# Hardyes Countryside Camping β€” Camping in Dorset > A campsite near Dorchester Source: https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping/hardyes-countryside-camping (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Campgroundβ›Ί Tent Camping🚐 Caravans🐾 Dogs Welcome # Hardyes Countryside Camping Higher Hogleaze Farm, Town Hill, Dorchester DT2 9ET, UK [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13728254601192190487&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** Hardyes Countryside Camping is a campsite in Dorset, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 30 Google reviews, with dogs welcome and pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes. Details checked 6 August 2026 Β· source: Google Places A campsite near Dorchester ## About Hardyes Countryside Camping Tucked into the Dorset countryside near Dorchester, Hardyes Countryside Camping keeps things refreshingly simple – well-maintained grass pitches, spotless shower blocks, and a genuinely peaceful setting away from main roads. Friendly, knowledgeable owners set the tone, and there's a nice touch in the morning: pre-order fresh sourdough bread and pastries for breakfast, delivered to your pitch. Dogs are welcome, and electric hook-up is available on seven of the 37 pitches. It's a straightforward, no-frills site – there's no Wi-Fi and no chemical waste disposal point – but if you're after a quiet base for exploring Hardy country and the Jurassic Coast, this ticks the boxes without fuss. ## Good to know ### Accessibility - βœ“Accessible parking - βœ“Accessible entrance ### Payment - βœ“Credit cards - βœ“Debit cards - βœ“Contactless Details via Google β€” worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google People say this campsite offers well-maintained pitches and clean, spotless toilet and shower facilities. They also highlight the option to pre-order fresh sourdough bread and pastries for breakfast. Visitors appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and the friendly, knowledgeable staff. Summary via Google ## Can I bring...? β›Ί Tent pitches βœ“ Yes ⚑ Electric 🚐 Caravans welcome βœ“ Yes 🚌 Motorhomes welcome βœ“ Yes ✨ Glamping available βœ• No πŸ›– Lodges & statics βœ• No ## Pitch types - β€’ 7 x Electric Grass Pitches - β€’ 30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches Pitch details as listed by the booking provider β€” availability and exact pricing shown at checkout. ## Hook-up ⚑ Electric hook-up βœ“ πŸ”Œ EV charging βœ• ## Facilities 🚿 Hot showers βœ“ πŸ“Ά Free WiFi βœ• 🏊 Swimming pool βœ• πŸ›’ Onsite shop βœ• 🎠 Children's play area βœ• πŸ– BBQs allowed βœ• πŸ”₯ Campfires allowed βœ• 🧺 Laundry βœ• 🎣 Fishing βœ• πŸ› Hot tub βœ• β™Ώ Accessible facilities βœ• πŸ…ΏοΈ Hardstanding pitches βœ• 🍽️ Bar/restaurant on site βœ• 🚻 Toilets on site βœ“ Allow pets on site Electric hookups Family friendly Showers Toilets Drinking water No W.C. disposal No WiFi ## Takeaway & food delivery Handy if you fancy a night off cooking β€” here's what delivers near this site. ### πŸ₯‘ Just Eat β€” 5 takeaways deliver to this postcode (DT2 9ET) Istanbul Pizza Kebab Burger Fish & Chips β˜… 5.0 Β· Pizza, Kebab The Balti Express β˜… 5.0 Β· Indian, Curry The Sundorbon Indian Takeaway β˜… 5.0 Β· Indian, Burgers Basilico β˜… 2.5 Β· Pizza, Italian Masala Indian, Asian Checked 26 Aug 2026 β€” always confirm on [justeat.co.uk](https://www.just-eat.co.uk/) before ordering, as coverage can change. ### πŸ›΅ Deliveroo β€” 13 restaurants nearby McDonald's Nando's Waitrose Sainsbury's Local Curriocity Checked 26 Aug 2026 β€” always confirm on [deliveroo.co.uk](https://deliveroo.co.uk/) before ordering, as coverage can change. ## Nearest supermarkets Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival. - Lidl 5 miles - Tesco, Dorchester 5.1 miles - Co-op, Dorchester 5.1 miles - Morrisons 7.5 miles - Sainsbury's, Weymouth 7.6 miles - Aldi, Weymouth 7.7 miles - Asda, Weymouth 9.2 miles Straight-line distances β€” the drive will be longer. Store data Β© [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright). ## Location Higher Hogleaze Farm, Town Hill, Dorchester DT2 9ET, UK [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=50.7264547%2C-2.5543183) ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours ## What visitors say Jason Yap β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Chris and the team are absolutely great and they take so much pride and care of the site. The showers are maintained throughout the day and are basically spotless. You can also order freshly baked pastries for morning breakfast in the morning which is a great treat!! Great views and approx 20-30min drive from all the major areas. We will definately be coming back here 2 months ago Β· via Google evernesto7777 β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Very nice, quiet and friendly place with amazing birds singing in morning, and afternoon ... We spend here Amazing time... You can pre order Home made breakfast Goodies... 🚾 On site 🚿 On site Very clean and tidy place. Nature and farm air around Lots of attractions if you want to discover with map on wall ( check photos pls) We would like to say Big thank You to Chris for everything!!! Highly recommend to visit and enjoy your free weekend, bank holiday,or holiday Just visit this place to recharge your πŸ”‹ and positive vibes. Many thanks once again We will definitely visit again soon!!! 4 months ago Β· via Google Ali β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Fantastic site. Lovely friendly owner who is a font of knowledge on all things on the area. Some might consider the facilities basic, but has everything needed. The fresh bread and croissants etc in the morning are a brilliant idea. We will return. 2 months ago Β· via Google Eritza Oosthuizen β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Farm camping at its best! Good amenities, nice big cubicles! Not too crowded even when full, fresh sour dough bread and other goodies available on order, sour loaf is exceptional! The owner, Chris is amazing and we'll definitely be going back there! Kids loves the family atmosphere and there is a lot of room to run around! Pitches are big and well maintained! Well located and has easy access! 11 months ago Β· via Google [More campsites in Dorset](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping) β˜… 5.0 (30 reviews) 100% of guests would recommend this site From Β£25 per night [Visit website](https://www.campsites.co.uk/go/30122?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=campsite) [07834 825944](tel:07834825944) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Dorset **Dogs allowed** βœ… Yes **Electric hook-up** βœ… Yes **Payment** Cards, Contactless 🏨 ### Prefer a hotel nearby? Browse hotels and B&Bs in Dorset. [Hotels in Dorset β†’](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/hotels) ### 🏨 Prefer a roof? Stays near Dorset Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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