# Thorncombe Farm β€” Camping in Dorset > Thorncombe Farm near Dorchester welcomes tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping, with campfires permitted and dogs welcome on this peaceful Dorset site. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping/thorncombe-farm (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Campground✨ GlampingπŸ›– Lodges & Staticsβ›Ί Tent Camping🚐 Caravans🐾 Dogs Welcome # Thorncombe Farm Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester DT2 8QH, UK [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15906565948837536480&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** Thorncombe Farm is a campsite in Dorset, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 58 Google reviews, with pitches for tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping. Details checked 6 August 2026 Β· source: Google Places Thorncombe Farm near Dorchester welcomes tents, caravans, motorhomes and glamping, with campfires permitted and dogs welcome on this peaceful Dorset site. ## About Thorncombe Farm Tucked into the Dorset countryside near Hardy's cottage at Higher Bockhampton, Thorncombe Farm is a peaceful spot that keeps things refreshingly simple. The site welcomes campfires – always a draw for families and groups – and there's a good mix of pitches including bell tents if you fancy ready-pitched comfort. Facilities cover the essentials (hot showers, hook-ups, drinking water), and dogs are welcome to join the adventure. The 4.8 rating reflects its easygoing appeal, though some visitors note the rustic vibe means you won't find Wi-Fi or elaborate amenities – this is camping at its straightforward best. With Dorchester, the Jurassic Coast and Thomas Hardy country all within easy reach, it's a solid base for exploring without the fuss of larger, more commercial sites. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Can I bring...? β›Ί Tent pitches βœ“ Yes 🚐 Caravans welcome βœ“ Yes 🚌 Motorhomes welcome βœ“ Yes ✨ Glamping available βœ“ Yes πŸ›– Lodges & statics βœ“ Yes ## Pitch types - β€’ 25 x Non Electric Grass Pitches - β€’ 5 x Bell Tents Pitch details as listed by the booking provider β€” availability and exact pricing shown at checkout. ## Lodges & pods - πŸ›– 5 x Bell Tents ## 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 W.C. disposal Drinking water Fires allowed 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€” 11 takeaways deliver to this postcode (DT2 8QH) Everest-Dorchester β˜… 5.0 Β· Nepalese, Indian Istanbul Pizza Kebab Burger Fish & Chips β˜… 5.0 Β· Pizza, Kebab The Balti Express β˜… 5.0 Β· Indian, Curry Empire Kebabs & Pizza Time β˜… 5.0 Β· Kebab, Pizza The Sundorbon Indian Takeaway β˜… 5.0 Β· Indian, Burgers 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€” 56 restaurants nearby Wagamama McDonald's KFC Nando's Subway 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 2.1 miles - Co-op, Dorchester 2.1 miles - Tesco, Dorchester 2.7 miles - Morrisons 7 miles - Sainsbury's, Weymouth 7 miles - Aldi, Weymouth 7.1 miles - Asda, Weymouth 8.6 miles Straight-line distances β€” the drive will be longer. Store data Β© [OpenStreetMap contributors](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright). ## Location Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester DT2 8QH, UK [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=50.7241933%2C-2.3935390) ## Opening hours **Thorncombe Farm is open from 01/05 to 30/09.** ## What visitors say Kevin Hendley β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Really relaxed and peaceful campsite set in green fields on a small-holding. Clean toilet facilities and worm showers with decent pressure. Dorchester just 5 minutes drive away for dinner and supermarket to stock up 2 months ago Β· via Google Hannah Knight β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Lovely campsite, very peaceful. All we could hear were the sounds of the animals. Shower and toilet facilities were great, and super easy to book online. 2 months ago Β· via Google Nicholas β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… Lovely peaceful setting with friendly hosts. Great forest for walking, running, mountain biking 5 minutes up the road. Would highly recommend. 2 months ago Β· via Google Becky Hore β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… I stayed at Thorncombe Farm in September 2025, and had a really lovely time! It's such a gorgeous location, and Felix was so welcoming. I had an entire field to myself and it was the most peaceful night. The campsite is surrounded by fields of goats and sheep on one side, and a massive area of natural forests with loads of trails and paths for hiking on the other. I ran 10k around the wood and saw some stunning views. Would highly recommend this site to anyone looking for peace and nature! 10 months ago Β· via Google [More campsites in Dorset](https://staycation.co.uk/dorset/camping) β˜… 4.8 (58 reviews) 100% of guests would recommend this site From Β£17 per night [01305 260574](tel:01305260574) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Dorset **Dogs allowed** βœ… Yes **Electric hook-up** βœ… Yes 🏨 ### Prefer a hotel nearby? Browse hotels and B&Bs in Dorset. 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