Swanage Bijou Camping
Kirkwood Park, Victoria Ave, Swanage BH19 1AR, UK
View on Google MapsA campsite near Swanage
About Swanage Bijou Camping
Tucked into a sheltered six-acre field ringed by hedges, this tents-only site offers proper back-to-basics camping – no electric hook-ups, no engine noise, no TVs – yet it's only a 10-minute stroll from Swanage town centre and five minutes from the beach. The flat, mown field lets you pick your spot (wheelbarrows provided for gear), and open fires and barbecues are encouraged. Spotless facilities keep things comfortable, while thoughtful touches like free ice-pack freezing, communal fridge space and charging sockets at reception show the owners care.
Families appreciate direct access to 20 acres of adjoining playing fields, complete with adventure playground and skate park – all reachable without crossing roads. A strict night-time silence policy and security patrol ensure peaceful sleep. Staff are genuinely helpful, full of local walk suggestions and sightseeing tips. The dog-friendly vibe and calm atmosphere make this a quietly appealing base for exploring the Jurassic Coast.
What's nearby
- Swanage Golf Games next door
- Texaco 250m away
- Amberlea 300m away
- Swanage Tyres & Tuning LTD 450m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
Details via Google — worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
People say this campsite offers clean and tidy amenities, including showers and toilets, and is conveniently located close to the beach and town. They also highlight the friendly and welcoming staff, who are accommodating and helpful. Guests mention the calm and peaceful vibe, with a strict night silence policy and a dog-friendly environment.
Summary via Google
Can I bring...?
Pitch types
- Non-electric grass tent pitch (small)
- Non-electric grass tent pitch (medium)
- Non-electric grass tent pitch (large)
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Facilities
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 3 takeaways deliver to this postcode (BH19 1AR)
Wimpy - Swanage
5.0 · American, Burgers
The Parade Fish Restaurant
5.0 · Fish & Chips, British
Herston Fishbar
Fish & Chips, British
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Deliveroo — 3 restaurants nearby
The Perfume Shop
Boots
Robert Dyas
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Co-op, Swanage on the doorstep
- Aldi 7.1 miles
- Sainsbury's, Poole 7.2 miles
- Asda 7.3 miles
- Tesco, Poole 8.1 miles
- Lidl, Poole 8.1 miles
- Morrisons, New Milton 16.8 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
What visitors say
Great campsite, was able to fit me in last minute whilst walking the SW Coastal path. All amenities were clean and tidy and only a 5 min walk to the town centre. Great communication from the owner. Highly recommend.
2 months ago · via Google
Truly recommend come here if youre in Swanage or on your mission through Southwestcoastpath, have few nights of camping with everything you need and as extra you can play Golf aswell:-) super close to the town/beach aswell & Andy ist trully caring Thank you a lot 🫶
3 weeks ago · via Google
Don’t bother wasting your time. The booking system is a shambles. Phoned them up, they confirmed that there was availability but asked me to fill out an online form. Filled it in. Didn’t hear anything for days, until I emailed them again. Just to be told they’re fully booked. You need to sort your business out! Also, £137 for two nights for a grass pitch?! You should be ashamed. Edit: in response to their response; The booking was put in prior to speaking on the phone and you assured me there was space. We awaited a confirmation that never came. When I chased it a couple of days later, you tell me you’re full. Doesn’t seem a very fair booking process if it’s not first come first serve.
a year ago · via Google
Great location, so close to the town & beach. Lovely, friendly, welcoming team, nothing too much to ask. Peaceful fields to camp in, with wheelbarrows on hand to cart stuff from car. The facilities are rustic, we're always clean and all we needed. Thank you, we'll be back 🤩
11 months ago · via Google
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