Back to basics campsites in Dorset
24 back to basics campsites in Dorset
Thorncombe Farm
Higher Bockhampton, Dorchester, Dorset
4.75 /5
26 reviews
96%
would recommend
Quiet camping, touring and glamping bell tent site with campfires and dogs welcome. Set in idyllic Hardy Country.
Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping
Melplash, Bridport, Dorset
4.92 /5
33 reviews
97%
would recommend
Traditional dog camping on a cider farm with panoramic countryside views. Just 15 minutes from West Bay beach.
Primrose Fields Campsite
East Stoke, Wareham, Dorset
4.8 /5
91 reviews
93%
would recommend
Family camping with campfires on a wildflower meadow, near Bovington Tank Museum, Monkey World and Lulworth.
Holyrood Farm Campsite
Shaftesbury, Dorset
4.91 /5
46 reviews
94%
would recommend
Back to basics camping set in very picturesque countryside beside Shaftesbury. Campfires and pets welcome.
Sweet Hill Farm
Portland, Dorset
4.67 /5
67 reviews
94%
would recommend
Almost wild camping on the beautiful Isle of Portland in Dorset with coastal views and dog friendly.
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West Holme Glamping
Wareham, Dorset
4.87 /5
6 reviews
100%
would recommend
Fully furnished bell tents for families and couples on an equestrian farm. 15 minutes to the Jurassic Coast.
Jurassic Camp
Rodden, Weymouth, Dorset
4.32 /5
20 reviews
85%
would recommend
Small farm camping site set on the Jurassic Coast within the Dorset AONB. Family and dog friendly.
Monarch's Way Campsite
Trent, Sherborne, Dorset
4.6 /5
4 reviews
100%
would recommend
Almost wild camping in a small orchard on the Monarch's Way. Set in a scenic village, ten minutes from Sherborne.
Galton Campsite
Dorchester, Dorset
4.64 /5
11 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family run site set in a 20 acre field on an organic farm within easy reach to the Purbeck Heritage coast.
Hallett at Portland Bill Campsite
Portland, Dorset
4.47 /5
18 reviews
100%
would recommend
Dog-friendly and family-run almost-wild camping site on Portland Peninsula. A true back to basics adventure!
Halletts Rural Campsite
Portland, Dorset
4.55 /5
12 reviews
92%
would recommend
Family run, almost wild camping on the Isle of Portland. Farm animals on site, beaches nearby and more.
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Haddon Copse Farm
Fifehead Neville, Sturminster Newton, Dorset
Back to basics camping with campfires, a glamping hut and bell tents, just ten minutes from the Dorset AONB.
Southover Woods
Dorchester, Dorset
Woodland site with private fire pits and group pitches, 20 minutes to Dorchester and 30 minutes to Durdle Door
Turnpike Showground Campsite
Shaftesbury, Dorset
Calm, simple, no-frills camping and touring suitable for families and pets - set close to Cranborne Chase AONB.
New Court Farm Camping
Batcombe, Dorchester, Dorset
Off-grid camping offering grass pitches with wonderful views. Easy access to walking routes, Dorchester and more.
Britt Valley Campground
Westbay, Bridport, Dorset
Traditional, spacious campground in the heart of West Bay, a five minute walk to the beach. Dog friendly.
The Railway Campsite
Harmans Cross, Swanage, Dorset
Back-to-basics, family friendly tent and tourer camping located next to the Swanage steam trains Railway.
Quarr Camping
Swanage, Dorset
Small, friendly and family run farm camping site situated in Purbeck with grass pitches close to Swanage beach.
Little Rodmore Camping
Kings Stag, Sturminster Newton, Dorset
An almost wild campsite for tents in the heart of The Blackmore Vale set on a working family farm. Dog friendly.
Berehayes Holiday Cottages
Whitchurch Canonicorum, Bridport, Dorset
A secluded shepherd's hut in a paddock with alpacas, sheep and a pond. Private pool and sauna sessions included.
Swanage Bijou Camping
Swanage, Dorset
Beach camping and glamping bell tents with golf on site, very close to Swanage Steam Railway and pier.
The Daggles
Leigh, Sherborne, Dorset
Simple, off-grid family camping with flushing loos and hot showers. Situated on a dairy farm in Dorset.
North View Certificated Location
Swanage, Dorset
Small touring site in Dorset AONB, just ten minutes from Swanage Bay. Dog friendly.
High Cross Camping Coach and Living Van
Netherbury, Bridport, Dorset
A unique stay near to Bridport and West Bay sleeping in a Victorian railway carriage, ideal for families of four.
