95% (1.8K) • 941 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Swanage
Andrea's Farm Breaks Bell Tent
1. Andrea's Farm Breaks Bell Tent
97%
(17)
4.1km from Swanage · 1 unit
A bell tent on a Dorset farm campsite with views of Corfe Castle
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£90
/ night
Andrea's Farm Breaks Keepers Hut
2. Andrea's Farm Breaks Keepers Hut
100%
(12)
4.1km from Swanage · 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.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£100
/ night
Camp Hartland
3. Camp Hartland
94%
(66)
10km from Swanage · 40 units
Traditional camping on the Isle of Purbeck with campfires allowed and a pub next door
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
Primrose Fields Campsite
4. Primrose Fields Campsite
97%
(204)
18km from Swanage · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping in a Dorset hay meadow
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Farrs Meadow
5. Farrs Meadow
96%
(141)
21km from Swanage · 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
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Snelling Farm Campsite
6. Snelling Farm Campsite
99%
(140)
23km from Swanage · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
An amazingly green, natural feel and care-free atmosphere near the Dorset coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Frome Meadow Campsite
7. Frome Meadow Campsite
93%
(167)
25km from Swanage · 114 units
A magical riverside retreat near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£14
/ night
Southover Wood and Camping
8. Southover Wood and Camping
95%
(100)
27km from Swanage · 18 units · Tents, Glamping
Nearly wild camping in a vast Dorset woodland
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Charisworth Farm
9. Charisworth Farm
97%
(99)
27km from Swanage · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A spacious campsite in a traditional parkland setting, with campfires allowed and farm animals to meet
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£24
/ night
Muddycreek Farm (New Forest)
10. Muddycreek Farm (New Forest)
95%
(151)
30km from Swanage · 40 units
A 28 day August pop-up, offering traditional Hampshire camping on a New Forest Pony farm
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)
11. Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)
100%
(21)
31km from Swanage · 2 units
Secluded, peaceful glamping on the edge of the New Forest
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
Teddy's Farm
12. Teddy's Farm
99%
(154)
34km from Swanage · 95 units · Tents, Glamping
Family-friendly pop-up camping in the heart of the New Forest.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Dorset Farm Camping @ Dewflock Farm
13. Dorset Farm Camping @ Dewflock Farm
100%
(21)
35km from Swanage · 12 units
Shepherd's huts and bell tents on the farm with a prime location between historic Dorchester and seaside Weymouth
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£90
/ night
Sweet Hill Farm
14. Sweet Hill Farm
94%
(296)
35km from Swanage · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Harry's Field New Forest
15. Harry's Field New Forest
92%
(60)
37km from Swanage · 63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly, traditional New Forest camping with a pub next door and footpaths leading directly from the gateway
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£32
/ night
Croft Cottage Camping
16. Croft Cottage Camping
98%
(80)
38km from Swanage · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Small-time camping with a family-friendly buzz, a walk away from the beautiful New Forest
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£32
/ night
Tom's Field (New Forest)
17. Tom's Field (New Forest)
99%
(44)
40km from Swanage · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small, family-run camping in the New Forest National Park, brought about by popular demand
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Haddon Copse Farm
18. Haddon Copse Farm
99%
(49)
41km from Swanage · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping and glamping in an unspoilt location with glorious views of the Dorset Downs
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
Maple Field Camping
19. Maple Field Camping
92%
(26)
41km from Swanage · 30 units
Wildflowers, birds and butterflies abound at this traditional tent camping pop-up on the Hampshire-Dorset border
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
Harry's Meadow
20. Harry's Meadow
97%
(73)
43km from Swanage · 63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Back-to-basics camping with campfires in a spacious wildflower meadow, set on a beautiful New Forest estate
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£31
/ night
95% (1.8K) • 941 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Swanage
Andrea's Farm Breaks Bell Tent
1. Andrea's Farm Breaks Bell Tent
97%
(17)
4.1km from Swanage · 1 unit
A bell tent on a Dorset farm campsite with views of Corfe Castle
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£90
/ night
Andrea's Farm Breaks Keepers Hut
2. Andrea's Farm Breaks Keepers Hut
100%
(12)
4.1km from Swanage · 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.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£100
/ night
Camp Hartland
3. Camp Hartland
94%
(66)
10km from Swanage · 40 units
Traditional camping on the Isle of Purbeck with campfires allowed and a pub next door
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
£25
/ night
Primrose Fields Campsite
4. Primrose Fields Campsite
97%
(204)
18km from Swanage · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping in a Dorset hay meadow
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Farrs Meadow
5. Farrs Meadow
96%
(141)
21km from Swanage · 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
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Snelling Farm Campsite
6. Snelling Farm Campsite
99%
(140)
23km from Swanage · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
An amazingly green, natural feel and care-free atmosphere near the Dorset coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£20
/ night
Frome Meadow Campsite
7. Frome Meadow Campsite
93%
(167)
25km from Swanage · 114 units
A magical riverside retreat near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£14
/ night
Southover Wood and Camping
8. Southover Wood and Camping
95%
(100)
27km from Swanage · 18 units · Tents, Glamping
Nearly wild camping in a vast Dorset woodland
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Charisworth Farm
9. Charisworth Farm
97%
(99)
27km from Swanage · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A spacious campsite in a traditional parkland setting, with campfires allowed and farm animals to meet
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£24
/ night
Muddycreek Farm (New Forest)
10. Muddycreek Farm (New Forest)
95%
(151)
30km from Swanage · 40 units
A 28 day August pop-up, offering traditional Hampshire camping on a New Forest Pony farm
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£15
/ night
Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)
11. Fernwood Glamping (New Forest)
100%
(21)
31km from Swanage · 2 units
Secluded, peaceful glamping on the edge of the New Forest
Showers
Campfires
Potable water
from
£80
/ night
Teddy's Farm
12. Teddy's Farm
99%
(154)
34km from Swanage · 95 units · Tents, Glamping
Family-friendly pop-up camping in the heart of the New Forest.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Dorset Farm Camping @ Dewflock Farm
13. Dorset Farm Camping @ Dewflock Farm
100%
(21)
35km from Swanage · 12 units
Shepherd's huts and bell tents on the farm with a prime location between historic Dorchester and seaside Weymouth
Showers
Campfires
Wifi
from
£90
/ night
Sweet Hill Farm
14. Sweet Hill Farm
94%
(296)
35km from Swanage · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£12
/ night
Harry's Field New Forest
15. Harry's Field New Forest
92%
(60)
37km from Swanage · 63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Family-friendly, traditional New Forest camping with a pub next door and footpaths leading directly from the gateway
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£32
/ night
Croft Cottage Camping
16. Croft Cottage Camping
98%
(80)
38km from Swanage · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Small-time camping with a family-friendly buzz, a walk away from the beautiful New Forest
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
£32
/ night
Tom's Field (New Forest)
17. Tom's Field (New Forest)
99%
(44)
40km from Swanage · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small, family-run camping in the New Forest National Park, brought about by popular demand
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£35
/ night
Haddon Copse Farm
18. Haddon Copse Farm
99%
(49)
41km from Swanage · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
Simple camping and glamping in an unspoilt location with glorious views of the Dorset Downs
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£14
/ night
Maple Field Camping
19. Maple Field Camping
92%
(26)
41km from Swanage · 30 units
Wildflowers, birds and butterflies abound at this traditional tent camping pop-up on the Hampshire-Dorset border
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from
£15
/ night
Harry's Meadow
20. Harry's Meadow
97%
(73)
43km from Swanage · 63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Back-to-basics camping with campfires in a spacious wildflower meadow, set on a beautiful New Forest estate
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
£31
/ night
Top camping destinations around Swanage
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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April
October 2025
Tent
Lovely short walk to the lighthouses and great flat ground for camping. The team were super friendly and helpful when are car battery died!
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Angela
October 2025
4 m Class B
With pets
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!
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Mark
September 2025
Tent
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.
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Nick
September 2025
Tent
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.
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Dominic
September 2025
Tent
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!
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David
September 2025
Tent
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.
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Fiona
September 2025
8 m Class A
With pets
Lovely spacious site. Loos and showers immaculately clean.
Christina was super helpful recommending bike rides and lending us an an OS map. The real clincher though was the easy access to the neighbouring woodland/forest for dog walking.
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Dave
September 2025
Tent
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!
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andrew
August 2025
Tent
With kids
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.
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Kelly
August 2025
Tent
With kids
I love camping on Christina's land. Some may think it's very basic with portaloo's ( always smell nice and are always clean) and porta- showers ( which are lovely and hot and clean) but for us it's perfect especially for the kids and dog- not a phone in sight. We have camped there three times and will definitely be returning. Christina can not do enough for you, and always greeted with a smile.
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Felix
August 2025
Tent
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.
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Sarah
August 2025
Tent
With pets
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 👌🏼
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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!
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nigel
August 2025
Tent
With kids
I loved it really peaceful 10 minute drive to tesco and shops lots of space for children to play really nice farm animals horses and cows
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Carree
August 2025
5 m Class B
With kids
Fantastic campsite, heavenly amount of space, great atmosphere and brilliant facilities 😊👍
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Stuart
August 2025
Tent
Lovely site, 3 open fields to just choose your spot. Eco loos and 2 bathrooms, had to wait a few minutes at times but not an issue. Great cafe on site with very friendly staff. We walked along the old tram line and the river walk into Wareham which was beautiful and it’s an easy 15 minute walk to the pub for dinner. Will definitely be back next August 😊
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Kyle
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Absolutely loved it, such a great spot, amazing vibe, super chill. Can't say a bad word about the place.
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Billy
August 2025
Tent
With pets
A very warm and friendly welcome. A lot of space to find a pitch, easy access to water, clean toilets and very clean showering facilities.
Zero complaints and we will 100% return again.
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Dan
August 2025
Tent
The campsite is spacious and in a good location. Showers are great, toilets are a bit basic (portaloos) but cleaned regularly so wasn't really an issue. A nice peaceful weekend thanks!
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Chey
August 2025
5 m Class B
With pets
I camped in my camper van, so to be honest, I didn't require the use of the many facilities available.
However, top marks for site tidiness, and the arrival too, a friendly and warm greeting.
It was great to see night time fires like some medieval encampment, the off the ground fire pits (available for hire) along with kindling and wood were very much in use. But along with the fires , health and safety was also provided for, buckets of water and ash bins specifically for safety. I mention this as the summer has turned all grass land into savannahs.
The publicly accessible forestry commission land was wonderful for walking my dog at all times of the day.
I will be returning.
Its a wonderful site, run by people who choose to infuse the very ground with that of laughter and fun times. What a great legacy to leave on our earth.
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Campsites near Swanage guide
Where to go
Lulworth Cove
Set some 16 miles from Swanage in Dorset is Lulworth Cove, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Campers can set up tents or hook up the motorhome to nearby private campsites along the Jurassic Coast that provide clean shower and toilet facilities, picnic areas, and easy access to the cove’s turquoise waters. Or rent a cottage or go glamping in a shepherd’s hut for a bit more comfort. Created by melted ice overflow from nearby seas and rivers, the cove waters are popular for swimming and kayaking. Then, enjoy land activities like coastal walks along rugged cliffs for sea views or explorations to Lulworth Crumple and Stair Hole.
Corfe Castle
Northwest of Swanage lies Corfe Castle, a historic ruin built by William the Conqueror that exudes medieval charm. Nearby private farm campsites and holiday parks in villages offer a range of amenities, including tent pitches and campervan spaces, as well as clean shower and toilet facilities, electrical hookups, on-site shops, and wifi access. Cottage and cabin rentals are also available near the castle. Then wake up and enjoy Corfe Castle’s ancient walls that are over 1,000 years old. Afterward, take a hike along Purbeck Hills on the Purbeck Ridgeway to get views of Old Harry and the Swanage Railway.
New Forest National Park
Just a short drive northeast of Swanage sits the enchanting New Forest National Park. Wilderness explorers can hike the park's trails, including the scenic routes of Lyndhurst Circular Walk and Tall Trees Trail, which offer views of the forest’s ancient woodlands and open heathlands. Find cycling adventures and exciting wildlife sightings—most notably of the free-roaming New Forest ponies. Afterward, unwind at a tent or caravan park run by Camping in the Forest with amenities like full electric hookups and toilet and shower facilities.
When to go
Summers in Swanage bring pleasant temperatures and are popular for coastal walks, swimming, and outdoor activities. Spring and autumn offer milder weather and a vibrant display of foliage, creating a colourful backdrop for hiking and exploring. Winter in Swanage brings a different charm, with fewer crowds and a serene atmosphere. Temperatures range from 5°C to 10°C.