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The Railway Campsite
Harmans Cross, Swanage, Dorset







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Head to Harman's Cross for a back to basics camping experience at the Railway Campsite. The site welcomes tents, motorhomes and caravans on its non electric grass pitches in the large camping field. Enjoy sweeping views of the Purbeck Hills, you'll also catch a glimpse of the Swanage Steam Railway running just outside the site - a trainspotter's paradise!
Why you'll love it at The Railway Campsite
Located next to the Swanage Railway - perfect for watching the steam trains pass by!
Within 30 minutes of some of Dorset's best beaches including Durdle Door and Swanage Beachfront
A spacious back-to-basics campsite with a relaxing atmosphere and friendly staff
About the site
Situated next to the Swanage Railway, and within easy reach of many of Dorset's most popular attractions, this is the perfect location for enjoying all this beautiful county has to offer. This back to basics site is family friendly and the ideal spot if you want to spend your days watching the steam trains, or chilling out on the beach. Tents, caravans and motorhomes are welcome on the site's non electric grass pitches spread across the large, peaceful camping field. A maximum of 75 tents, 27 motorhomes and three caravans are allowed at any one time to ensure everyone has plenty of room to relax. The Purbeck Heritage Coast is just a ten minute drive from the site and is great for spending your days walking the picturesque coastal path. Swanage Beachfront is also just a ten minute drive away and is the perfect place for a swim or a stroll along the historic pier. Campfires are allowed, just please keep them contained. BBQs and stoves are also permitted. Well behaved dogs are welcome.
Open from 1 July to 30 September
There are 105 accommodation options on-site

75 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Grass pitches with no electric suitable for tents.

27 x Non Electric Grass Motorhome Pitches
Grass pitches with no electric suitable for motorhomes.

3 x Non Electric Grass Caravan Pitches
Grass pitches with no electric suitable for caravans.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at The Railway Campsite?
Call 07748 200271 to book.
24 hours - voicemail out of hours.
Unfortunately The Railway Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
Commercial vehicles are not allowed.
Interested in staying at The Railway Campsite?
Call 07748 200271 to book.
24 hours - voicemail out of hours.
Unfortunately The Railway Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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