Bell tent camping near Dorchester

97% (384) • 226 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Dorchester

Dorset Farm Camping @ Dewflock Farm

1. Dorset Farm Camping @ Dewflock Farm

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(21)

2.8km from Dorchester · 12 units

Shepherd's huts and bell tents on the farm with a prime location between historic Dorchester and seaside Weymouth

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£90

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Flowerdew Farm

2. Flowerdew Farm

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(18)

16km from Dorchester · 23 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Bell tents and camping with alpacas near Dorset’s Jurassic Coast

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£27

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Charisworth Farm

3. Charisworth Farm

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20km from Dorchester · 37 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A spacious campsite in a traditional parkland setting, with campfires allowed and farm animals to meet

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£24

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Haddon Copse Farm

4. Haddon Copse Farm

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(49)

21km from Dorchester · 11 units · Tents, Glamping

Simple camping and glamping in an unspoilt location with glorious views of the Dorset Downs

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£14

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Coppet Hill

5. Coppet Hill

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(88)

28km from Dorchester · 18 units · Tents, Glamping

Wildlife-friendly camping and glamping with private loos at each pitch, 15 minutes' drive from the coast

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£65

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Marshwood Farm Camping

6. Marshwood Farm Camping

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52km from Dorchester · 15 units · Tents, Glamping

Quiet, family-friendly camping and glamping on a farm in rolling Wiltshire countryside

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£12

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Lower Marlpits Farm Campsite

7. Lower Marlpits Farm Campsite

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(10)

53km from Dorchester · 2 units

A well-connected family farm, near Honiton and the Jurassic Coast.

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£68

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Harry's Field New Forest

8. Harry's Field New Forest

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(60)

53km from Dorchester · 63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Family-friendly, traditional New Forest camping with a pub next door and footpaths leading directly from the gateway

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£32

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Tom's Field (New Forest)

9. Tom's Field (New Forest)

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(44)

55km from Dorchester · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Small, family-run camping in the New Forest National Park, brought about by popular demand

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£35

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Forest Edge

10. Forest Edge

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(24)

56km from Dorchester · 44 units · Tents, Glamping

A welcoming and wild-ish camping and glamping site on the edge of a forest in East Devon

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£20

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Harry's Meadow

11. Harry's Meadow

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56km from Dorchester · 63 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Back-to-basics camping with campfires in a spacious wildflower meadow, set on a beautiful New Forest estate

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£31

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Oakhill Ponds

12. Oakhill Ponds

96%

(13)

57km from Dorchester · 8 units

A uniquely peaceful Somerset glamping site set around two ponds in its own beautiful wildlife garden.

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£125

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Buckland Farm Camping

13. Buckland Farm Camping

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(21)

58km from Dorchester · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Dog-friendly camping on the edge of the Blackdown Hills

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£22

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Bowhayes Farm - Glamping & Camping

14. Bowhayes Farm - Glamping & Camping

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(20)

61km from Dorchester · 12 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly-wild camping in a Devon cider orchard, 5 miles from the Jurassic Coast

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£22

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Teddy's Farm

15. Teddy's Farm

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(154)

62km from Dorchester · 95 units · Tents, Glamping

Family-friendly pop-up camping in the heart of the New Forest.

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£12

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Deer Barn Retreats

16. Deer Barn Retreats

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(33)

72km from Dorchester · 3 units

Dog-friendly glamping on the Somerset-Devon border

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£81

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Gurt Yurts

17. Gurt Yurts

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(23)

73km from Dorchester · 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. 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.

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£12

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Oxwick Farm

18. Oxwick Farm

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(79)

95km from Dorchester · 14 units · Tents, Glamping

Camping and glamping on an eco-friendly re-wilded farm on the southern side of the Cotswolds.

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£30

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Pittaford Farm

19. Pittaford Farm

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(67)

99km from Dorchester · 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

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£26

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Hollington Park Glamping

20. Hollington Park Glamping

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(11)

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(23)

73km from Dorchester · 9 units · Tents, Glamping

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Oxwick Farm

18. Oxwick Farm

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(79)

95km from Dorchester · 14 units · Tents, Glamping

Camping and glamping on an eco-friendly re-wilded farm on the southern side of the Cotswolds.

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£30

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Pittaford Farm

19. Pittaford Farm

99%

(67)

99km from Dorchester · 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

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£26

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Hollington Park Glamping

20. Hollington Park Glamping

95%

(11)

102km from Dorchester · 6 units

Pod and bell tent glamping in woodland on the edge of the North Wessex Downs

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£105

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Gillian

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Oxwick Farm

A very warm welcome from Nigel at the site, with explanation of the site. We loved staying in one of the pre-pitched bell tents, so cosy and warm with very comfy beds! Warm shower and clean composting loo. Helpful little things like the - rechargeable lanterns for use and bottle lanterns when it got dark. A plus too, lots of kitchen ware and crockery.

Hubert

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Charisworth Farm

I had the most amazing camping experience here after not camping for 10 years, and it couldn’t have been better! 🏕️ The view is absolutely stunning, and the bell tent was a great size – clean, comfortable, and really cosy. The toilets and showers are quite basic, but honestly perfect for this kind of stay. The host was super helpful with excellent communication throughout, which made everything easy and stress-free. I especially loved the firepit, and wood was available, which made the evenings extra special. 🔥✨ Overall, this place exceeded my expectations and gave me the perfect return to camping. Highly recommended!

Lucy

August 2025

With kids

2 nights at Oxwick Farm

The glamping tents are cosy and spacious, the beds were incredibly comfortable and clean. The tents are well spaced out so there is privacy and peace. We had a BBQ and a firepit provided. Facilities were fabulous with a well-stocked kitchen and lovely hot shower. Excellent, friendly hosts. My teenage nieces and nephew loved it and well hopefully be back.

Kimberley

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Pittaford Farm

Absolutely loved our time, both sally and Paul were lovely and super friendly. The spot was so peaceful and had a homely atmosphere, everyone we meet was very friendly. 100% going back!

Jade

August 2025

With kids

3 nights at Charisworth Farm

Great little campsite! Richard welcomed us and asked if we needed anything. We asked for a firepit and logs which he brought over straight away. Showed us where everything was and we saw him round the site regularly. We saw many animals from sheep to cows, to geese. It was a quiet site when we first arrived midweek.

Nicole

August 2025

With kids

2 nights at Oxwick Farm

We had a wonderful 2 nights stay in a Bell tent. The tent is well equipped and the shared kitchen is a very nice and comfortable area. Electrical devices can be charged here. Nigel was very friendly and helpful and we loved his dog. The house of the owners is a beautiful, old building and adds a special atmosphere! Can recommend staying here!

Kelvin

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Teddy's Farm

Teddy was an amazing host, and was so helpful on every occasion. I thouroughly enjoyed cooking the lamb sausages made at the farm. Well deserving of any campsite awards they earn.

Benjamin

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Teddy's Farm

Great spot. Teddy and Mrs Teddy (sorry!) were incredibly welcoming and helpful. Massive fields. Load of space. Good showers and toilets. 👍

Lauren

August 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Dorset Farm Camping @ Dewflock Farm

Lovely campsite, great facilities and close to the Jurassic coast. The cafe is lovely for a morning coffee too!

Alice

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Oxwick Farm

We really enjoyed camping here, the tent was beautiful and the area felt private from the rest of the campsite. Nigel was a lovely host, made us feel welcome and had great knowledge of the local area.

Sonia

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Oxwick Farm

Rustic, peaceful vibes for a quiet break from life! Quirky amenities but by no means in adequate, the host, Nigel was extremely welcoming and friendly. Stayed in Sir Galahad bell tent, which had a large comfy bed and even though it was warm when arrived, once we had opened up the tent there was a lovely cool breeze and feeling at one with nature. We had a quiet and secluded plot with our bench table and BBQs available although we’d brought our own and cooked a lovely steak from the local butchers only a few miles away in the quaint town of Chipping Sodbury. Would Definately recommend for something different and peaceful. Thank you, we hope to return!

Astrid

May 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Deer Barn Retreats

Beautiful field, really idyllic and peaceful. Huge tent with a comfy bed, and handy having power points in the kitchen hut. The provisions for cooking are quite basic (could have done with an extra saucepan and a colander), but the outside stove worked well and our 3 year old loved the whole experience.