What's that – Hipcamp endorsing a holiday park? Whoah,
chill-out camping fans. Before you snap your tent poles in protest, hear us out.
Sure this site is part of the West Dorset Leisure Holidays empire, but
Graston Copse is bona fide traditional camping with all the first-rate facilities you would expect
from such a well-oiled machine. Yes, caravans are permitted, but they're an unobtrusive
100 metres from the camping field, with a 4-metre-high hedge partitioning the
view. Still with us? We thought as much.
Tucked away down a single-track country road, this riverside
campsite is a peaceful retreat in the heart of the south-west Dorset countryside.
Upon arrival, you instantly realise just how fantastically spacious Graston Copse's 5-acre meadow really is. Generously
sized pitches are nicely marked out with enough room to fit a large family
tent and car. There's also ample room space to sit out and soak up the rays.
A stroll across the site is
a revelation. The onsite nature-trail is a lovely little walk, with woodpeckers,
watervoles, and kingfishers to keep you company along the way.
The surrounding area is simply stunning. The glorious sweep of the Jurassic
Coast, (England’s first natural World Heritage Site) provides the eye-candy and is the perfect setting for all types of seaside fun. Whether
you’re a paddler, sailor, amateur angler, or sun-tan fan, this place genuinely has something for all.
The site is also excellently located for exploring the South West Coast Path and enjoying the stunning, picturesque views across
Lyme Bay.
Whilst you relax in the shade of Graston Copse’s shady trees, amble around its surrounding countryside, or enjoy a full-flavoured pint in
the local pub, you can congratulate yourself on picking such a likeable, charming campsite.