Durdle Door, Near Lulworth
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Campsites near the beach in Dorset

Campsites near the beach in Dorset are ideal for seaside escapes along the iconic Jurassic Coast. Stay close to Weymouth, Lyme Regis or Bridport for sandy beaches, swimming and seaside treats like ice cream and fish and chips. Explore fossil-rich shores, discover Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, or enjoy watersports at Sandbanks. With dramatic cliffs and classic seaside fun, these Dorset camping sites put the coast right on your doorstep!

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61 campsites near the beach in Dorset

Cummins Farm, Charmouth, Bridport, DorsetPlaceholder image
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Cummins Farm

Charmouth, Bridport, Dorset

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4.8 /5

121 reviews

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Peaceful, family run site on the Jurassic Coast, five minutes to Lyme Regis and Charmouth. Family and dog friendly.

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Pitches: 26 x Grass Pitches with Optional Electric, 28 x Non Electric Grass Pitches


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Freshwater Beach Holiday Park

Burton Bradstock, Bridport, Dorset

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4.71 /5

147 reviews

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Family holiday park with a private beach! Onsite swimming pools, bowling, entertainment, restaurant and sports bar.

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Pitches: 315 x Electric Grass Pitches (Main Field), 51 x Fully Serviced Hardstanding Pitches (Main Field)


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Portesham Dairy Farm Campsite

Portesham, Weymouth, Dorset

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4.81 /5

123 reviews

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Family run camping/touring site with farm vending machines. A five minute walk to a pub, 15 minutes to Weymouth!


Pitches: 34 x Semi Serviced Hardstanding Pitches (Medium), 19 x Semi Serviced Grass Pitches (Medium)


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Holmsley Campsite

Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset

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4.71 /5

156 reviews

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Peaceful campsite on a former airfield in the New Forest. Onsite shop and play park, just 15 minutes to the beach!


Pitches: 57 x Electric Grass Pitches, 21 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches


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Woodyhyde Campsite

Swanage, Dorset

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4.54 /5

74 reviews

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Camping site set in the heart of the Purbeck countryside, a short distance from Swanage and Corfe Castle.


Pitches: 60 x Electric Grass Pitches, 100 x Non Electric Grass Pitches


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Rosewall Camping, Osmington Mills, Weymouth, DorsetPlaceholder image
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Rosewall Camping

Osmington Mills, Weymouth, Dorset

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4.8 /5

179 reviews

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Family site with fishing and horse riding nearby, and views of Weymouth Bay. A 15 minute walk to a rocky beach.

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50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

x 10

8m x 8m


Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping, Melplash, Bridport, DorsetPlaceholder image
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Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping

Melplash, Bridport, Dorset

Opens 30 April

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4.94 /5

73 reviews

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Traditional dog camping on a cider farm with panoramic countryside views. Just 15 minutes from West Bay beach.

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9 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

x 6

6m long


Buckland Campsite, Buckland Ripers, Weymouth, DorsetPlaceholder image
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Buckland Campsite

Buckland Ripers, Weymouth, Dorset

Opens 22 May

Star

4.85 /5

79 reviews

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Peaceful family-run site, with views over the rolling Dorset countryside, 15 minutes from Weymouth.


Pitches: 30 x Electric Grass Pitches, 20 x Non Electric Grass Pitches


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Higher Moor Farm Campsite

Nottington, Weymouth, Dorset

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4.95 /5

12 reviews

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Camping and boutique glamping on the Jurassic Coast. 15 minutes from Weymouth with its sandy beach and harbour.


Pitches: 20 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches , 50 x Electric Hardstanding and Grass Pitches


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Hook Farm

Lyme Regis, Dorset

Star

4.74 /5

58 reviews

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Rural, family and dog friendly camping, touring and glamping. Five minutes from Lyme Regis and the beach!


Pitches: 20 x Medium Electric Grass Campervan Pitches, 25 x Large Electric Grass Tent Pitches


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Pineapple Farm Holidays

Salway Ash, Bridport, Dorset

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4.81 /5

63 reviews

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97%

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Adult-only, dog friendly site with complimentary fire pits in the Dorset AONB, 15 minutes from Bridport and beach.

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Pitches: 8 x Electric Grass Pitches (Honeysuckle), 4 x Large Electric Grass Pitches (Foxglove)


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Burnbake Campsite

Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset

Star

4.65 /5

91 reviews

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92%

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Family back-to-nature camping and glamping, 15 minutes to the Jurassic Coast! Onsite shop, play area and more.


Pitches: 30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 30 x Non Electric Woodland Grass Pitches


Thorncombe Farm, Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester, DorsetPlaceholder image
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Thorncombe Farm

Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester, Dorset

Opens 1 May

Star

4.86 /5

25 reviews

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Quiet camping, touring and glamping bell tent site with campfires and dogs welcome. Set in idyllic Hardy Country.


Pitches: 25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches, 5 x Bell Tents


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The Dorset Hideaway

Whitchurch Canonicorum, Bridport, Dorset

Star

4.49 /5

16 reviews

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Camping, touring and glamping with hot tubs, 15 minutes to Lyme Regis and beaches. Onsite spa and fishing ponds!


Pitches: 8 x Electric Grass Pitches (with Picnic Benches and Fire Pits), 20 x Electric Grass Pitches


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Primrose Fields Campsite

East Stoke, Wareham, Dorset

Opens 22 May

Star

4.79 /5

92 reviews

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Family camping with campfires on a wildflower meadow, near Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World and Lulworth.


50 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

x 15

10m long


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Hobby Farm Holidays

Whitchurch Canonicorum, Bridport, Dorset

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4.79 /5

55 reviews

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Adult-only camping and charming shepherd's huts in the Dorset AONB, within 15 minutes of Lyme Regis and Charmouth.


Pitches: 14 x Non Electric Grass and Hardstanding Pitches, Badger's Retreat Ensuite Shepherd's Hut (Dog Friendly)


Zambuka Campsite, Osmington, Weymouth, DorsetPlaceholder image
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Zambuka Campsite

Osmington, Weymouth, Dorset

Star

4.6 /5

42 reviews

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Small, adult only farm site with panoramic views, just 15 minutes from Durdle Door. Open year round.


10 x Grass and Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric)

x 4


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Coppet Hill

Bridport, Dorset

Star

4.89 /5

16 reviews

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Family nature orientated camping with private bathrooms, plus quirky glamping land pods and Lotus Belle tents.


Pitches: Sunflower Non Electric Grass Pitch with Private Toilet, Blackcap Non Electric Grass Pitch with Private Toilet


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Huntick Retreat

Lytchet Matravers, Poole, Dorset

Star

4.52 /5

58 reviews

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88%

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Adult-only (16+), dog-friendly touring and camping park for a peaceful getaway in the Dorset countryside.


Pitches: 14 x Grass Pitches (Optional Electric), 18 x Serviced Hardstanding Pitches (Optional Electric)


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Chalk Meadow

Dorchester, Dorset

Opens 24 April

Star

4.85 /5

30 reviews

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Small and peaceful rural campsite in the Dorset AONB, ten minutes from Dorchester. Dog friendly.


Pitches: 15 x Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitches, 30 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches


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The gorgeous beaches, historic Jurassic Coast and quaint seaside towns of Dorset are perfect for any beachside getaway. Here are some of the very best campsites in the area.

Lyme Regis is one of the most popular spots in Dorset, a world famous area of coastline. Bournemouth has several stunning spots, from the pier to Southbourne, and Chesil's unusual shape and gorgeous views can't be beat.

With lots of seaside fun, there are plenty of family-friendly sites in Dorset for all to enjoy, right here.