Herston Caravan and Camping
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- Holiday park one mile from the beach in Swanage
- Half an hour's drive from Monkey World and Durdle Door
- Playground, shop and takeaway on site; dogs welcome
Campground type
- 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).
- The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted on site.
Languages spoken
English
Campsite types & availability
Powered grass campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 7m width × 7m depth
Calculated area: 49m²
Arrival daysFrom £50 (£50)
View prices & bookFHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
6 people maximum
Ground type: Cement/asphalt and grass
Pitch size: Min 8m width × 10m depth
Calculated area: 80m²
Arrival daysFrom £56 (£56)
View prices & bookFHU cement/asphalt travel trailer campsite (large)
6 people maximum
Ground type: Cement/asphalt
Pitch size: Min 12m width × 12m depth
Calculated area: 144m²
Arrival daysFrom £62 (£62)
View prices & bookBell tent
4 people maximum
Dimensions: 16.4ft width × 16.4ft length
Arrival daysFrom £140 (£140)
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Reviews
52% would recommend this campground to a friend
51% would stay here again




















Super friendly staff
FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked Food was so good 😊
Disliked There is nothing
Close to the beach the pitch sizes were decent…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Close to the beach the pitch sizes were decent
Disliked Not enough toilets.
Great location
FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked Location- it is just a 20 minute walk across fields into the edge of Swanage and just 10 minutes further to the beach
Well organised booking and reception
Fast food van at weekends - serves breakfast rolls and burgers in evenings
Disliked Shower blocks and toilets are disgustingly dirty
It's a dump.
FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked Location as it was within walking distance of swanage.
Disliked The whole campsite. Looks like a gypsy site, upon arrival you drive thro what can only be described as a disused scrapyard for occupied static vans, the fully serviced pitches are unkept, the concept of mobile toilet and shower facilities is OK if you provide hot water, there was none. The existing shower and toilet facilities are a disgrace, dirty. I've seen better facilities on a building site. My advice along with several others who have left reviews past and present is don't waste your money. It's a shithole. The worst site I have stayed at in 20yrs of using a motorhome.
Excellent site well done 👏
Powered grass campsite
Liked Liked the site very pleased the shower,s were excellent safe site will be coming back,10,10,
Unkempt & very messy site. Disgusting toilet & shower facilities.
Powered grass campsite
Liked Close to Swanage beach for swimming if weather suitable
Disliked Disgusting toilets, showers & dishwashing facilities. The water temperature in showers very hot & not adjustable & the shower heads not spraying consistently but leaking down the pipe. In the family shower which was a hand held one, I was burnt by the extremely hot water( you could have stewed a teabag with the boiling water)& had to redress & find another shower room. Still very hot & the floors are so filthy. Looked like someone had tried to dry floor with toilet paper, which was left in piles on floor absolutely dirty brown. Toilet brush was also covered in poo so not conducive to help clean the toilet. The whole site is tired, untidy & a complete shambles in places. We stayed here last year as needed a place close to Poole & it was in slightly better condition then but has definitely gone more downhill since. The pub bar has gone & a new building in progress but this doesn’t help the condition of this very shabby place which is such a shame as it is situated in a lovely, picturesque area & so handy for the ferries but unfortunately we will not be returning & would not recommend to friends.
Will definitely be booking a few more times this yr.
Powered grass campsite
Liked Such a relaxed atmosphere, very welcoming and happy to except doggos, very clean and the way pitches are set out, very spacious!! Also exceptional views and very well sign posted! Cannot fault and will continue to be a loyal customer.
Disliked Cannot fault and have recommended to several friends
Not a good site untidy not level dirty facilities noises all night
FHU cement/asphalt and grass travel trailer campsite
Liked Near to swanage little shop friendly limited stock
Disliked Sewerage smell very strong all day and night had to ask to move to another pitch away from smell very bad and very noisy all night from families opposite who had no respect for others. Also coming into the site was very full of permanent caravans and mobiles very jumbled and messy facilities at the front very dirty no hand towels in the ladies for the 2 days we were there. Was slightly better once we had to pack up and move to a different part of site facilities better but the hook ups kept us awake with a loud buzzing humming.
Nice walk into swanage, facilities are what you expect from a campsite,…
Powered grass campsite
Liked Nice walk into swanage, facilities are what you expect from a campsite, shame bar not open
Run down neglected appearance
Powered grass campsite
Liked Location, easy walk to Swanage
Disliked Overgrown, small pitches, lack of cleanliness in toilet/shower. Long distance to dishwashing facilities. Site looked run down
Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Large (51-200 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Gray water hook-up for caravans Seasonal sites Water hook-up points for caravansLocation
Herston Caravan and Camping
Washpond Lane
Swanage
Dorset
England
BH19 3DJ
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.61816°N
1.97913°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Swanage Central | 1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Studland Knoll House | 2.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Shell Bay North | 4.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Poole Sandbanks Peninsular | 5.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Poole Shore Road Beach | 5.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Swanage Railway 1 mi
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 3 mi
Corfe Castle 3.8 mi
Brownsea Island 5 mi
Dorset Cruises 8.1 mi
National Trust
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 2.2 mi
Corfe Castle 3.7 mi
Brownsea Island 4.9 mi
White Mill 13.4 mi
Kingston Lacy 13.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Herston - Worth Matravers - Corfe 0.3 mi
Swanage to Corfe Circular Walk 1.8 mi
Durlston Castle Historic Landscape 1.9 mi
Studland - Old Harry - Ballard Down - Studland 2.2 mi
Worth Matravers - Cliffs, Caves and Chapel 2.9 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, September 6, 2025 – Saturday, September 6, 2025)
Dorchester, England 20.8 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 Herston Caravan and Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Herston Caravan and Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Herston Caravan and Camping? A five-minute drive gets you into Swanage for sandy walks, sandcastle building, splashing about and more serious watersports. To kayak round the cliffs and coves of the Jurassic Coast, make for Knoll … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Herston Caravan and Camping?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Herston Caravan and Camping? From $67.16 (for 2 nights, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.