Is there a campsite right on or near the south coast (Bournemouth area?)

[LadyOfWaffle]

We are thinking of going away for 1-2 nights this weekend to Bournemouth and can't seem to find a campsite right near the beach. Or just a really nice one (child friendly). Anyone have any recommendations? (Bar Sandy Balls ) Thanks

[Surfermum]

There aren't any in Bournemouth itself near the beach. Wherever you stay there'll be a bit of a drive to get to the beach.

I haven't stayed at either of these, but have a look at Merley Court or South Lytchett Manor on UK campsite. They've always looked nice to me.

[LadyOfWaffle]

Thanks By Bournemouth I mean Hampshire coast really - I just call the whole area Bournemouth

[bigbellylady]

lots of campsites near studland just over the ferry from poole here for example

Poole is far nicer than Bournemouth and Purbeck great for camping

[Glitterknickaz]

Purbeck rocks. We're off there in three weeks woo hoo!

[Surfermum]

we're Dorset, not Hampshire! .

[bigbellylady]

I know but Bournemouth is Dorset not Hampshire too

[LadyOfWaffle]

O yer. New Forest is Hampshire...

[LadyOfWaffle]

Nice site! Love to camp in the trees We are NT members so free parking at Studland

[lucysmum]

Around Corfe Castle area - very beautiful - Toms field - nearly always full. Woodhayes on on road to Swanage - basic but lovely open fields esp field 3. Someone recommended one at East Creech.