Poole
Rockley Park, Poole
Rockley Park sits at the mouth of the Rock Lea River, a picturesque area. This is a hilly site, though enjoyed by many of our guests with mobility issues. It has direct access to a sand and shingle beach, and is next to a heathland nature reserve. It's a stone's throw from Poole with it's natural harbour and nearby beaches, a perfect location for anyone interested in sailing or watersports. Rockley Water sports (next to the Park) offers sailing, windsurfing, power-boating and sub-aqua tuition. You can pre-book these at extra charges.
The park facilities and entertainment programme are extensive. The heated outdoor pool (May to end of August) has sun terraces, and the indoor heated swimming pool has water chute and mini splash-zone. There are children’s clubs, indoor toddler play, multi sports court, crazy golf, climbing wall and even Segways. Some activities incur an additional charge. The onsite restaurant, Mash & Barrel serves up family favourites and there are takeaway options including Papa John’s Pizza and Cooks Fish & Chips as well as an onsite mini mart.
Our accessible caravan on Pine Ridge overlooks the hillside and has it's own parking space next to the ramp. It sleeps six, has two twin bedrooms, one with ceiling handle pulleys and a double pull-out-bed in the lounge area. With wider sliding internal doors and wet room with grab rails and pull down shower seat, this caravan is wheelchair accessible and suited to anyone with mobility issues. The caravan is double glazed and has central heating throughout as well as a gas fire in the lounge.
Explore the Jurassic Coastline, visit the famous Durdle Door and take a walk over to Lulworth Cove.
The park provides the perfect spot for beautiful harbour walks. Sandbanks beach, considered one of the best beaches in Britain with soft, golden sands and breath-taking views is only 20 minutes drive away. Catch the ferry to Brownsea Island, where the first ever Scout Camp took place in 1907. It is easily accessible.
Explore Poole where it's café, bars, water sports and quayside shops line the harbour. Make sure to visit Poole Pottery. Children will love Adventure Wonderland for the rides. Monkey World, Abbotsbury Swanary, Corfe Castle's ruins and the picturesque station will appeal to all the family. Step back in time in the station master's office and book an extra special ride on Swanage Railway steam train.
Although most areas on the park are flat, there are some hilly areas.
Is the park wheelchair friendly? Yes, some areas of the park are wheelchair friendly. Wheelchairs can be hired from the Red Cross at redcross.org.uk or on 01202 699453.
Access There's disabled access to the reception and main complex.
How long would it take you to walk from the furthest point in the park to facilities? 8-12 minutes.
Parking There are Blue Badge spaces in the main complex and the beach There is a car park space next to the caravan.
Swimming pools A portable pool hoist is available for both indoor and outdoor pool. There are gradual sloping steps with very shallow entrance to the indoor pool. There are ladder-style steps to the outdoor pool.
Changing area There are disabled changing rooms and toilets available.
Access to sea/beach There's a small beach on park, but is downhill, which may affect guests who struggle with access. It is advisable to drive down to the beach. The main beach at Sandbanks is accessible and has wheelchair hire.
The caravan is excellent, spacious and has a fantastic wet room for ease of use for my daughter who is in a wheelchair. We had fun and happiness away from stressful home routine of appointments and anxiety. The best moment was seeing my daughter smile and feel free. It was better than expected.
