Turnpike Showground Campsite
Shaftesbury, Dorset
Please note that this site doesn't provide showers and so guests must bring their own facilities if required.
Camping and touring at Turnpike Showground is refreshingly simple, situated within stunning North Dorset countryside and far from the hustle and bustle. Pitch where you choose within the 15 acre camping field, catering for tents, caravans and motorhomes - dogs are welcome too. Within easy reach of Cranborne Chase AONB and Longleat Safari Park.
Why you'll love it at Turnpike Showground Campsite
About the site
There's plenty of space to pitch here, and the site operates on a 'pitch where you fancy' basis - allowing you to pick your own spot against the gorgeous countryside backdrop. Unit numbers are deliberately kept low, so you won't have to worry about feeling packed in with other campers. Pitches are spread across the 15 acre field and there's also a 14 acre overflow field. All pitches are on grass and cater for tents, caravans and motorhomes - plus, dogs are welcome too. Water points are located across the site. Fires and BBQs are welcome here.
Open from 1 April to 6 September
There are 33 accommodation options on-site
15 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Small)
Max 7 people
Grass pitches without electric, suitable for tents and trailer tents.
15 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Large)
Max 10 people
Grass pitches without electric, suitable for tents and trailer tents.
3 x Non Electric Grass Touring Pitches
Max 8 people
Grass pitches without electric, suitable for caravans and motorhomes.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Shaftesbury area
The site enjoys easy access to a number of local villages, being set just a mile from Motcombe and nestling between Shaftesbury and Gillingham.
A short car journey will take you to the stunning Cranborne Chase AONB, with many attractions to see including Stonehenge and Stourhead. Alternatively, it takes just 30 minutes by car to see the animals at Longleat Safari Park.
Other attractions nearby include:
- Larmer Tree Gardens
- Shaftesbury Abbey
- Gold Hill Museum and Garden
- Old Wardour Castle
Interested in staying at Turnpike Showground Campsite?
Call 01747 823955 to book.
Unfortunately Turnpike Showground Campsite doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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