Sweet Hill Farm

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Sea views from the pitches
Sea views from the pitches
Lovely visitors
Camping field
Views to portland bill lighthouse
Sunrise patch field
Amazing view from the back of a visitors camper
A view from one of the fields
Faraway field, with the views out to sea
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Lovely visitors
Camping field
Views to portland bill lighthouse

  • Back to basics farm-style stays on a Dorset site with sea views
  • On the edge of Southwell village; 10 minutes' drive from Chesil Beach
  • Equestrian activities available; half a mile to the pub or coast path
The long-gone folk who decided to call this patch Sweet Hill Farm were right on the money – with spectacular 180-degree seaside vistas, views over three lighthouses and next to no light pollution, this fine little farm site is a very appealing place to stay indeed. This family-friendly spot is on the tip of the Isle of Portland, a scenic outcrop off Dorset’s Jurassic Coast. Rollick around the island on foot, by bike or on horseback – the team who run Sweet Hill Farm also own an ace equestrian outfit next door, so get set for saddle-based trekking under their expert guidance. The pitches here have plenty of space between them and are set over various fab fields. The key phrase here is 'nearly wild', the 'nearly' part being a nod to the composting loos and cold water taps that make family hols here that little bit easier. Wild, though, it certainly is – birds of prey can often be spotted soaring overhead during the day, and it gets decidedly darker over here at night than it does on most of the mainland. Please note that there's no car parking by the pitches during busy periods and peak season. Cars will be parked in the field directly behind the camping areas and customers will have the use of a giant wheelbarrow to help move their gear from car to pitch. Hikers who want to tackle Portland’s stretch of the South West Coast Path in one fell swoop will come across the trail's distinctive yellow arrows about half a mile away. All that walking (or horse riding, fishing or swimming…) can be thirsty work, so you may be chuffed to find a pub in the local village, Southwell (10 minutes' walk).

Site type

Motorhome pitches 63
Tent pitches 63
Open now
Opens 20 March
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • A charge of £1.00 applies for the use of the shower.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 20 Mar to

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Reviews

9

Overall rating from 114 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Spectacular sceneryPeacefulWild camping

93% would recommend this site to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite boasts an exceptional location with stunning coastal views, offering direct access to scenic walking paths. Guests consistently praise the friendly staff and the peaceful, natural atmosphere. The on-site cafe is a popular feature, serving excellent bacon rolls and coffee. New shower blocks are noted as clean and modern, though some reviews mention the token system for showers and the basic nature of the portaloos. The site is highly recommended for its natural beauty and tranquil escape.

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Patrick H.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Specious pitches with great views. Friendly owners and staff. Great camp shop for anything one may have forgotten and also a pleasant restaurant / cafe with pub.

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It's what I assumed camper-vaning is all about.

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Thomas R.

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Liked I chose Sweet farm as it was closer to nature. I didn't want an identikit pitch carved out of the earth and next to someone else. I wanted a view, one that I could decide upon depending on where I parked the camper van. Sweet Hill farm is remote, the southern most tip of Portland. Very windy and being ensconced by the panels of the van, we only has the wind gently rocking us (Early April '26) which made for the remote and last person on earth feel I really wanted. The "Charles the 3rd costal path" runs right next to it so I was off on adventure down to the lighthouse anytime I wanted. Perfect. It's a working farm so expect to see activity.

Disliked Not much.

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Beautiful spot and very well equipped.…

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Anonymous

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Liked Beautiful spot and very well equipped. Super friendly staff and sauna was lovely. Would definitely come back.

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Excellent site

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Susan W.

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Liked Welcoming owner.great views. Very nice walk to portland bill lighthouse. Very quiet

Disliked Nothing

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Will book again

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Danielle C.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Lots of space, very friendly people, toilets were kept clean. Lovely location

Disliked Road works at the bottom of the hill, we were told we couldn't go back to the farm for a couple of hours after a long day out.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Loved staying here and will be back again! Thank you

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Hannah N.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Toilet facilities, warm showers, easy access to walking routes. Such a gorgeous site and everyone was warm and welcoming.

Disliked Toilets were a bit grim in the evenings but putting this down to bank holiday and the cleaning company arrived Monday morning.

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Would definitely use again and also th extra wellbeing facilities

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Karen D.

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Liked Spacious field , basic facilities as expected , lovely views and sunset added bonus was the little cafe on site and we also enjoyed the sauna , although small with 8 inside more ideally suited to 6 . Fantastic back to basics site and hosts were very friendly and helpful

Disliked 2of the 5 porta loos were completely unusable early on the Sunday morning because people stuffing whole toilet rolls down them and leaving in a mess ! Not sure what time of day they get checked

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Peaceful site, level pitches. I’d definitely stay again.

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Liz Y.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked I could park up where I wanted but in an allocated field. This is a relaxed site, the most peaceful one I’ve stayed in. The pitches were level. Views of the sea.
I didn’t use the facilities as everything’s in the van that I need but I had a wander round and was shown the Wellness Centre which looked awesome.

Disliked Nothing.

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Emma B.

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Liked Views

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Beverley Anne S.

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Liked The location was great for walking along the coastal path.
Friendly check in.

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Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe 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 Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise 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 Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Level site, no steep slopes

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Location

Sweet Hill Farm

Sweet Hill Road

Portland

Dorset

England

DT5 2DS

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.52772°N
2.44865°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.7 mi Marks and Spencer
12.5 mi South Station
18.5 mi Red Lion
Rail
6.1 mi Weymouth Rail Station
8.4 mi Upwey Rail Station
12.6 mi Dorchester South Rail Station
Ferry
5.6 mi Weymouth Ferry Terminal
23.6 mi Poole Ferry Terminal
24 mi Poole Quay Ferry Landing

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

OK folks, it's time to come clean – there's a road bridge between the Isle of Portland and the mainland, meaning that any boat trips you make while here will be purely optional. That said, you can't go far wrong with a sailing jaunt around Weymouth Bay – head to Portland harbour (10 minutes' drive) to set sail on an organised yacht cruise, or, if you’ve got some experience, to charter a vessel of your own. While hanging around the northern part of the island, swing by historic sites like Portland Castle and Castletown D-Day Centre (both 10 minutes), or make your way to Chesil Beach (10 minutes), a rather rugged stretch of shingle that runs for miles alongside the gorgeous Fleet lagoon. Beaches more suitable for bathing include Church Ope Cove (five minutes' drive or half an hour on foot), a secluded cove overlooked by the ruins of Rufus Castle. Weymouth (25 minutes' drive) has bigger and sandier beaches that are well-suited to those bucket and spade days.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Church Ope Cove 1.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Portland Harbour Sandsfoot Castle 4.6 mi Sea N/AGoodExcellentGood
Portland Harbour Castle Cove 4.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentN/AN/A
Weymouth Central 6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Weymouth Lodmoor 6.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Radipole Lake Nature Reserve 6.1 mi

Weymouth Sea Life Park and Marine Sanctuary 6.8 mi

Lulworth Heritage Centre 10.7 mi

Abbotsbury Swannery 11.3 mi

Lulworth Castle & Park 13 mi

National Trust

Max Gate 12.6 mi

Hardy's Cottage 14.2 mi

Clouds Hill 15.7 mi

Corfe Castle 18.7 mi

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 23.2 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Around the Island of Portland 1.1 mi

RADIPOLE LAKE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/10/1990) 6.5 mi

Lodmoor Nature Reserve - Littlemoor - Preston 6.9 mi

LODMOOR (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 25/11/2004) 7.2 mi

Nottington - Upwey - Broadwey 8 mi

Local events

  • Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Wareham, Dorset 13 mi

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday, 5 September 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026)

    Dorchester, Dorset 13.5 mi

  • Tankfest (Friday, 26 June 2026 – Friday, 26 June 2026)

    Wareham, Dorset 14.6 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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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Sweet Hill Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Sweet Hill Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Sweet Hill Farm? OK folks, it's time to come clean – there's a road bridge between the Isle of Portland and the mainland, meaning that any boat trips you make while here will be purely … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Sweet Hill Farm?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Sweet Hill Farm? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.