Herston Caravan and Camping
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- Award-winning holiday park a mile from the beach in Swanage
- Half an hour's drive from Monkey World and Durdle Door
- Lively entertainment programme at the site's show bar
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
Powered grass campsite
6 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 7.0m width x 7.0m depth (23.0ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 49.0m² (527.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25) 1 night, 2 adults
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FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
8 people maximum Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Pitch size: Min 8.0m width x 10.0m depth (26.2ft width x 32.8ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £28 (£28) 1 night, 2 adults
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FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite (large)
8 people maximum Ground type: Cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Min 12.0m width x 12.0m depth (39.4ft width x 39.4ft depth) Calculated area: 144.0m² (1550.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £31 (£31) 1 night, 2 adults
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Bell tent
4 people maximum Dimensions: 5.0m width x 5.0m length (16.4ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 25.0m² (269.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £60 (£60) 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 40% of visitors View breakdown
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We arrived with a problem with our caravan. The lady in reception…
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FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: We arrived with a problem with our caravan. The lady in reception and chap in the shop were extremely helpful. Loved the location and the shortcut walk into Swanage centre.
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The fact that the pitch was fully serviced for water electricity and…
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FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: The fact that the pitch was fully serviced for water electricity and grey and black water dumping was very good.
Disliked: The site was scruffy . There seemed to be parts that were permanent, and looked shabby. With work vans and junk lying around. We used our own facilities shower etc . Staff seemed nice enough !
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Lovely rural site.
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Liked: This was our 2nd visit. Fully serviced pitch, all good. Toilets and showers very clean. Lovely location, short walk into Swanage.
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Poor site facilities, no reception no one around
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Liked: Only like was it was close to Swanage
Disliked: It was very expensive to pay 98 pounds for 2 nights with dirty shower rooms no reception to book in no one on site at all actually to ask about anything, crazy.
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Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches.half hour walk…
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Liked: Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches.half hour walk into Swanage on footpath, shop, bar,cafe, and snack bar. good views
Disliked: nothing
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Looking forward to going again.
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FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked: Fully serviced pitch. Clean toilet and showers. Plenty space. Short walk from site into Swanage .
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Probably worst site we have visted
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Liked: Location & views of the railway ideal for kids. Lovely walk into Swanage.
Disliked: If we had not been in a self contained unit we would have left the site, the facility’s were awful. Very run down & appeared to be a working yard/site. Lots of tired seasonal pitches making the place look a mess. Random white van car parks. Traffic early in the morning like vans leaving for work. Our pitch was next to a gravel track being used by these vehicles, BBQ was ruined due to the amount of dust being kicked up by vans & general traffic from the site. Dog mess Everywhere. Such a shame because this site could be amazing with a good tidy & declutter.
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Fab time at Herston will go back…
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Liked: Fab time at Herston will go back
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The site was quiet and toilet/shower facilities were great.…
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Powered grass campsite
Liked: The site was quiet and toilet/shower facilities were great.
Disliked: The only thing I would say is the grass needed cutting as it was quite long around the pitches. Also the electric hook up was covered in nettles and brambles so difficult to plug in.
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A friendly and safe campsite, which was perfect for our toddler and…
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Powered grass campsite
Liked: A friendly and safe campsite, which was perfect for our toddler and baby, the easy walk to Swanage beach was a highlight. Looking forward to going back next year!
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Features
Dogs allowed
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 Car parking by site/unit 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 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)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby 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
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 |
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| 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
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.
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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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 $44.91 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.