The Wellness Woods

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View of the firepit shelter through the trees (added by manager 12 Jun 2023)

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  • Relaxing woodland glamping site exclusively for couples
  • A mile south of Tolpuddle; half an hour's drive from Ringstead Bay
  • Luxurious bell tent with carpets, chandelier and a private firepit
Described by its owners as a mossy clearing hidden among rhododendron flowers, The Wellness Woods is a relaxing retreat with a single bell tent that's designed exclusively for couples. Located in a forested area of central Dorset, the site sits about a mile to the south of the historic village of Tolpuddle and is within half an hour's drive of the spectacular Jurassic Coast. The spacious bell tent on offer here comes smartly kitted out with a large bed and lots of soft furnishings and carpets. Decoration like a chandelier add to the luxurious vibe, while lanterns outside create a cosy feeling in the evening. This is a pretty off-grid location and is all about connecting to nature – hence the site's very own woodland altar – but it does have access to a small private car park, a basic but clean composting toilet and a bucket-style camp shower. There's also rustic outdoor furniture and a firepit – you can either bring your own logs or order some from the site before you arrive. The Wellness Woods is about a mile from the nearest pub and restaurant – handy for those times when you're not feeling self-catering over an open fire.

Site type

Rent a tent 1
Tent pitches 1
Open all year

Languages spoken

English

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Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

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

Adults only

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Forest

Wild camping

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

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Location

The Wellness Woods

Southover Lane

Affpuddle

Dorchester

Dorset

England

DT2 7HF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.73561°N
-2.29973°W

Route directions

When you reach Southover Woods, continue along the track past the sign that says 'Wellness Woods large car park'. Follow the signs for The Wellness Woods until you reach the bottom of the hill and see the parking bay signposted 'disabled parking' or 'Wellness Woods car park'. This is your private car park, close to your pitch.

Nearest transport

Coach
6.3 mi South Station
9 mi Post Office
9 mi Red Lion
Rail
2.5 mi Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station
5.1 mi Wool Rail Station
6.3 mi Dorchester South Rail Station
Ferry
11 mi Weymouth Ferry Terminal
13.6 mi Poole Ferry Terminal
13.9 mi Poole Quay Ferry Landing
Airport
20.7 mi Bournemouth International Airport

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

The Tolpuddle area is famous for the Tolpuddle Martyrs, a group of men convicted of trying to engage in collective bargaining for better wages in the 1830s and exiled to Australia. You can find out more about the six local men and their significance at the small museum in the village. Under 10 minutes away by car, Athelhampton House and Gardens has a large Tudor mansion and gorgeous grounds to explore at your leisure – there's also a good café here if you fancy some light refreshment. Another popular stately home in the area is Kingston Lacy (30 minutes), a National Trust-managed property with a Victorian fernery, sunken garden and a fine collection of roses. If natural landscapes are what you've come here to see, head south to Ringstead Bay (half an hour), or marvel at the huge natural limestone arch at Durdle Door beach (also half an hour). The rolling hills, brilliant beaches and untouched woodlands of the Isle of Purbeck peninsula are also within reach (30 minutes), as are the wildlife havens Poole Harbour and Brownsea Island (half an hour's drive to Poole followed by a short ferry ride).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Ringstead Bay 7.6 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Durdle Door West 7.9 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Durdle Door East 7.9 mi Sea N/A Excellent N/A Excellent
Lulworth Cove 8.4 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Bowleaze Cove 8.7 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

The Tank Museum 3.7 mi

Hardy's Birthplace 4 mi

Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 4.5 mi

Lulworth Castle & Park 7.8 mi

Lulworth Heritage Centre 8.3 mi

National Trust

Clouds Hill 2.4 mi

Hardy's Cottage 4 mi

Max Gate 5.7 mi

White Mill 11.5 mi

Corfe Castle 12.6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

ATHELHAMPTON 1.4 mi

Clouds Hill - Moreton 2.7 mi

Beacon Hill - Hardy's Cottage - Stinsford - Beacon Hill 2.8 mi

WATERSTON MANOR 3.5 mi

Higher Bockhampton - Puddletown Forest 4 mi

Local events

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

    Dorchester, Dorset 1 mi

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

    Wareham, Dorset 3.8 mi

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

    Dorchester, Dorset 5.6 mi

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

    Wareham, Dorset 7.9 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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Great spot in the nature…

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
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  • What attractions are near The Wellness Woods? The Tolpuddle area is famous for the Tolpuddle Martyrs, a group of men convicted of trying to engage in collective bargaining for better wages in the 1830s and exiled to Australia. You … Read more
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    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2:30 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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