Welcome to Graston Copse Holiday Park
You will love our serene camping retreat nestled in Dorset’s picturesque countryside, just a short 1-mile stroll from the stunning Jurassic Coast.
Surrounded by lush fields, rolling hills, and the gentle River Bride, Graston Copse offers a haven for your Dorset holiday. Explore the park’s beautiful landscape with a riverside walk, vibrant wildflowers, buzzing bee hives, and a woodland trail adorned with bluebells in spring. Graston Copse proudly holds the David Bellamy Conservation Gold Award, making it a perfect destination for nature enthusiasts. On the park, you’ll find pitches for motorhomes, touring caravans, campervans, and tents, along with holiday homes available for sale.
A mere 15-minute riverside stroll takes you to the charming village of Burton Bradstock, where village pubs await. Extend your walk for another 15 minutes, and you’ll arrive at Hive Beach on the breathtaking Jurassic Coast. Graston Copse offers peace, tranquility, open spaces, and welcomes nature lovers and dog owners. It’s a special place where cherished memories are born.
Why Choose Graston Copse Holiday Park?
- A peaceful location in the Bride Valley
- Riverside and woodland walks to explore
- Only 1 mile from Hive Beach on the Jurassic Coast
- A short walk to the pretty village of Burton Bradstock
- Spectacular coastal road views to Abbotsbury
- Award-winning eateries in the vicinity
- Enclosed dog exercising area
- Holder of the David Bellamy Conservation Gold Award
- Pitches available for tents, touring caravans, and motorhomes
Graston Copse is the perfect destination for camping and touring holidays amidst peaceful countryside surroundings. You’ll also find caravan holiday homes for sale on the park, with new holiday homes starting from just £26,500, and pre-owned options available at even lower prices!
Discover more about the local area surrounding Graston Copse, as well as the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast. The region boasts stunning scenery and is a haven for walkers and nature lovers, providing a laid-back and relaxed holiday experience.
The nearby village of Burton Bradstock, just a 15-minute riverside walk from Graston Copse Holiday Park, features a spectacular beach and a variety of dog-friendly eateries. Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere at The Three Horseshoes, a welcoming village pub, or savor high-quality local dishes and seafood at The Anchor Inn.
A 20-25 minute walk from the park leads you to the National Trust Hive Beach, known for its golden cliffs and scenic walks. Here, you’ll discover the award-winning Hive Beach Cafe and the clifftop Seaside Boarding House with its terrace and cocktail bar. It’s the ideal spot for a refreshing dip in the sea, storm watching, leisurely walks, sea fishing opportunities, and miles of unspoiled beach. The area hosts various annual events, including the Spring Tide Food Festival, village fetes, a Folk Festival, Music and Arts Festival, and the Burton Bradstock Duck Race.
Guests staying at any of our parks are welcome to use the facilities at Highlands End Holiday Park, just a 5-mile drive away. Here, you’ll find Martin’s Bar & Restaurant, a leisure club with an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, and steam room, a 9-hole Pitch ‘n’ Putt course, and two outdoor play areas for children. Please note that charges may apply for some of these activities.
Within a short drive from the park, you can explore the charming fishing village of West Bay, famous as the setting for ITV’s drama “Broadchurch,” and the market town of Bridport, known for its vibrant arts and antiques scene. Heading east, you’ll discover Vurlands Animal Farm, the stunning Jurassic Coast Road to Weymouth (named one of the 50 best drives in the UK), and the village of Abbotsbury with its swannery, sub-tropical gardens, tearooms, and art galleries. Catch the Jurassic Coaster bus from the village to explore various locations along the Jurassic Coast.
The Jurassic Coast: 185 Million Years of History
The Jurassic Coast, the UK’s first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site, ranks among the world’s natural wonders alongside the Grand Canyon, Machu Picchu, and the Galapagos Islands. The rocks along this coastline reveal 185 million years of Earth’s history, spanning the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods. From the oldest red sandstone rocks at Orcombe Point in the west to the youngest white chalk rocks at Old Harry Rocks in the east, this UNESCO World Heritage Status site is considered “of outstanding international importance and deserving special protection.”
Fossils Galore
The Jurassic Coast is a captivating journey through time, with its beaches, cliffs, landslips, and features serving as a window into the natural processes that shaped the coastline and the history of the creatures that once inhabited this area. Numerous parts of the Jurassic Coast are rich in fossils, offering insights into dinosaurs, ancient forests, and prehistoric reptiles. It’s renowned worldwide as a top spot for fossil hunting, with hundreds of specimens discovered along the coast.
Jurassic Coast Trust
The Jurassic Coast Trust, an independent charity, manages the Jurassic Coast and strives to ensure that everyone can enjoy the best possible experience of this unique location. West Dorset Leisure Holidays, our business partner, has contributed over £73,000 to the charity since 2008 through guest donations. These funds help maintain and enhance the coastline for the enjoyment of all.
Plan Your Holiday
Your Jurassic Coast holiday promises an incredible array of places to visit, including bustling towns, renowned beaches, exciting events, award-winning dining establishments, exceptional attractions, unique rock formations, and more. Make the most of these opportunities while basking in the abundant sunshine—Dorset boasts 364 hours more sunshine than the UK average!
Exploring the Jurassic Coast is a breeze via the South West Coast Path, a favorite among walkers and dog owners, with over 4,700 footpaths and bridleways crisscrossing the county. You can also explore the coastline from the water, with boat trips, fishing excursions, kayaking, paddleboarding, and coasteering activities on offer.
Don’t forget the sailing opportunities at Weymouth & Portland, which played a role in hosting the 2012 Olympic Games. Dorset is renowned for its wide range of attractions, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Highlights include The Tank Museum, Monkey World, Swanage Railway, Farmer Palmer’s Farm Park, Lyme Bay RIB Charter for coastal exploration, Athelhampton House & Gardens, Abbotsbury Swannery, Corfe Castle, and much more!