Zambuka Campsite
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- Peaceful adults-only farm site one mile from the Jurassic coast
- A 10-minute drive from Durdle Door; 15 minutes from Weymouth
- Walking distance from the South West Coast Path and a dog-friendly pub
Site type
10
10
10
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).- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Electricity is metered on site at £0.49 per kWh and must be paid at check-out. From 01 October to 31 March, the hot water will only be on between 8am and 10am.
Languages spoken
English
Adults only
Reviews
Overall rating from 161 Pitchup.com customers 
View breakdown
86% would recommend this site to a friend
81% would stay here again
Bring levelling blocks.
Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked The view.
Disliked Site not very level, some dangerous unfenced slopes on pitch edges so be careful at night and when parking up. Mobile phone signal poor as site is in a valley, no wifi offered. Showers, Toilets, and floors not that clean on arrival or cleaned during our stay, not filthy but not many campers using the site when we were staying. Open topped sanitary bins in unisex toilets not emptied and site bin needed emptying as it was very smelly and too close to some of the pitches. Access to a freezer for freezing ice packs would have been helpful for us (but others may not need this as there are electric hook ups on every pitch).
Expensive for what it is, in a nice location but could be much nicer with a little more effort.
Highly recommend this site but hoping it won’t become too popular!!
Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Views were beautiful, and the loos, showers and wash-ip facilities were perfect. Lovely walk to the pub; the Smugglers Inn, for a beer and then on to Ringstead.
100pc recommend
Disliked Just the rain on Saturday afternoon
Very clean and tidy site well laid out…
Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Very clean and tidy site well laid out
Amazing place to stay for the night. Everything was perfect.
Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked The view was spectacular.
A very quiet and peaceful place.
Very clean and tidy.
Perfectly small.
Excellent showers and toilets.
Disliked Hard to get hold of the owner, but that's down to the bad mobile signal. Understandable.
Excellecent stay
Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Clean tidy and quiet and the veiw made it worth while
Disliked No wifi and no phone signal until you get of the campsite and down the road despite being told you do when both of us didt
Relaxed site with amazing sea and countryside views, clean facilities
Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Fantastic view, decent facilities
Disliked Bit of road noise
Peaceful, views…
Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Peaceful, views
Disliked Disorganised pitching and lack of anyone to speak to about any problems or queries.
Clean facilities, great views let down by non marked pitches.
Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Amazing views, peaceful site.
Disliked Disorganised regarding pitches and electric hook up ran out.
Fantastic views. As long as you are happy to walk a short distance…
Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Fantastic views.
As long as you are happy to walk a short distance on the main road the coastal 9path is close by and the Smugglers inn is fantastic.
Great facilities, loos, showers and washing up space.
Beautifully located level site on the amazing Dorset coast.
Electric optional hardstanding and grass pitch
Liked Sea view & proximity to Ringstead. Nice level site with simple clean & tidy facilities. You cannot beat this area of Dorset and the walking around here is immense.
Disliked Some traffic noise from A353 was to be expected but not too obtrusive. On the day of our visit there wasn't hot water for showers etc but no discount offered for current or future stay to compensate ... but cold water showers are good for you yeah?
Features
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 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
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Zambuka Campsite
Osmington
Dorset
England
DT3 6EZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.64976°N
2.37421°W
Route directions
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ringstead Bay | 1.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bowleaze Cove | 2.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Weymouth Lodmoor | 3.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Weymouth Central | 4.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Durdle Door West | 4.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Weymouth Sea Life Park and Marine Sanctuary 3.6 mi
Radipole Lake Nature Reserve 4.4 mi
Hardy's Birthplace 5.6 mi
Lulworth Heritage Centre 5.8 mi
The Tank Museum 6.5 mi
National Trust
Max Gate 4.6 mi
Hardy's Cottage 5.6 mi
Clouds Hill 7.1 mi
Corfe Castle 13.9 mi
White Mill 17.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Osmington Mills - Ringstead - Upton 1 mi
Ringstead Bay - Chaldon Down - Ringstead Bay 1.4 mi
South Down NT Car Park - Scratchy Bottom 1.4 mi
South Down Car Park - White Horse Hill - Osmington - Osmington Mill - Ringstead - South Down CP 1.5 mi
Ringstead - Osmington Mills - Osmington Walk 1.5 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, Dorset 5.5 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
Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Zambuka Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Zambuka Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Zambuka Campsite? Walks over the Jurassic coast are particularly splendid around here, and especially across Chesil Beach (25 minutes’ drive). At 18 miles long, feel free to take on a short stretch or tackle … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Zambuka Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Zambuka Campsite? From £35 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.