Purbeck Valley Farmhouse
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- Family-run farm site with fab Corfe Castle and Purbeck Hills views
- Spacious pitches a 10-minute drive from Swanage and Wareham
- A five-minute walk to Harman’s Cross steam railway train station
Site type
40
40
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri 1 May to
Pitch types & availability
2 
Reviews
95% would recommend this site to a friend
92% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a spacious, peaceful farm campsite offering excellent value and a great base for exploring Purbeck. Visitors highlight the stunning views, generous pitch sizes, and convenient location with easy access to Corfe Castle and public transport. Facilities, though basic, are generally found to be clean and well-maintained, with particular praise for the hot showers. Some minor points of feedback include sloping pitches and occasional road noise, though many find the overall experience highly enjoyable and return visits are common.
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Amazing facilities and campsite
Disliked None
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Very beautiful…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Very beautiful
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Liked the location very much, great…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Liked the location very much, great views of Corfe Castle.
The space was great and you can pretty much park wherever you like.
The showers and toilets were clean.
Disliked Most of the site is on a steep hill. The shower was so hot it wasn’t possible to stay under it for more than a few seconds at a time.
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Basic but perfect for a few quiet nights away
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Space
Footpath through the Common to Corfe
Disliked Showers very basic but warm - don't let this put you off!
Busy main road near the site so not great for cycling nearby although lots of routes in the vicinity on quieter roads.
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Quiet site, good facilities - especially…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Quiet site, good facilities - especially the warm showers
Disliked Nothing
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Three giant fields, meaning there was…
Non-electric grass motorhome pitch
Liked Three giant fields, meaning there was lots of space and it almost felt like wild camping. We liked the proximity to Harman's Cross railway Station. Across the fields it took us approx. 25-30min to walk there.
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Excellent site with facilities to match though disappointing view...
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great facilities, very clean and maintained and well located, only a few minutes from Corfe Castle and slightly further for the rest of the Jurassic Coast. Provided a good starting location for a scenic bike ride too! You can choose where you pitch up on the (huge) field meaning you can be as close or far from others.
Disliked The promotional images feature a stunning view of the Castle and the steam train rolling through the hills... but don't be fooled. This is only seen from the motorhome field, with no facilities, and cannot be seen from the tent field. Quite a disappointment to be honest. The only other thing was there is only cold water from the washing up taps, though the showers are meters away to grab a bucket of warm water.
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Great location, plenty of space even…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great location, plenty of space even though we got nearly the last pitch, very reasonable price to have flushing loos, basins with water and soap, showers and washing up facilities basic but clean and lit at night
Disliked Nothing
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Plenty of space, lovely views, close…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Plenty of space, lovely views, close to Corfe Castle, lovely and quiet. Good showers with hot water, toilet facilities with plenty of paper.
Perfect for us.
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Excellent site, perfect for families.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked We spent a wonderful weekend at Purbeck Valley campsite. There were quite a few people but the site is spacious so there's plenty of room between pitches. It is a lovely quite site so perfect for families. The facilities are clean and well maintained - just make sure you showered before sunset as there are no lights! We pitched west facing and could watch that glorious sunsets over the hills. On a clear night there are more stars than we have ever seen before, well worth getting up to watch the shooting stars in August. There's plenty to do within a short drive in every direction, or just relax on site. We really enjoyed our stay and hoping to return again next year.
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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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available 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 No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyLocation
Purbeck Valley Farmhouse
Valley Road
Corfe Castle
Wareham
Dorset
England
BH20 5HU
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.62623°N
2.0397°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanage Central | 3.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Kimmeridge Bay | 4.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Studland Knoll House | 4.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Shell Bay North | 5.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Harbour Lake | 6.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Corfe Castle 1.2 mi
Swanage Railway 3.7 mi
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 4 mi
Brownsea Island 5.6 mi
Lulworth Castle & Park 7.5 mi
National Trust
Corfe Castle 1.1 mi
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 4.1 mi
Brownsea Island 5.6 mi
Clouds Hill 11.2 mi
White Mill 12.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Corfe - Nine Barrows Down - Swanage 1.2 mi
The Purbecks - Castle and Coastal 1.4 mi
Corfe - East Creech - West Hill 1.4 mi
West From Corfe Castle 1.4 mi
Norden - Scotland - Blue Pool - Corfe 1.6 mi
Local events
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)
Wareham, Dorset 7.4 mi
- Tankfest (Friday, 26 June 2026 – Friday, 26 June 2026)
Wareham, Dorset 10.1 mi
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, 5 September 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026)
Dorchester, Dorset 18.2 mi
- New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 28 July 2026 – Tuesday, 28 July 2026)
Brockenhurst, Hampshire 24.9 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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Frequently asked questions
- Does Purbeck Valley Farmhouse have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Purbeck Valley Farmhouse dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Purbeck Valley Farmhouse? If you’re in Dorset for a beach break but fancy seeking out quieter shores than the particularly popular Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove (half an hour’s drive), check out Winspit Quarry, Seacombe … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Purbeck Valley Farmhouse?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Purbeck Valley Farmhouse? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.