miles)
Friendly and family run camping site for tents and small campervans, just four miles to Durdle Door and Lulworth,
Wareham, Dorset (14.4 miles)
A family-owned park with unrivalled access to the famous limestone arch at Durdle Door.
Middlemarsh, Sherborne, Dorset (16.2 miles)
A small rural site perfect for tourers looking for some peace and quiet, with beautiful countryside walks and views
Charmouth, Bridport, Dorset (16.7 miles)
Family friendly camping on the grounds of a large country house, with spacious grass pitches for tents.
Uplyme, Lyme Regis, Dorset (17.1 miles)
A Hideaway Site offering amazing sea views and ideally placed for touring Devon, Dorset or historic Lyme Regis.
Charmouth, Dorset (17.2 miles)
A popular seaside family site located near the historic Jurassic coastline with stunning its beaches.
Hawkchurch, Axminster, Devon (17.2 miles)
Peaceful, dog friendly touring with campfires near great beaches, the Jurassic Coast and the lovely Dorset AONB.
Lyme Regis, Devon (17.7 miles)
Award-winning site with a kids' playground and crazy golf, 10 minutes from Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast.
East Stoke, Wareham, Dorset (18.2 miles)
A quick drive from beaches, Durdle Door and Monkey World, this dog friendly site is your base in the Dorset AONB.
Haselbury Plucknett, Crewkerne, Somerset (18.3 miles)
A romantic and dog friendly 1940s wartime shepherd's with a hot tub, just above the Dorset AONB.
Haselbury Plucknett, Crewkerne, Somerset (18.7 miles)
Glamp in a showman's caravans or shepherd's hut, in a stunning setting with magnificent listed buildings.
Crewkerne, Somerset (18.8 miles)
Award-winning campsite set amongst ancient Somerset woodland with fire pits and an onsite coffee/beer hut.
East Chinnock , Somerset (18.9 miles)
Enjoy exclusive use of this picturesque glamping site, with luxury bell tents and a private chef.
Stoford, Yeovil, Somerset (19.1 miles)
A members only, dog friendly site offering great access to Yeovil Showground and the nearby Dorset AONB.
Kings Stag, Sturminster Newton, Dorset (19.4 miles)
An almost wild campsite for tents in the heart of The Blackmore Vale set on a working family farm. Dog friendly.
Fordscroft, Crewkerne, Somerset (19.5 miles)
An adult only haven in reach of the Dorset AONB and coast with an exquisite range of en-suite shepherd's huts.
Fordscroft, Crewkerne, Somerset (19.5 miles)
Adult only luxury stays in a unique treehouse, a boutique cabin and two fairytale roundhouses in Somerset
Tytherleigh, Axminster, Devon (19.7 miles)
A luxury indulgence and country charm holiday experience in Devon in the Axe Valley and near the Devonshire Coast.