Swanage Coastal Park
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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
Site type
Tourist board rating
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- 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) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 18 Jul to
This site is a member of Shorefield Holidays group.
Reviews
85% would recommend this site to a friend
83% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers spectacular views of Swanage Bay and is praised for its peaceful atmosphere and excellent location, with a short walk to town and coastal paths. Visitors consistently highlight the friendly and helpful staff, and the clean, warm showers. While many enjoy the basic, natural camping experience and spacious, unassigned pitches, some mention the site's hilly terrain and a lack of freezer block facilities. Occasional feedback notes that toilet and shower cleaning could be more frequent during busy periods, and some suggest improvements like hot water for washing up.
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Amazing views from some parts of…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (overflow, sloping)
Liked Amazing views from some parts of site. Within walking distance of town.
Disliked Exceedingly stony ground, could not get tent pegs in at all - just as well i have an air tent that pretty much stands up itself! Can't comment on showers. One portakabin for ladies, one for men - each with 3 showers and 3 toilets, would imagine that's a bit busy at peak times!
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We stayed for two nights and…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (overflow, sloping)
Liked We stayed for two nights and had a great time, the camping site is very close to town but at the same time far enough to be quite and peaceful.
Disliked Nothing.
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What a beautiful quiet location
Non-electric grass tent pitch (overflow, sloping)
Liked The views
The peace and quiet
The company
Watching the sunrise and sunset on the same hill
Disliked The walk to the toilet block
The taps in the toilet block were difficult to turn off and pressure was high so there was flooding on the floor.
There was no temperature control on the showers. OK for me but a lady had a baby and it was too hot
Could do with a shop on site for bits and bobs
Need bigger refuse bins. They were overflowing and seagulls helping themselves
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The fantastic view and quiet atmosphere. Very…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (overflow, sloping)
Liked The fantastic view and quiet atmosphere.
Very friendly lady on reception
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Great views, ideal location close to…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (overflow, sloping)
Liked Great views, ideal location close to Swanage
Disliked Cleaning the toilet block took 5mins in the morning, so could be kept cleaner.
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Beautiful views…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (overflow, sloping)
Liked Beautiful views
Disliked Toilet and shower facilities were very basic and not too clean.
Service less than other campsites but price was the same
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Views of Swanage and Coast Pitchup anywhere…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (overflow, sloping)
Liked Views of Swanage and Coast
Pitchup anywhere in the field
5min drive into Swanage
Disliked Strong winds every night
Toilet facilities are small compared to other campsites.
Few flat areas to pitchup, most of the site is on a gradient.
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Enjoyable weekend
Non-electric grass tent pitch (overflow, sloping)
Liked View from camp site
Hot showers
Friendly staff
Disliked Sleeping on a slope
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Great place to stay with views and a good price!
Non-electric grass tent pitch (overflow, sloping)
Liked Love how you could pitch up anywhere and choose the best view for you. Showers were nice and hot! Very close to the beach and a nice walk to town!
Disliked Would be nice if the showers had a body wash/shampoo combination included. Family shower rooms would be better as an additional asthe shower are not so big if you are showering kids! Shower/Bathrooms were not the cleanest, a rubber mat would be good to run through the toilets/showers to prevent muddy floors.
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The view.…
Non-electric grass tent pitch (overflow, sloping)
Liked The view.
Disliked Everything else shower block was filthy, nothing at all on the site, ground is quarry land so you need lots of floor padding.
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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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Swanage Coastal Park
Priestway
Swanage
Dorset
England
BH19 2RS
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.60644°N
1.97473°W
Nearest transport
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Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Swanage Central | 0.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Studland Knoll House | 3.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Shell Bay North | 5.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Poole Sandbanks Peninsular | 5.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Poole Shore Road Beach | 6.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
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 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, Dorset 21.3 mi
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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?
Camping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Swanage Coastal Park? From £29.50 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.