Golden Cap Holiday Park

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The area surrounding the park
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Non-electric field
The area surrounding the park
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  • Part of a 2,000-acre National Trust estate on the Jurassic Coast
  • A 150-metre stroll from a beach for sea angling and fossil hunting
  • Fishing lake, play area and shop on site
Want to feel on top of the world? Travel down to Dorset and Golden Cap, the highest point on the south coast of England and part of a 2000-acre National Trust estate. Golden Cap Holiday Park is the most cap-tastic place to take all this in, as it’s surrounded by peaceful Dorset countryside and part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. And, as should be expected in Dorset, it’s right next to the water – in the seaside village of Seatown and 150 metres from a shingle beach known for its sea angling and fossil hunting. Facilities at the park are excellent – there are two big modern shower/toilet blocks, a launderette and a well-stocked shop. Wifi is available across the whole park priced from an hour to a season – just buy a ticket online. Guests can also pay to use the leisure facilities at the other West Dorset Leisure Holiday Park in the area, Highlands End Holiday Park which has a sauna/steam room and a heated indoor pool. And if you just can’t bring yourself to walk that 150 metres for some beach fishing, you can take it easy instead at Golden Cap’s own fishing lake.

Campground type

Tent sites 54
Camper sites 30
RV sites 30
Mobile homes for rent 24
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 6
Open now
Opens March 29, 2024
Please note
  • 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).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The grocery shop is open between 07/02 and 09/13.
  • Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
  • The indoor swimming pool is open between 03/03 and 12/18.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • The Spar shop on site is closed during December, January and February. There is a Spar shop in Chideock, one mile from the park.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Mar 29 2024 to

This campground is a member of West Dorset Leisure Holidays group.

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Campsite types & availability

Accommodation

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Reviews

9

Overall rating from 152 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Spectacular sceneryPeacefulHikers’ paradise

91% would recommend this campground to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite offers stunning sea views and easy access to coastal walks, a beach, and a pub. Generally well-regarded for clean, modern facilities, a well-stocked shop, and efficient check-in. Minor drawbacks: narrow access roads, occasional pitch leveling issues, and some facilities are a walk away.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Excellent site, highly recommended will be back soon as

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Michael B.

Big Berries primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Had an amazing time with our family beach 5 min walk lots of hiking if you like walking to see some spectacular views,
Toilets on camping field need to be cleaned more than once a day no fault of there own it's the kids of the parents who don't want to look after them and let them do what they want but you always get one lot other than that we had great time not a lot to do with kids like many camping grounds so don't forget your own games and toys

Recommend to friends Visit again

The swimming pool at sister site. Especially thankful for Kate who worked…

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Quinton G.

Big Berries primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked The swimming pool at sister site. Especially thankful for Kate who worked at the pool and took interest in me teaching my son to swim. With her help he was swimming with confidence by the end of our stay and Kate was pivotal in his development with lots of encouragement and hints and tips.

Thank you Kate. You were the highlight of my boys Alex’s experience there.

I do hope you see this message

Disliked Everything was super clean and well organised. Nothing to dislike

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location , view , facilities…

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Glen J.

Big Berries primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked location , view , facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Apart from the couple of issues we would stay again

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Anonymous

Big Berries primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Location
Views
Facilities very clean
Easy arrival and check out

Disliked Online check in/out was not working so when we arrived the ANPR barrier would not let us in

Dog pooped right outside out tent while we were having morning coffee
A doggy loo area would be better

Recommend to friends Visit again

It was an amazing time.…

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Anonymous

Big Berries primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked It was an amazing time.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The views, clean facilities, lovely walk/ cycle down to the beach.…

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Erin H.

Big Berries primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked The views, clean facilities, lovely walk/ cycle down to the beach.

Disliked Main facilities were a long walk away; seemed a bit odd them being in the middle of the static caravan park well away from the camping field. No set pitches which meant people were pitching tents where cars could drive safely around other tents and children, we were lucky in that the field wasn't full when we stayed but i can imagine it being chaotic in the height of peak dates.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The toilet facilities. They were well maintained. The laundry facilities were excellent. Proximity to…

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Anonymous

Big Berries primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked The toilet facilities. They were well maintained.
The laundry facilities were excellent.
Proximity to the beach, though the website implies you are closer.

Disliked The location next to the sewage processing plant which is not mentioned on the website.
This campsite allows larger groups of people. Some other campers (not all) using this site were not respectful regarding pitching distances nor of the facilities.

There are only 3 showers on the toilet block which means much queuing.

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close to the sea…

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Anonymous

Big Berries primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked close to the sea

Disliked 1)too far from Bridport
2)this is static caravan park where tents are an after-thought
3) tent pitches too far from facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

The site was quiet, toilets and shower block clean, lovely beach and…

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Wifi
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Anonymous

Big Berries primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked The site was quiet, toilets and shower block clean, lovely beach and pub

Disliked Not much to do if you have kids

Recommend to friends Visit again

Peaceful park right by the sea.

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Nicola D.

FHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite

Liked Next to the sea, lovely walks from the site. Well stocked spar shop and pub/restaurant 5 mins walk from pitch. Toilet block next to pitches look fairly new and modern.Were very clean and had to use combination lock to get in, so secure. Used laundry room, so easy to use and can tap card or download app to pay. Could see and hear the sea from our campervan. Had a curry van visit when we were there, we didn't use but was very popular and all food was cooked to order. Very peaceful and relaxing whilst we were there.

Disliked Pitches a bit tatty, need updating?

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We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us.

Features

Dogs 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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Gray water hook-up for caravans Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Golden Cap Holiday Park

Seatown

Chideock

Bridport

Dorset

England

DT6 6JX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.72352°N
2.82213°W

Route directions

The nearest bus stop is Chideock Bridge which the X53 and 31 buses stop at.

Nearest transport

Bus
2.7 mi Coach Station
16.9 mi South Station
17.3 mi Yeovil Bus Station
Rail
8.9 mi Axminster Rail Station
10.5 mi Crewkerne Rail Station
11.7 mi Maiden Newton Rail Station
Ferry
18.2 mi Weymouth Ferry Terminal
27.4 mi Exmouth Ferry Landing
28.2 mi Starcross Ferry Landing
Airport
26.1 mi Exeter 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

Start at Stonebarrow Hill for 25 miles’ worth of walking trails around Golden Cap, making sure to pause after you puff uphill for the views across Lyme Bay to Dartmoor. There’s a National Trust information point, shops and toilets in an old radar station on the hill to make a pitstop at before taking the trail through Langdon Hill Wood, taking the Smugglers’ Trail, or clambering cliffwards to see the ancient Thorncombe Beacon and views to Bridport and Chesil Beach, one of the biggest shingle stretches in the country. A walk east from the beacon will take you to the seaside village and coastal views of Eype, or you can wander west to the beach at Charmouth for more fossil hunting. Other recommended day trips from Golden Cap are Lyme Regis with crazy golf on top of the promenade, the fishing village of Beer which can be combined with a trip to Seaton or Sidmouth, and the miles of sandy beach at West Bay with boat trips. If you have little animal enthusiasts along on your trip, take them to hand-feed the 600 swans at Abbotsbury Swannery, or to get nautical at Weymouth Sea Life Park. For more grownup west Dorset attractions try Forde Abbey, Sherborne Castle or the Haynes Motor Museum… the kids might not mind these too much if you then take them to Dorchester’s award-winning Dinosaur Museum.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Seatown 0.2 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Eypemouth 1.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Bay (West) 2.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Charmouth West 3.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood
Hive 4.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Mapperton House & Gardens 7 mi

Abbotsbury Swannery 10.7 mi

Montacute House 16.4 mi

Radipole Lake Nature Reserve 17.5 mi

Weymouth Sea Life Park and Marine Sanctuary 17.8 mi

National Trust

Shute Barton 11 mi

Loughwood Meeting House 11.3 mi

Branscombe: the Old Bakery, Manor Mill and Forge 14 mi

Montacute House 16.4 mi

Barrington Court 16.5 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Seatown - Golden Cap - Ridge Barn - Stanton St Gab 0.1 mi

Langdon Hill - Golden Cap - Langdon Hill 0.9 mi

North Chideock - Symondsbury and More. 0.9 mi

Lower Seatown - Seatown - Chideock - Eype 1.8 mi

West Bay 2.3 mi

Local events

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday, September 6, 2025 – Saturday, September 6, 2025)

    Dorchester, England 17.4 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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Golden Cap Holiday Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Golden Cap Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Golden Cap Holiday Park? Start at Stonebarrow Hill for 25 miles’ worth of walking trails around Golden Cap, making sure to pause after you puff uphill for the views across Lyme Bay to Dartmoor. There’s a … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Golden Cap Holiday Park?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  9:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Golden Cap Holiday Park? From $46.50 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.