Waterside Holiday Park & Spa

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  • Stunning 5* coastal holiday park with luxury holiday homes & features
  • Ultimate "Glamping" experience in our private Safari Village
For a coastal holiday park in Dorset with luxurious accommodation and 5 star leisure facilities, you need look no further than Waterside Holiday Park & Spa, set right alongside Weymouth's Bowleaze Cove. Here you can experience "glamping" like never before in a Safari Lodge with hot tub, or relax in comfort in one of our luxury self-catering Caravans. Be sure to make time to enjoy all of the park's activities and facilities, as well as our daytime and evening fun and entertainment programmes. Our Safari Village is a selection of superb Deluxe & Signature lodges in a private landscaped community which include all your home comforts for an ultimate holiday experience. Whether you come here with your family or as a couple, our accommodation will offer you a first class holiday on the famous Jurassic coast, and a truly memorable stay.

Site type

Caravans for hire 180
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 12

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

This site is a member of Waterside Holiday Group group.

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Hot tub

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Waterslide

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

Local produce

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

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Themes

Luxury

Peaceful

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

Small (11-25 pitches)

Very large (over 200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Leisure/theme park nearby

Outdoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Surf school nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

Waterside Holiday Park & Spa

Bowleaze Cove

Weymouth

Dorset

England

DT3 6PP

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.6396°N
-2.4172°W

Nearest transport

Coach
2.5 mi Marks and Spencer
4.9 mi South Station
13.9 mi Red Lion
Rail
2.2 mi Upwey Rail Station
2.3 mi Weymouth Rail Station
4.9 mi Dorchester South Rail Station
Ferry
2.6 mi Weymouth Ferry Terminal
19.2 mi Poole Ferry Terminal
19.6 mi Poole Quay Ferry Landing
Airport
27.4 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

Our part of Dorset is almost entirely an area of outstanding natural beauty, with spectacular and unique sites to visit. Take a look below for an idea of the great places to visit in the area. Our knowledgeable staff are more than happy to help if you're after something a little different. Weymouth Seafront & Harbour Enjoy a seaside resort's favourite lunch with fish and chips on Weymouth beach. And afterwards, go crabbing at Weymouth Harbour or explore the rock pools at Bowleaze Cove. Weymouth Sea Life Adventure Park Discover an outdoor park with fantastic rides and marine creatures plus a watery play area! Discounted tickets available from Waterside Reception. Jurassic Skyline Fantastic views over Weymouth, the Bay and on towards the Jurassic coastline! Discounted tickets available from reception. Nothe Fort Located at the entrance to Weymouth Harbour the Fort is a labyrinth of underground passageways and outdoor areas with stunning views of the Jurassic Coast. MFA Superbowl Have a fun afternoon bowling and playing arcade games - fun for all the family no matter how old you are! Chesil Beach Go for a late afternoon stroll along Chesil Beach or partake in a spot of fishing while looking out to sea Take a blanket and some snacks to sit and enjoy the early evening sunset and stunning views next to the lighthouse at Portland Bill. Portland The Isle of Portland is a limestone tied island. 8 kilometres south of the resort of Weymouth, and the southernmost point of Dorse.t. Abbotsbury Children's Farm A place full of indoor and outdoor fun where kids can cuddle guinea pigs, bottle feed baby goats, race toy tractors, ride ponies and more. Abbotsbury Swannery Walk through a colony of nesting Mute Swans and from mid-May to June you can watch baby swans hatch. Discounted tickets available from Waterside Reception. Jurassic Kayak Tours Explore the world heritage Jurassic coastline by kayak, marvel at the amazing rock formations, relax in secluded coves and enjoy marine life at its natural habitat. Durdle Door A natural limestone arch near Lulworth in Dorset. One of the most photographed landmarks on the Jurassic Coast. Lulworth Cove and Castle Take a walk around Lulworth Cove's pebble beach, have a sit down and let the kids play in the sea while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Or visit nearby Durdle Door or Kimmeridge for some fossil-hunting. Monkey World The 65-acre park is home to over 240 rescued and endangered primates of 17 different species. Great ape play area, keeper's talks and guided tours. The Tank Museum, Bovington Brings the story of tanks and tank crew to life, supported by the world's best collection of tanks and boasting action packed live displays. Farmer Palmer's Farm Park Specifically designed for children 0-8 and their families. Animal activities, bouncy castles, soft play zone, woodland walk, maize maze and more! Splashdown, Tower Park Great water flume rides and little ones can have a splash around in the kiddies area and toddler pool. Poole Quay Stroll around Poole Quay, sit and relax and enjoy a drink and a spot of lunch outside one of the pubs while watching the boats come in. Blue Pool & Teahouse Walk around the pool with its constantly changing colours and take a look around the museum. Or enjoy a piece of cake, cream tea or delicious Dorset ice cream in the quaint tea rooms. Brownsea Island, Poole Take the boat to Brownsea Island and enjoy a leisurely stroll while looking out for native red squirrels.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Bowleaze Cove 0.3 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Weymouth Lodmoor 1.4 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Weymouth Central 2.3 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Ringstead Bay 2.9 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Portland Harbour Castle Cove 3.5 mi Sea N/A Excellent N/A N/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Weymouth Sea Life Park and Marine Sanctuary 1.6 mi

Radipole Lake Nature Reserve 2.5 mi

Hardy's Birthplace 6.4 mi

Lulworth Heritage Centre 7.4 mi

Abbotsbury Swannery 8.1 mi

National Trust

Max Gate 4.8 mi

Hardy's Cottage 6.3 mi

Clouds Hill 9 mi

Corfe Castle 15.7 mi

White Mill 19.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

LODMOOR (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 25/11/2004) 1.2 mi

Lodmoor Nature Reserve - Littlemoor - Preston 1.4 mi

Osmington Mills - Ringstead - Upton 1.9 mi

RADIPOLE LAKE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/10/1990) 2.4 mi

Nottington - Lorton - Radipole 2.7 mi

Local events

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday 7 September 2024 – Saturday 7 September 2024)

    Dorchester, Dorset 5.7 mi

  • Tankfest (Friday 28 June 2024 – Friday 28 June 2024)

    Wareham, Dorset 8.5 mi

  • Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday 25 July 2024 – Thursday 25 July 2024)

    Wareham, Dorset 9.2 mi

  • Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday 19 July 2024 – Friday 19 July 2024)

    Dorchester, Dorset 9.3 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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