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We stayed at Freshwater for nine nights in July/August 2026 with our two grandchildren, and we were very lucky to have sunny and exceptionally hot weather throughout our stay.
The site and facilities
The toilet and shower blocks were all kept clean and well maintained. The outdoor swimming pool is lovely, and there is also an indoor pool, although this has to be booked in advance.
The evening entertainment was excellent, and there was plenty to keep the children occupied.
One of the biggest attractions for us was the location. The campsite is right on a pebble beach, with a small river where children can enjoy themselves with inflatable boats and similar activities.
There is also a Spar supermarket on site. We found it to be very well stocked and, surprisingly, reasonably priced.
The atmosphere
I would describe Freshwater as a bit of a "party site". In some ways, it reminded me of camping in the 1970s, when families would spend their main holiday camping and sit around together eating, drinking and socialising.
It can get rather noisy, particularly with music being played around the site. There is a curfew at around 11pm, although one or two groups didn't seem to observe it. If noise bothers you, you can contact security, although we simply used earplugs when necessary.
We did have some concerns about the amount of drinking during our stay. On occasions, some parents or guardians appeared to have had too much to drink to keep a proper eye on their children. We had one boy riding around continually on an electric motocross-style bike, which we found particularly annoying and concerning from a safety point of view.
There were also two incidents during our stay involving children—one boy who cut his arm and another who was involved in an accident involving a moving camper. I was also hit by a van during our stay, although I didn't report the incident.
Entertainment area
I do think the main entertainment hall could be larger. On several occasions, we couldn't get a table for the on-stage entertainment.
Earlier in the evening, bingo and similar games take place in the main seating area. If you don't want to take part, many of the tables are still occupied, so if you arrive later for the evening entertainment, you may find that all the tables have already been taken.
Would we return?
Yes, definitely.
Despite the issues mentioned above, our grandchildren absolutely loved Freshwater, and that is the most important thing for us. We had a very enjoyable holiday overall.
I would hope that, following some of the problems the site has experienced recently, these issues will be addressed and safety will continue to be improved.
Finally, I must say that the staff were very friendly, helpful and welcoming throughout our stay, which made a real difference.
Overall, we would return to Freshwater and would recommend it, particularly for families with children.
We stayed at Freshwater for nine nights in July/August 2026 with our two grandchildren, and we were very lucky to have sunny and exceptionally hot weather throughout our stay.
The site and facilities
The toilet and shower blocks were all kept clean and well maintained. The outdoor swimming pool is lovely, and there is also an indoor pool, although this has to be booked in advance.
The evening entertainment was excellent, and there was plenty to keep the children occupied.
One of the biggest attractions for us was the location. The campsite is right on a pebble beach, with a small river where children can enjoy themselves with inflatable boats and similar activities.
There is also a Spar supermarket on site. We found it to be very well stocked and, surprisingly, reasonably priced.
The atmosphere
I would describe Freshwater as a bit of a "party site". In some ways, it reminded me of camping in the 1970s, when families would spend their main holiday camping and sit around together eating, drinking and socialising.
It can get rather noisy, particularly with music being played around the site. There is a curfew at around 11pm, although one or two groups didn't seem to observe it. If noise bothers you, you can contact security, although we simply used earplugs when necessary.
We did have some concerns about the amount of drinking during our stay. On occasions, some parents or guardians appeared to have had too much to drink to keep a proper eye on their children. We had one boy riding around continually on an electric motocross-style bike, which we found particularly annoying and concerning from a safety point of view.
There were also two incidents during our stay involving children—one boy who cut his arm and another who was involved in an accident involving a drink driving guest camper. I was also hit by a van during our stay, although I didn't report the incident.
Entertainment area
I do think the main entertainment hall could be larger. On several occasions, we couldn't get a table for the on-stage entertainment.
Earlier in the evening, bingo and similar games take place in the main seating area. If you don't want to take part, many of the tables are still occupied, so if you arrive later for the evening entertainment, you may find that all the tables have already been taken.
Would we return?
Yes, definitely.
Despite the issues mentioned above, our grandchildren absolutely loved Freshwater, and that is the most important thing for us. We had a very enjoyable holiday overall.
I would hope that, following some of the problems the site has experienced recently, these issues will be addressed and safety will continue to be improved.
Finally, I must say that the staff were very friendly, helpful and welcoming throughout our stay, which made a real difference.
Overall, we would return to Freshwater and would recommend it, particularly for families with children.
Pitches are plenty big enough we stayed in the top field, and it seemed more quieter than the main filed. The only draw back with the top field is you have to walk up a steep hill to the top field.
This was our 3rd stay here, the weather was amazing and we made use of both indoor and outdoor swimming pools every day we were there.
The toilets was always kept clean, but in my opinion they could do with up dating and making a little bit more modern.
The shop is well stocked and staff very friendly and helpful.
The bars and restaurants both priced as expected but not otherly expensive.
The pop up food vans that come on to site in the evenings was good quality food, but expensive.
All around a lovely site in a great location to explore Dorset. via mobile
The site has great facilities with heated outdoor pools and indoor pools including sauna and steam room. The restaurant and entertainment bar are both good with plenty of space and choice for food and drinks.
Well stocked shop on site, selling pretty much everything you need including camping essentials and a decent range of fresh meats for the BBQ.
The pitches are spacious and level and the facilities large enough and constantly kept clean by the site staff.
On site security regularly patrols the campsite, although we never saw any reason for them, they provided a level of comfort in the knowledge that they are there.
The site is in a great location, right on the beach and a short walk to the towns of West Bay and Burton Bradstock either side of the site. A bit further gets you to the larger town of Bridport which has pretty much everything you will need.
Very scenic Jurassic Coast with breathtaking cliffs and the possibility to stumble upon a fossil or two on the way.
The Staff were very friendly and mostly very helpful.
The food in the restaurant was good value and the entertainment was what you would expect at the end of the season.
The facilities were also exceptionally clean and well situated around the site.
Our only comment would be the size of the pitches, it felt very cramped, we only have a 2 berth caravan but without the help of 2 fellow campers there was very little room to manoeuvre it onto the pitch. Such a shame as everything else on the site was very good.
Very clean and well kept site, toilets were really clean and lots of shower cubicles. We had a lovely view from our fully serviced pitch and their is a large dog walking field behind us on the site perfect for out 2 dogs.
Our daughter stayed as well in a lodge with her family, there was lots for her young children to do, we went swimming in the indoor and out door pools which was at 28 degrees.
I would highly recommend this site and I don’t do that very often, it is in a beautiful location with the beach on your door step and a spa shop that sells most things.
There is a lovely cafe bar that sells food and drink with a lovely views from the outside terrace
Site was clean, pools were clean however indoor pool was disappointing, staff were polite and helpful. Showers in the indoor pool are rubbish just put out cold water !
Outdoor pool was ok, ground tired in places, poor lay out though when came to needing toilet, had to walk back up through reception through the arcades which was not pleasant a very poor layout and not thought through, arcade area was a tad disappointing with not much to do.
The Jurassic fun center…. Main restaurant… very poor, lack of staff total chaos, waited hours for food, children where hungry and upset eventually received refund for our meal, meal eventually turned up food was very poor, staff where kind and polite and blamed the poor service on covid restrictions, supervisor Dan who dealt with many complaints on the night was professional and helpful all credit to him.
On-site bowling lanes expensive additional payment and lanes not the best but work ok.
Layout of main campsite poor with shower block and shop and restaurants and pools all on main entrance road which was busy and worrying for younger children.
Pebble/shingle beach good if your thing but not mine.
Well stocked spar shop on site
Overall a good site just had details that I didn’t like and an experience which dampened the week.
Very noisy camp too close to a B road also farmer clipping hedges at 6am in the morning. Had a fab pitch but not enough washing facilities.
Very noisy campers security didn’t seem to police enough - cars being left in unused pitches. Far too many ride on with kids I didn’t let my Son bring his as it was said it wasn’t allowed I saw kids with electric scooters too.
Youngest daughter and partner had a static which was well equipped and clean.
We had a pitch with eldest daughters next to us. Perfect for the immaculate shower toilet blocks. I don't usually use site shower but hubby was off golfing and I don't do outside van jobs and water was low lol.
We had very spacious pitches no etc issues staff happy and relaxed.
Took a few days to be able to get booked for indoor pool and bit disappointed showers were closed.
No midweek entertainment so booked ten pun bowling guy who works there real fun guy.
Drinks on terrace in sun. Looking out over outdoor pool was nice.
Took a walk to beach then up and down the hills till we came out at West Bay Harbour (tip. Wear sensible shoes clothes and take water). Lovely village when we eventually there.
Spar shop well stocked and decent prices.
On site laundrette so daughter did all her washing day before came home (19 twin boys)
Everything felt safe and campers were understanding of youngest who has brain injury from being hit by a speeding car several yr ago (she can be highly strung)
We had trip to monkey world which we loved. Durdle Door stunning but again some walking challenge back from beach. Also went Bridport Town Market Wednesday plenty of lovely shops bars cafes.
Cant think of any negative other than no pool showers and not being able to book outdoor pool as full.
One of our fave sites to date although I did think omg what we booked when we arrived Saturday and I saw the crammed field with mix of tents vans tourers etc. How wrong I was pitches were spaces and campers respectful
P. S hubby said golf course next door was a great course via mobile
Immaculate toilets and facilities on site. We had a serviced pitch which came with water supply and drainage. Hardstanding Ground is fairly hard (as expected) so you do require decent pegs.
Booking system (due to covid) for the bars, restaurant, swimming pools etc does not work, very difficult to get a booking slot. Constantly booked in full. All groups should get a chance at some point of visiting but was very difficult. No advance warning of the system being in place either.
Shop fairly well stocked. Easy access to the beach.
Overall a nice site. via mobile
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Tent Pitches 
Caravan Pitches 
Motorhome Pitches 
Small Campervans 
No Glamping Units 
Holiday Homes for Hire 
Holiday Homes for Sale 
Seasonal Pitches 
Electric Hookups 
Hardstanding Pitches 
Fully Serviced Pitches 
Families Welcome 
Not Members Only 
Rallies Welcome 
Not Naturist Site 
Dogs Welcome 
No Dogs Allowed 
Groups Welcome 
Motorbikers Welcome 
Toilet Facilities 
Hot Showers 
Washing Up 
No Bathroom 
Baby Changing Facilities 
Laundry On Site 
Drinking Water 
Disabled Friendly 
Chemical Disposal 
No Battery Charging 
Gas Exchange 
Recycling Facilities 
No Kitchen Facilities 
No Freezer / Fridge 
Motorhome Point 
Wifi Access 
Shop On Site 
Bar On Site 
Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site 
Kids Playground 
No TV Room 
No Games Room 
Evening Entertainment 
Fishing On Site 
Wild Swimming On Site 
Indoor Pool On Site 
Outdoor Pool On Site 
No Horse Riding 
No Cycle Hire 
Golf <1 mile 
No Tennis 
Beach <1 mile 
Watersports <1 mile 
Boat Launch / Mooring <5 miles 
Sea Views 
Not Working Farm 
No Campfires Allowed 
Coastside Pitches 
Public Transport <1 mile
Offroad Dog Walk On Site or Direct Access 
Electric Car Charging Point
We stayed at Freshwater for nine nights in July/August 2026 with our two grandchildren, and we were very lucky to have sunny and exceptionally hot weather throughout our stay. 
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