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.
During the school holidays and the peak season, our lifeguards will admit entry via a band system for each hour swimming slot.
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 & TNT Sports 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 Pirates Paradise and Panna Soccer to Sea Scooters, plus loads more to keep the whole family busy!
One FREE Go Active+ session now included with every short break or holiday at Oakdene, booked with us directly. Each session can include a maximum of 4 people and can be selected (exclusions apply) from our 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 and start from just £5.
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. 1 FREE session included with every break booked with us. Each session can be for up to 4 people for you to enjoy during your stay. Exclusions apply.Discover Go Active
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
2025 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
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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.
The activity centre will be open with fun crafts, competitions and trails for children to get involved in! FREE Easter Egg trail for kids around the park- find all the clues to lead you to a chocolate treat!
Easter at Paultons Park is filled with fun activities and attractions with the park entrance festooned for the Easter celebration with colourful giant Easter eggs and bunnies at every turn!
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.
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 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 open from Saturday 25th May 2024 and their opening is subject to park specific opening times and is weather dependent.
We have outdoor swimming pools at Shorefield Country Park, Oakdene Forest Park and Wilksworth Caravan Park. To check specific opening times for a particular park, please give the park's reception a call.
At Shorefield Country Park, we allow entry to 15 people every 15 minutes for a 1 hour swim session. The last hour swim session is 4:45 – 5:45, with last entry at 5:00pm for a 45 minute session.
Please make sure that you have park passes or individual QR codes ready to be shown on entry.
Is any of the accommodation adapted for disabled guests?
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.
Holiday cost refundable to a maximum value of £3000. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other Shorefield Holidays Limited offer. *Our holiday homes come with a holiday park licence, therefore cannot be used or treated as a main residence.
Grab yourself an 'Egg-cellent' Easter half term getaway or short break with us from as little as...
£271
PLUS... Pets go FREE! Discover Easter themed activities and action packed evening entertainment, live shows and incredible acts, so sit back and let us provide the fun this Easter.
Prices and availability vary dependent on park, accommodation and number of nights. *£270.73 based on a 3 night short break staying in a Statement 2 bedroom caravan at Forest Edge Holiday Park arriving 04 April 2025. Subject to availability.
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.
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.
Holiday cost refundable to a maximum value of £3000. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other Shorefield Holidays Limited offer. *Our holiday homes come with a holiday park licence, therefore cannot be used or treated as a main residence.
Grab yourself an 'Egg-cellent' Easter half term getaway or short break with us from as little as...
£271
PLUS... Pets go FREE! Discover Easter themed activities and action packed evening entertainment, live shows and incredible acts, so sit back and let us provide the fun this Easter.
Prices and availability vary dependent on park, accommodation and number of nights. *£270.73 based on a 3 night short break staying in a Statement 2 bedroom caravan at Forest Edge Holiday Park arriving 04 April 2025. Subject to availability.
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.
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that, thanks to the incredible generosity and dedication of our guests, our team and their families and friends, we have raised an astonishing £60,170 for Oakhaven Hospice!
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What our guests have to say
Polite and welcoming
Our first visit to Oakdene and we weren't disappointed. The caravan was clean, spacious and well equipped. We ate once in the restaurant and the meal was very nice.
All the staff were very polite and welcoming. The entertainment team worked hard and we thought the singing was excellent!
GSL – May 2024
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
The entertainment team were very good
Another great visit to this site for our family. It's in a great location as a base to explore the area and the entertainment team were very good with the kids and getting the grown-ups involved. What started out as a one-time thing, post-Covid, has now turned into an annual trip!
Chris B – Jul 2024
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
Had lots of fun in the pools
Had an amazing mid-week break here with my daughter. Accommodation spotless and comfortable. Had lots of fun indoor and outdoor pool. The entertainment was great and the staff brilliant. Will miss seeing you guys every night but we will hopefully see you again soon.
Allan G – Jul 2024
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
Very dog-friendly
Wonderful peaceful place in middle of New Forest. Everywhere is so clean and tidy . The staff are all friendly and welcoming. There are some lovely walks in the forest. The whole place is very dog-friendly.
Barry Searle – Jul 2024
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
Spectacular accommodation
This place is just amazing. I've been here multiple times, in the lodges and caravans, and they are just spectacular. It's extremely scenic and they have good services and staff here. From its amazing accommodation to the friendly and helpful staff, I would rate this place higher if I could.
Elijah Dixon – Mar 2024
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
Polite and welcoming
Our first visit to Oakdene and we weren't disappointed. The caravan was clean, spacious and well equipped. We ate once in the restaurant and the meal was very nice.
All the staff were very polite and welcoming. The entertainment team worked hard and we thought the singing was excellent!
GSL – May 2024
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
The entertainment team were very good
Another great visit to this site for our family. It's in a great location as a base to explore the area and the entertainment team were very good with the kids and getting the grown-ups involved. What started out as a one-time thing, post-Covid, has now turned into an annual trip!
Chris B – Jul 2024
Oakdene Forest Park
St. Leonards, Dorset
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