Travellers Rest Glamping
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- Restored gypsy caravans 15 minutes’ drive from Shaftesbury, Wiltshire
- Salisbury Cathedral half an hour and Stonehenge 40 minutes
- Adults-only site in a dark skies reserve five minutes’ walk from a pub
Looking for an adults-only West Country camping break? For something that bit different, try Travellers Rest Glamping, five minutes’ drive from Berwick St John in Wiltshire, where accommodation is in authentic 18th-century gypsy caravans. There are stunning views over the downs and ancient woodlands of Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs National Landscape from the pitches, and – even better – you’ll get to meet the gorgeous Percheron heavy horses Romulus and Remus while on site.
Each traditionally painted wagon has been sympathetically restored inside and out with original ceiling murals, fixtures and fittings. All come with a bogrács (traditional cauldron) for cooking and a firepit, ideal for evenings spent under the stars as you cook your meals.
Not a fan of alfresco cooking? Sample local hospitality at the nearest inn – a mere five minutes’ walk – or try other inns within 10 minutes’ drive. There’s also traditional scrumpy to taste at Cranborne Chase Cider (20 minutes).
Practical facilities include eco-friendly hot showers, composting loos and a washing-up station designed with sustainability in mind. The site is also monitored 24/7 for crime prevention and safety. There are walks and bike rides aplenty across Cranborne Chase, which is a certified dark skies reserve, and while you’re out and about, keep an eye open for deer and circling birds of prey.
Site type
3 Open now
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 2 different households.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No charcoal barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Hungarian
Open from Thu, 17 Jul to
Open from Wed, 1 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Travelling Prize Fighter's gypsy caravan (large)
Adults only 2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Dimensions: 16ft width × 6ft length
Arrival daysFrom £300
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Vardo gypsy caravan
Adults only 2 people maximum No dogs allowed Dimensions: 7ft width × 11ft length
Arrival daysFrom £300
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Features
No dogs allowed
Adults only
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 Picnic table 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 No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Pitch close to accessible bathroomsLocation
Travellers Rest Glamping
Travellers rest
Berwick St. John
Wiltshire
England
SP70EX
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.00207°N
2.07862°W
Nearest transport
Coach5.2 mi The Town Hall
5.2 mi The Town Hall
10.8 mi West Street
Rail4.1 mi Tisbury Rail Station
8.7 mi Gillingham (Dorset) Rail Station
12.8 mi Salisbury Rail Station
Ferry20.5 mi Poole Quay Ferry Landing
20.6 mi Poole Ferry Terminal
22.3 mi Brownsea Island Ferry Landing
Airport18.9 mi Bournemouth 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
Local attractions and activities include:
- Shaftesbury (Gold Hill, shops and cafés): 15 minutes’ drive
- Old Wardour Castle medieval ruins): 15 minutes
- Blandford Forum (Georgian architecture and museums): 25 minutes
- Grovely Wood (woodland walks): half an hour
- Salisbury Cathedral: half an hour
- Stonehenge: 40 minutes
- Bournemouth Beach: 55 minutes
- Durdle Door (limestone arch): an hour.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole Harbour Rockley Sands | 19.6 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Harbour Lake | 20.1 mi | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bournemouth Durley Chine | 21.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bournemouth Alum Chine | 21.6 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bournemouth Pier | 21.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Wilton House 11 mi
Stourhead House and Garden 12.7 mi
Salisbury Cathedral 12.9 mi
Breamore House 13 mi
Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 13.2 mi
National Trust
Philipps House and Dinton Park 7 mi
Little Clarendon 7 mi
Stourhead 12.7 mi
Mompesson House 12.9 mi
Kingston Lacy 13.4 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Win Green and Tollard Royal 1.9 mi
The Donheads - Wincombe - Gutch Common - Barkers Hill 2.3 mi
Donhead St Andrew and the Wardour Castles 2.3 mi
WARDOUR CASTLE AND OLD WARDOUR CASTLE 2.4 mi
RUSHMORE PARK 2.8 mi
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, Dorset 24.5 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 Travellers Rest Glamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Travellers Rest Glamping dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Travellers Rest Glamping? Local attractions and activities include: - Shaftesbury (Gold Hill, shops and cafés): 15 minutes’ drive - Old Wardour Castle medieval ruins): 15 minutes - Blandford Forum (Georgian architecture and museums): 25 minutes … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Travellers Rest Glamping?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 2 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Travellers Rest Glamping? From £300 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.