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Boulders at the Base of Golden Cap📷 Partonez, CC BY-SA 4.0

Golden Cap

Chideock, United Kingdom

Views

The highest cliff on England’s south coast, topped with golden sandstone. The steep climb from the car park at Seatown takes about an hour.

Nearest town
Chideock, United Kingdom
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
50.7234, -2.8410

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.

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Campsites nearby

  • Highlands EndCampsite
    5 km from Golden Cap
    TentsCaravansMotorhomes
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • West Bay Holiday ParkMotorhome stopover
    5 km from Golden Cap
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Washingpool Caravan SiteMotorhome stopover
    6 km from Golden Cap
    MotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Timber Vale Caravan ParkMotorhome stopover
    7 km from Golden Cap · 153 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
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  • Monkton Wyld Holiday Farm ParkCampsite
    9 km from Golden Cap
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Andrewshayes Holiday ParkCampsite
    17 km from Golden Cap
    TentsCaravansDogs allowedWi-Fi
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All campsites in United Kingdom · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Golden Cap?

Golden Cap is in Chideock, United Kingdom, at GPS 50.7234, -2.8410. It is about 7 km from Lyme Regis.

Can you camp near Golden Cap?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Golden Cap Holiday Park, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 67 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Golden Cap?

Golden Cap is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Jurassic Coast: Lyme Regis to Old Harry.

What is there to see near Golden Cap?

Places worth a stop nearby: Chesil Beach (19 km), Cerne Abbas Giant (28 km), Durdle Door (41 km) and Lulworth Cove (43 km).

When is the best time to visit Golden Cap?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)