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Dorset

The Inside Park

4.0 (0)Price on Pitchup50.841°N, 2.194°W
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The crunch of gravel beneath your feet and the rustle of canvas in the Dorset breeze set the tone at The Inside Park, a straightforward year-round site welcoming tents, campervans and caravans. This is camping without frills in one of England's most storied counties, where the Jurassic Coast's fossil-rich cliffs and Thomas Hardy's literary landscapes lie within reach.

The Inside Park suits campers who value simplicity and flexibility over resort-style amenities. Whether you're exploring Dorset's market towns, walking coastal paths, or simply seeking a base for seasonal adventures, the year-round opening means you can pitch up regardless of the calendar. Campfire enthusiasts should check the current policy on arrival, as permissions may vary.

This is a no-nonsense camping experience where the landscape does the talking. The site maintains a low-key atmosphere that appeals to those who prefer their own company and the sound of birdsong to organised entertainment. Bring what you need, settle in, and let Dorset's considerable charms fill your days.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
16°C
Partly cloudy
7 mph
66%
7-Day Outlook
Today
19° / 12°
16%
Tue
20° / 14°
80%
Wed
21° / 14°
1%
Thu
24° / 12°
13%
Fri
25° / 14°
0%
Sat
22° / 13°
2%
Sun
27° / 16°
4%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

10 routes found via OpenStreetMap

The Hardy Way

Hiking routeRegional network
6.4 km from campsite

Hod Hill circular walk, Hod Hill

Walking routeLocal network
6.24 km from campsite
Route length: 1.6 km
Operator: National Trust
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Hod Hill butterfly walk, Hod Hill

Walking route
6.25 km from campsite
Route length: 1.6 km
Operator: National Trust
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Walk at White Mill and Shapwick, Kingston Lacy

Walking routeLocal network
8.84 km from campsite
Route length: 6.4 km
Operator: National Trust
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Walk at Badbury Rings and The Oaks, Kingston Lacy

Walking routeLocal network
10.35 km from campsite
Route length: 6.1 km
Operator: National Trust
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