Woodfrys Farm is situated in the Cranborne Chase AONB, just five minutes from Shaftesbury. Tents and campervans can pitch up on grass, wild-style pitches each with a private bench and fire pit nestled by the stream or lake, great for wildlife spotting. For glamping, the off-grid converted shepherd's hut offers a cosy stay with private facilities. Set on a working farm, meet the animals and visit the farm shop to pick up ingredients for the BBQ!

Overall runner up of Greener Site Award in our 2023 Camping and Glamping Awards

Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites

Set in the Crannock Chase AONB and dark sky reserve, only five minutes from Shaftesbury

Wild-style waterside pitches with private picnic benches and fire pits, great for wildlife spotting

Eco, family and dog friendly site set on a working farm with an onsite farm shop

About Woodfrys Farm

Surrounded by the picturesque Dorset countryside, this peaceful off-grid site is an ideal location for switching off and enjoying the outdoors. From your pitch, you can enjoy looking out for owls, kingfishers, otters, deer and more! Tents, trailer tents and campervans can all pitch up on one of the two 10m x 10m Ridge non electric grass pitches. These pitches sit higher up with a glorious bird's eye over the site, perfect for watching aerial displays from the visiting bird life. Nestled in the valley below, you will find the remainder of the non electric grass pitches in a four acre meadow. Set by either the flowing stream of the picturesque lake, there are six 10m x 10m tent pitches, along with a 15m x 10m campervan pitch. All of the pitches come with a private picnic bench for al fresco dining, along with a fire pit for toasting marshmallows (firewood is available to purchase). Being in a dark skies reserve, is it also an ideal spot for stargazing. For those looking for a little bit of luxury, opt for the Withy shepherd's hut. The off-grid hut can sleep up to two, equipped with a double bed, bedding and a small log burner for keeping toasty. Outside you will have your own private compost loo, along with a sink and hot gas shower. Bring a tent or campervan to pitch outside and add up to three extra guests to your stay. Or, there is an option of the Kingfisher bell tent, measuring 4m x 5m and close to the shared facilities. Sleeping up to four with a double bed and two singles furnished with futons and lights. Please bring your own towels, bedding and cooking equipment. Outside you'll find a picnic bench and fire pit with a grill. Be sure to bring along your BBQ too, where local fresh produce can be brought from the onsite farm shop. Here you can also pick up delicious ingredients and snacks, including local ice cream, apple juice, fresh eggs and more! Four-legged friends are also welcome to join you for your stay, with up to two allowed per pitch and in the shepherd's hut.

Glamping in the shepherd's hut and camping on the Ridge is available from March to November. Camping and touring on the Water Meadow is available from May to September.

Greener Site Award

Facilities and amenities

Onsite facilities include compostable toilets, hot showers and washing up. Each pitch is also supplied with a picnic table, compost bin and fire pit, with firewood available to purchase. Mobile phone charging lockers and freezes for ice packs are available.

There is a small farm shop onsite selling basics and fresh local produce. Produce includes grass-fed, outwintered rare breed beef, local fruit and veg, cheese, honey, ice cream and more. For a bite to eat, the Half Moon pub is just five minute drive away.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

Welcome to Woodfrys Farm, we are Liam, Hannah and Freja and we live on this stunning 25 acre farm. We opened back in 2020 and continue to thank our guests for their positive feedback and lovely reviews.

Through our work with the Greener Camping Club, we've planted over 4000 trees and continue to find room for plenty more. We started farming here back in 2018 and are slowly restoring the holding to create a productive farm and campsite which is rich in wildlife. We love what we do here and hope to welcome you soon!


Map and address

Park address

Woodfrys Farm,

Redmans Lane, Melbury Abbas, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 0DB

Coordinates

50.9848, -2.1741 | ST 87 20

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Woodfrys Farm is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Members only

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 10 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

2 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (Ridge)

Max 6 people

Non electric grass pitches suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans, measuring 10m x 10m. The pitch has a picnic table and fire pit.

6 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Water Meadow)

Max 6 people

Non electric grass pitches suitable for tents only, measuring 10m x 10m. The pitch has a picnic table and fire pit.

Non Electric Grass Campervan Pitch (Water Meadow)

Max 6 people

Non electric grass pitches suitable for trailer tents and campervans, measuring 15m x 10m. The pitch has a picnic table and fire pit.


Woodfrys Farm reviews

100%

would recommend

Overall
5
Location
5
Value for money
5
Service
5
Facilities
5
Cleanliness
5

"Tranquil and peaceful, no traffic noise, with abundant wildflowers and wildlife to enjoy"

Peter B - Jun 2024

"The location was stunning and each pitch felt like a secluded little meadow"

Sarah C - Aug 2023


Lovely tranquil site

Tim W

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VW-Type Campervan - Non Electric Grass Pitches (Ridge)Aug 2024

Beautiful setting in a quieter, pretty valley bursting with wildlife and countryside. Well organised and well kept with helpful owners and a brilliant little shop. We will definitely return, Tim & Sally.

Amazing campsite

Jody C

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Water Meadow)Aug 2024

A wonderful small, quiet campsite with good, clean facilities. Would highly recommend.

Three nights camping

Nasim R

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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches (Water Meadow)Jul 2024

A great place to stay. The children totally enjoyed it, especially when they spotted a female deer in the meadow. It was very relaxing for adults too.

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FAQ

Guests are welcome to check-in from 2pm until 8pm. Please advise the site if you are delayed. Check out is due before 11am on your final day.

Raised BBQs and campfires are welcome onsite, perfect for al fresco dining in the evenings.

Four-legged friends are also welcome to join you for your stay, with up to two allowed per pitch and in the shepherd's hut. Please note breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted.

Vehicles are not permitted on the camping field unless on arrival and departure. Vehicles must be parked in the designated parking area for your pitch.

There is a small farm shop onsite selling basics and fresh local produce. Produce includes grass-fed, outwintered rare breed beef, local fruit and veg, cheese, honey, ice cream and more.

Yes! One of each can be brought free of charge.


Shaftesbury is only five minutes away, full of delicious eateries and pubs. Here you will also find the famous steep Gold Hill with the Gold Hill Museum, a great photo opportunity.

If you are staying with kids, a trip to Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park (30 minutes) will be great. See rare breeds of horses, historic blacksmith displays and meet the animals in the petting zoo!

For a day at the beach, the glorious Jurrasic Coast is 40 minutes away. Sandbanks Beach is within an hour's drive, great for a dip in the sea and watching the boats out at sea.

  • Todber Manor Fisheries (15 minutes)
  • Old Wardour Castle (25 minutes)
  • National Trust - Kingston Lacy (30 minutes)
  • National Trust - Hardy's Cottage (40 minutes)
  • Splashdown (50 minutes)
The listing for Woodfrys Farm was last updated on November 1st, 2024 at 7:16 AM

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