WarehamDiscover the beautiful historic town of Wareham

Wareham

If you’re looking for a local town to visit whilst staying at Ulwell Holiday Park, we highly recommend a day out in Wareham! As one of the many historic towns in Dorset, Wareham offers a variety of activities and attractions to discover! Since Wareham is only a twenty minute drive away from Ulwell, this historic town is the perfect spot to visit whilst on holiday in Swanage! Discover our list of activities, attractions things to do in Wareham!

 

Wareham Town Centre

Wareham is one of the oldest towns in Dorset – with a fantastic history stretching back over 2000 years! This pretty riverside town is filled with historic information points, which allow for you to learn more about the rich tapestry that is Dorset history.

Wareham’s town centre features a variety of quaint and independent shops – many of which sell trinkets and gifts that are the perfect way to commemorate your time in Dorset. What’s more, there are plenty of charming restaurants and cafes to discover with picturesque views along the River Frome! We highly recommend that treat yourself to a delicious fish and chip meal and sit by the riverside, where you can watch boats and wildlife go by – or simply relax by the water!

Wareham Quay hosts an assortment of events throughout the year – including a weekly market! The Wareham weekly market commences every Saturday from around 8:00am. Here, you’ll be able to sample and purchase a range of local goods including plants, flowers, fresh vegetables and fruit, cheeses, hot food, collectables, antiques and more!

 

Wareham River Cruise

 

Outdoor Activities in Wareham

Wareham offers a wide variety of opportunity for outdoor activities!

 

Water Sports

Boating is one of the most popular outdoor activities in Wareham, especially during the summer months. Being on the water itself offers a great way to experience Wareham from a different perspective! From the bridge beside Wareham Quay, you can rent a kayak, canoe, or rowboat and explore the beautiful waters of the river. If you’d prefer to experience a leisurely boating trip whilst on holiday in Dorset, there is also a tour boat that departs from the quayside every few hours. Tour boats head out into Poole Harbour and offer a glimpse of the plentiful birdlife.

 

Cycling

Wareham is great day trip for those looking to enjoy a cycling holiday in Dorset! Wareham offers several cycling routes and trails in the area, all of which provide guests with scenic views and fresh air. One of the most popular cycling trails in Wareham is the Northport Greenway and Sika Trail. The Northport Greenway and Sika Trail is a circular 3km cycling route in Wareham and it usually takes two hours to complete (depending on cycling experience and ability). Visit the Dorset Council’s handy guide to cycling trails in Purbeck to find out more. 

 

child cycling wareham forest

 

Wareham Forest

Wareham Forest is a beautiful piece of the Dorset landscape – which offers scenic walking trails and opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife spotting.Filled with ever-green trees, heathland and hills, we highly recommend that guests staying at Ulwell Holiday Park dedicate some time to exploring Wareham Forest!

Wareham Forest is dog-friendly, however we kindly ask that all guests keep dogs on the leash as to not upset or disturb the cattle and wildlife that live in and around Wareham Forest.

 

ferns wareham forest

Family-Friendly Holiday Park in Swanage

Ulwell Holiday Park is ideally placed in the countryside of Swanage, which provides guests with convenient access to and from local towns, including Wareham! Our family-friendly and dog-friendly campsite has a wide selection of accommodation options to choose from, including luxury holiday homes, caravan and motorhome pitches, camping pitches and even a rustic glamping pod!

To secure your camping holiday in Swanage, you can book your accommodation at Ulwell Holiday Park online or by calling our friendly reception team at 01929 422823.

 

What our guests say

  • A lovely quiet site

    Andy Blackwell

    A lovely quiet site, nice warm amenities with good sized shower cubicles, shop not open yet as it’s too early but the local pub is ideal. Staff were very friendly and helpful. If you’re reasonably fit you can walk into Swanage but the bus service is great so why would you want to. Overall a very nice break, we will be back.

  • Super swimming pool

    Joseph Molford

    Fantastic site, we have had a brilliant holiday. Super swimming pool and changing facilities. Site really handy to get to Swanage and Studland. Will definitely return. Thanks to all the staff for a lovely holiday.

  • Excellent quality caravan site

    Peter Skrobacz

    Excellent quality caravan site, top quality, small and friendly, location fantastic. Been visiting Ulwell for over 25 years now and every year is special.

  • An amazing week at Ulwell

    Jenny H

    We have just returned back from our weeks stay at Ulwell Holiday Park with our 2 small children and dog. It was an absolute brilliant week! The site has everything you need, and more! A lovely comfy pub on site for drinks and a bowl of chips, a small shop, swimming pool, large play are with park, and the bus stops right outside.. what more could you want

  • Easter break

    Mit

    We have just returned after a brilliant Easter break. Couldn’t fault anything at all and we didn’t want to leave. We didn’t visit the pub but the shop is stocked with local produce and essentials. The facilities are great and the location convenient. Our van was spotless and had everything we needed. We will definitely be back

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4.5

We are currently at an amazing 4.5 score at TripAdvisor, based upon 200+ reviews from verified guests.

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Proudly associated

Over the years the family has developed the park to award-winning standards and in a style which compliments its surroundings.

  • Camping and caravanning
  • British Holiday & Home Parks assocation
  • Poole Tourism
  • Visit Britain
  • ulwell holiday park 5 star rating
  • premier parks 2025

Finding us

BY ROAD

From Bournemouth via the Sandbanks chain ferry and following the B3351 into Swanage.

From Wareham using the A351 into Swanage, turn left along the seafront towards Studland.

BY BUS

The park is situated on the main bus route from Bournemouth to Swanage.

GPS

1 ° 58’ 16” West, 50° 37’ 34” North

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