Herston Caravan and Camping
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- Holiday park one mile from the beach in Swanage
- Half an hour's drive from Monkey World and Durdle Door
- Visitor information, shop and takeaway on site; dogs welcome
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
8 
Powered grass campsite
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 7m width × 7m depth (49m²)
Arrival daysFrom £50 (£50)
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FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
6 people maximum Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Pitch size: Min 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £56 (£56)
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FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (large)
6 people maximum Ground type: Cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Min 12m width × 12m depth (144m²)
Arrival daysFrom £62 (£62)
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Bell tent
4 people maximum Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £130 (£130)
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Reviews
57% would recommend this site to a friend
58% would stay here again
What customers say
This campground has a great location with amazing views, an easy walk to Swanage. Staff are often praised as friendly and helpful, with generally clean washrooms. The shop and food truck are popular. Most found it peaceful and spacious, though some noted dated facilities and occasional noise.
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Last updated 2026-06-09
We will go back there because of the staff.
FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (large)
Liked Burger stand and shop and the staff went above and behond. Martin even droped us into swanage because my husband is on oxygen and we couldnt get a taxi. So thank you such much.
Disliked No dislikes
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Not bad but could be cleaner
Powered grass campsite
Liked The views
Disliked Toilet blocks were basic and not very clean.
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Very nice place would recommend and stay again.
Powered grass campsite
Liked The layout of the field, although big van from neighbouring section was encroaching into our space. The shop was great and Chantelle was very welcoming and great to chat to in the morning. The shower and toilet blocks were in a good location. Could do with maybe one or two more but no issues with waiting.
Disliked Nothing at all, although shop could open a little earlier.
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Well located campsite. Camping field was…
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Anonymous Powered grass campsite
Liked Well located campsite. Camping field was pleasant, relatively quiet. Showers and toilet block clean and well equipped. Staff very friendly and helpful. Weather was amazing but we were lucky.
Disliked Pitches with electric are relatively small so you end up pretty close to your neighbours.
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Would not tecommend
FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked Lovation
Disliked Amenities, queuing for showers, dribble of water if lucky. Not cleaned during 3 days I was there. Too many seasonal pitches looked so untidy and unkept
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Friendly down to earth service.…
Anonymous FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (large)
Liked Friendly down to earth service.
Disliked Showers dribbled out and very dirty! Probably because there was little or no water coming out!
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FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (large)
Liked Alles dabei was man braucht...
Riesige Anlage...
War schön dort.
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Would love to go back once all the work is completed.
Anonymous FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (large)
Liked Location and people
Disliked The showers and toilets are being upgraded which is fine however the water pressure was so bad the new shower block was basically unusable as a shower.
Our fully serviced pitch didn't have access to a drain and the water was shared from the adjacent pitch so the hose did not reach.
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Would definitely recommend quite reasonable and close to the beach
FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked We have been here many times and it’s so close to the beach and the staff are always friendly. Don’t think we would go anywhere else in Swanage.
Disliked Showers could be a little bit cleanup but to be honest it’s mainly the floors and the toilet. It’s always seem to be clean the toilet roll holders need to be fixed but it’s nothing major
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The toilet block/ trailers were very…
Powered grass campsite
Liked The toilet block/ trailers were very good!
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Features
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Large (51-200 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Gray water hook-up for RVs/trailers Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Herston Caravan and Camping
Washpond Lane
Swanage
Dorset
England
BH19 3DJ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.61816°N
1.97913°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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 | 1.6 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Studland Knoll House | 4.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Shell Bay North | 7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Sandbanks Peninsular | 8.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Shore Road Beach | 9.2 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Swanage Railway 1.6 km
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 4.8 km
Corfe Castle 6.1 km
Brownsea Island 8 km
Dorset Cruises 13.1 km
National Trust
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 3.5 km
Corfe Castle 6 km
Brownsea Island 7.9 km
White Mill 21.5 km
Kingston Lacy 21.7 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Herston - Worth Matravers - Corfe 0.6 km
Swanage to Corfe Circular Walk 3 km
Durlston Castle Historic Landscape 3 km
Studland - Old Harry - Ballard Down - Studland 3.6 km
Worth Matravers - Cliffs, Caves and Chapel 4.7 km
Local events
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026)
Wareham, England 16.3 km
- Tankfest (Friday, June 26, 2026 – Friday, June 26, 2026)
Wareham, England 20.5 km
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Saturday, September 5, 2026)
Dorchester, England 33.5 km
- New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, July 28, 2026 – Tuesday, July 28, 2026)
Brockenhurst, England 37.2 km
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 Herston Caravan and Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Herston Caravan and Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Herston Caravan and Camping? A five-minute drive gets you into Swanage for sandy walks, sandcastle building, splashing about and more serious watersports. To kayak round the cliffs and coves of the Jurassic Coast, make for Knoll … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Herston Caravan and Camping?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Herston Caravan and Camping? From $93.27 (for 2 nights, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.