Coombe Farm Camping

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  • Peaceful site backed by woodland in rural Dorset
  • A five-minute drive to Swanage beach; Corfe Castle 10 minutes
  • Dark site with Swanage Railway and the South West Coast Path close by
Coombe Farm Camping is a simple, peaceful site on the outskirts of Swanage in Dorset. The site is set in a 13-acre field framed by oak woods, with exceptional views across the Downs and a real chance of spotting wildlife like deer and owls. One thing you’ll get here that’s certainly a novelty is steam locomotives chuffing along Swanage Railway at the bottom of the camping field – not everyone can say they’ve got a heritage railway line almost to themselves – and there’s even a footpath down to the railway track if you’d like to get a better view of the trains. Despite this field feeling wonderfully remote, it’s actually only a five-minute drive from Swanage, with its popular beach, great pubs and restaurants. And if you’d rather cook for yourselves, here you can pick up stuff to grill on the firepit back at base. If you’re into serious walking, you can jump on the South West Coast Path in five minutes’ drive, for bracing hikes along clifftops, and if you’re keen on your medieval history, drive to 11th-century Corfe Castle (10 minutes) to scramble around the hillside ruins. Basic facilities include a tap in the washing-up area and portable toilets, but what this site is all about is the chance to spend quiet evenings sitting under the stars with family and friends – and remember to bring that telescope so you can watch the Milky Way glittering above on clear nights.

Campground type

Tent sites 20
Rent a tent 2
RV & Motorhome sites 5
Open now
Opens 23 July
Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Single-sex bookings of 6 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed, 23 July to

Site types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.4

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Peaceful

97% would recommend this campground to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

Great spot! Lovely views, plenty of space, and super chill. Staff are a ripper. Facilities are basic but clean enough. Good for families and solo folks. Handy for Swanage. A bit bumpy in places, and no showers or hot water, but no biggie.

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Lovely basic campsite with beautiful views and just outside of swanage. The…

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Kimberley P.

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked Lovely basic campsite with beautiful views and just outside of swanage.

The facilities weee basic as expected and very well maintained and clean.

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Lived the relaxed style of this raw/wild campsite. Friendly reception and great…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked Lived the relaxed style of this raw/wild campsite. Friendly reception and great views with lots of space to camp anywhere.

Disliked Portaloos are never great but fine for a night of 2.

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great, relaxed, peaceful and close to Swanage and amenities, thank you…

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Warren D.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked great, relaxed, peaceful and close to Swanage and amenities, thank you

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, friendly staff and ability to pitch anywhere.

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Tracey H.

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked Tranquility and breathtaking views and walks.

Back to basics campsite with adequate facilities. Helpful and welcoming hosts. So good we stayed an extra night. Would definitely come back.

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Loved it here - a delight to stay in

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Colette L.

Unpowered grass campervan site

Liked Big field which was peaceful with lovely countryside views. The owner and reception team were lovely and friendly. Great location.

Disliked Nothing

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The hosts were very welcoming, fire pits available was a nice touch.

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Karen B.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Great rural location just outside Swanage.
It should be mentioned that there are buses within a few metres of the entrance. Great for exploring without your vehicle. Went to Lulworth cove, returned from Swanage.

Disliked Lack of showers but we knew this and it’s fine for a short stay

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Beautiful location, 5 min drive from the beach/town, bus stop directly at…

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Eloise Z.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Beautiful location, 5 min drive from the beach/town, bus stop directly at the entrance with buses running until late. We’ve camped in swanage multiple times and this is definitely our new favourite!

Disliked Not a dislike but camping for more than 1 or 2 nights may be tricky without a shower block

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Great location for getting around walking or climbing

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Chris C.

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Liked Beautiful view of the valley

Disliked Toilets were verging on unusable, drove elsewhere after first use.

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Angela R.

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Liked Quiet clean site with beautiful views.

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Amazing

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james c.

Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site

Liked Amazing location, amazing staff makes for amazing time

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Site close to accessible bathrooms

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Coombe Farm Camping

Coombe

Swanage

Dorset

England

BH19 3DW

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.61177°N
1.99276°W

Nearest transport

Coach
2.3 km Bus Station
5.3 km East Street
5.3 km East Street
Rail
12 km Poole Rail Station
12.5 km Wareham Rail Station
12.6 km Holton Heath Rail Station
Ferry
8.2 km Shell Bay Ferry Terminal
8.6 km Sandbanks Ferry Terminal
8.9 km Brownsea Island Ferry Landing
Airport
21.7 km 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

Local attractions and activities include: - Swanage beach: five minutes’ drive - Swanage Railway: five minutes - South West Coast Path: five minutes - Corfe Castle: 10 minutes - Durlston Country Park and National Nature Reserve: 10 minutes - Studland Bay: 15 minutes - Spyway Dinosaur Footprints: 15 minutes - Hartland Moor National Nature Reserve: 15 minutes - Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park: 25 minutes - Lulworth Castle and Park: 25 minutes

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Swanage Central 2.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Studland Knoll House 5.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Shell Bay North 8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Sandbanks Peninsular 9.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Kimmeridge Bay 9.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Swanage Railway 2.3 km

Corfe Castle 5.6 km

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 5.7 km

Brownsea Island 8.9 km

Dorset Cruises 14.2 km

National Trust

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 4.7 km

Corfe Castle 5.4 km

Brownsea Island 8.8 km

Clouds Hill 21.7 km

White Mill 22 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Herston - Worth Matravers - Corfe 0.9 km

Swanage to Corfe Circular Walk 3.1 km

Durlston Castle Historic Landscape 3.3 km

Worth Matravers - Cliffs, Caves and Chapel 3.5 km

Worth Matravers - Winspit - Dancing Ledge 3.5 km

Local events

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

    Dorchester, England 32.9 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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Coombe Farm Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Coombe Farm Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Coombe Farm Camping? Local attractions and activities include: - Swanage beach: five minutes’ drive - Swanage Railway: five minutes - South West Coast Path: five minutes - Corfe Castle: 10 minutes - Durlston Country Park … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Coombe Farm Camping?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3:30 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Coombe Farm Camping? From $37.51 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.