The Gaggle of Geese
Buckland Newton, Dorchester DT2 7BS, UK
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About The Gaggle of Geese
Tucked into the Dorset AONB near Buckland Newton, this friendly country pub campsite spreads across five peaceful acres of fields and orchard, with non-electric grass pitches for tents and motorhomes. The real draw is the sprawling outdoor space: a soft-play double-decker bus, pygmy goats, ping pong, miniature golf and plenty of room for kids to roam while grown-ups enjoy locally brewed beers and ciders. Inside, expect comfy corners, a warm welcome for dogs and children alike, plus homemade pub classics and excellent Sunday roasts that reviewers consistently praise.
It's brilliantly placed for Dorset adventures—20 minutes from Dorchester, half an hour from the coast, and within easy reach of fossil hunting, animal parks and watersports. Summer evenings often fire up the barbecue shack and wood-fired pizza oven, or you're welcome to bring your own setup for campfires under the stars. A skittle alley, quiz nights and live music afternoons add to the relaxed, family-friendly vibe.
What's nearby
- Dorset Medieval Archery next door
- Dominey's Yard 200m away
- Holy Rood Church, Buckland Newton 250m away
- Buckland Newton Hire Ltd 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the site before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
People say this pub offers delicious food, including excellent Sunday roasts and a varied menu, alongside a great selection of beers and drinks. They also highlight the huge outdoor area with play spaces for children, including a soft play bus and goats to feed, as well as camping and glamping facilities. Guests mention the staff are friendly, welcoming, and attentive, creating a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere.
Summary via Google
Can I bring...?
Pitch types
- Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch
Pitch details as listed by the booking provider — availability and exact pricing shown at checkout.
Lodges & pods
- Bumble shepherd's hut (four person)
- Birdie shepherd's hut (two person)
Hook-up
No electric hook-up listed — worth confirming directly if you're bringing a caravan or motorhome.
Facilities
On-site dining
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 103 takeaways deliver to this postcode (DT2 7BS)
W2 Milkshake Bubble Tea
5.0 · Bubble Tea, Milkshakes
Sainsbury's - Dorchester Local
5.0 · Groceries, Alcohol
W2 Chinese Asian Tapas & Dim Sum
5.0 · Japanese, Chinese
Co-op - Charlestown - Weymouth
5.0 · Groceries, Alcohol
ASDA Express - Weymouth
5.0 · Groceries, Alcohol
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Sainsbury's, Sherborne 7.6 miles
- Co-op 7.8 miles
- Lidl 8.7 miles
- Tesco, Dorchester 9.8 miles
- Aldi, Yeovil 10.4 miles
- Morrisons, Yeovil 10.9 miles
- Asda, Yeovil 11.9 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 7:00 PM
What visitors say
Left the Gaggle Of Geese after a lovely weekend away celebrating our wedding anniversary. What an absolutely lovely experience it was. We stayed in the Birdie Shepard Hut and it was really nice and exactly what we wanted. The inside log burner was a fantastic unexpected addition which came in really handy. And we really appreciated the welcome pack which again was unexpected. Together we ate and drank in the pub and found all the staff excellent and extremely friendly as well as the locals and the resident dog who happily greeted us on both mornings. The grounds were big and fun with plenty to do for couples and families. Overall it was a very blissful experience that we both loved and we would happily return in the future with our children.
3 months ago · via Google
Visited Saturday 11th April. Incredibly beautiful and charming set-up. Lots of outdoor space and fun for the kids with the play bus. Between that and the goats it made our visit feel very value for money. Indoor has lots of character. Staff were lovely. Very accommodating and friendly especially as there was such a huge group of us (almost 30). My food (chicken stack burger) was just ok. Quite dry and the inlcuded portion of chips was the smallest I'd ever seen, so be sure to upgrade to a bowl! Of course there was a range of food at our table and I know most people enjoyed what they had. Some of the other meals looked amazing. Decent 0% drink options, and the coffee was perfect. We'll definitely be back in Summer.
3 months ago · via Google
had a great roast dinner here, everything was delicious. it was one of our friends birthdays when we attended and they went the extra mile which was appreciated :)
4 months ago · via Google
Outstanding place with very nice staff. Lovely owner. I go back for every monthly open mic night and a drink. Very welcoming atmosphere all around. Would definitely recommend.
a month ago · via Google
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