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Herston Caravan & Campsite

2.0 star property
Campground with free parking, near Swanage Beach

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Children's play area - outdoor

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Washpond Lane, Swanage, England, BH19 3DJ
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Swanage Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Durlston Country Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Swanage

This campground places you within 2 miles (3 km) of popular sights like Swanage Beach and Durlston Country Park. This 20-room campground welcomes guests with conveniences like a coffee shop/cafe and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Swanage Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Swanage Railway - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Durlston Country Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Pier Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Swanage Herston Halt Station - 11 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Bay Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Crust Pizzeria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burnt Toast - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Herston Caravan & Campsite

Campground with free parking, near Swanage Beach
This campground features free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include a convenience store and a garden.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Dining

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 3 to 10.95 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: GBP 5 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 20 units
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 5 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 3.00 to 10.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 5 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The campground can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Herston Caravan Campsite Swanage
Herston Caravan Swanage
Herston Caravan
Herston Caravan &
Herston Caravan & Campsite Swanage
Herston Caravan & Campsite Campsite
Herston Caravan & Campsite Campsite Swanage

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this campground?

This campground is located in Swanage, close to Corfe Castle, Swanage Beach, and Old Harry Rocks. You'll also find Dorset and East Devon Coast and Studland Beach and Nature Reserve within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this campground?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the campground.

Is this campground associated with a casino?

No, this campground is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this campground?

No, there is no indoor pool at this campground.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Herston Caravan & Campsite?

Couples staying at this campground will appreciate amenities like a café and a garden plus some accommodations include hill views.

Are there hot tubs at Herston Caravan & Campsite?

No, this campground doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this campground offer breakfast?

Yes, this campground serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Does this campground allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at this campground for a fee of GBP 5 per pet, per night.

How close is the airport from this campground?

The closest major airport to this campground is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 17.5 mi away (52 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Herston Caravan & Campsite?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Herston Caravan & Campsite.

Herston Caravan & Campsite Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lovell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Suzanne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The site is advertised with a bar and play area for children, it has neither, the shop is merely a large shed and the regular pitches need maintaining as they make the area very scruffy, (naked mannequins outside, really)! Overall, will not be going back and wouldnt reccomend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Martin welcomed us and was friendly. You could see the team work hard to maintain the showers for so many people and the tent was peaceful and dark at night aiding restful sleep. It has lovely views and so many places to visit with easy driving distance. Great stay for families
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not bad site we was out of season so a big bonus tents close to get but only ones there so not a problem toilets showers clean modern new and allocation to one person only which was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Sophie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Bell tents perfect for a weekend away

Lovely bell tents perfect for a weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Hayley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Bell tent stay.

We were unlucky with the weather so there was rain which dripped on to our bedding (bell tent) and the road in and out of the camp were clay mud making it tricky to move the car. The pitches were lovely but very close to one another. Quite a trek to the loos and showers (which were cold water in the am). However, they were clean. Seemed lots of long-standing residential camping with plots not always well maintained. The location makes this campsite. The fire pit is also a lovely addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim Man

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Gem of a campsite

Beautiful location with good amenities and easy access into the town. Short drive to studland beaches. A good, well-stocked shop with friendly staff. Refreshments/food good and good value. The Glamping tents are comfortable and had plenty of room for me and my three children. Would definitely go back and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

louise

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Stay was good, great tents, fire pit, staff, shop, location, unfortunately noisy neighbours 2 nights, showers were not clean when we went to use them at 5ish on the 3 days we stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jamie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Quirky little place

Allowed early check in and late check out,most staff really friendly. 1 older fella bit abrupt. Breakfast is not available on a Sunday morning! Showers majority were clean, but took a good 15/20 mins to get warmish water to come through, Toilets were clean not place fault, if people can’t flush a chain. My only 2 major issues were noise and there’s no safe, quick, easy access to toilets, from bell tents. Maybe need a set of toilets putting up there. I was a little miffed that the kids play area wasn’t open and not informed. Apart from that alls good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice Swanage Bell Tent

comfy air beds, we had two doubles. toilet blocks cleaned daily, bacon sandwich at the cafe all good. Short walk to swanage 1.5 miles easy walking, for restuarants. We used this as a base for walking. All you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Dean

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort

A Yurty Weekend Away

Bear in mind, we don’t usually go camping so i don’t have much of a point of reference…easy check in; basic, not too clean yurt but with a plug socket. Bathrooms not particularly clean (but I guess other users didn’t clean up after they finished). A good 30 min walk from the seafront.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not Glamping

Not glamping! Very disappointing- nearest toilets were filthy, showers sectioned off and not cleaned once in the five days we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Jenny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

D G

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good camping trip

Overall good camping trip. Pretty site and clean. Showers no water pressure. No recycling bins - shocking for such a large site. Need to bring cooking equipment and all utensils - not necessarily clear
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Charlie

Liked: Room comfort
All good but wish bar had been open as food served later into the evening . Assume covid restricted .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
The location, the views, we were next to the horse field and had a great view of the steam train running through! So peaceful and close to amenities. Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Di

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021