Poole campsites
Poole has a reputation for being a watersports haven and does not disappoint. The busy harbour is a vibrant place to explore with its boats, shops and old buildings, while the white sandy beaches and Brownsea Island are also not to be missed. Book a fun-filled getaway at one of these Poole campsites.
53 Poole campsites
Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset (4.5 miles)
4.67 /5
69 reviews
94%
would recommend
Award-winning family friendly site with charming, back-to-nature camping. Just 15 minutes from Studland Beach.
Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset (6.1 miles)
4.91 /5
37 reviews
97%
would recommend
Family-run camping and touring site on a working farm with an onsite farm shop, just outside Corfe Castle.
Swanage, Dorset (6.7 miles)
3.62 /5
132 reviews
58%
would recommend
Family-friendly site with an onsite bar, restaurant, shop and entertainment, just five minutes from Swanage.
Swanage, Dorset (6.8 miles)
4.42 /5
31 reviews
97%
would recommend
Camping site set in the heart of the Purbeck countryside, a short distance from Swanage and Corfe Castle.
West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset (8.5 miles)
4.59 /5
180 reviews
88%
would recommend
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping near the Jurassic Coast, in easy reach of the New Forest.
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Holt, Dorset (8.9 miles)
4.76 /5
28 reviews
100%
would recommend
An adult only touring base by the New Forest and Poole's sandy beaches, the perfect dog friendly base.
East Stoke, Wareham, Dorset (9 miles)
4.8 /5
91 reviews
93%
would recommend
Family camping with campfires on a wildflower meadow, near Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World and Lulworth.
Wareham, Dorset (10 miles)
4.79 /5
83 reviews
89%
would recommend
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping next door to Monkey World. Onsite alpacas you can walk and meet!
Horton, Dorset (10.6 miles)
4.78 /5
22 reviews
91%
would recommend
Family friendly camping, touring and glamping. Onsite animals, fishing and crafts, 20 minutes from Bournemouth.
Wool, Dorset (10.6 miles)
4.8 /5
42 reviews
92%
would recommend
Award-winning friendly family run park set in five and a half acres of Dorset countryside.
Bransgore, Christchurch, Hampshire (12.3 miles)
4.36 /5
30 reviews
87%
would recommend
Family-friendly campsite set in the New Forest. Onsite cafe, bike hire, archery and paddle boarding!
Burley, Hampshire (13.3 miles)
4.58 /5
37 reviews
95%
would recommend
An idyllic family friendly campsite in the heart of the New Forest, spacious grass pitches and close to beaches.
Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset (13.6 miles)
4.74 /5
65 reviews
98%
would recommend
Peaceful campsite on a former airfield in the New Forest. Onsite shop and play park, just 15 minutes to the beach!
Ringwood, Hampshire (13.8 miles)
4.97 /5
14 reviews
100%
would recommend
Charming shepherd's hut and gypsy wagon, ideal for couples and families. Perfect for exploring the New Forest.
Dorchester, Dorset (14.7 miles)
4.64 /5
11 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family run site set in a 20 acre field on an organic farm within easy reach to the Purbeck Heritage coast.
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Lytchett Minster, Poole, Dorset (3.2 miles)
An award-winning 5-star campsite, located in stunning parkland just 3 miles from Poole and the Jurassic coast.
Lytchet Matravers, Poole, Dorset (4.1 miles)
Adult-only (16+), dog-friendly touring and camping park for a peaceful getaway in the Dorset countryside.
Corfe Mullen, Dorset (4.8 miles)
A peaceful yurt glamping experience for a woodland family getaway with relaxing onsite holistic massages.
Lytchett Matravers, Poole, Dorset (5 miles)
Family-friendly camping and glamping with fantastic views over Poole Harbour. Campfires welcome!
Ridge, Wareham, Dorset (5 miles)
A friendly, family-run camping and caravan site on a small farm close to the Purbeck Hills and lovely South Coast.
Swanage, Dorset (6.1 miles)
Family and pet friendly tent and touring holiday park nestled under the Purbeck Hills with indoor pool, restaurant.
Wareham, Dorset (6.3 miles)
From treehouses to wild camping - Blue Pool camping has something for everyone. Peaceful tranquillity at it's best.
Wareham, Dorset (6.5 miles)
The Purbeck Hills, award winning beaches and a castle make this a popular family site.
Swanage, Dorset (6.5 miles)
Small touring site in Dorset AONB, just ten minutes from Swanage Bay. Dog friendly.
West Parley, Ferndown, Dorset (6.8 miles)
Camping and touring 15 mins from the New Forest and near to Bournemouth and beaches. Open year round.
Hurn, Christchurch, Dorset (6.8 miles)
A family-run riverside campsite in Christchurch with excellent onsite facilities such as golf, café and a bar.
Swanage, Dorset (6.8 miles)
Small, friendly and family run farm camping site situated in Purbeck with grass pitches close to Swanage beach.
Harmans Cross, Swanage, Dorset (6.8 miles)
Back-to-basics, family friendly tent and tourer camping located next to the Swanage steam trains Railway.
Coldharbour, Wareham, Dorset (6.9 miles)
An open, rural, family-run caravan and campsite, surrounded by Wareham Forest, centrally located in Purbeck.
Swanage, Dorset (7.1 miles)
A peaceful site with picturesque views of Corfe Castle, ten minutes from Swanage Beach. Dog friendly.
Bournemouth, Dorset (7.1 miles)
Bell tent glamping, set on the beautiful Parley Estate. Just 15 minutes from Bournemouth beach.
Wareham, Dorset (7.3 miles)
A 5-star park in Wareham Forest with a swimming pool. Bring the family and the dog - all welcome. Open all year.
Swanage, Dorset (8.1 miles)
Small, family friendly tent and campervan site with shepherd's hut. Located minutes from South West Coast Path.
Wareham, Dorset (8.4 miles)
Fully furnished bell tents for families and couples on an equestrian farm. 15 minutes to the Jurassic Coast.
East Stoke, Wareham, Dorset (8.7 miles)
A quick drive from beaches, Durdle Door and Monkey World, this dog friendly site is your base in the Dorset AONB.
Kimmeridge, Wareham, Dorset (9 miles)
Privately owned and Caravan Club affiliated site, set on a stunning and unspoilt stretch of the Jurassic Coastline.
St Leonards, Ringwood, Dorset (9.7 miles)
Adult only site at the gateway to Dorset and the New Forest. Just 20 minutes to the coast and Bournemouth.
Blandford Forum, Dorset (9.9 miles)
Pub campsite with camping and touring pitches. Surrounded by stunning countryside in the beautiful Tarrant Valley.
Burton, Bournemouth, Dorset (10.1 miles)
Eco, pop up site with bell tents. Five minutes to local pubs, the New Forest and Avon Beach!
Horton Heath, Wimborne, Dorset (10.2 miles)
A luxurious, family friendly resort just 15 mins from the New Forest with a swimming pool, hot tub and outdoor bar!
Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, Dorset (10.3 miles)
A tranquil, family friendly site with pitches close to Moors Valley Country Park and the New Forest.
Sopley, Christchurch, Dorset (10.5 miles)
Group glamping in spacious bell tents on the outskirts of the New Forest. Ideal for hen dos and birthday parties.
Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, Dorset (10.6 miles)
A spacious, dog friendly family park, near Moors Valley Country Park, the New Forest, a pub and several beaches.
Bockhampton, Christchurch, Dorset (10.6 miles)
Family friendly bell tents in rural Dorset. Just five minutes from the New Forest and 20 minutes to Bournemouth.
Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset (12 miles)
This small family park offers a base from which you can explore the unspoilt New Forest and surrounding areas.
Winfrith Newburgh, Dorchester, Dorset (12.8 miles)
Small, peaceful, family run CL site in Winfrith Newburgh, close to the beaches. Open year round.
Fairmile, Blandford Forum, Dorset (13.3 miles)
Traditional built shepherd's hut in the heart of Dorset in a designated AONB. Ideal for couples.
Dorchester, Dorset (13.6 miles)
Woodland site with private fire pits and group pitches, 20 minutes to Dorchester and 30 minutes to Durdle Door
Wareham, Dorset (13.6 miles)
A family-owned park with unrivalled access to the famous limestone arch at Durdle Door.
Stourpaine, Blandford Forum, Dorset (14.3 miles)
A small, family run site on a farm, by the Cranborne Chase AONB and close to Blandford Forum. Dog friendly.
Burley, Hampshire (14.3 miles)
Nestled in fields with direct access to the New Forest, family and dog friendly glamping bell tents
Blandford, Dorset (14.5 miles)
Glamping and camping with an onsite farm shop and tearooms. Ideal for hen weekends, couples and families.
Blandford, Dorset (14.7 miles)
Stylish bell tent glamping on a 400m2 pitch with space for additional tent camping, surrounded by the River Stour.
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Things to do in Poole
A boat trip over to Brownsea Island within Poole Harbour is highly recommended. The picturesque island has plenty of local wildlife on show, and has one of the last remaining red squirrel colonies in the UK. The National Trust island used to be privately owned and even has its only castle, which was built by Henry VIII.
Poole's lovely outdoor spaces are sure to please too, with highlights including the soft white sand at Sandbanks Beach (take the Sandbanks Ferry from the harbour) and Branksome Chine Beach. Beautiful Upton Country Park has 120 acres of parkland to explore (with a nature trail for kids), while the 10 acres of attractive gardens of Compton Acres are stunning.
The town also offers an array of watersports, including stand up paddleboarding, sailing, boat trips and fishing.
For a family picnic, head to Poole Park with a good book. It's next to the harbour, which is also a lovely place for a stroll. Alternatively, Hamworthy Park is right on the seafront and has a small paddling pool that the kids will enjoy.
Families with young children will also love Farmer Palmer's Farm Park. It has a range of delightful animals, as well as exciting pig racing and a lovely woodland walk. there's plenty here to keep the little ones entertained. Or for something a bit more uptempo, Splashdown Waterpark is on hand to entertain with a mix of waterslides including Black Thunder (completely in the dark) and the lazy Mississippi Drifter.
Local museums are a good choice for rainy and sunny days alike, with interesting options including the Poole Museum and Scaplen's Court Museum and Herb Garden, which offers a fascinating insight into the history of Poole. The Poole Old Lifeboat Museum is also worth a visit and includes an old lifeboat, and equipment used by the crews.
Other options for when it's wet include Poole Pottery (where you can paint your own masterpieces), The Ark soft play, Prevail Skatehouse indoor skate park, and the ten pin bowling alley and cinema at Tower Park.
There are a number of of excellent attractions nearby too, including the beautiful Studland Beach and Nature Reserve (with views of Old Harry Rocks), Corfe Castle, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door.
The towns of Bournemouth, Swanage and Christchurch are also easy day trips.