Hardyes Countryside Camping
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- Rural site in Dorset overlooking open countryside by an old Roman road
- A quarter of an hour's drive from Maiden Castle and Abbotsbury
- Barbecues and dogs welcome; wheelchair-accessible facilities
Campground type
3
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3
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Fri, 18 July to
Site types & availability
Unpowered grass tent or trailer tent site
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 25 (GBP 25)
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Powered grass and gravel caravan site
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass and gravel
Site size: Max 6m width × 9m depth (54m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30)
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Powered grass tent or trailer tent site
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Site size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom GBP 30 (GBP 30)
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Reviews
97% would recommend this campground to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
Great spot, friendly owner Chris, stunning country views. Clean facilities, handy for Dorset. Locals rave about Chris's tips. Bit dodgy water/Wi-Fi, but most wanna come back.
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Most amazing campsite, best family friendly campsite
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Liked Best campsite i’ve been to. The owners couldn't be nicer and more accommodating. Great location, lots of hidden extras such as a microwave free to use, notice boards with local events taking place. Toilets and washing room really close and really well maintained. We have had the best time and will definitely be coming again! Would happily recommend this campsite to anyone.
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It was lovely the staff were very friendly and helpful. Me and…
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Liked It was lovely the staff were very friendly and helpful. Me and family were very accommodated in every way! Really helpful info all available and delicious home bakes sold which is a lovely touch. Good parking options.
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The owner could not have done anymore for us to help. He…
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Liked The owner could not have done anymore for us to help. He lent some pegs as ground was harder than I was prepared for and had many conversations around things to see and do in the area.
Lovely site - quiet and picturesque
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Great views, chilled atmosphere…
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Liked Great views, chilled atmosphere
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Lovely site with friendly staff and clean facilities
Powered grass and gravel caravan site
Liked Everything. Lovely quiet site with friendly owners, facilities are nice and clean
Disliked Nothing
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We had a fantastic stay at Hardyes Countryside Camping.
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Liked We had a fantastic stay at Hardyes Countryside Camping.
From the moment we arrived, the owner made us feel incredibly welcome and went out of his way to make our visit comfortable. He kindly placed us at the top of the camping field, away from other people and noise, something we really appreciated with our 4-year-old twin boys, who are tucked up in bed by 8pm.
The information he provided about local family activities was excellent, and the short trip to Weymouth was a real highlight, the twins absolutely loved it.
Another lovely touch was being able to order freshly baked sourdough bread, croissants, and other treats right to the site, such a thoughtful detail that made our mornings extra special.
We would definitely recommend Hardyes Countryside Camping to other families and will certainly be coming back.
Disliked The shower block and toilets were busy in the mornings and evenings when in use by people. To be expected with the amount of people staying there so no problem for us. Very clean 👌🏻
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Cleanliness, friendly owner, friendly Co-campers…
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Liked Cleanliness, friendly owner, friendly Co-campers
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Excellent site, clean facilities, friendly staff and big pitches.
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Liked The location Is lovely, close to some of the most beautiful and interesting spots and beaches in Dorset. The owners of the campsite are very kind and helpful and you can taste delicious homemade bread and croissants. The atmosphere Is friendly and you can spend relaxing days "far from the madding crowd".
The toilets are very clean even in peak season and busy days. The campsite Is in the countryside and there are plenty of footpaths and quiet roads for amazing walks.
Disliked Nothing I can think of
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We had a lovely plot with views in two directions of beautiful…
Powered grass and gravel caravan site
Liked We had a lovely plot with views in two directions of beautiful countryside. The facilities were very clean and the other guests on the site were quiet. The owner was helpful and friendly. We were only here one night as we were attending a wedding locally. We didn't try the wifi so can't comment on if there is any.
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A great welcoming site with wonderful views.
Powered grass and gravel caravan site
Liked The owner: An English gentleman/traditional farmer who couldn’t have been more welcoming and created a friendly aura amongst the campers. A different league to the “wardens” we have experienced so far.
The surrounding countryside and far reaching views.
The walks and access to public footpaths.
The facilities.
Disliked We are new to touring but it seems a bit of a lottery in terms of fellow campers, particularly at an open site. This was
the first family site we have stayed at and we were woken early by young children walking past our van whining etc as young children do. This was fine and arguably part of camping but if anyone onsite had decided to party all night (which luckily they didn’t) it would probably be hard to ignore.
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Features
Pop-up campground
Dogs 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 Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundAccessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Hardyes Countryside Camping
Higher Hogleaze Farm
Town Hill
Dorchester
Dorset
England
DT2 9ET
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.72596°N
2.5547°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hive | 12.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Weymouth Lodmoor | 13.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bowleaze Cove | 13.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Weymouth Central | 14.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| West Bay (West) | 15 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Abbotsbury Swannery 8.1 km
Hardy's Birthplace 11.6 km
Mapperton House & Gardens 13.1 km
Weymouth Sea Life Park and Marine Sanctuary 13.5 km
Radipole Lake Nature Reserve 14 km
National Trust
Max Gate 9.4 km
Hardy's Cottage 11.5 km
Clouds Hill 21.3 km
Montacute House 27.4 km
Tintinhull Garden 29.8 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
BRIDEHEAD 3.1 km
South from Little Bredy 3.6 km
Hardy Monument Circular 4.4 km
A Chess Piece Visit 4.8 km
Eggardon Hill and Powerstock 6.8 km
Local events
- Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)
Dorchester, England 9.1 km
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.
Nearest campgrounds
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Hardyes Countryside Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hardyes Countryside Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Hardyes Countryside Camping? Local attractions and activities include: - Dorchester: 10 minutes' drive - Maiden Castle: 15 minutes - Abbotsbury: 20 minutes - Cerne Abbas Giant: 20 minutes - Weymouth: 25 minutes - Lyme Regis: … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hardyes Countryside Camping?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 8:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Hardyes Countryside Camping? From $51.69 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.