Dog-friendly camping in Blackdown Hills AONB

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In the Blackdown Hills AONB, camping with your dog is easy—there are over 1,700 pet-friendly sites scattered across this patchwork of rolling hills and ancient woods. Pitch your tent where you’ll wake to bird call, not traffic. Prices start at just £8 per night, with an average around £35. You’ll find sites with showers, flush toilets, and campfires allowed, so you can toast marshmallows after a day out. Fishing, wild swimming, and wildlife-watching are all on offer, with plenty of quiet corners to let your dog roam. Local favourites include South Dean Camping (169 reviews), Sweet Hill Farm (142 reviews), and Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping (88 reviews). Don’t forget to bag up your dog’s rubbish and leave the hills as you found them—locals take pride in keeping this place wild and welcoming.

95% (2K) 867 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in Blackdown Hills AONB

Sweet Hill Farm

1. Sweet Hill Farm

94%
(296)
Isle Of Portland, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£12
 / night
Primrose Fields Campsite

2. Primrose Fields Campsite

97%
(204)
Wareham, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping in a Dorset hay meadow
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£12
 / night
South Dean Camping

3. South Dean Camping

98%
(307)
Barnstaple, England · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£35
 / night
WILDSWIM2SAUNA

4. WILDSWIM2SAUNA

England · 32 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Set within 146 acres, the wildswim2sauna campsite at the Yeo farm estate lends itself to adventurous and active families looking for a unique off grid camping experience. If alfresco living, wild swimming, hot tubbing, saunas, wild fire cooking, rivers, woods, fishing and being surrounded by nature and wildlife then you’re in the right place. fantastic beaches and cool places to visit such as Salcombe, Totnes, Bantham Beach, Hope Cove are just 20mins drive away.. Facilities include private riverside pitches, outside gym, trampoline adventure playground, fire pits, picnic tables, cinders gas bbq and outside dining area. The riverside sauna needs to be booked. Please visit; WWW.WILDSWIM2SAUNA.COM for a detailed description of our boutique riverside camp Ps Don’t forget your swimmers
Campfires
Potable water
Wifi
from 
£20
 / night
Pittaford Farm

5. Pittaford Farm

99%
(67)
Kingsbridge, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A campfire-friendly site in South Devon, with a beach, a nature reserve and a pub all less than 45 minutes' walk away
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£26
 / night
Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

6. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

87%
(39)
Trowbridge, England · 51 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a family run farm situated in the beautiful Frome valley. The farm has a range of interests from the traditional Jersey milking cows to a community of workshops used by local craftsmen. The cafe serves cream teas from Easter to the end of September and pizzas are sold in evenings during the summer months. Ours is a small family run camp site with the River Frome on one side, next to the medieval buildings of Stowford Farm. The river is suitable for fishing, boating, swimming and paddling. Historic Bradford-on-Avon is only a 5 minute drive and the City of Bath 15 minutes. For those who enjoy more rural pleasures, 200 metres from the campsite Farleigh Hungerford boasts the only river swimming club in the country, and you can become an instant member for a very small fee.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Hardyes Countryside Camping

7. Hardyes Countryside Camping

98%
(43)
Weymouth, England · 35 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.
Electrical hookup
Showers
Potable water
from 
£25
 / night
Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping

8. Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping

98%
(211)
Okehampton, England · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Seriously simple but beautiful wild camping beside a lake on Dartmoor
Campfires
from 
£20
 / night
Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping

9. Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping

100%
(7)
England · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Welcome to our peaceful 190 acres of glorious Dorset countryside. Here we operate a working farm where we grow apples for award-winning cider makers, along with keeping a range of animals. We are also well located for the Jurassic Coast, with Bridport ten minutes away and West Bay Beach within a 15 minute drive. Our location is perfect for those wanting to immerse themselves in the outdoors, whilst enjoying a relaxing break. We have a limited amount of pitches, along with a communal barn for unwinding (and sheltering from the unpredictable English weather). Both families and dogs are welcome too Facilities onsite include toilets and showers. There is also a communal barn with an equipped kitchen, seating, table tennis, darts and more. We also offer wood-fired pizza during peak season, with licensed premises too! For grabbing something to eat, we have The Half Moon just a ten minute walk away. A Lidl is also a five minute drive away for picking up any essentials. 9 x Non Electric Grass Pitches Spacious 10m x 10m grass pitches without electric. Suitable for tents or campervans up to 6m in length.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£41
 / night
Charisworth Farm

10. Charisworth Farm

97%
(99)
Blandford, England · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A spacious campsite in a traditional parkland setting, with campfires allowed and farm animals to meet
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£24
 / night
Gurt Yurts

11. Gurt Yurts

100%
(23)
Churchill, England · 9 units · Tents, Glamping
Off the beaten track on top of the Mendips in an area of outstanding natural beauty. A mixture of four acres of wild woodland, orchard and field set on a hillside. Our Yurt is set up in the trees giving you peaceful seclusion and a clear view across the sea to Wales and the mountains of the Brecon Beacons. The Yurt is big and sleeps up to four very comfortably. It has its own stove and outside is a washroom just for you with hot shower , toilet and sinks. Your own meadow allows you to just relax and be. Up on the campfield you can bring your own tent or hire a Belle tent from us with all the fittings to camp contentedly. Our new Wash House has hot showers, flushing toilets and basins. You can light a fire and cook up a BBQ or maybe just watch the world go by. A huge range of activities are possible or you can lie in the hammock with a good book. We have very friendly dogs and rescue chickens who may come and visit. Wild deer wander past in the early morning mist and the odd buzzard picks an argument with a bunch of crows but nothing much else should disturb you. We moved here after an 18 month search 8 years ago. It was close to everything we wanted and we've spent some time getting a bit closer.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£12
 / night
Kingsmead Camping

12. Kingsmead Camping

99%
(96)
Cullompton, England · 6 units
A range of pitches, from grassy open spaces to off-grid woodland clearings, topped off by two well-stocked fishing lakes
Electrical hookup
from 
£29
 / night
Southover Wood and Camping

13. Southover Wood and Camping

95%
(100)
Dorchester, England · 15 units · Tents, Glamping
Nearly wild camping in a vast Dorset woodland
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£12
 / night
Secret Spot Camping Saunton

14. Secret Spot Camping Saunton

99%
(140)
Braunton, England · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Finding this exclusive Devon spot is like making it on to the best VIP guest list in town
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Berry's Ground Lane Campsite

15. Berry's Ground Lane Campsite

100%
(18)
Martinhoe, England · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Wake up to sea air, wide open skies and the sound of nature at this peaceful, wild-style campsite on the North Devon coast. Set on an organic working farm, each spacious field has no more than six pitches, giving you plenty of room to relax, explore and enjoy the incredible coastal views. Campfires are very much part of the experience. We provide raised firepits to borrow, with logs available to buy on site, making evenings perfect for stargazing, sharing stories and unwinding together around the fire. The campsite is located just outside the small hamlet of Martinhoe, with direct access to the South West Coast Path for spectacular coastal walks straight from your pitch. A historic Roman beacon sits nearby, and the surrounding farmland is rich in wildlife — deer are often spotted in neighbouring fields, alongside birds of prey and songbirds. Facilities are simple and low-impact, with a compost toilet and a water point provided. There is no electricity, no showers and no Wi-Fi — a delightfully off-grid setting designed for those who value peace, space and time outdoors. Spacious, calm and family-friendly, this is an ideal place to slow down, reconnect with nature and enjoy a truly rural coastal escape.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£24
 / night
Beryl's Campsite

16. Beryl's Campsite

97%
(38)
Kingsbridge, England · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A secret, secluded campsite with wonderful views down to Start Bay
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£35
 / night
Flowerdew Farm

17. Flowerdew Farm

100%
(18)
Bridport, England · 18 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and camping with alpacas near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£27
 / night
Hobby Farm

18. Hobby Farm

96%
(45)
Whitchurch Canonicorum, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A peaceful, adult-only campsite 10 minutes' from the Jurassic Coast
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£22
 / night
Jacks field

19. Jacks field

100%
(3)
England · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Escape to Tranquil Farm Life on the Mendip Hills Nestled high on the scenic Mendip Hills, our family-run farm offers the perfect retreat for those seeking peace, stunning views, and the joys of farm life. With vast, rolling fields surrounding you, our campsite provides a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle, while being conveniently accessible for campervans—featuring added hard standings for a comfortable stay. Whether you’re cozying up around a crackling fire pit under a blanket of stars or waking to the sounds of sheep and chickens nearby, this is a place to truly connect with nature. The stunning night sky, free from light pollution, offers breathtaking stargazing opportunities. Our campsite is designed with comfort in mind, with a clean WC and a reliable water supply just a short walk away. The farm is always alive with the gentle rhythms of daily life, so you’ll never be far from our friendly animals—perfect for animal lovers or those seeking a taste of rural life. Located just a stone’s throw from the awe-inspiring Cheddar Gorge and Burrington Coombe, and within easy reach of the beautiful Chew Valley and Blagdon Lake, there’s plenty to explore nearby. Whether you’re hiking, cycling, or simply taking in the natural beauty of these iconic spots, you’ll find endless opportunities for adventure right on your doorstep. Whether you're here for a relaxing break, a bit of outdoor adventure, or simply to unwind and reconnect with nature, our little corner of the Mendips offers it all. Join us for a memorable farm stay where the beauty of the countryside meets the warmth of family hospitality.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£15
 / night
Bredy Farm

20. Bredy Farm

87%
(63)
Bridport, England · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm with a party vibe at weekends
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£18
 / night

In the Blackdown Hills AONB, camping with your dog is easy—there are over 1,700 pet-friendly sites scattered across this patchwork of rolling hills and ancient woods. Pitch your tent where you’ll wake to bird call, not traffic. Prices start at just £8 per night, with an average around £35. You’ll find sites with showers, flush toilets, and campfires allowed, so you can toast marshmallows after a day out. Fishing, wild swimming, and wildlife-watching are all on offer, with plenty of quiet corners to let your dog roam. Local favourites include South Dean Camping (169 reviews), Sweet Hill Farm (142 reviews), and Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping (88 reviews). Don’t forget to bag up your dog’s rubbish and leave the hills as you found them—locals take pride in keeping this place wild and welcoming.

95% (2K) 867 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in Blackdown Hills AONB

Sweet Hill Farm

1. Sweet Hill Farm

94%
(296)
Isle Of Portland, England · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple, almost-wild, seaside camping on the Isle of Portland
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£12
 / night
Primrose Fields Campsite

2. Primrose Fields Campsite

97%
(204)
Wareham, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping in a Dorset hay meadow
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£12
 / night
South Dean Camping

3. South Dean Camping

98%
(307)
Barnstaple, England · 70 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Clifftop camping with epic sea views, right next to Exmoor National Park.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£35
 / night
WILDSWIM2SAUNA

4. WILDSWIM2SAUNA

England · 32 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Set within 146 acres, the wildswim2sauna campsite at the Yeo farm estate lends itself to adventurous and active families looking for a unique off grid camping experience. If alfresco living, wild swimming, hot tubbing, saunas, wild fire cooking, rivers, woods, fishing and being surrounded by nature and wildlife then you’re in the right place. fantastic beaches and cool places to visit such as Salcombe, Totnes, Bantham Beach, Hope Cove are just 20mins drive away.. Facilities include private riverside pitches, outside gym, trampoline adventure playground, fire pits, picnic tables, cinders gas bbq and outside dining area. The riverside sauna needs to be booked. Please visit; WWW.WILDSWIM2SAUNA.COM for a detailed description of our boutique riverside camp Ps Don’t forget your swimmers
Campfires
Potable water
Wifi
from 
£20
 / night
Pittaford Farm

5. Pittaford Farm

99%
(67)
Kingsbridge, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A campfire-friendly site in South Devon, with a beach, a nature reserve and a pub all less than 45 minutes' walk away
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£26
 / night
Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

6. Stowford Manor Farm Campsite

87%
(39)
Trowbridge, England · 51 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a family run farm situated in the beautiful Frome valley. The farm has a range of interests from the traditional Jersey milking cows to a community of workshops used by local craftsmen. The cafe serves cream teas from Easter to the end of September and pizzas are sold in evenings during the summer months. Ours is a small family run camp site with the River Frome on one side, next to the medieval buildings of Stowford Farm. The river is suitable for fishing, boating, swimming and paddling. Historic Bradford-on-Avon is only a 5 minute drive and the City of Bath 15 minutes. For those who enjoy more rural pleasures, 200 metres from the campsite Farleigh Hungerford boasts the only river swimming club in the country, and you can become an instant member for a very small fee.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£18
 / night
Hardyes Countryside Camping

7. Hardyes Countryside Camping

98%
(43)
Weymouth, England · 35 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.
Electrical hookup
Showers
Potable water
from 
£25
 / night
Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping

8. Meldon Lake and Woods Wild Camping

98%
(211)
Okehampton, England · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Seriously simple but beautiful wild camping beside a lake on Dartmoor
Campfires
from 
£20
 / night
Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping

9. Hincknowle Cider Apple Farm Camping

100%
(7)
England · 9 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Welcome to our peaceful 190 acres of glorious Dorset countryside. Here we operate a working farm where we grow apples for award-winning cider makers, along with keeping a range of animals. We are also well located for the Jurassic Coast, with Bridport ten minutes away and West Bay Beach within a 15 minute drive. Our location is perfect for those wanting to immerse themselves in the outdoors, whilst enjoying a relaxing break. We have a limited amount of pitches, along with a communal barn for unwinding (and sheltering from the unpredictable English weather). Both families and dogs are welcome too Facilities onsite include toilets and showers. There is also a communal barn with an equipped kitchen, seating, table tennis, darts and more. We also offer wood-fired pizza during peak season, with licensed premises too! For grabbing something to eat, we have The Half Moon just a ten minute walk away. A Lidl is also a five minute drive away for picking up any essentials. 9 x Non Electric Grass Pitches Spacious 10m x 10m grass pitches without electric. Suitable for tents or campervans up to 6m in length.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£41
 / night
Charisworth Farm

10. Charisworth Farm

97%
(99)
Blandford, England · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A spacious campsite in a traditional parkland setting, with campfires allowed and farm animals to meet
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£24
 / night
Gurt Yurts

11. Gurt Yurts

100%
(23)
Churchill, England · 9 units · Tents, Glamping
Off the beaten track on top of the Mendips in an area of outstanding natural beauty. A mixture of four acres of wild woodland, orchard and field set on a hillside. Our Yurt is set up in the trees giving you peaceful seclusion and a clear view across the sea to Wales and the mountains of the Brecon Beacons. The Yurt is big and sleeps up to four very comfortably. It has its own stove and outside is a washroom just for you with hot shower , toilet and sinks. Your own meadow allows you to just relax and be. Up on the campfield you can bring your own tent or hire a Belle tent from us with all the fittings to camp contentedly. Our new Wash House has hot showers, flushing toilets and basins. You can light a fire and cook up a BBQ or maybe just watch the world go by. A huge range of activities are possible or you can lie in the hammock with a good book. We have very friendly dogs and rescue chickens who may come and visit. Wild deer wander past in the early morning mist and the odd buzzard picks an argument with a bunch of crows but nothing much else should disturb you. We moved here after an 18 month search 8 years ago. It was close to everything we wanted and we've spent some time getting a bit closer.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£12
 / night
Kingsmead Camping

12. Kingsmead Camping

99%
(96)
Cullompton, England · 6 units
A range of pitches, from grassy open spaces to off-grid woodland clearings, topped off by two well-stocked fishing lakes
Electrical hookup
from 
£29
 / night
Southover Wood and Camping

13. Southover Wood and Camping

95%
(100)
Dorchester, England · 15 units · Tents, Glamping
Nearly wild camping in a vast Dorset woodland
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£12
 / night
Secret Spot Camping Saunton

14. Secret Spot Camping Saunton

99%
(140)
Braunton, England · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Finding this exclusive Devon spot is like making it on to the best VIP guest list in town
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Berry's Ground Lane Campsite

15. Berry's Ground Lane Campsite

100%
(18)
Martinhoe, England · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Wake up to sea air, wide open skies and the sound of nature at this peaceful, wild-style campsite on the North Devon coast. Set on an organic working farm, each spacious field has no more than six pitches, giving you plenty of room to relax, explore and enjoy the incredible coastal views. Campfires are very much part of the experience. We provide raised firepits to borrow, with logs available to buy on site, making evenings perfect for stargazing, sharing stories and unwinding together around the fire. The campsite is located just outside the small hamlet of Martinhoe, with direct access to the South West Coast Path for spectacular coastal walks straight from your pitch. A historic Roman beacon sits nearby, and the surrounding farmland is rich in wildlife — deer are often spotted in neighbouring fields, alongside birds of prey and songbirds. Facilities are simple and low-impact, with a compost toilet and a water point provided. There is no electricity, no showers and no Wi-Fi — a delightfully off-grid setting designed for those who value peace, space and time outdoors. Spacious, calm and family-friendly, this is an ideal place to slow down, reconnect with nature and enjoy a truly rural coastal escape.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£24
 / night
Beryl's Campsite

16. Beryl's Campsite

97%
(38)
Kingsbridge, England · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A secret, secluded campsite with wonderful views down to Start Bay
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
from 
£35
 / night
Flowerdew Farm

17. Flowerdew Farm

100%
(18)
Bridport, England · 18 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Bell tents and camping with alpacas near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£27
 / night
Hobby Farm

18. Hobby Farm

96%
(45)
Whitchurch Canonicorum, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A peaceful, adult-only campsite 10 minutes' from the Jurassic Coast
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£22
 / night
Jacks field

19. Jacks field

100%
(3)
England · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Escape to Tranquil Farm Life on the Mendip Hills Nestled high on the scenic Mendip Hills, our family-run farm offers the perfect retreat for those seeking peace, stunning views, and the joys of farm life. With vast, rolling fields surrounding you, our campsite provides a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle, while being conveniently accessible for campervans—featuring added hard standings for a comfortable stay. Whether you’re cozying up around a crackling fire pit under a blanket of stars or waking to the sounds of sheep and chickens nearby, this is a place to truly connect with nature. The stunning night sky, free from light pollution, offers breathtaking stargazing opportunities. Our campsite is designed with comfort in mind, with a clean WC and a reliable water supply just a short walk away. The farm is always alive with the gentle rhythms of daily life, so you’ll never be far from our friendly animals—perfect for animal lovers or those seeking a taste of rural life. Located just a stone’s throw from the awe-inspiring Cheddar Gorge and Burrington Coombe, and within easy reach of the beautiful Chew Valley and Blagdon Lake, there’s plenty to explore nearby. Whether you’re hiking, cycling, or simply taking in the natural beauty of these iconic spots, you’ll find endless opportunities for adventure right on your doorstep. Whether you're here for a relaxing break, a bit of outdoor adventure, or simply to unwind and reconnect with nature, our little corner of the Mendips offers it all. Join us for a memorable farm stay where the beauty of the countryside meets the warmth of family hospitality.
Campfires
Potable water
from 
£15
 / night
Bredy Farm

20. Bredy Farm

87%
(63)
Bridport, England · 31 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Back-to-basics camping on a Dorset farm with a party vibe at weekends
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£18
 / night

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