Swanage Coastal Park

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Views of the purbeck countryside from the camping field
The view of swanage bay
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The view of swanage bay from the park
Sea views from the informal camping field
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The view from the park
Views of the purbeck countryside from the camping field
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  • Peaceful site a mile from Swanage: spectacular views over the bay
  • Close to the Jurassic Coast, Corfe Castle and Wareham
  • Leisure club next door with pool, gym, sauna, bar and restaurant
Swanage, you say? For a summer sojourn on a peaceful park close to the dino and fossil hunting, beaches and watersports of the mega fab Jurassic Coast? Pass the bucket, the spade, the flippers… and all the beach, seaside and holiday bits you can cram into the car… And if you’re at Swanage Coastal Park? Bolt on loads of exploring room, proximity to Dorset coast and countryside attractions, and spectacular views of the coastline and deep blue waters: this spacious green park covers 15 acres of countryside, with fab views over Swanage Bay and the Purbeck Hills below. Time for outings? Swanage town is a mile away along an easily accessible path, Corfe Castle is five miles away, and it’s about half an hour’s drive from Swanage to Monkey World or Brownsea Island ferries. Poole, Bournemouth and Dorset are all easily reached by the chain ferry: best be staying here for as long as you possibly manage. As it aims to be a quiet place, Swanage Coastal Park doesn’t have a pool, bar or noisy entertainment, so is just the serene ticket for those seeking summer sanctuary or fleeing from nightly discos. Amenities are plentiful, including showers and toilets, a launderette, a washing-up area and ice pack freezing; pitches are non-electric, on grass overlooking the bay. If between your Dorset exploring days you do fancy being a tad active, the leisure site next door offers day memberships to its health and fitness area, where there’s a pool, gym, sauna and solarium plus a bar and restaurant.

Campground type

Mobile homes for rent 32
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 6
Tent sites 80
Open now
Opens July 17

Tourist board rating

Please note
  • 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).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • No charcoal barbecues allowed.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Jul 17 to

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Reviews

8.9

Overall rating from 65 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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86% would recommend this campground to a friend

85% would stay here again

What customers say

Spectacular views, peaceful vibes, and spacious pitches! Clean, well-kept restrooms with hot showers a plus. Friendly staff. Some wish for hot water at dishwashing stations and note uneven terrain.

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Stephen H. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite (overflow, sloping)

Liked Choice of pitch

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Neat and tidy with Beautiful views

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite (overflow, sloping)

Liked The camping area is lovely. A bit hilly but lots of flat spots to setup. The view is amazing. The ablutions is clean and showers are easily usable even with kids.

Disliked If i had to be pickey. The dish washing area is cold water only which is tricky cleaning oily stuff and the shower a bit tight when myself and my 3 year old are in together.

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Lovely and clean site. Welcoming at…

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Zoe D. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite (overflow, sloping)

Liked Lovely and clean site. Welcoming at reception. Amazing views of the coast

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place view amazing Great …

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Jennie P. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite (overflow, sloping)

Liked Great place view amazing
Great showers and toilets lovely and clean.
Washing up area clean.
Checking in brilliant and so helpful 😀 to we be back soon.

Disliked N/ a

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Little gem

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 Kathryn W. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite (overflow, sloping)

Liked The quiet and the view were fabulous. Toilet & shower block superb

Disliked A fab view means a steep climb!

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Its a lovely park and would…

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Louise S. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite (overflow, sloping)

Liked Its a lovely park and would 100% recommend people staying there.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good clean location…

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 Craig S. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite (overflow, sloping)

Liked Good clean location

Disliked A little hilly

Recommend to friends Visit again

Such a beautiful place to camp!

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 Maria G. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite (overflow, sloping)

Liked The amazing view!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely views over Swanage, very spacious…

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Mollie W. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite (overflow, sloping)

Liked Lovely views over Swanage, very spacious and interesting field for pitch up. We found a slightly secluded, elevated area to pitch our tents and it felt like we were alone. Good bathroom facilities and washing-up basin.

Disliked Very uneven terrain and steep hill up to the field which was a struggle for my little car. Lots of long grass which resulted in me getting lots of ticks.

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A great location and base for exploring.

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paul c. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite (overflow, sloping)

Liked Lovely site well kept, lots of space, clean toilets and showers, friendly staff. Amazing views.

Disliked Could have done with hotter water for washing up.

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat 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 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

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 Public transportation nearby

Type

Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Swanage Coastal Park

Priestway

Swanage

Dorset

England

BH19 2RS

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.60644°N
1.97473°W

Nearest transport

Bus
0.7 mi Bus Station
4.1 mi East Street
4.2 mi East Street
Rail
7.8 mi Poole Rail Station
8.1 mi Parkstone (Dorset) Rail Station
8.4 mi Hamworthy Rail Station
Ferry
5.2 mi Shell Bay Ferry Terminal
5.4 mi Sandbanks Ferry Terminal
5.7 mi Brownsea Island Ferry Landing
Airport
13.4 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

The park is high up above the waters of Swanage Bay, just under a mile from the shops, bars and restaurants in town. There are miles of safe and clean beaches in Swanage too, as well as an award-winning pier, amusement arcades, boat hire and access to the Jurassic Coast (Swanage is at its eastern end). To explore the coast from here, get aboard a heritage train trip on the Swanage Railway, steaming along to the riverside town of Wareham (home of Monkey World) via stops including Corfe Castle and the Isle of Purbeck’s Harman's Cross. If you’re up for hiking, explore by foot instead along a stage of the South West Coast Path, or take one of the shorter routes around the coast and the cliffs. The most strenuous hiking stretch around here is the run of 12 miles or so to Corfe Castle (fret not, you can get the train back); for a shorter or more kid-friendly amble, try the Durlston Country Park clifftop trail, around the comely coastal nature reserve. Also within easy day trip distance are Brownsea Island, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, Poole, Shell Bay, Sandbanks, Dorchester…

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Swanage Central 0.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Studland Knoll House 3.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Shell Bay North 5.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Sandbanks Peninsular 5.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Shore Road Beach 6.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Swanage Railway 0.7 mi

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 3.7 mi

Corfe Castle 4.3 mi

Brownsea Island 5.7 mi

Dorset Cruises 8.7 mi

National Trust

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 2.8 mi

Corfe Castle 4.2 mi

Brownsea Island 5.7 mi

White Mill 14.2 mi

Kingston Lacy 14.3 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Herston - Worth Matravers - Corfe 0.5 mi

Swanage to Corfe Circular Walk 1.1 mi

Durlston Castle Historic Landscape 1.2 mi

Worth Matravers - Winspit - Dancing Ledge 2.8 mi

Worth Matravers - Cliffs, Caves and Chapel 2.8 mi

Local events

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Saturday, September 5, 2026)

    Dorchester, England 21.3 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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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Swanage Coastal Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Swanage Coastal Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Swanage Coastal Park? The park is high up above the waters of Swanage Bay, just under a mile from the shops, bars and restaurants in town. There are miles of safe and clean beaches in … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Swanage Coastal Park?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Swanage Coastal Park? From $30.18 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.