Best Beach Camping Near Bournemouth 2025

United Kingdom
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England
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South West England
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Dorset
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Bournemouth

94% (508 reviews)

Popular camping styles for Bournemouth

Available this weekend

100%

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Dog-friendly getaways

93%

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Sweet Hill Farm

10 units · Motorhomes, Tents6 acres · Dorset, South West England

Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland

85%

(123)

The Old Airfield

114 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents30 acres · Hampshire, South East England

A New Forest airfield that's been overtaken by nature, less than 10 minutes' drive from the coast

96%

(581)

Chalky Downs

36 units · Motorhomes, Tents12 acres · Brighton, East Sussex, South East England

Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton

100%

(38)

Ninham Country Holidays

16 units · Motorhomes, Tents12 acres · Shanklin, England

A stunning, family-friendly campsite on the stunning, family-friendly Isle of Wight

Hardyes Countryside Camping

35 units · Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Weymouth, Dorset, South West England

Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.

12 top beach campsites near Bournemouth

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Chalky Downs

36 units · Motorhomes, Tents12 acres · Brighton, East Sussex, South East England

Traditional tent camping in a stunningly-located South Downs farm, just down the road from buzzing Brighton

Sweet Hill Farm

10 units · Motorhomes, Tents6 acres · Dorset, South West England

Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland

The Old Airfield

114 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents30 acres · Hampshire, South East England

A New Forest airfield that's been overtaken by nature, less than 10 minutes' drive from the coast

Coppet Hill

18 units · Glamping, Tents600 acres · Bridport, England

Wildlife-friendly camping and glamping with private loos at each pitch, 15 minutes' drive from the coast

Hardyes Countryside Camping

35 units · Motorhomes, Tents4 acres · Weymouth, Dorset, South West England

Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.

Ninham Country Holidays

16 units · Motorhomes, Tents12 acres · Shanklin, England

A stunning, family-friendly campsite on the stunning, family-friendly Isle of Wight

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Heritage Coast Campsite

29 units · Motorhomes, Tents6 acres · Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales

Simple camping (with glamping options) just a stroll from the nearest Glamorgan beach – plus a brilliant little café to boot

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Brig's Farm

21 units · Glamping, Tents1 acre · Bridport, Dorset, South West England

Family camping with campfires near Charmouth, with sea views and a couple of quirky glamping lorries

97%

(16)

The High Nature Centre

14 units · Glamping, Motorhomes, Tents5 acres · Salcombe, Devon, South West England

A stay at The High Nature Centre is sure to reinvigorate the soul as only a sojourn by the sea can

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The Downs Stables Holidays

2 units · Glamping150 acres · Worthing, West Sussex, South East England

Modern glamping pods on a working racing stables in the South Downs

Glamping at Swanage by PitchingIt

4 units · Glamping1 acre · Swanage, England

Camping is all about horses for courses: some people want to stay somewhere so remote that it’s accessible only by car, while others prefer the convenience of getting to the site by train and then being able to reach everything within a short walk. If you belong in the second camp (and if you are after a holiday at the seaside), Glamping at Swanage Bijou by PitchingIt, in Dorset, might well be the answer to your prayers. You’ll have little need for your car at this family- and dog-friendly Swanage site, since it’s only a short stroll from the High Street (about 10 minutes) and an even shorter stroll from the beach (five minutes). Despite being so close to town, though, the site feels remarkably peaceful – likely thanks to the high hedges that surround it and make it feel more secluded than it is. Bell tents decorated with bunting and floral accents sit on a level grassy field that’s part of Kirkwood Park, an outdoor complex that includes an 18-hole golf course, plus foot and frisbee golf. There is also direct access to a well-equipped playground and to a skateboard park with multiple ramps where the kids can practise their kickturns and flips. Toilets and hot-water showers complete the picture, alongside an area where you can wash up after your barbecue. The nearest supermarket is a five-minute drive away (10 minutes on foot), but if you prefer to let someone else take care of the cooking, there are lots of restaurants and cafés within walking distance.

Rocombe Valley Retreat

5 units · Glamping1 acre · Lower Rocombe, England

Glamping near the English Riviera, with wood-fired hot tubs and coarse fishing lakes

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

Beach camping near Bournemouth guide

Overview

Looking for the perfect beach camping experience near Bournemouth, England? With over 1,596 options available on Hipcamp, you're sure to find the ideal spot to soak up the sun and surf. Whether you prefer a secluded spot or a bustling campground, you'll find it all at Hipcamp. Some of the top campsites with rave reviews include Chalky Downs (90 reviews), Sweet Hill Farm (66 reviews), and South Dean Camping (40 reviews). With facilities like campfires, toilets, and showers, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Plus, you can enjoy popular activities like snow sports, visiting historic sites, and biking in the beautiful beachside terrain. Prices range from as low as £10 to an average of £26 per night, making beach camping accessible to everyone. So why wait? Start planning your beach camping adventure today!