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  • Swanage Coastal Heights Camping - Informal grass pitches available for camping getaways 18 July-31 August 2025.
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  • Wilksworth Caravan Park is closed from 01 November to 29 February.
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School Summer Holidays

A perfect location for a family school holiday across Dorset and Hampshire.

Looking for the somewhere to enjoy a staycation in Dorset or Hampshire? Our parks have plenty to keep you entertained and for spending quality time together on a family holiday

With the sun beaming down across all our parks you can enjoy the perfect family summer holiday without the hassle of airports and transfers. Explore the local beaches across Dorset and Hampshire or just relax and unwind together in your self-catering accommodation.

We offer the best of Britain, from unrivalled sunshine to amazing nature and landscapes, such as the stunning New Forest National Park and Jurassic Coast. With our idyllic locations, we can guarantee a great summer holiday for all.

At Shorefield Country Park and Oakdene Forest Park you can relax in the warm summer and get lost in your favourite book while the kids make a splash in the outdoor pools.

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  • Britain's best beaches on our doorstep
  • Situated in the heart of the New Forest
  • Award-winning parks and accommodation
  • Enjoy our outdoor pools
  • Go Active+ activities
  • Fun outdoor play areas
  • *Please note that these facilities may be closed for staycations this year until further notice, following Government guidance
  • Amusement arcades*
  • Fantastic entertainment on offer every day*
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Family Summer Holidays

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Activities

At Shorefield Holidays, we offer a wide range of family entertainment and things to do*.

With indoor and outdoor pools, football pitches and tennis courts at some of our parks, they’re the perfect place to stay active over the school holidays.

Shorefield Country Park and Oakdene Forest Park both have their own dedicated entertainments teams who put on daily shows; from cabaret to tribute bands, they never disappoint! To view the types of activities, entertainment and live acts you can enjoy during your stay just view our entertainment page.

Oakdene Forest Park boasts its own Go Active + program which gets the kids (of all ages) playing out in the sun. Here you can enjoy activities such as archery and water zorbing. Perfect for rainy day entertainment, when the weather threatens to make the school holidays that little bit less exciting than they should be.

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  • Swimming pools
  • Amusement arcades*
  • Football pitches
  • Tennis courts
  • Play areas
  • Daily entertainment*
  • Go Active+ (Oakdene Forest Park)
  • *Entertainment and facilities available subject to Government guidance
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Make a splash! The indoor pool at Oakdene

4 Family Making A Splash In The Outdoor Pool At Oakdene Forest Park

Outdoor pool fun and games

1 Cyril Cybil And Pat Our Mascots Have Fun

Entertainment for all the family*

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Entertainment*

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Tennis courts

3 A Family Watches The Water Walkers At Oakdene's Go Active+

Go Active+ activities*

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Near our Parks

During the school holidays you can enjoy all the fun family activities in our area.

Being perfectly located to enjoy both the sunshine and all the attractions around the Dorset & Hampshire area you can visit some fantastic places. We have some of Britain's best beaches right on our doorstep.

Being situated in the heart of the New Forest there is always plenty of walks and cycle routes to explore as well as some of the most spectacular wonders nature has to offer.

As well as all this, all our parks are a close distance to great attractions and family days out.

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  • Award winning beaches
  • The spectacular New Forest
  • Popular attractions
  • Seaside towns and villages
  • Stunning countryside and nature trails
  • Activities for all ages
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1 Children Crabbing At Swanage Pier

Never tried crabbing with the kids?

2 Deer At Stoney Cross New Forest

The wonderful wildlife in the forests

3 Family Walking Dog Through Woods

Don't forget the family pet!

4 Bournemouth Beach

Miles of stunning beaches to explore.

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Sizzling Summer holidays

Secure your school summer holiday getaway with us on the beautiful South Coast from as little as...

£36pp*

With so much to explore locally and on park, including fantastic family entertainment, activities, pools and so much more... Make it a summer to remember with us!

Our Summer Holidays

Pools available at our Shorefield, Oakdene & Wilksworth sites and opening times vary. Prices vary dependent on park, accommodation and number of nights. Subject to availability. *£36 per person, per night, based on a mid-week, 4 night short break staying at Forest Edge in a statement 2 caravan, sleeping 4 people. Applies to new bookings only.

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Ready, Steady, Go!

All short breaks or holidays booked directly with us staying at Oakdene Forest Park include a...

FREE

Go Active session! Your free session can be for up to 4 people for you to enjoy during your stay and can be selected from our range of fantastic activities.

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Every booking made directly, staying at Oakdene Forest Park will receive a unique code post booking, that can be redeemed online against 1 Go Active session during their stay, subject to availability. Your free session/activity is for up to 4 people. Want to 'Go' for more? Additional activities are bookable, but are chargeable. Excludes the Diamond Heist Escape Room experience, Nerf Warz and Woof's Workshop activities.

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Relax you're on holiday!

Take a break from the cooking and dine with us, you’re on holiday after all! Discover our great value food & drink...

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Even though your accommodation has everything you need, let us take care of everything and make your holiday spending money go that little bit further.

Shorefield Oakdene

Offers subject to availability at Shorefield Country Park and Oakdene Forest Park. We may occasionally sell out of some of the products shown. If we do, we’ll do our very best to offer you the nearest alternative.

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Peppa Pig World

The one and only home of Peppa Pig. A magical part of Paultons Park which hosts 7 themed rides and attractions designed to entertain the younger visitors.
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Bournemouth and Poole

Home to sandy beaches and scenic quays, Bournemouth and Poole have so much to offer.
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The Sandy Beaches Of Bournemouth
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Upcoming Local Events

1 Stunning Views Across The Purbeck Coast From Our Grass Pitches At Swanage

Purbeck Wellfest - Wellbeing Fair

Purbeck's wellbeing fair in an idyllic location with local practitioners, stalls, workshops, treatments and refreshments, come along and see what it's all about.
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Comic Con Bournemouth

Bournemouth Comic Con

Join in the fun of Comic Con at Bournemouth International Centre for an epic day filled with sci-fi displays, collectibles, and celebrity meet-and-greets. Don’t miss the chance to dress up as your favourite character!
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Monkey World Dorset

Mother's Day at Monkey World

Mum’s get 50% off entry at Monkey World on Mother’s day!
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ParkLife Blog

The New Forest Tour Returns

Go car-free and care-free! The ever-popular New Forest Tour bus is calling at Shorefield Country Park throughout summer to take passengers on a magical journey through New Forest landscapes.
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