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Corfe Castle, Dorset
Corfe Castle, Dorset
Lulworth Cove, Dorset
Why stay here ...
OFFERS*: Kids for £1 (aged 5-17) | Under 5s stay free | £5 refundable deposit
Great news - the site reopened on the 28th February 2025 following its major redevelopment. Find out more details on the improvements at camc.com/redevelopments.
Haycraft Club Campsite makes for an ideal base from which to explore the historic towns, picturesque villages and beautiful coastline of Dorset. There are numerous public footpaths and coastal walks near the campsite for walking enthusiasts, and if you're a beach lover you will be a short distance from the sandy beaches of Swanage or the glorious stretch of golden sands at Studland Bay.
The campsite also offers easy access to the charming attractions of Poole Harbour, Bournemouth, Dorchester, Weymouth, Wareham and the National Trust's Brownsea Island, home to the traditional red squirrel. Haycraft Club Campsite is situated just a few minutes' walk away from the magnificent Swanage Railway, allowing the opportunity to ride on heritage steam and diesel trains to Swanage town centre and the attractive Corfe Castle village, which is a great favourite with both the young and old alike. If you're looking for a holiday destination in Dorset, that's away from the beaten track but within convenient distance to it, you'll find this peaceful campsite to be the perfect location with its great views.
Please Note: Reception may close earlier than 8pm and staff may not be available to greet you. Don’t worry, you can still arrive on site until 8pm. We will simply contact you on your day of arrival with details of how to check-in. Please ensure your contact details are up to date on your Membership profile.
This campsite does not have a car park and can only accommodate one car per pitch.
Additional ways to stay:
Cottages - Haycraft Cottage, a 3 bedroom cottage sleeping up to 6 people is available to rent at this site. Visit camc.com/haycraftholidaycottage.
To contact the campsite directly, please call 01929 480572
Nearest alternative campsites: Smedmore House Caravan Club Site, Hunter's Moon Club Campsite, Crossways Club Campsite and New Forest Centenary Club Campsite.
*T&Cs
£5 Deposit: FREE cancellations and FREE amendments up to 21 days before arrival.
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Directions
Turn left off the A35 (Poole - Dorchester) at the roundabout onto the A351 (signposted Wareham, Swanage). In 11 miles at Harmans Cross turn right just before the petrol station into Haycrafts Lane (signposted Downshay). Continue with the village hall and railway station on the right, up a steep hill and narrow approach road with passing places. The site entrance is on the left in 0.75 mile (past railway station and past signposts for Downshay Farm).
Sites key:
- Postcode:
- BH19 3EB
- GPS:
- Lat 50.61667 / Lon -2.02223
- Plan a route to this site
- OS field ref:
- SY984797
- OS map ref:
- 195
- Handbook map ref:
- G2
Transport links
- Bus stop within 1 mile
- Buses go to: Swanage, Poole and Bournemouth
- Car hire on site
- Daily public Transport within 1 mile
- Nearest port: Poole (16 miles)
- Shop within 1 mile
Reviews
Paul Jarvis
Reviewed: 22/07/2025 13:53
Fantastic location and toilet block
8 nights stay with plenty to do we had a grass pitch overlooking the sea great location,the warden’s were very friendly,and helpful,we will definitely be returning
Brian Bodsworth
Reviewed: 19/07/2025 16:55
Excellent Site
We stayed at this site in early July. The facilities were amazing, brand new, superbly kept and easily accessible from all pitches. I hope that all new toilet blocks are built to this standard and general design. The wardens, Pat and Debbie Delaney were very friendly, helpful and always accessible... Show more
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Les Waterfall
Reviewed: 19/07/2025 15:41
Lovely site!
Initially booked for 4 nights but we enjoyed it so much, we extended our stay! The wardens went beyond the call of duty to find us a pitch on a day by day basis - many thanks to them!! Recently modernised the facilities are exemplary, as you would expect and... Show more
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Terence Hillcock
Reviewed: 18/07/2025 08:59
Don’t book a grass pitch!
Nicely refurbished hard standings and toilet block making it a lovely site but don’t book a grass pitch! Site fees were very expensive for a scruffy grass area with high hedges, shady and unkempt grass. Pitch ran down a bank and very difficult to level two ways. Its in a beautiful area... Show more
Eddie Donlan
Reviewed: 16/07/2025 19:32
3week stay at Haycraft
We have visited Haycraft now for 7years missing 2due to covid and refurbishment The old facilities were in a very poor condition but now it’s first class with a complete new rebuild of the toilet block. The pitches are well kept and re surfaced with new chippings The only thing to mention... Show more
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Janet Ashwell
Reviewed: 06/07/2025 18:15
Very clean and quiet site
Quietest site we have been to. Extremely clean and well kept. The toilet and shower block were exemplary. Nice little shop with most things you could need urgently and a good stock of ice creams. Lovely wild flower borders, a book swap and information point. Friendly and welcoming... Show more
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Pauline Pepper
Reviewed: 05/07/2025 21:14
A lovely peaceful stay in the countryside
When we arrived only two pitches left as very busy ,but we managed to move on to a better pitch with a wonderful view when the site became quieter. The relief wardens were very friendly and helpful, if we are in the area will definitely return lovely walks from... Show more
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Jo Ceely
Reviewed: 01/07/2025 21:33
Fantastic stay
Lovely small site, beautiful walks from the site. Smashing dog field where the dogs could have a good run. The ammentitys were outstanding, all looked like new and very clean. Both couples running the site were lovely and welcoming. Will defo be returning to this one.
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Clive Oliver
Reviewed: 24/06/2025 20:48
1st visit surprise
Excellent site in a great position. Ideally located for motorhomers with steam railway within 11 minutes walk. Train goes east to swanage. Really nice resort with sandy beach an pier. West to Corf Castle. Great for historians. All in all a great Campsite. With wardens to match. Lots of useful knowledge.... Show more
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sarah battyll
Reviewed: 14/06/2025 10:36
Fantastic site - highly recommend
This is a bright and shiny new site this year with wonderful facilities and fantastic staff - this really is a 10/10 site you won’t be disappointed
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Site contact details
- Telephone:
- 01929 480572
Most recent reviews
Paul Jarvis
Reviewed: 22/07/2025 13:53
Fantastic location and toilet block
8 nights stay with plenty to do we had a grass pitch overlooking the sea great location,the warden’s were very friendly,and helpful,we will definitely be returning ...
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