New Forest Woodland Breaks at Oakdene Forest Park
Your family escape to Oakdene Forest Park
Oakdene Forest Park is a Shorefield Holidays park set in Dorset woodland on the edge of the New Forest, with an indoor pool, spa and hot tubs, and easy access to the Castleman Trailway — and it’s the hub park for Forest Edge and Merley Court, whose guests get free entry to its pool and entertainment.
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What’s On Site at Oakdene Forest Park
Woodland setting on the edge of the New Forest
Around 20 minutes from Bournemouth and Poole beaches
Indoor swimming pool, spa and hot tub lodges
Within 20 miles of Paultons Park, Peppa Pig World and Go Ape
On-site restaurant, shop and free WiFi
Pet-friendly park with riverside meadow walks
On-Park Entertainment & Activities
Evening family entertainment — live shows and activities most nights
Amusement arcade on site
Indoor pool with dedicated kids’ sessions
Spa treatments and hot tub lodges for a relaxing break
On-site restaurant and bar, reasonably priced
Forest and riverside walks straight from the park — dog-friendly
Facilities and entertainment schedules can change seasonally — always confirm what’s running during your dates directly with Shorefield Holidays.
“We have just returned from a wonderful week at Oakdene… The park is extremely dog friendly… beautiful forest walks right on the doorstep, perfect for exercising dogs.”
“We loved our time at this park… The swimming pool was well managed so never too busy. The evening entertainment was good fun. The kids enjoyed the arcade.”
“Highly recommend as a nice family getaway! Spacious clean caravans with all facilities needed… great pool on site and the evening entertainment was great fun.”

Where Is Oakdene Forest Park?
Oakdene Forest Park, St Leonards, Ringwood, Dorset BH24 2RZ — on the edge of the New Forest, close to the Castleman Trailway.
- ~20 minutes to Bournemouth & Poole beaches
- ~20 miles to Paultons Park & Peppa Pig World
- Direct forest & riverside walks from the park
- Hub park for Forest Edge & Merley Court guests
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Oakdene Forest Park located?
Oakdene Forest Park is near St Leonards in Dorset, on the edge of the New Forest and close to the Castleman Trailway, around 20 minutes’ drive from Bournemouth and Poole beaches.
What on-site facilities are available at Oakdene Forest Park?
Oakdene Forest Park has an indoor swimming pool, spa and hot tub lodges, an on-site restaurant, shop and free WiFi, evening entertainment and an amusement arcade, and is pet-friendly, with riverside walks along the meadows nearby.
What do Google reviewers say about Oakdene Forest Park?
Oakdene Forest Park holds a 4.4 out of 5 rating from over 1,500 Google reviews, with guests regularly praising the forest walks, dog-friendly welcome, pool and evening entertainment.
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