Dorothy Goes Glamping

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Bell tent among the trees

  • Off-grid glamping site in secluded Somerset countryside near Yeovil
  • A 40-minutes drive to the Cerne Giant, and Glastonbury half an hour
  • Gas stoves and hot tubs on site; pub and shop within 10 minutes’ drive
Exclusive in location and yet hugely inclusive in style, Dorothy Goes Glamping is tucked away in secluded countryside near Yeovil in Somerset. With a remit to be welcoming to guests of all persuasions, the secluded woodland pitches offer an off-grid, eco-friendly break and the chance to disconnect from technology. Hen parties, stag weekends, couples on loved-up date nights – all are welcome here (along with their dogs, of course). Accommodation is in a range of glamping pods, with luxurious extras including hot tubs (book in advance; extra charges apply) heated by woodfired burners, proper beds and a vintage trunk for storing your stuff away. A welcome hamper contains cutlery, crockery and mugs as well as washing-up utensils. Separate shower and toilets blocks are steps away from the pods – but remember to pack a torch as there’s no light after dark. Thanks to that lack of light, you can take in the starry sky and you might also get to see deer and badgers flitting around after dark. How to keep fed and watered? Outside each lodging is a barbecue (wood and coal can be bought on site if needed) and picnic bench for cosy nights around the firepit, plus a two-burner gas stove for outdoor cooking and dining. Pick up basics at the handy shop in Queen Camel (10 minutes’ drive) for mealtimes, or head to the pub in Sparkford (five minutes) instead.

Site type

Rent a tent 11
Tent pitches 5
Open now
Opens 22 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed 22 Apr to

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub 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 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Forest 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 Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Dorothy Goes Glamping

Woodlands Escape

South Barrow

Yeovil

Somerset

England

BA22 7LR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.05445°N
2.56184°W

Nearest transport

Coach
7.4 mi Coldharbour
7.4 mi Greenhill
7.5 mi Queens Head
Rail
3.6 mi Castle Cary Rail Station
6.4 mi Bruton Rail Station
7.3 mi Templecombe Rail Station
Ferry
19.7 mi Bridgwater Ferry Terminal
27.2 mi The Cottage Ferry Landing
27.3 mi Nova Scotia Ferry Landing
Airport
23.9 mi Bristol International 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

The cool galleries and indie shops of Bruton (20 minutes’ drive) are worth a morning’s snoop, while mellow-stone Castle Cary (10 minutes) has a great Tuesday food market. Yeovil is the spot for a big night out in pubs, and Glastonbury (both half an hour) turns up shops selling joss sticks and jewellery, as well as the atmospheric abbey. Exploring around the site takes you to the crumbling, hilltop Cadbury Castle (10 minutes) for spectacular views over Somerset. More hiking trails lead to the colossal, chalk Cerne Giant (40 minutes) sprawled across a hillside and off uncertain heritage. The Wessex Ridgeway (45 minutes) also passes a multitude of neolithic and Iron Age monuments that are free to explore on your hiking adventures. Closer to home and coming up to date, the Haynes International Motor Museum (five minutes) has a nostalgic mix of vintage Bentleys, F1 cars and bikes, while virtual-reality flights in an iconic Concorde and a collection of World War II fighter planes make the Fleet Air Arm Museum (10 minutes) a must-see too.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Berrow North Of Unity Farm 25.2 mi Estuary N/AExcellentGoodGood
Eypemouth 25.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Bay (West) 25.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seatown 25.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hive 25.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Haynes International Motor Museum 0.9 mi

Fleet Air Arm Museum 4.3 mi

Glastonbury Tor 8.6 mi

Clarks Village 9.3 mi

Glastonbury Abbey 9.3 mi

National Trust

Lytes Cary Manor 5 mi

West Pennard Court Barn 6.5 mi

Tintinhull Garden 8.6 mi

Montacute House 9.8 mi

Stourhead 11 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

HAZLEGROVE HOUSE 1.4 mi

Cadbury Castle - Beacon Hill - Corton Denham - Cadbury Castle 2.5 mi

LYTES CARTY 4.8 mi

Baltonsborough - West Lydford - Southwood - Baltonsborough 5.6 mi

REDLYNCH PARK 6.2 mi

Local events

  • Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday, 23 June 2027 – Wednesday, 23 June 2027)

    Glastonbury, Somerset 7.3 mi

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

    Dorchester, Dorset 23.7 mi

  • Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday, 7 August 2026 – Friday, 7 August 2026)

    Bristol, Greater Bristol 27.3 mi

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

    Wareham, Dorset 28.5 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Dorothy Goes Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Dorothy Goes Glamping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Dorothy Goes Glamping? The cool galleries and indie shops of Bruton (20 minutes’ drive) are worth a morning’s snoop, while mellow-stone Castle Cary (10 minutes) has a great Tuesday food market. Yeovil is the spot … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Dorothy Goes Glamping?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Dorothy Goes Glamping? From £20 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.