Mangerton Lake

Pod on the far side of the lake (added by manager 28 Jun 2023)

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  • Working farm site with a coarse fishing lake in a Dorset valley
  • Under 15 minutes’ drive from three beaches; 20 minutes from Charmouth
  • Firepits to hire; walk to pubs and shops; fishing included in the stay
No need to wish upon a shooting star for a Dorset getaway with a fishing lake on site and Jurassic Coast Beaches a short drive away – it’s right here at Mangerton Lake. Overlooking the Mangerton valley coarse fishing lake, the working farm site has valley and lake views you’ll have a hard time forgetting (not to mention the lovely sounds of the spring bubbling and fish jumping). The farm is in one of Dorset’s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, so hikers can make good use of the country footpaths accessible directly from the site. Anglers are likely to be just as cheerful, as fishing is included in the stay and the lake is well-stocked with carp, roach and tench. A keen explorer at heart? Then, you’ll be in your element. The Jurassic Coast is within striking distance – three of its beaches are under 15 minutes’ drive away, including Hive Beach in Burton Bradstock, West Bay and Eype beach. Charmouth, one of many famed local fossil hunting spots, is 20 minutes’ drive away. And what about getting a taste of the lush Dorset produce? Two pubs are within 15 minutes’ walk of Mangerton Lake. There are some fab restaurants, cafés and pubs around this area – you’ll soon be raving about them after a visit to the historic market town of Bridport, five minutes’ drive away. Its antique shops and vintage markets are popular too, and rightly so. When you get back to the site, stop by the wash hut, which has shared toilets, showers and a washing-up room. As the sun dips down, you may want to hire a firepit from the site for a small fee, along with logs and charcoal.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Tent pitches 1
Open now

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed, 1 Mar 2023 to

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Features

No dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Lake and/or mountain

Luxury

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Location

Mangerton Lake

Mangerton Lane

Bradpole

Bridport

Dorset

England

DT6 3SF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.75007°N
-2.73185°W

Nearest transport

Coach
1.8 mi Coach Station
13.2 mi South Station
14 mi Yeovil Bus Station
Rail
7.4 mi Maiden Newton Rail Station
8.8 mi Crewkerne Rail Station
10.6 mi Chetnole Rail Station
Ferry
15.8 mi Weymouth Ferry Terminal
29.4 mi Bridgwater Ferry Terminal

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

No doubt some of you will be itching to rummage for fossils along the Jurassic Coast. If you’re new to the game, there’s a heritage centre in Charmouth (20 minutes’ drive) which will happily host you a fossil hunting walk or expedition. Charmouth beach is a good starting point before heading onto Lyme Regis (25 minutes). Charmouth and Lyme Regis are dreamy spots for walks too, whether it’s a stroll over the coastal path or around the clifftop Golden Cap (15 minutes) estate. Anglers can switch up the on-site lake for a spot of sea fishing in Lyme Bay too. You’re likely to catch sight of plenty of Dorset wildlife on your wanderings, but if you’re looking for something a little more interactive for the kids, Axe Valley Wildlife Park (half an hour) runs animal handling sessions with its small, furry creatures.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
West Bay (West) 3.1 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Eypemouth 3.3 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Hive 3.7 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Seatown 4.5 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Charmouth West 7.6 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Mapperton House & Gardens 3.2 mi

Abbotsbury Swannery 8.5 mi

Montacute House 13.9 mi

Hardy's Birthplace 15 mi

Radipole Lake Nature Reserve 15.1 mi

National Trust

Max Gate 13.8 mi

Montacute House 13.9 mi

Shute Barton 14.5 mi

Loughwood Meeting House 14.5 mi

Hardy's Cottage 15 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

DOWNE HALL 1.4 mi

MAPPERTON HOUSE 3.2 mi

Lower Seatown - Seatown - Chideock - Eype 3.2 mi

PARNHAM 3.5 mi

West Bay 3.8 mi

Local events

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday 7 September 2024 – Saturday 7 September 2024)

    Dorchester, Dorset 13.5 mi

  • Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday 19 July 2024 – Friday 19 July 2024)

    Dorchester, Dorset 19 mi

  • Tankfest (Friday 28 June 2024 – Friday 28 June 2024)

    Wareham, Dorset 21.7 mi

  • Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday 2 August 2024 – Friday 2 August 2024)

    Sidmouth, Devon 22.6 mi

  • Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday 25 July 2024 – Thursday 25 July 2024)

    Wareham, Dorset 24.2 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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