The Railway Campsite
From £15 For 1 night, 2 adults
- Eight-acre field with Swanage Railway steam trains passing by
- A 10-minute drive to Swanage Beach; 35 minutes to Durdle Door
- Off-ground barbecues and firepits allowed; dogs welcome
Site type
50
3
Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.- At least one of the party members must be aged 16 or over.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 4 Jul to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
10 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6.0m width x 6.0m depth (19.7ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 36.0m² (387.5ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £15 1 night, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
10 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6.0m width x 6.0m depth (19.7ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 36.0m² (387.5ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 72% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
On arrival we we a little worried as if it quite hilly!…
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Liked: On arrival we we a little worried as if it quite hilly! However we found the perfect spot to park our Motorhome. It was a lovely lovely site, right next to the railway, we took the steam train from Harlan’s cross (right next door) to Swanage (15 minute journey) whilst at the site the steam trains would pass by and people wave to the children. Big open space for my little ones to fly their kites.
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The relaxed friendly approach to the campsite in a fab location…
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Liked: The relaxed friendly approach to the campsite in a fab location
Disliked: The compost toilets, however the price was super so you get what you pay for and they were kept really clean.
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Basic campsite. Loved the Steam trains going past everyone waving . Very chilled…
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Liked: Basic campsite. Loved the Steam trains going past everyone waving . Very chilled
Disliked: Showers kept going cold Dogs running around was a bit annoying and doing there business .
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Really good site in a beautiful part of the country.
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Liked: The surrounding views
Disliked: A little too basic for me but that is what is advertised so not a complaint!
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Really lovely friendly campsite and great location for activities!
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Liked: The campsite was very spacious and had a really nice friendly feel with lots of people building campfires and speaking to their neighbours! The shower facilities were basic but very clean and very warm - we quite liked the outdoorsy, rustic feel of them.
Disliked: The toilets were quite smelly but mainly due to the nature of them. They were perfectly serviceable during our stay. Due to the rain the entrance to the campsite also became quite muddy and hard to drive through in our little hatchback. Would recommend approaching with speed!!
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Nice relaxed campsite 👍🏻…
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Liked: Nice relaxed campsite 👍🏻
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Great location! There was plenty of space to pitch and freedom to…
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Liked: Great location! There was plenty of space to pitch and freedom to choose your space. Site owners were great. Showers were hot!!!!
Disliked: Some of the toilet latches meant there was less privacy!!
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Great site, laid back friendly owners and a beautiful location
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Liked: The compost toilets, the super warm showers, the friendly owners.
Disliked: Nothing
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Great basic campsite with lovely views!
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Liked: Nice site, friendly and welcoming. Good clean facilities. Our little ones loved watching the trains passing by. Family friendly as quiet enough in the evenings and nights. Will definitely go beack.
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Liked: Nice peaceful campsite, it wasn"t overfilled or crowded. Hot showers worked. Plenty of level pitches.
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Features
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
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
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
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
D. of E. welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
Themes
Budget/backpacker
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
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
Shop nearby
Type
Farm
Large (51-200 pitches)
Pop-up campsite
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing nearby
Cycle hire 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
The Railway Campsite
Sunny Glade
Haycrafts Lane
Harmans Cross
Swanage
Dorset
England
BH19 3EB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.61958°N
-2.0239°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanage Central | 2.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Studland Knoll House | 3.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Kimmeridge Bay | 4.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Shell Bay North | 5.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Sandbanks Peninsular | 6.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Corfe Castle 2 mi
Swanage Railway 2.9 mi
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 3.8 mi
Brownsea Island 5.6 mi
Lulworth Castle & Park 8.2 mi
National Trust
Corfe Castle 1.9 mi
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 3.6 mi
Brownsea Island 5.6 mi
Clouds Hill 12.1 mi
White Mill 12.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Worth Matravers - Cliffs, Caves and Chapel 1.6 mi
Worth Matravers - Winspit - Dancing Ledge 1.6 mi
Corfe - Nine Barrows Down - Swanage 2 mi
Herston - Worth Matravers - Corfe 2 mi
The Purbecks - Castle and Coastal 2.2 mi
Local events
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday 25 July 2024 – Thursday 25 July 2024)
Wareham, Dorset 8.2 mi
- Tankfest (Friday 28 June 2024 – Friday 28 June 2024)
Wareham, Dorset 10.9 mi
- Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday 19 July 2024 – Friday 19 July 2024)
Dorchester, Dorset 14.9 mi
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 7 September 2024 – Saturday 7 September 2024)
Dorchester, Dorset 19 mi
- New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday 30 July 2024 – Tuesday 30 July 2024)
Brockenhurst, Hampshire 24.6 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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Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: 4 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Railway Campsite? From £15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.