Places to stay in Norden, Dorset

Norden is a small community in Dorset known for its railway station located half a mile to the north of the village of Corfe Castle. It is the northern-most station on Swanage Railway, a heritage railway that currently operates from Norden to Swanage. The pioneering Norden Park and Ride, run by Purbeck District Council, is found just outside Corfe Castle village. Park here and travel to Corfe Castle and Swanage by train or bus. Local restaurants include The New Inn, Dragons Village Bakery, Greyhound Inn, and Corfe Castle Tea Rooms.

The center of Norden ( which is at is longitude -2°4'56.089 and latitude 50°39'10.317 ) is located 2 miles away from Church Knowle, 2 miles away from Corfe Castle, 2 miles away from Creech and 3 miles away from Wareham.

Available Norden lodging

We currently have 7 accommodations in and around Norden.

Norden Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Guest Houses

Alford House

Approx 2 miles away in Corfe Castle:

Alford House dates back to the 17th Century. Until the mid 1980s, the property was a local grocery store, known as Driscoll’s and two houses. The house was refurbished in 2005/2006 by ourselves and we now live in one part of the house with a separate area for B&B.
120 East Street
Corfe Castle, Dorset
Hotels

Bradle Farmhouse

Approx 3 miles away in Church Knowle:

The farm lies in a beautiful valley four miles west of the historic village of Corfe Castle, and 5 miles south of Wareham surrounded by the Purbeck hills in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The Purbeck Coastline is now officially recognised .....
Church Knowle, Dorset
Bed & Breakfasts

Ammonite B&B

Approx 2 miles away in Corfe Castle:

88 West Street
Corfe Castle, Dorset

Norden Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Photograph of Acton Fields Camping Site, Langton Matravers
Listing updated 2026
Campsites

Acton Fields Camping Site

Approx 5 miles away in Langton Matravers:

Acton Field Campsite is set on the Purbeck hill with breath taking views over Swanage Bay. We believe in the more simple style of family camping where you can choose your own pitch anywhere on our open plan grass areas. Facilities include a simple toilet block with hot showers.
Photograph of Ridge Farm Camping & Caravan Park, Wareham
Listing updated 2026
Cottage / Caravan Parks

Ridge Farm Camping & Caravan Park

Approx 2 miles away in Wareham:

Ridge Farm is a friendly, family-run site on a small farm, with level grassy pitches and good clean facilities. We strive to maintain the quiet and tranquil atmosphere of the site so that our visitors can relax and enjoy their stay in this .....
Ridge Farm, Barnhill Road
Wareham, Dorset
Campsites

East Creech Farm Campsite

Approx 2 miles away in Creech:

The Cottages and Campsite are located in the Purbeck Hills. East Creech Farm is a working family farm. The ducks are always in residence on the pond or in the paddock and there are usually cows with their calves in fields nearby.
East Creech Farm
Creech, Dorset

M S Ramm & Son

Campsite
Norden Farm
Norden, Dorset
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Norden

Photograph of Restaurant At Mortons House Hotel, Corfe Castle
Restaurant At Mortons House Hotel

The Quay Inn ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). A tranquil pub and BB set in the beautiful surroundings of Dorset. Enjoy the views of Frome river set in Wareham whilst enjoying a quiet drink with your friends or family. www.thequayinn.com Link

Greyhound Inn ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Whether you’re looking for a relaxed catch up with friends over brunch or lunch with a sharing platter, or a delicious classic pub lunch after a family walk around Corfe Castle, to a romantic meal with a loved one. Whatever the occasion, we are the perfect stop off point and you can be sure that we’ve got the freshest ingredients for you to enjoy in our unique setting under the shadow of the historic Corfe Castle ruins. www.greyhoundcorfe.co.uk Link

Mortons House ( Dining / Other ). Located at 45 East Street, Corfe Castle, 2 miles from the center of Norden. Their enchanting 16th Century manor house, now converted into an award-winning 21 bedroom luxury hotel and restaurant, is located in the picturesque village of Corfe Castle, which lies in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck. www.mortonshouse.co.uk Link

Restaurant At The Priory Hotel ( Dining / Other ). This stunning 16th Century luxury hotel is situated on the river Frome at Wareham, overlooking the world heritage Purbeck Hills in the south of Dorset. High quality service coupled with delicious food from its award winning restaurant means you will be assured of a first class experience, whether you are planning on staying in one of our beautifully decorated rooms or just visiting for afternoon tea or a meal to celebrate that special occasion. www.theprioryhotel.co.uk Link

Restaurant At Mortons House Hotel ( Dining / Other ). Mortons House is one of the earliest in Corfe and perhaps the finest. Dating back to circa 1590, the house was originally known as 'Dacombs', after William Dacomb. William was a wealthy gentleman owning many plots of land and the Dacomb family themselves were prominent citizens of the village of Corfe. www.mortonshouse.co.uk Link