Autumn Breaks in Dorset
We think Autumn is one of the best times of year to enjoy a caravan holiday in Dorset. The mild weather is perfect for exploring beauty spots around the county and the scenery looks spectacular as it turns various shades of orange and brown. Even out of season, there are some fantastic things to see and do in the local area. What’s more you can make the most of our off peak tariff and enjoy fantastic savings across our range of self-catering accommodation.
Holidaying in Autumn has many advantages. Here we list just some of the reasons to enjoy an Autumn break on the Jurassic Coast.
Escape the crowds
Dorset often gets busy in the warmer months, so autumn provides the ideal opportunity to see popular attractions in a new light. Without the crowds of summer, you’ll have plenty of time to explore at your leisure and truly experience some of the areas best loved sights. Iconic natural landmarks such as Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Old Harry Rocks and Chesil Beach have a completely different feel at this time of year. Moody skies and crashing waves make for fantastic photographs.
West Dorset Leisure Holidays parks are ideally situated for guests wanting to explore the great outdoors. On a crisp and blustery day, a bracing walk on the world-renowned Jurassic Coast blows away the cobwebs and promises some unforgettable views. We highly recommend taking a stroll around West Bay Harbour, the Cobb at Lyme Regis or Weymouth beach during your stay. If you’d prefer to venture in land, there are some stunning forests nearby. Don your wellington boots and bobble hats to collect conkers, build dens and play among the trees! Check out the routes we’ve plotted on our WDLH App for some inspiration.
October half term
October half-term is a fantastic time to holiday at one our award-winning parks. Children will love spending time in nature and looking for wildlife as they explore our expansive family friendly grounds.
Of course, the weather is less predictable when holidaying in autumn, but there’s no need to worry – Dorset boasts an impressive selection of rainy day attractions.
You don’t even have to venture off-site to find something to keep younger members of the family entertained. If you’re staying at Highlands End you can make use of our indoor facilities, including a Martin’s Bar & Restaurant, Highlands End Leisure Club with swimming pool, sauna and steam room, and The Little Fire Station Soft Play. Martin’s Bar & Restaurant also hosts a number of Halloween events during Half Term.
Dog friendly holidays
Autumn is the ideal season for a dog friendly holiday. Not only is it cooler, so you won’t need to worry them getting too hot when out and about, but most of the beach restrictions will have been lifted for the year. This means you’ll have your pick of places to explore! For more information on which beaches are dog friendly and when, click here. It’s also easier to bring your four-legged friends to the many dog-friendly pubs in the area when it’s a bit quieter.
We have designated dog-friendly hire accommodation, allowing you to bring up to 2 dogs with you on holiday. All touring and camping bookings can bring dogs with them too!
Autumn holidays
West Dorset Leisure Holidays offer a range of accommodation all year so there’s plenty of options for you if you do wish to holiday outside of main season, though opening dates do vary by park.
Our hire caravans are open until the end of November, and the luxury lodges at Highlands End and Golden Cap are open all year round! We’ve also got Apartments and Bungalows at Highlands End which are also open all year if you really want a home away from home. Bookings in lodges and apartments come with complimentary use of Highlands End Leisure Club, so if it’s cold out, you can warm up in our heated swimming pool, or even enjoy the sauna or steam room. We also have a variety of glamping units, with certain types remaining open until November.
If you’re a touring caravan or motorhome owner, our gravel pitches at Highlands End are available all year round, with pitches at our other parks available into October. Grass pitches suitable for tents are also available into October. Check our opening dates to see when you can stay.
