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Mapperton Camps

Luxury bell tents set a secluded hilltop on a Dorset country estate
Easy walk to Mapperton House; 15 minutes’ drive to the Jurassic Coast
Spectacular walks on site and in the local area

Located in the spectacular Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with views over the hills to the sea beyond, Mapperton Camps is a peaceful spot where you can reconnect with nature in some considerable style. If you like your home comforts, you’re certainly in the right spot here. Each bell tent is kitted out with a hand-built king-size bed, Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels. There’s a woodburner for chillier evenings, and a firepit outside for camp-side cooking and extra warmth. All the utensils you need for cooking and washing up are provided – as well as a starter pack of fresh eggs, milk and bread – if you have the odd rainy day, that’s no problem as board games and books are also part of the deal. You can stay in touch with the outside world thanks to a strong 4G mobile signal, and each tent also has its own compost lavatory, hot shower unit and cool box. This exclusive little glamping spot is based at Coltleigh, a 200-acre area on the gorgeous Mapperton Estate that is being re-wilded. A small herd of White Park cattle – an ancient and rare English breed – now roam the local pasture, and you can explore on footpaths and hopefully spot a profusion of birds, butterflies and wildflowers. A short amble down the hill from the camping field brings you to the Coach House Café at the Jacobean-style Mapperton House and Gardens (glamping guests can visit the house for free) and there are also several outstanding pubs and restaurants within a 10-minute drive.

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Nearby sites that are bookable on Pitchup.com

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

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 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 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

Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Mapperton Camps

Mapperton

Beaminster

Dorset

England

DT8 3NR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.79268°N
2.71623°W

Nearest transport

Coach

4.6 mi Coach Station

11 mi Yeovil Bus Station

13.5 mi South Station

Rail

6.2 mi Crewkerne Rail Station

6.5 mi Maiden Newton Rail Station

8.1 mi Chetnole Rail Station

Ferry

17.3 mi Weymouth Ferry Terminal

27 mi Bridgwater Ferry Terminal

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

Local attractions and activities include: - Mapperton Estate (walks, free tickets with your stay): on site - Dorset AONB: site in the park - Beaminster (skate park, shops and pubs): 10 minutes’ drive - Jurassic Coast: 15 minutes - Bridport (market and shops): 15 minutes - Golf: 15 minutes - Hive Beach: 20 minutes - Lyme Regis: 30 minutes - Axe Valley Wildlife Park: 35 minutes - Chesil Beach: 40 minutes

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
West Bay (West)	6.1 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Eypemouth	6.1 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Hive	6.7 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Seatown	6.8 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Charmouth West	9.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Mapperton House & Gardens 0.4 mi

Abbotsbury Swannery 10.5 mi

Montacute House 11 mi

Hardy's Birthplace 14.9 mi

Fleet Air Arm Museum 15.7 mi

National Trust

Montacute House 10.9 mi

Tintinhull Garden 12.6 mi

Barrington Court 13.3 mi

Max Gate 14.1 mi

Hardy's Cottage 14.9 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

MAPPERTON HOUSE 0.5 mi

PARNHAM 1.3 mi

BEAMINSTER MANOR 1.5 mi

DOWNE HALL 4.3 mi

Eggardon Hill and Powerstock 4.3 mi

Local events

Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, Dorset 13.6 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.

Payment terms

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

Does Mapperton Camps have a swimming pool? No View all features
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What attractions are near Mapperton Camps? Local attractions and activities include: - Mapperton Estate (walks, free tickets with your stay): on site - Dorset AONB: site in the park - Beaminster (skate park, shops and pubs): 10 minutes’ … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Mapperton Camps?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Depart by: 10 a.m.

Read more