Bullshorn Camping

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  • Peaceful adults-only site on the Isle of Purbeck
  • Five minutes' drive to Swanage, Corfe Castle and coast path
  • Dog-friendly pitches; bus stop just outside
On the hunt for a pretty and peaceful base for an Isle of Purbeck break? Bullshorn Camping could well be the place – this small and friendly site has an adults-only setup that’s just the ticket for couples and solo travellers looking to unwind in this gorgeous part of the world. Walkers and cyclists are particularly well served at this Dorset spot, with lots of quiet trails running through the surrounding area and the chance for a seaside stroll on the South West Coast Path close by too. Beaches, historic sights and the many attractions of the Jurassic Coast are all within striking distance too, and getting around should be nice and easy thanks to the bus stop just by the site. Swanage (five minutes’ drive) is your nearest town, with a beach and heritage railway as well as lots of lovely places to eat and shop. Barbecues and campfires are permitted back on site, so you may like to pick up suitable supplies while you’re there – although there is a pub half a mile away if that’s more your scene. The emphasis here is on creating a calm atmosphere for a chilled-out break, so facilities have been kept to just the essentials in the form of smart modern toilets and showers; no noisy bar or anything here.

Site type

Tent pitches 30
Motorhome pitches 30
Opens 10 July
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
  • Single-sex bookings of 5 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 5 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 10 Jul to

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Bullshorn Camping

Bullshorn Field

Valley Road

Swanage

Dorset

England

BH19 3DX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.61647°N
2.00013°W

Nearest transport

Coach
1.8 mi Bus Station
2.8 mi East Street
2.8 mi East Street
Rail
7.2 mi Poole Rail Station
7.3 mi Wareham Rail Station
7.4 mi Holton Heath Rail Station
Ferry
4.9 mi Shell Bay Ferry Terminal
5.1 mi Sandbanks Ferry Terminal
5.3 mi Brownsea Island Ferry Landing
Airport
13.4 mi Bournemouth International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Swanage (for beach, pier and indie shops/cafés): five minutes’ drive - Dancing Ledge: five minutes - Corfe Castle: five minutes - Swanage Railway: five minutes - Studland beach: 10 minutes - Old Harry Rocks: 15 minutes - Durlston Country Park & National Nature Reserve: 15 minutes - Monkey World: 25 minutes - The Tank Museum: 25 minutes - Kimmeridge Bay: 25 minutes - Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door: half an hour.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Swanage Central 1.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Studland Knoll House 3.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Shell Bay North 4.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Sandbanks Peninsular 5.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Kimmeridge Bay 5.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Swanage Railway 1.8 mi

Corfe Castle 3 mi

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 3.4 mi

Brownsea Island 5.3 mi

Dorset Cruises 8.8 mi

National Trust

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 2.9 mi

Corfe Castle 2.9 mi

Brownsea Island 5.3 mi

Clouds Hill 13.1 mi

White Mill 13.3 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Herston - Worth Matravers - Corfe 0.9 mi

Worth Matravers - Cliffs, Caves and Chapel 2.1 mi

Worth Matravers - Winspit - Dancing Ledge 2.1 mi

Swanage to Corfe Circular Walk 2.4 mi

Durlston Castle Historic Landscape 2.5 mi

Local events

  • Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Wareham, Dorset 9.2 mi

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday, 5 September 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026)

    Dorchester, Dorset 20 mi

  • New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 28 July 2026 – Tuesday, 28 July 2026)

    Brockenhurst, Hampshire 23.9 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Bullshorn Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Bullshorn Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Bullshorn Camping? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Swanage (for beach, pier and indie shops/cafés): five minutes’ drive - Dancing Ledge: five minutes - Corfe Castle: five minutes - Swanage Railway: five minutes - … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Bullshorn Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Bullshorn Camping? From £36 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.