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Herston Caravan & Campsite

2.0 star property
Campsite with free parking, near Swanage Beach

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Point of interest
Children’s play area – outdoor
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Point of interest

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Hill view

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 area

Swanage

At this campsite you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Swanage Beach and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Durlston Country Park. .This pet-friendly campsite offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and a corner/local shop. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Swanage campsite include Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks.
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What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Swanage 18 Hole Pitch and Putt - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Swanage Beach - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Swanage Railway - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Durlston Country Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

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
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Cellar Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Herston Caravan & Campsite

Campsite with free parking, near Swanage Beach
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Herston Caravan & Campsite also features a garden, a picnic area, and a corner/local shop. Self parking is free.

This Swanage campsite is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
This campsite offers 20 accommodations. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Dining

  • Daily English breakfast available 8 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

  • Smoke-free property

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

  • Pets: GBP 5 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

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

Is parking available at Herston Caravan & Campsite?

Yep, Herston Caravan & Campsite has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Herston Caravan & Campsite?

The closest beach to Herston Caravan & Campsite is Bournemouth Beach (13.1 km).

Does Herston Caravan & Campsite have a pool?

No, this campsite doesn't have a pool.

Does Herston Caravan & Campsite serve breakfast?

Yep, English brekkie is served daily between 8 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Herston Caravan & Campsite?

No, Herston Caravan & Campsite does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Herston Caravan & Campsite?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Herston Caravan & Campsite?

There isn't one on site, but Swanage 18 Hole Pitch and Putt is a short 14-minute walk away.

Reviews

Herston Caravan & Campsite Reviews

8.2

Very good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lovell

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

4/10 Poor

Suzanne

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
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 traveller

Travelled 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

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

8/10 Good

Steven

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

8/10 Good

D G

Travelled 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 traveller

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 traveller

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Di

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