Safari tents in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs AONB

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This 380-square-mile (980-square-kilometre) chalk plateau on the borders of Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, and Hampshire boasts undulating hillside, historic landmarks, steep valleys, and traditional villages, making it a favourite for outdoor adventurers. Bridleways, footpaths, cycle routes, and wheelchair-friendly trails cut their way across the region’s fields, reserves, and ridges, while working farms and secluded glampsites provide plenty of spots to sleep beneath the stars at any time of year.

90% (7) 35 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs AONB

Milton Farm Hideaway

1. Milton Farm Hideaway

80%
(5)
2 units · Glamping · Warminster, Wiltshire, South West England
An exclusive-hire site in Wiltshire that’s great for groups
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£255
 / night
Woodford Farm

2. Woodford Farm

4 units · Glamping · Wells, England
Escape to nature in style at Woodford Farm! Discover the charm of countryside luxury at Woodford Farm - a family-run retreat set across 35 acres of breathtaking Somerset landscape. With panoramic views, a tranquil lake, and the gentle sounds of nature, this is glamping at its finest. Just a 15-minute scenic walk through the fields takes you to the historic city of Wells. Iconic destinations like Glastonbury, Wookey Hole, and Cheddar Gorge are all within a short drive, making Woodford Farm the perfect base for adventure or relaxation. Stay in one of our beautifully appointed Safari Tents, complete with en-suite bathrooms, and experience the magic of the outdoors without sacrificing comfort. Whether you're seeking peace, proximity to nature, or a unique getaway, glamping at Woodford Farm offers it all - with a touch of luxury.
Showers
Potable water
from 
£108
 / night
Hadspen Glamping

3. Hadspen Glamping

100%
(2)
3 units · Glamping · Castle Cary, England
Safari lodges for top-end, eco-friendly glamping in Somerset
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
from 
£210
 / night
Lower Keats Glamping

4. Lower Keats Glamping

6 units · Glamping · Devon, South West England
Luxury safari lodges in a prime Axe Valley locale, with the best of the West Country and Jurassic Coast to explore
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£283
 / night

This 380-square-mile (980-square-kilometre) chalk plateau on the borders of Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, and Hampshire boasts undulating hillside, historic landmarks, steep valleys, and traditional villages, making it a favourite for outdoor adventurers. Bridleways, footpaths, cycle routes, and wheelchair-friendly trails cut their way across the region’s fields, reserves, and ridges, while working farms and secluded glampsites provide plenty of spots to sleep beneath the stars at any time of year.

90% (7) 35 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs AONB

Milton Farm Hideaway

1. Milton Farm Hideaway

80%
(5)
2 units · Glamping · Warminster, Wiltshire, South West England
An exclusive-hire site in Wiltshire that’s great for groups
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£255
 / night
Woodford Farm

2. Woodford Farm

4 units · Glamping · Wells, England
Escape to nature in style at Woodford Farm! Discover the charm of countryside luxury at Woodford Farm - a family-run retreat set across 35 acres of breathtaking Somerset landscape. With panoramic views, a tranquil lake, and the gentle sounds of nature, this is glamping at its finest. Just a 15-minute scenic walk through the fields takes you to the historic city of Wells. Iconic destinations like Glastonbury, Wookey Hole, and Cheddar Gorge are all within a short drive, making Woodford Farm the perfect base for adventure or relaxation. Stay in one of our beautifully appointed Safari Tents, complete with en-suite bathrooms, and experience the magic of the outdoors without sacrificing comfort. Whether you're seeking peace, proximity to nature, or a unique getaway, glamping at Woodford Farm offers it all - with a touch of luxury.
Showers
Potable water
from 
£108
 / night
Hadspen Glamping

3. Hadspen Glamping

100%
(2)
3 units · Glamping · Castle Cary, England
Safari lodges for top-end, eco-friendly glamping in Somerset
Showers
Hot Tub
Potable water
from 
£210
 / night
Lower Keats Glamping

4. Lower Keats Glamping

6 units · Glamping · Devon, South West England
Luxury safari lodges in a prime Axe Valley locale, with the best of the West Country and Jurassic Coast to explore
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£283
 / night

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Safari tents in Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs AONB guide

Where to go

Shaftesbury

Lined by steep, cobblestone streets and surrounded by rolling fields, this hilltop parish on the edge of Cranborne Chase is a hotspot for outdoor enthusiasts. No-frills farmland, eco retreats, and fancy glampsites provide plenty of camping options, while hiking and biking routes through the AONB and Blackmore Vale offer adventurers an intimate glimpse of England’s famous West Country.

Warminster and Longleat

Home to the UK’s most famous safari park, this rural region to the north of Cranborne Chase is a great destination for Hipcampers with kids. Overnight options include campervan parks, glamping lodges, and back-to-basics campgrounds, while sights like the River Wylye, Smallbrook Meadows Nature Reserve, and Shearwater Lake are ideal for rambling, riding—and even sailing!

Salisbury

This historic city just east of Cranborne Chase is convenient for car-free Hipcampers, at just 90 minutes from London and 2 hours from Cardiff via train. Take advantage of the region’s caravan parks, traditional tent grounds, and exclusive glampsites to enjoy easy access to the cathedral city itself as well as the Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs AONB, Stonehenge, and New Forest National Park.

Fordingbridge

Nestled between Cranborne Chase and the New Forest, this riverside destination has something for every Hipcamper. Ancient archaeological sites, water parks, and archery centres provide plenty of thrilling daytrip options, while a network of riding routes and footpaths guide adventurers between the AONB and National Park. Outdoor accommodation includes pet-friendly touring parks, glamping huts, and traditional farmland campsites.

Wimborne

At the southerly tip of the Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs AONB, this market town and its scenic surrounds are home to holiday parks, back-to-basics campgrounds, and glamorous yurt sites, providing easy access to AONB attractions such as the Kingston Lacy Country Estate and iron-age Badbury Rings. Plus, the Dorset coast is just a 20-minute drive away, making it easy to tick off multiple landscapes in one visit.

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