We spent a few days here during a dry spell in early October. The site is well cared for with an excellent info hut and the wardens are pleasant and helpful. The approach road near the site is a bit narrow so care is needed. We loved the location and enjoyed walking direct from site along the public field footpaths/bridleways/tracks to Worth Matravers tea shop (limited winter opening times) 1 day. Also walked via the ridge to the north of the site into Corfe Castle for a cream tea in the Nat Trust tearoom garden then back by bus to Langton Matravers and across the fields to site. Did not have children or dogs so can't really comment though there did appear to be a decent size dog area. Swanage and/or Studland beach would most likely suit families. We will return as we felt it was an ideal location for visiting and walking in this area of Purbeck.