A tranquil Dorset holiday park, perfect for a relaxing getaway
Our family-friendly woodland holiday park is set on the edge of the Hurn & Avon Forest, with plenty of open spaces.
The park is ideally located on the eastern edge of Dorset and set in 55 landscaped acres bordering unspoilt river meadows and woodlands.
The Hurn Forest provides a stunning woodland backdrop with access to scenic pet-friendly walks just waiting to be explored. Plus, the golden sandy beaches of beautiful Bournemouth and Poole or the rolling landscapes of the Dorset countryside are right on your doorstep.
With miles of woodland walks directly accessible from the park, loose yourself in a leafy landscape and feel a million miles away. If you’re looking to venture further, Dorset’s sandy beaches are close by.
Forest walks on your doorstep
First-class entertainment
Great range of activities for all the family
Close to Bournemouth and Poole
Pet-friendly accommodation
Free Wi-Fi in our self-catering accommodation (suitable for light browsing. Streaming not guaranteed)
From modern caravans to luxury hot tub lodge lodges, it's no wonder our guests come back time and time again.
We understand that not everyone wants the same thing from their holiday, which is why our range of accommodation is designed to suit a variety of tastes. We regularly invest in new accommodation, meaning our caravans are fully equipped with a range of mod-cons and stunning cosy interiors.
Looking for something a little more luxurious? Why not treat yourself to relaxing hot tub retreat...
Your holiday accommodation is fully self-contained, so you can relax with those you love whilst in your own little world.
Packed with everything you could need to make your holiday memorable and enjoyable, Oakdene Forest Park has a range of on-site facilities so you don't have to venture far.
The indoor pool, complete with flume, features a sauna & steam room for you to truly unwind whilst on holiday. There is also a fully-equipped gym with a wide variety of equipment available (please note, induction fees apply), including free weights, resistance machines, running and cycling machines.
The heated outdoor pool is open everyday from the 25th May until 1st September, 10:00am - 6pm (weather dependent) and has plenty of poolside sun loungers to help you relax under the South Coast sun. It is typically open from the end of May until the beginning of September each year.
After a day out making the most of the gorgeous local scenery and open spaces, put your feet up with our food delivery service from our restaurant or enjoy a refreshing drink with our outdoor dining.
The Acorn Bar has an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner menu, featuring delicious locally sourced products whenever possible. There is also our fabulous Sunday Lunch Menu and dedicated 'Pooch Menu' for all our four legged guests. When the sun is shining enjoy a refreshing beverage or bite to eat in on our Terrace.
The Acorn Bar also features Sky Sports & BT Sport to keep you updated on all the games that matter. There is also a pet-friendly indoor seating area* as well as a stylish decked outdoor seating area, both of which are perfect for enjoying a meal with your canine companion.
There's something for everyone so sit back and enjoy the fun!
Throughout the year, we have a range of incredible cabaret acts such as Nathan Moore, singer from band Brother Beyond, Basil Brush (BOOM BOOM) and Matt Edwards, magician as seen on Britain's Got Talent. Take a look at our entertainment calendar to see what's on during your stay at Oakdene Forest Park.
Woof's Workshop features our Slime School, Sand Art and Pottery Painting. Activities can even be booked in advance, ready for your stay! Themed activities are always created for the key holidays including Easter, Summer, Halloween and of course at Christmas season, meaning no two weeks are ever the same!
For inspiration on some of the types of activities, entertainment and live acts you can enjoy during your stay just view our entertainment and activities page.
Oakdene Forest Park gives you the chance to try your hand at everything, from archery and Panna Soccer to Sea Scooters, plus loads more to keep the whole family busy!
2 FREE Go Active+ sessions now included with every short break or holiday at Oakdene, booked with us directly. Each session can include a maximum of 6 people and can be selected from our full range of fantastic activities using your exclusive code that will be sent shortly after you make your booking with us. Want to 'Go' for more? Additional activities are bookable, but are chargeable.
Make sure you reserve your space and pre-book your session to avoid missing out on your first choice of activity as spaces on each activity are limited.
Plus... There is our fully immersive Escape Room experience that is designed to test your skills and get you thinking outside the box, as well as woofs workshop our fantastic range of daytime activities perfect for all the family!
Go Active+ at Oakdene is the perfect addition to your family holiday. 2 FREE sessions are now included with every break booked with us directly. Each session can be for up to 6 people for you to enjoy during your stay.
What's On
From our daytime activities with Woof's Workshop to our fantastic live shows in the evening, there's plenty to keep you entertained on your stay at with us at Oakdene. Check out what's on during your stay here!See what's on at Oakdene
Relax you're on holiday
Even though your accommodation has everything you need, why not take a break from the cooking and dine with us, you’re on holiday after all! Discover all our fantastic food & drink offers and leave the washing up to us!Great Offers
2024 Weekenders & Headliners
Alongside our main entertainment, we also host a range of incredible music weekends & themed events at Oakdene. Featuring Country Music & 80's Weekenders and household favourites The Smurfs & The Sooty Show!Discover More
The Shorefield Edit
See the great local attractions and days out that are close to our park.
Peppa Pig World
20 mIles away
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.
Don't miss the only running Tiger I tank in action! Experience a stunning display from the Tiger 131, plus all the museum has to offer at this unmissable event.
The Cheese and Chilli Festival in Christchurch is a family show offering something for everyone. There will be many traders selling cheese and chilli products as well as craft and retail stands.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available around the parks and inside your accommodation at Swanage Coastal Park, Oakdene Forest Park*, Shorefield Country Park (including Downton Holiday Park), Merley Court Holiday Park and Forest Edge Holiday Park. Complimentary Wi-Fi is also available throughout the main facility buildings across these parks.
There is limited Wi-Fi at Lytton Lawn and Wilksworth.
Please be aware that the Wi-Fi service is suitable for light browsing and checking emails, but during peak times may be limited. Streaming/gaming/video conferencing is not guaranteed.
Unfortunately, mobile phone reception and network is dependent on your mobile phone provider and therefore is out of our control. Mobile phone reception in the New Forest area can sometimes be patchy on some networks but is generally improving over time. There is usually no problem at Swanage Coastal Park or Merley Court Holiday Park.
*Please note that there is no Wi-Fi access from the summer camping pitches at Oakdene Forest Park. Complimentary Wi-Fi can still be accessed from the park's main facility buildings.
What are your check-in and check-out times for self-catering accommodation?
Check-in will vary depending on the accommodation you have booked.
All our Signature lodges, Treehouses, Lavender House, Wisteria House and Honeysuckle Cottage have check-in from 2pm
All other lodges (Select, Select +, Superior and Superior +) plus The Burrow, Tudor Rose House and Sublime Hot Tub Caravanshave check-in from 3pm
All remaining accommodation (Forest, Supreme, Serene, Sensation, Seaside and Statement Caravans) have check-in from 4pm
Check-out is by 10am on the day of departure. Note: Sunday departures for two night breaks are by 7pm.
You are welcome to arrive earlier and make use of any of the parks facilities, but please do not head to your accommodation until you have received your text confirming that it is all ready for you.
When does the outdoor swimming pool open?
The outdoor pools across all our parks will be open from Saturday 27th May 2023.
The opening of all our outdoor pools is weather dependent.
We have outdoor swimming pools at Shorefield Country Park, Oakdene Forest Park, Wilksworth Caravan Park and Merley Court. To check specific opening times for a particular park, please give the park's reception a call.
Is any of the accommodation adapted for disabled guests?
Yes, have a specifically adapted three-bedroom Select Lodge at Shorefield Country Park, as well as wheelchair-accessible Serene Caravans at both Oakdene and Shorefield Country Park. To find out more please see our accessible accommodation page and access statement.
Some of our other units are suitable for those with limited mobility. Whilst not specifically adapted for wheelchair users, our treehouses are accessed via a sloping timber walkway and have one downstairs bedroom (the other two bedrooms in Silvertree and Coppertree are located upstairs), making them suitable for those with reduced mobility. As our treehouses have not been specifically designed to cater for wheelchair users, they may not be suitable for those looking for fully accessible accommodation.
If you require accommodation near to the facilities or with level access, please state this at the time of booking and we will do our best to help find you something to suit your requirements. If you have any questions regarding accessibility, feel free to give our Reservations Team a call on 01590 648333 who will be happy to assist.
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ALL off-peak (outside of school holidays) dates reduced by 40%. ALL peak School holiday dates reduced by 15%. Subject to availability. Applies to new bookings only. Cannot be used with any other offer. Privilege Club discount can be applied to peak dates only. Our normal booking T&C’s apply and balances must be paid 4 weeks prior to your holiday arrival date. Our 2024 Spring holiday sale ends midnight Monday 06 May 2024. Excludes Lytton Lawn Touring Park.
All short breaks or holidays booked directly with us staying at Oakdene now includes...
2 FREE
... Go Active sessions. Each session can be for up to 6 people for you to enjoy during your stay and can be selected from our full range of fantastic activities.
Every booking made directly, staying at Oakdene Forest Park will recieve a unique code post booking, that can be redeemed online against 2 Go Active sessions during their stay, subject to availability. Each session/activity is for up to 6 people.Want to 'Go' for more? Additional activites are bookable, but are chargeable.Excludes Escape Room and Woof's Workshop activities.
Holiday cost refundable to a maximum value of £3000. Cannot be used in conjuction with any other offer. *Our holiday homes come with a holiday park licence, therefore cannot be used or treated as a main residence.
Keep up to date with our latest news and stories below, a great read to help with some of the reasons why you should choose to enjoy the park life with us.
Easter is one of the best times to escape on a South Coast break; spring is in the air, the clocks go forward and there’s more time to enjoy the beautiful weather and admire the flora and fauna coming into full bloom.
Winter can feel like a complete standstill, with the chilly weather making us hibernate inside and choose comfort over exploration. That’s why as self-confessed New Forest experts we’ve put together our top activities!
In and amongst the festive fun, we thought it was a good time to look back on all the great things that have happened in 2023 at Shorefield and share them with you.
You snow the drill. It's time to kick back, take a break and reconnect with loved ones. With lots of Christmas events both on-park and throughout Dorset and Hampshire there's plenty to get you in the Christmas spirit.
Close to Bournemouth, it's the perfect base to explore
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What our guests have to say
Great Stay!
Just got back from the lodge we stayed in, lovely park, teenagers enjoyed the swimming pools would definitely return, very clean.”
Samantha Jane Beach – Aug 2022
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
Felt Very Safe
Sensation caravan was spotless upon arrival. Comfortable and modern. Felt new actually. We took our dog so was in pet friendly accommodation.
Lisa Walker – Aug 2022
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
Outstanding accommodation
We went for a much needed retreat and our stay at Oakdene far exceeded our expectations. From check in to departure we couldn’t have asked for more. Staff were lovely, facilities great and as for the accommodation, outstanding. We loved it, thank you very much and we will definitely be back
andrewhF4544OW – Dec 2023
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
Thanks to all the Oakdene staff
Just had a lovely family weekend at this park. We had three statement caravans, all clean, modern and very comfortable. Two for family members with dogs, so it was nice to be able to bring the dogs along. Dogs seemed welcome everywhere. We all loved The Acorn restaurant.
Straussbunny – Dec 2023
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
All the families had a blast
We went with six other families, and it catered brilliantly for our large group. The lodges were modern, spacious and having hot tubs was the cherry on top. The variety of children-centric activities kept all our little ones entertained, from the lively pool activities to the engaging events.
Ranjit K – Sep 2023
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
Towns & beaches just a short drive away
Good facilities such as hot tub, steam room and gym. Arcade and main area is good with entertainment regularly on. Caravans are spacious and well equipped. Have always found staff to be friendly and helpful and overall just a great place that I love going to.
Tom – Nov 2023
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
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