Dog-friendly camping near Castle Cary

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Top-rated campgrounds near Castle Cary

Paddington Farm

1. Paddington Farm

93%

(29)

15km from Castle Cary · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A simple campsite at the foot of Glastonbury Tor

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£24

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Wookey Farm

2. Wookey Farm

98%

(181)

19km from Castle Cary · 44 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Eco-friendly, campfire-friendly, family-friendly camping on the farm – plus Somerset's famous Wookey Hole caves on the doorstep

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£16

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Private Yurt Retreat Rewilded Land

3. Private Yurt Retreat Rewilded Land

97%

(19)

21km from Castle Cary · 1 unit

Year-round yurt stays in a private meadow on the Somerset Levels

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£81

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Ebborways Farm

4. Ebborways Farm

97%

(31)

22km from Castle Cary · 99 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Proper camping where everyone is welcome in Somerset’s Mendip Hills

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£10

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Holyrood Farm Campsite

5. Holyrood Farm Campsite

97%

(33)

24km from Castle Cary · 50 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Wild camping half a mile from Shaftesbury Spectacular views over the Blackmore Vale Campfires allowed As is the setting: small and secluded Holyrood Farm Campsite is in Dorset countryside overlooking the Blackmore Vale, within easy walking distance of the pubs and shops of Shaftesbury. It's close to several good footpaths for walking too. 10 minute walk to the famous Gold Hill.

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£25

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Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

6. Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

97%

(33)

25km from Castle Cary · 4 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly wild woodland camping in Dorset

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£30

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Loves Hill Camping

7. Loves Hill Camping

98%

(33)

26km from Castle Cary · 49 units · Tents, Motorhomes

A tents-only, dog-friendly site with campfires allowed in Somerset.

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£12

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Romantic Country Glamping

8. Romantic Country Glamping

92%

(12)

30km from Castle Cary · 2 units

A pair of self-contained glamping getaways in Wiltshire

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£110

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Benville Manor Camping

9. Benville Manor Camping

98%

(24)

30km from Castle Cary · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes

We set up our campsite to be a unique place where guests could be as close to nature as possible, while retaining some of the basic comforts of home. Think wildflower meadow with hot showers! We've gone for ultimate peace and tranquility, with a very limited number of pitches mown into the wildflowers with lots of space between. Our remote site is far from roads or light pollution, making for serene starry nights around the firepit. The camping meadow is bordered by woodlands, a small nature reserve, and the gardens of a stunning Tudor manor house, all of which you're free to explore. Nestled in a remote and picturesque corner of West Dorset, the campsite is within easy reach of some of the South West's most stunning spots, from world-famous fossil beaches to neolithic hill-forts.

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£13

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Camping5Acres

10. Camping5Acres

93%

(15)

33km from Castle Cary · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes

As you'd expect from a site with such a name, there's a whole lot of space in which to relax and explore at 5 Acres, a large grassy site in the Somerset Levels. Kids and dogs are both welcome on site here, and there's plenty of scope for them to run about and play games safely away from barbecues and campfires (which are also permitted to keep you warm and fed in the evenings). Facilities on site include firepits, a toilet and shower block and outdoor sinks with mains water. We no longer sell logs. Nearest supplier is Knight Bros Garage. Dogs must be kept on leads at all time. We class ourselves as a quite site so no amplified music. The premier pitch is fully enclosed so dogs can be let off the lead. There is a maximum of six people allowed on this pitch at any one time. Visitors are allowed as long as the total number of people doesn't exceed six and they are chargeable at the overnight rate and must leave by 18:00 - Sorry, had the envelope pushed a bit! Mains hook ups are 6Amp max rated. Pitches are approximately 16m x 16m. The flag, firepit and pitch number line up in the centre of your pitch. The surrounding Somerset Levels aren’t just out in the sticks – they also produce them. Willow cane has been cultivated the traditional way in this part of the county for hundreds of years and can be seen growing within a mile of 5 Acres. The Levels are also a wildlife haven, making them an all-round top choice for country walks along the many trails nearby. And while this may be a rural retreat, it's also one that's easy to get to as it's just off the A378 (no winding country lanes to negotiate for this one…) Taunton town centre, with its wide range of shops and supermarkets, is a 15-minute drive away. The closest pub and coffee shop are five minutes away by road.

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£12

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Pop Up Outwest

11. Pop Up Outwest

100%

(11)

33km from Castle Cary · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Back to basics, summer-only camping in a farmer’s field in Wiltshire

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£15

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Gurt Yurts

12. Gurt Yurts

100%

(23)

33km from Castle Cary · 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.

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£12

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Mendip Basecamp

13. Mendip Basecamp

95%

(43)

34km from Castle Cary · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Family-run, adventure-packed basecamp in the Mendip Hills, half an hour from Bristol

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£12

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Charisworth Farm

14. Charisworth Farm

97%

(99)

38km from Castle Cary · 12 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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Walnut Farm Glamping

15. Walnut Farm Glamping

97%

(39)

38km from Castle Cary · 7 units

Cosy en-suite yurts with acres of space, campfires, a hot tub and wild swimming on site.

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£116

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Hardyes Countryside Camping

16. Hardyes Countryside Camping

98%

(43)

40km from Castle Cary · 35 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Camping in a Dorset field between Dorchester and the Jurassic coast.

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£25

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Southover Wood and Camping

17. Southover Wood and Camping

95%

(100)

42km from Castle Cary · 15 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly wild camping in a vast Dorset woodland

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£12

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Hobby Farm

18. Hobby Farm

96%

(45)

42km from Castle Cary · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

A peaceful, adult-only campsite 10 minutes' from the Jurassic Coast

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£22

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Cottage Orne

19. Cottage Orne

100%

(12)

43km from Castle Cary · 1 unit

A cabin with views on a private country estate in Dorchester

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£152

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Flowerdew Farm

20. Flowerdew Farm

100%

(18)

97%

(31)

22km from Castle Cary · 99 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Proper camping where everyone is welcome in Somerset’s Mendip Hills

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£10

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Holyrood Farm Campsite

98%

(24)

30km from Castle Cary · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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£13

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Camping5Acres

10. Camping5Acres

93%

(15)

33km from Castle Cary · 12 units · Tents, Motorhomes

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£12

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Pop Up Outwest

11. Pop Up Outwest

100%

(11)

33km from Castle Cary · 33 units · Tents, Motorhomes

Back to basics, summer-only camping in a farmer’s field in Wiltshire

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£15

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Gurt Yurts

100%

(18)

44km from Castle Cary · 18 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

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

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£27

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Georgy

January 2026

With pets

Weekend Trip to Cottage Orne

We had a wonderful stay. We arrived quite late, yet Evie was incredibly kind and still met us in person, even helping us with our luggage, which we really appreciated. The farm setting was a highlight - we were free to roam around, feed the chickens, and our little toddler absolutely loved jumping on the trampoline. The cottage itself is beautifully secluded, giving us complete peace and privacy, and it truly had everything one could ask for, even a dishwasher in the kitchen. We especially enjoyed spending the evening by the firepit on the deck. If you love hiking, there are plenty of great trails in the area as well. Highly recommend and can’t wait for our next stay.

Sarah

January 2026

3 nights at Romantic Country Glamping

Absolute perfection! Everything anyone could need and fantastic hosts. Warm and snug even during freezing temperatures. Cannot wait to return.

Laura

November 2025

4 m Class B

1 night at Camping5Acres

A fab wee site with wonderfully innovative toilet and shower set up! Great location, views and value for money. Solid comms from the owners to help welcome you too. Will be back!

Geert

October 2025

5 m Class B

1 night at Hobby Farm

Beautiful spot. Clean sanitair. On walking distance there is a really nice pub with excellent food.

Scott

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Gurt Yurts

Tim was a superb host. Recommending lots of things to do and places to eat. The site was picturesque with great views of the sea! The trip was made even better with the fire to cook on. We will be going back. Thanks Tim for a great time.

Lee

September 2025

6 m Class B

Weekend Trip to Camping5Acres

Great small, tidy no fuss site, lots of sinks (almost one per pitch!) and friendly owner. Great value for solo travellers, as charged per person. A little noise from roads close by, but generally v.peaceful.

Molly

September 2025

Tent

1 night at Gurt Yurts

We really loved the area and Tim was amazing, so helpful and kind. Full of knowledge about the area and places to visit. Owners make the camping sometimes, but the views are breath taking. We both will be coming back. Great location 20 mins from cheddar.

Judith

September 2025

5 m car

With pets

Weekend Trip to Camping5Acres

The ground is flat! Each pitch is numbered (very spacious) with it's own firepit in front of you. Very well set out. I like the one way system, easy to follow. Toilets clean. Site was easy to find as well. There is no 'view' to speak of but you are in the countryside so trees, hedges, birdsong and the stars at night. The host is a lovely person to have a chat to as well.

Simon

September 2025

With pets

5 nights at Cottage Orne

If you're looking for a peaceful & private retreat, this hidden gem is the perfect place to stay. We were warmly welcomed by Evie and daughter as soon as we arrived, even though it was a very wet & windy evening. Cottage Orne is cosy & comfortable with great views. Only natural sounds were to be heard including owls. After a day out walking with the dog in the beautiful surrounding countryside, it was lovely to be able to return & sit out on the decking, relax and warm yourself around the firepit. The fairy lights added a magical touch. The fenced cottage garden is ideal for those with dogs and having the freedom to access the extensive grounds was an unexpected treat. What a great place - Thanks Evie & family xx

david

September 2025

5 m Class B

2 nights at Wookey Farm

I found Qookey Farm Campsite by accident but liked the sound of not, being close to Wells and Glastonbury. It's quite a find. Each pitch is spacious, with its own power source and refuse collection point. Toilets are close by - the only downside? No shower facility. I'd recommend it to anyone..

Katie

August 2025

Tent

With pets

4 nights at Hardyes Countryside Camping

A gorgeous quiet, laid back campsite - with beautiful views and a wonderful host! Chris went out of his way to help us with knowledge of the local area and was incredibly welcoming (and my daughter loved the treats he brought round every evening) Also some of the cleanest and nicest showers and toilets i've experienced camping!

nigel

August 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Charisworth Farm

I loved it really peaceful 10 minute drive to tesco and shops lots of space for children to play really nice farm animals horses and cows

Joana

August 2025

With kids

3 nights at Walnut Farm Glamping

Amazing stay with beautiful views. The tent is equipped with everything you need and beds are comfortable. The environment is very calm and pizza night really is a success, not only the pizza's are very nice but you get to know the other people staying - amazing if you have kids as they start playing together. We had an amazing time and would definitely return and recommend the stay.

Damian

August 2025

Tent

With kids

2 nights at Paddington Farm

This was good trip. The campsite is large and open so you can pick any spot you like. There is a place for a campfire in the middle of the field with some seats. There is drinking water on site and the toilets are very decent with toilet paper and soap provided. There is a shop where u can get wood, vegies, cold drinks and other bits (soft drinks only) The staff running the site are very friendly. There is showers on site with hot water and fairly good pressure. There is lots of green fields and a few local attractions. We did the Glastonbury Tor. I recommend doing it in the evening when the sun goes down. Be careful tho, it's quite steep so wear good shoes. On the farm itself you can see rabbits, lamas and goats. If you walk up the hill a bit you might see larga large herd of bulls who turned out to be very friendly (if you feed them some grass, but be careful, it's a bull). We were also lucky to see army planes and helicopters doing a very low fly by above the camping site. Very impressive. Overall we had a good time and it was a cheap little holiday.

Cameron

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Gurt Yurts

Camping at The Batch was a tranquil and relaxing experience for a short get-away over the bank holiday weekend. The area itself is great for anyone wanting to visit surrounding locations (such as Cheddar and Wells), but also for people wanting to unwind amongst some stunning views. The badminton court gave us great entertainment, and in the summer there’s a TON of dragonfly’s by the orchard so we set to the impossible challenge of getting a non blurry photo, but never succeeded. The fire pits made for some great BBQ’s and source of heat while stargazing too! However, the experience doesn’t stop at just the campsite itself. Tim takes great pride in maintaining the area and assisting everyone in anyway he can. From the offset he offered to help us move our equipment and to give us a tour of all on offer, including some fresh plums from his orchard! During pass by Tim would check in on us and ask how we were and what adventures we went on, but also to offer to help us with anything else we needed. It’s fair to say the amazing site was taken to the next level from Tim’s great hospitality and super character. I would highly recommend and will definitely set pitch again! Hopefully next time I’ll get some better photos of the dragonfly’s!

Hannah

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Camping5Acres

Perfect spot. Clean showers and toilets. Loads of water stations around site for easy access. Would come back!

The landscape around the campsite was really beautiful, which made for a great place to sit and enjoy the scenery or as a base to explore the surrounding countryside.

Duncan

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Holyrood Farm Campsite

Fantastic views over the valley. Clean toilet and showers. It was lovely and quiet and we could fully relax and unwind. A short walk into Shaftesbury where there are plenty of pubs and places to eat. We had a great time and will be back.

Ieva

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Holyrood Farm Campsite

Both me and my son absolutely loved our mini getaway, the campsite is such a hidden gem. You can travel by foot in the nearby area if you follow the public footpath as you leave the campsite, plenty of cafes, pubs and shops which is great! Also fire pits and wood available which is always a bonus, highly recommend this campsite to everyone and will be returning 😊 Jason was super helpful upon arrival too. Thanks for having us!

Steven

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

Beautiful site and wonderful hosts. Such a relaxing place to stay with pitches nicely far apart. Very private and peaceful. Thank you!

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!