The Old Forge is the perfect family, couple and dog friendly peaceful retreat - glamping with your own hot tub, BBQ and fire pits under the stars. Come and experience the slower life in an idyllic setting! Nestled between meadows strewn with buttercups are two sweet shepherd's huts which are sure to charm you. You'll explore Dorset's Hardy Country and be less than 10 minutes from Shaftesbury.

About The Old Forge

Glorious West Country living starts right here in between patchwork fields and over country stiles. Here you'll forget the race of commuters and swap them instead for the gentle clucking of free range chickens. Mabel and Sam are let together to groups and families. Snuggle down in two lovely shepherd's huts, each set under starry skies and both including a comfortable 4 foot by 6 foot bed for two weary travellers. It's the perfect place to relax inside, soak up the nostalgic atmosphere from the wood fired hot tub, and then BBQ outside in the open air, with a nod to the friendly resident horses. Dogs are welcome to enjoy the holiday too.

Open all year


Facilities and amenities

Glampers have access to a beautifully kitted out kitchen and just a short walk from your accommodation is an antique composting loo, plus an electric shower, sink and a heated towel rail.

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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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Toilets

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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...

Sophie and Alex have recently taken over the family business along with their two young children Iris and Woody. Iris and Woody just love it when children come to stay! Your other hosts are your 'neigh'bours Lily and Leya the Arabian horses, free strutting bantams and be sure to meet Bonnie the wee little Westie dog.

The Old Forge has been in the same family since 1986. After 30 years of hosting, Tim and Lucy have now retired. Now the next generation daughter Sophie with her husband Alex and their two young children Iris and Woody have now taken the reins and cannot wait to welcome you.


Map and address

Park address

The Old Forge,

Compton Abbas, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 0NQ

Coordinates

50.9666, -2.1872 | ST 86 18

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The Old Forge is ideal for...

Couples

Large same-sex groups

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 2 accommodation options on-site

Sam the Shepherd's Hut

Max 2 people

Cast your eyes across the buttercups and you will find this beauty sitting comfortably in the meadow. Purchased from a retired Dorset shepherd, this is fully restored, with a bed, cosy furnishings and even a shepherd's crook!

Mabel the Shepherd's Hut

Max 2 people

Set between the buttercups and daisies, Mabel has plenty of unique and nostalgic furnishings and a comfortable bed, to welcome you.



Interested in staying at The Old Forge?

Call 07792 278568 to book.

Unfortunately The Old Forge 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.


Dogs are welcome at The Old Forge in Sam and Mabel the shepherd's huts - please advise the team in advance, and please be aware that there are on site animals - horses, dogs and a cat! No dogs on the furniture, and please bring your own bowls and bedding if you're glamping. Please clear up after your four legged friend!


The family are likely to fall in love with not only this lovely setting, horses over the fence and free range chickens.

Walks across the downland are unmissable and start right from your glamping doorway. Come and explore the landscape that inspired Thomas Hardy with its patchwork fields. By walking towards Melbury Hill you can catch the stunning glimmer of glow-worms during June and July in good weather.

Love the thought of being above the clouds? You can watch daily flight demos at Compton Abbas Airfield and have a tasty lunch as you see them soar. From there, explore Dorset's breathtaking towns and villages, taking in Shaftesbury's Gold Hill and pretty Sherborne's old world charm.

From there, why not keep going to Salisbury and uncover the mysteries of Stonehenge?

Other great things to see and do:

  • Monkey World
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park
  • Bovington Tank Museum
  • Larmer Tree Gardens

Interested in staying at The Old Forge?

Call 07792 278568 to book.

Unfortunately The Old Forge 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.

The listing for The Old Forge was last updated on October 9th, 2024 at 9:25 AM

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