Activities and Attractions for Campers in Dorset

Dorset’s diverse landscapes offer an abundance of walking trails suitable for all abilities. The Jurassic Coast Path provides spectacular sea views, while the Wessex Ridgeway Trail delivers countryside vistas. For a unique experience, the Cerne Abbas Giant walk combines history with stunning scenery.

Step back in time with visits to the ancient Corfe Castle, the evocative ruins maintained by the National Trust, or explore the romantic ruins of Sherborne Old Castle, managed by English Heritage.

After a day of exploration, unwind in some of Dorset’s historic pubs. The Square and Compass in Worth Matravers and The Smuggler’s Inn in Osmington Mills are known for their local ales and hearty meals.

Dorset is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Try sea kayaking around Old Harry Rocks or mountain biking in Puddletown Forest. For something more laid-back, enjoy a round of golf at one of Dorset’s picturesque courses, or try your hand at fishing in the tranquil Stour.

The county boasts some of the UK’s most beautiful beaches. Spend a day building sandcastles at Studland Bay or hunt for fossils along Charmouth Beach.