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Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
From £16 (£16)
10 people maximum 
9.4/10
190 reviews Additional units require additional sites - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.
Site size
Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Ground type
Grass
Twin-axle vehicles accepted
Suitable for
Tent, Trailer tent
Features
Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max. Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max. Bring a shelter tent 1 included, 1 max. Car 3 included, 3 max. Dog(s) allowed 3 included, 3 max. Car parking by site/unit Dump station Fire ring Availability
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The Railway Campsite
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Reviews
98% would recommend this campground to a friend
97% would stay here again
What customers say
Great location near the Swanage steam railway & countryside. Guests loved the friendly owners, clean facilities (hot showers, compost toilets), and snack shack. Spacious, relaxed vibe & pitch choice are big pluses. Basic facilities/steep terrain noted, but overwhelmingly positive with return visits planned.
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So perfect we don’t want anyone to know about it!!
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Excellent site, clean, friendly, perfect location for steam trains and walking Purbeck. Ideal for lazy camping - shack has bacon sandwiches and coffee for breakfast (full English if you want) and burgers for supper, and more. Very quiet, wonderful night skies, idyllic in every way, our second visit and will return next year.
Disliked Nothing!
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Great value, relaxed campsite in a fab location
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Lovely campsite, enjoyed the hot showers! Compost loos were clean and well stocked with toilet roll and sawdust.
Great location- easy reach of lots of buses which as a solo camper with no car was very helpful! Also lots of footpaths nearby, so you can walk to the coast path or Purbeck way very easily.
Great value for money. Didn’t use the snack shack but it’s great to have the option.
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Love the Railway Campsite!! Third year…
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Love the Railway Campsite!! Third year I've been back. Great location, simple facilities but everything you need and well maintained. The showers are great. Food shack with food available am and pm.
Disliked Nothing
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The little food shack was a…
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The little food shack was a bonus after a long days walking, cheese burger is recommended.
Staff very approachable and helpful excellent value for the price,
Will stay again
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I would highly recommend this site.
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked This is a lovely little campsite. Everything was well maintained. The owners were, helpful, friendly, and very relaxed.
Having no time restraints made all the difference. Not having to rush on departure day meant there was no stress, and everything was.packed away properly. I even had time to clean the tent before putting it away.
Disliked The field is hilly, so if you get to the site at the wrong time you may struggle to find a flatish area to pitch up.
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Quiet family field, plenty of compost…
Primitive grass RV campsite
Liked Quiet family field, plenty of compost toilets and water points. Loads of room to pitch where you like.
Compost toilets clean and not at all smelly.
Would definitely use again.
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Cheap, friendly, proper campsite.
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Totally relaxed vibe, staff friendly. Needed the cheapest option before sailing to France and turns out the cheapest was the best. No frills, no hassles.
Disliked Nothing to dislike, even had a steam train go past.
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We spent four nights at this…
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked We spent four nights at this campsite. We had a great time, it is very basic but that’s the best thing about it. Very fun to wave to the train when it goes past. Lovely owner and lovely dogs. We will be back.
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Was my first time here and…
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Was my first time here and it’s was very good location, peaceful and spacious. The rail station to swanage or corfe castle it’s 5 min walk and you can take the steam train, this also was something good to do. 8 min walk there is a shop if you need something last min. a lady from the management was friendly and lovely. It’s good if you like just basic camping for just a relax night .
Disliked There is composting toilet that isn’t great but this my option as I don’t like this type of toilet.
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Excellent, clean, safe, friendly.
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked First time staying here & I will definitely stay again. Everyone I spoke to was really friendly, the stream train was lovely to hear & see. The shower was amazing, lovely & hot. The on site café was brilliant for the first nights dinner & even a glass of wine.
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Features
Pop-up campground
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 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 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 Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular sceneryUtilities
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
Farm Large (51-200 sites) Pop-up campgroundAccessibility
Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Railway Campsite
Sunny Glade
Haycrafts Lane
Harmans Cross
Swanage
Dorset
England
BH19 3EB
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.61958°N
2.0239°W
Nearest transport
Bus
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanage Central | 2.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Studland Knoll House | 3.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Kimmeridge Bay | 4.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Shell Bay North | 5.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Sandbanks Peninsular | 6.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Corfe Castle 2 mi
Swanage Railway 2.9 mi
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 3.8 mi
Brownsea Island 5.6 mi
Lulworth Castle & Park 8.2 mi
National Trust
Corfe Castle 1.9 mi
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 3.6 mi
Brownsea Island 5.6 mi
Clouds Hill 12.1 mi
White Mill 12.9 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Worth Matravers - Cliffs, Caves and Chapel 1.6 mi
Worth Matravers - Winspit - Dancing Ledge 1.6 mi
Corfe - Nine Barrows Down - Swanage 2 mi
Herston - Worth Matravers - Corfe 2 mi
The Purbecks - Castle and Coastal 2.2 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, September 6, 2025 – Saturday, September 6, 2025)
Dorchester, England 19 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 The Railway Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Railway Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
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- When can I check in and check out of The Railway Campsite?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: 4 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at The Railway Campsite? From $21.43 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.