Sandford Holiday Park
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- Family park close to Poole, Studland and Sandbanks
- Indoor and outdoor pools, amusement arcade, play areas and kids' clubs
- Bowling, crazy golf, ice cream parlour, restaurant and clubhouse
Site type
297
297Tourist board rating
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Single-sex parties of three or more people under 25 are not permitted on site. Swimming pool access is included: please show your Entertainment pass. Entertainment passes are included in the rate.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 07 Mar to
Pitch types & availability
Meadows electric grass touring pitch
8 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 7.0m width x 7.0m depth (23.0ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 49.0m² (527.4ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £15 (£15) 1 night, 2 adults
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Paddock electric grass touring pitch
8 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8.0m width x 9.0m depth (26.2ft width x 29.5ft depth) Calculated area: 72.0m² (775.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £18 (£18) 1 night, 2 adults
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No dogs allowedReviews
Voted 39% of visitors View breakdown
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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
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Meadows electric grass touring pitch
Liked: The location
Disliked: The showers and toilets were appalling. We were unable to book on a lot of the activities and couldn’t get into the indoor swimming pool. Wouldn’t return.
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Meadows electric grass touring pitch
Liked: The size of the pitch
Disliked: We will not be returning to this site. We were unable to book on any of the activities we wanted to do, as everything was fully booked. The only activity that was free to use was the swimming pool and the inside pool was fully booked for the whole of our stay!! (I tried to book this a week before) Surely you should be guaranteed a swim a day as part of your booking?? We did use the outside pool, but there was only a certain amount of time you could stay in there as the weather wasn’t great and it was cold. The facilities were absolutely disgusting. The toilets were blocked, backed up and there was faeces smeared on the walls. There was used toilet roll all over the floors. The showers were covered in mud/hair/grass/mould and you would struggle to wash your hair with the pressure of the water. It is clear they are not cleaned regularly. Really disappointed and wouldn’t return. Staff aren’t helpful about not being able to book on things and the state of facilities.
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staff very friendly and helpful
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Meadows electric grass touring pitch
Liked: Plenty of things to do
Disliked: Alot of traffic late at night moving around
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Entertainment was ok…
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Meadows electric grass touring pitch
Liked: Entertainment was ok
Disliked: Showers/ toilets disgusting toilets blocked, showers unclean not enough showers for customers
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Great stay, clean resort, helpful staff, fun activities, loved it!
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Holton 2 bedroom safari tent
Liked: We really enjoyed our stay. The entire site was clean, and all the staff were exceptionally friendly. We stayed in one of the safari tents, which was spotless and very well maintained. It was a really lovely space, and the kids absolutely loved it. When we needed extra linen, the housekeeping staff were quick to help and very accommodating.
We visited during term time, so some facilities like the trampolines, outdoor pool, and certain activities weren’t operating—but we were aware of this beforehand and actually preferred it that way. With fewer visitors, we were able to enjoy the site's activities and entertainment venues without feeling crowded.
The entertainment team was fantastic, offering a great variety of activities for young children, which they thoroughly enjoyed. The evening entertainment was also a highlight, feeling more personal and engaging thanks to the smaller number of guests.
Overall, this is a great option for families with children who might feel overwhelmed in busier environments, but still want to enjoy everything a holiday park like this has to offer.
Disliked: The on-site restaurant is a bit on the expensive side, although the fish and chips were reasonably priced and very enjoyable. Thankfully, there’s a lovely pub right next door with more affordable prices, a children’s play area, and a welcoming atmosphere. There are also several other local restaurants nearby, offering a good variety of options.
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Excellent site.
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Paddock electric grass touring pitch
Liked: The well maintained pitch, the showers were always clean and smelt lovey and the camp was very charm and quiet. We really enjoyed using the indoor heated pool everyday, an added bonus. Thankyou for a great stay.
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Meadows electric grass touring pitch
Liked: Peace and quiet.
Excellent pitches.
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So much to do, we absolutely loved this site. Was first time taking…
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Paddock electric grass touring pitch
Liked: So much to do, we absolutely loved this site.
Was first time taking our caravan and this site had it all.
Disliked: Nothing
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Location, friendly reception staff, clean toilets. Good facilities for families.…
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Meadows electric grass touring pitch
Liked: Location, friendly reception staff, clean toilets. Good facilities for families.
Disliked: Quiet times from 22:30 but we had people on site, staying opposite who were still being noisy at 1:30 am. Did not appear to be anyone on site to implement this.
Tree cutting taking place very early in the morning. About 8am.
Showers were adequate but on a very short timer, so constantly have to push the button to turn on. Luke warm too.
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Meadows electric grass touring pitch
Liked: Big pitch and quiet.
Disliked: Only 1 motorhome service point on the site.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Very large (over 200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
Sandford Holiday Park
Holton Heath
Poole
Dorset
England
BH16 6JZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.7194°N
-2.0864°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole Harbour Rockley Sands | 3.3 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Harbour Lake | 4.3 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Shell Bay North | 10.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Sandbanks Peninsular | 11 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Shore Road Beach | 11.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Corfe Castle 9.2 km
Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 9.5 km
Brownsea Island 9.7 km
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 10.7 km
Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 11 km
National Trust
Corfe Castle 9.3 km
White Mill 9.7 km
Brownsea Island 9.7 km
Kingston Lacy 10.8 km
Clouds Hill 11.7 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
WAREHAM MEADOWS (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 02/08/2004) 2.2 km
ARNE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 31/08/2001) 4.5 km
STOBOROUGH HEATH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 18/01/2004) 6.5 km
CHARBOROUGH PARK 7.3 km
GRANGE HEATH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 30/03/2005) 8 km
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, 6 September 2025 – Saturday, 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, England 23.9 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.
Offers
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Sandford Holiday Park have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Sandford Holiday Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Sandford Holiday Park? It’s a short hop in the car to begin discovering the area’s spectacular surrounds, from the wilds of the New Forest to the ancient cliffs, limestone arches and nature reserves of the … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Sandford Holiday Park?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Sandford Holiday Park? From R361,94 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.