Campsites for hikers near Sandbanks

96% (1.5K) • 1,921 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Sandbanks

Andrea's Farm Breaks Bell Tent

1. Andrea's Farm Breaks Bell Tent

97%

(17)

9.6km from Sandbanks · 1 unit

A bell tent on a Dorset farm campsite with views of Corfe Castle

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£90

/ night

Andrea's Farm Breaks Keepers Hut

2. Andrea's Farm Breaks Keepers Hut

100%

(12)

9.6km from Sandbanks · 1 unit

Andrea's Farm Breaks is Keepers Hut glamping accommodation run alongside a working farm campsite in the heart of Purbeck. Andrea is pleased to offer a little luxury for those who want to camp at Downshay Farm in a comfortable bed. Farm is a working farm in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck, ideally located for exploring the stunning World Heritage Site coastline. The Pike family has farmed here since 1956. The farmhouse is largely Victorian although parts of the house and some farm buildings are much older. The accommodation looks out over the lovely views of Corfe Castle and the Purbeck Hills. The seaside town of Swanage is just over 4 miles away as are the sandy beaches of Studland Bay. Local footpaths and Swanage Steam Railway also make exploring Purbeck easy, and we are a few minutes’ walk from Harmans Cross Station. Enjoy the sandy beaches of Shell Bay, Studland and Swanage or go rock pooling or fossil hunting at Kimmeridge Bay. The Coastal Path will take you along the coast to Durlston Country Park, Dancing Ledge and Winspit. The deserted village of Tyneham and its own bay is a short drive away, then follow the scenic road over the Ranges to Lulworth and Durdle Door. Local attractions include Monkey World and Bovington Tank Museum, and a walk through the RSPB bird sanctuary at Arne to Poole Harbour is recommended.

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£100

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Farrs Meadow

3. Farrs Meadow

96%

(141)

14km from Sandbanks · 31 units · Tents, Glamping

A charming Dorset campsite overlooking the Stour Valley and a short walk from both the river and the market town of Wimborne Minster

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£35

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Charisworth Farm

4. Charisworth Farm

97%

(99)

22km from Sandbanks · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A spacious campsite in a traditional parkland setting, with campfires allowed and farm animals to meet

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£24

/ night

Snelling Farm Campsite

5. Snelling Farm Campsite

99%

(140)

23km from Sandbanks · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes

An amazingly green, natural feel and care-free atmosphere near the Dorset coast

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£20

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Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)

6. Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)

100%

(21)

23km from Sandbanks · 2 units

Secluded, peaceful glamping on the edge of the New Forest

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£80

/ night

Southover Wood and Camping

7. Southover Wood and Camping

95%

(100)

26km from Sandbanks · 15 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly wild camping in a vast Dorset woodland

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£12

/ night

Muddycreek Farm (New Forest)

8. Muddycreek Farm (New Forest)

95%

(151)

26km from Sandbanks · 40 units

A 28 day August pop-up, offering traditional Hampshire camping on a New Forest Pony farm

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£15

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Harry's Field New Forest

9. Harry's Field New Forest

92%

(60)

29km from Sandbanks · 63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Family-friendly, traditional New Forest camping with a pub next door and footpaths leading directly from the gateway

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£32

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Croft Cottage Camping

10. Croft Cottage Camping

98%

(80)

30km from Sandbanks · 11 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Small-time camping with a family-friendly buzz, a walk away from the beautiful New Forest

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£32

/ night

Tom's Field (New Forest)

11. Tom's Field (New Forest)

99%

(44)

32km from Sandbanks · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Small, family-run camping in the New Forest National Park, brought about by popular demand

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£35

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Harry's Meadow

12. Harry's Meadow

97%

(73)

34km from Sandbanks · 51 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Back-to-basics camping with campfires in a spacious wildflower meadow, set on a beautiful New Forest estate

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£31

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Dorset Farm Camping @ Dewflock Farm

13. Dorset Farm Camping @ Dewflock Farm

100%

(21)

36km from Sandbanks · 8 units

Shepherd's huts and bell tents on the farm with a prime location between historic Dorchester and seaside Weymouth

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£90

/ night

Haddon Copse Farm

14. Haddon Copse Farm

99%

(49)

36km from Sandbanks · 8 units · Tents, Glamping

Simple camping and glamping in an unspoilt location with glorious views of the Dorset Downs

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£14

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Holyrood Farm Campsite

15. Holyrood Farm Campsite

97%

(33)

39km from Sandbanks · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Wild camping half a mile from Shaftesbury Spectacular views over the Blackmore Vale Campfires allowed As is the setting: small and secluded Holyrood Farm Campsite is in Dorset countryside overlooking the Blackmore Vale, within easy walking distance of the pubs and shops of Shaftesbury. It's close to several good footpaths for walking too. 10 minute walk to the famous Gold Hill.

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£25

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Sweet Hill Farm

16. Sweet Hill Farm

94%

(296)

40km from Sandbanks · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland

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£12

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ShelleyOaks Farm Camping New Forest

17. ShelleyOaks Farm Camping New Forest

100%

(42)

42km from Sandbanks · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Family-friendly camping on a Hampshire farm, edging the New Forest National Park.

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£20

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Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

18. Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

97%

(33)

43km from Sandbanks · 4 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly wild woodland camping in Dorset

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£30

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Hardyes Countryside Camping

19. Hardyes Countryside Camping

98%

(43)

43km from Sandbanks · 35 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.

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£25

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Small Trees Campsite

20. Small Trees Campsite

97%

(38)

45km from Sandbanks · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A small, campfire-friendly and dog-friendly campsite with approachable hosts

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£12

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96% (1.5K) • 1,921 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Sandbanks

Andrea's Farm Breaks Bell Tent

1. Andrea's Farm Breaks Bell Tent

97%

(17)

9.6km from Sandbanks · 1 unit

A bell tent on a Dorset farm campsite with views of Corfe Castle

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Campfires

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£90

/ night

Andrea's Farm Breaks Keepers Hut

97%

(33)

39km from Sandbanks · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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£25

/ night

Sweet Hill Farm

16. Sweet Hill Farm

94%

(296)

40km from Sandbanks · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland

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£12

/ night

ShelleyOaks Farm Camping New Forest

17. ShelleyOaks Farm Camping New Forest

100%

(42)

42km from Sandbanks · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Family-friendly camping on a Hampshire farm, edging the New Forest National Park.

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£20

/ night

Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

18. Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

97%

(33)

43km from Sandbanks · 4 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly wild woodland camping in Dorset

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£30

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Hardyes Countryside Camping

19. Hardyes Countryside Camping

98%

(43)

43km from Sandbanks · 35 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.

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£25

/ night

Small Trees Campsite

20. Small Trees Campsite

97%

(38)

45km from Sandbanks · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A small, campfire-friendly and dog-friendly campsite with approachable hosts

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£12

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

April

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Sweet Hill Farm

Lovely short walk to the lighthouses and great flat ground for camping. The team were super friendly and helpful when are car battery died!

Angela

October 2025

4 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Sweet Hill Farm

I have always loved Sweet Hill Farm. It’s a lovely relaxed campsite with sea views and amazing walks nearby. Also, being able to have a camp fire is fantastic. The showers are brilliant too. The only disappointment for me this year is that the compost loos have been replaced with horrible portaloos! Please bring back compost loos, they are so much nicer!

Mark

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Sweet Hill Farm

This was my first time camping here and I will definitely return again. Whilst SatNav got me most of the way, the directions on Hipcamp made the last little bit of the journey much easier. I was welcomed warmly at the well-stocked little cafe, and given a map to show my how to get to the field I pitched in. The tracks on-site are full of large potholes - so definitely something to be mindful of, especially if you have extremely low-suspension on your car! However, take it slow and easy and all is well here. I had the most amazing view, from where I pitched up, over to Portland Bill lighthouse. Both sunset and sunrise were stunning. Facilities here are extremely basic - but it’s enough for those that simply need to get away from life for a while and sleep under the stars without all the creature comforts of home. Of course, there is a place for being able to have all the mod-cons available, but this is camping the way it should be done! I wasn’t here long enough to speak to any of the other campers, but everyone seemed relaxed and there was no loud music or anything played into the night, meaning I could drift to sleep easily enough at the end of the day. Thank you all.

Nick

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Farrs Meadow

David was an amazing host, extremely helpful and gave excellent advice. Facilities are not luxurious but erfectly adequate and what you want from a remotr campsite. Even though the wind blew hard we were well protected.

Dominic

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Sweet Hill Farm

What a great experience! The staff were very friendly and accommodating with an amazing ray of amenities. The showers are basic but really clean and hot, lovely! Such good value for money I would highly recommend this campsite! Thanks guys!

David

September 2025

Tent

2 nights at Sweet Hill Farm

This was my first time ever camping and I had a great time at this site, it's the perfect mix of rural, real camping with local amenities near enough especially for someone doing camping for the first time. Located right near the coast, it's a beautiful view, excellent facilities including showers and cafe. The only downside is that when I did arrive in the evening there was no one to greet us, even though the cafe should've been open at that time but other than that no complaints, wonderful hosts and would definitely go again.

Dave

September 2025

Tent

5 nights at Haddon Copse Farm

Loved staying here for 5 nights. The views are amazing, the limited pitches mean that everyone has private space and you don’t feel on top of each other. The bathrooms and washing facilities are great and the sun heated water was always perfect temperature. Something to make it feel even more private would be to really encourage meadow flowers or longer grass between the pitches to allow the private paths to each tent to feel extra special and allow for the space to feel even more private and hidden from the other tents. A hidden gem!

andrew

August 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Snelling Farm Campsite

A very spacious campsite with well-maintained composting facilities. The scenic drive down to the site is beautiful, and the clear night skies make it perfect for stargazing. Martins and owls were active both day and night, adding to the atmosphere. On some alternate nights, music played nearby from around 10 pm to 4 am. While noticeable, it was at a consistent and tolerable volume, and importantly, it wasn’t accompanied by disruptive behaviour.

With different options for camping on site, there were plenty of choices for a stay at Haddon Copse.

Felix

August 2025

Tent

5 nights at Haddon Copse Farm

Lovely small campsite with a very generous flat pitch for our tent. We had a wonderful stay with lovely walks along the stour and close to Sherborne and Shaftesbury which are picturesque little towns. Amenities were good with hot showers and washing up area. We did not take advantage of the organic food available to buy, but a very nice touch. Would definitely return for another stay.

Sarah

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Farrs Meadow

Great campsite, friendly owner! We stayed a couple of weeks ago, and have already returned since, and plan to again in a few weeks. Great location. Highly recommend 👌🏼

Laura

August 2025

4 nights at Andrea's Farm Breaks Keepers Hut

A little piece of heaven! 💫 Stayed for 4 nights but felt I could’ve lived there. So well thought out and finished to a really high standard. The bed was so comfortable and the trip gave me everything I needed. The toilet block was a stones throw away, with hot showers. The sunset views were a dream - thank you!

Carree

August 2025

5 m Class B

With kids

Weekend Trip to Snelling Farm Campsite

Fantastic campsite, heavenly amount of space, great atmosphere and brilliant facilities 😊👍

Nuala

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Small Trees Campsite

Friendly and free tea in the morning! Very laid back atmosphere. Great for families.

The landscape around the campsite was really beautiful, which made for a great place to sit and enjoy the scenery or as a base to explore the surrounding countryside.

Duncan

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Holyrood Farm Campsite

Fantastic views over the valley. Clean toilet and showers. It was lovely and quiet and we could fully relax and unwind. A short walk into Shaftesbury where there are plenty of pubs and places to eat. We had a great time and will be back.

Ieva

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Holyrood Farm Campsite

Both me and my son absolutely loved our mini getaway, the campsite is such a hidden gem. You can travel by foot in the nearby area if you follow the public footpath as you leave the campsite, plenty of cafes, pubs and shops which is great! Also fire pits and wood available which is always a bonus, highly recommend this campsite to everyone and will be returning 😊 Jason was super helpful upon arrival too. Thanks for having us!

Caroline

August 2025

5 m Class B

With pets

Weekend Trip to Croft Cottage Camping

Bill and Helen are so lovely and accommodating. A very ebullient and energetic couple. They rallied all the campers together on our last night to play volleyball as the site was closing for the season the next day. There’s a volleyball and badminton net in the middle of the field with rackets etc supplied if you just want a fun knock up. There pitch sizes are great are really generously spaced out. Loved the llamas and the fresh hen eggs that Helen left out for grabs one morning.! Couldn’t fault this place. We will be back.

Steven

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

Beautiful site and wonderful hosts. Such a relaxing place to stay with pitches nicely far apart. Very private and peaceful. Thank you!

Hubert

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Charisworth Farm

I had the most amazing camping experience here after not camping for 10 years, and it couldn’t have been better! 🏕️ The view is absolutely stunning, and the bell tent was a great size – clean, comfortable, and really cosy. The toilets and showers are quite basic, but honestly perfect for this kind of stay. The host was super helpful with excellent communication throughout, which made everything easy and stress-free. I especially loved the firepit, and wood was available, which made the evenings extra special. 🔥✨ Overall, this place exceeded my expectations and gave me the perfect return to camping. Highly recommended!

Dan

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Small Trees Campsite

This is a lovely campsite. Excellent shower and toilet facilities. Lovely touch with Tea &Coffee in the morning too. Owners really nice and approachable. Would highly recommend 👍

Meeru

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Small Trees Campsite

Nice and good location and good space love to see again