Camping in Dorset
24 campsites, glamping sites and caravan parks
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Dorset's mix of rolling farmland, chalk downs and Jurassic coastline makes it well suited to camping and glamping, and the choice runs from simple farm pitches to well-appointed shepherd's huts. Places such as Barkhill Shepherd's Huts and Tokenhill Dorset Shepherd's Huts suit those wanting comfort without giving up the outdoor feel, while sites like Fred's Field Campsite and Lower Bridge Farm Camping keep things closer to traditional tent camping.
Inland spots such as Hilltop Farm Camping, Frome View Camping and Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping tend towards quiet, working countryside settings, good for walkers and those happy with a low-key stay. Others, including The Daggles and Threshold Farm, offer a bit more space to spread out. With so many small, independent sites across the county, it's worth thinking about how close you want to be to the coast versus the inland hills before booking.
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Acton Field Camping Site
Small campsite near Swanage with showers and hot water for washing up, close to coastal paths and pubs.
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Askr Grange
A campsite near Bridport
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Back of Beyond Touring, Camping and Glamping Park
A campsite near St Leonards
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Bagwell Farm Touring Park
A campsite near Chickerell
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Barkhill Shepherd's Huts
A well-placed campsite near Blandford_Forum
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Bartletts Camping & Caravan Site
Small campsite on Portland with showers, 25 pitches for tents and caravans.
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Beaulieu Gardens Holiday Park
Holiday park in Christchurch, Dorset with shower facilities.
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Bingham Grange Touring and Camping Park
Campsite near Bridport in rural Dorset with shower facilities.
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Birchwood Tourist Park
A campsite near Coldharbour
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Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park
Holiday park in Weymouth with pools, spa and funfair on site, steps from Bowleaze Cove beach.
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Bredy Farm
A campsite near Bridport with its own bar/restaurant
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Brewery Farm
A campsite near Dorchester
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Bridgewood
A campsite near Sherborne
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Brig's Farm
A well-placed campsite near Bridport
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Britt Valley Campground
Traditional, spacious campground in the heart of West Bay, a five minute walk to the beach. Dog friendly.
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Buckland Campsite
A campsite near Buckland Ripers
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Buddens Camping and Activity Centre
A campsite near Wareham
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Bullshorn Camping
A campsite near Swanage
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Burnbake Campsite
A campsite near Corfe Castle
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Burnbake Campsite Corfe Castle
A campsite near Corfe Castle
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Bushes Farm Caravan Park
A campsite near Stourpaine
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Caalm Camp
Truly luxurious glamping in six cosy Mongolian yurts on this boutique site in the beautiful Dorset countryside.
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California Meadows
Small, family friendly tent and campervan site with shepherd's hut. Located minutes from South West Coast Path.
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Cat and Fiddle Campsite
A campsite near Christchurch
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