Holyrood Farm Campsite
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- Wild camping half a mile from Shaftesbury
- Spectacular views over the Blackmore Vale
- Campfires allowed
Site type
54
3
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- 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).
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 18 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass campervan pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Avg 10.0m width x 8.0m depth (32.8ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 1 night, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Avg 10.0m width x 8.0m depth (32.8ft width x 26.2ft depth) Calculated area: 80.0m² (861.1ft²)
Arrival daysFrom £20 1 night, 2 adults
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Reviews
Voted 81% of visitors View breakdown
would recommend this site to a friend
would stay here again
Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.
Amazing site with cracking views - good pubs within walking distance!
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Liked: Love this site and its "back to basics" mentality. Jason is really laid back and checks in on arrival and then leaves you to it. He's super responsive to text messages - we asked him for a firepit and logs and he came back almost immediately and then delivered them straight to our tent.
Showers are warm and the toilets are clean!
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would recommend especially for cycling
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Liked: Relaxed nature, availability, location, friendly staff, good and clean facilitates
Disliked: no hot water to do washing up in
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Relaxed and friendly campsite with beautiful views. Basic but clean facilities with…
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Liked: Relaxed and friendly campsite with beautiful views. Basic but clean facilities with hot showers. Short walk to Shaftesbury. Lovely stay.
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The panoramic views of the Blackmore Vale were absolutely stunning. Easy…
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Liked: The panoramic views of the Blackmore Vale were absolutely stunning. Easy walk into Shaftesbury along a footpath.
Peaceful, unpretentious site, with lots of space. Very friendly and accommodating owner, Jason. Thank you.
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Good, relaxed site.
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Liked: The laid back atmosphere and amazing views. This was our second visit to this site, Jason is really friendly and helpful, the site is basic but it has everything you need.
We will be back.
Disliked: Hot waters is needed in the washing up area
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Lovely place to stay
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Liked: The site is well maintained and although basic the facilities are adequate. The views are spectacular and in easy walking distance of the town.
Disliked: Could do with an additional male toilet.
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Could park where you wanted. Lovely welcome by jason tne farmer. Views…
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Liked: Could park where you wanted. Lovely welcome by jason tne farmer. Views amazing . Short walk to village life
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Lovely relaxed site the owner very welcoming!…
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Liked: Lovely relaxed site the owner very welcoming!
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A little hidden treasure.
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Liked: Freedom, space and peaceful surroundings.
Ease to book, great price, self pick pitches.
Beautiful scenary, clean toilets & hot showers.
Hire a fire pit and wood delivered - super.
Disliked: Not being able to camp more often - due to work commitments.
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Great quiet campsite within 15min walk from lovely little Shaftesbury
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Liked: Peaceful, great location, hot showers, friendly welcome from Jason.
Disliked: Amenities were a bit basic, but functional.
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Features
Pop-up campsite
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 WatersportsAmenities 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Large (51-200 pitches) Pop-up campsiteNearby leisure
Cycling nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
Holyrood Farm Campsite
Gascoignes Lane
St James
Shaftesbury
Dorset
England
SP7 0NA
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.99825°N
-2.19545°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole Harbour Rockley Sands | 20.4 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Harbour Lake | 21 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Branksome Chine | 23.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bournemouth Alum Chine | 23.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bournemouth Durley Chine | 23.8 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Stourhead House and Garden 9.3 mi
Longleat 13.5 mi
Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 14.6 mi
Wilton House 15.7 mi
Haynes International Motor Museum 16.1 mi
National Trust
Stourhead 9.2 mi
Philipps House and Dinton Park 10.8 mi
Little Clarendon 11 mi
White Mill 14.6 mi
Kingston Lacy 14.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Shaftesbury – Kingsettle Wood – Motcombe - Shaftesbury 0.8 mi
Duncliffe Wood 2.9 mi
The Donheads - Wincombe - Gutch Common - Barkers Hill 3.7 mi
Donhead St Andrew and the Wardour Castles 3.7 mi
Win Green and Tollard Royal 3.8 mi
Local events
- Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday 25 June 2025 – Wednesday 25 June 2025)
Glastonbury, Somerset 20.3 mi
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, Dorset 21.5 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.
Offers
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- Does Holyrood Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Holyrood Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
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Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Holyrood Farm Campsite? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.