Dora’s Pitches

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  • Adults-only pitches on a working farm with views of the Cotswolds
  • A 25-minute drive from Cirencester and Cotswold Water Park
  • Farm shop on site; surrounded by dog-friendly local footpaths
If you’re crafting an adults-only break near the Cotswolds, Dora’s Pitches might just be the final ingredient. The pitches here are suitable for self-contained motorhomes and campervans only and based on a working farm with views of the Cotswolds. They're 25 minutes’ drive away from Cirencester and the Cotswold Water Park, meaning that the so-called ‘capital of the Cotswolds’ and watersports are within easy striking distance. The farm has its own shop called Dora’s Dairy, which sells milk, meat and eggs for breakfast sunny side up. There’s also a breakfast basket including a pack of bacon, a pack of pork sausages, six eggs and 500ml of fresh milk (all from the farm) available to order (just select the extra on your booking). Save any scraps for the canines; the pitches welcome well-behaved dogs. On-site facilities include water and a chemical waste disposal point. Where exactly is this place, then? Dora’s Pitches are on the edge of Purton, a quiet village with great local dining. There’s a village shop 15 minutes’ walk away and fresh produce at two farm shops within walking distance of the site. If you’re after a pint and local grub, you can find those at the local pub 15 minutes’ walk away. The working dairy farm is on top of a hill, well away from the road and surrounded by dog-friendly footpaths (with kissing gates). The welcome pack includes a map of the local footpaths, so you shouldn't get lost. Getting here should be a breeze, as the farm’s easily accessed from Junction 16 on the M4 or the A419 (both around five miles away). There is a regular bus service from the village to local towns too.

Campground type

RV & Motorhome sites 5
Open now
Opens 27 March
Please note
  • This campground/park has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • 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).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 21 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.
  • The campground/park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Tents are not accepted at this park.
  • Units longer than 7 metres are not allowed.
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 27 Mar to

Reviews

9.4

Overall rating from 36 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

100% would recommend this campground to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

Peaceful rural spot with great country views & a chill vibe. Owners are super friendly & helpful, selling awesome farm produce like fresh milk, eggs & ice cream. It's basic but charming – a proper back-to-basics escape. Lanes can be a bit tight, but it's excellent value and people would definitely go back.

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Lovely quiet rural spot

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked Lovely location breathtaking views, very warm welcome from Jon the owner on arrival, very quiet spot, just as described really nothing to dislike about it. Would definitely stop here again

Disliked Nothing to dislike, just a note, as in the description there are no facilities, there’s water and chemical waste, that’s it, you need to be completely self sufficient!

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Very friendly owner who met us on arrival. Cheap and cheerful. Lovely…

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Courtney G.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked Very friendly owner who met us on arrival. Cheap and cheerful. Lovely views and cows in opposite field was lovely. They have water and chemical disposal available a short walk away from the field.

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Site position, very informative owner, peaceful, great cold raw milk!…

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Nicky L.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked Site position, very informative owner, peaceful, great cold raw milk!

Disliked Nothing. Because we had our own facilities as in toilet and shower the lack of facilities was not a problem.

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Perfect pitch up

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Sharon L.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked Loved our stay at Dora’s. Loved the area the views and freedom

Disliked Nothing was a perfect stay.

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Lovely, quiet, beautiful site. Great views, gorgeous Labs & Jack Russell, small…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked Lovely, quiet, beautiful site. Great views, gorgeous Labs & Jack Russell, small shop with fabulous ice cream. Look forward to returning to this gem of a site.

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A truly lovely experience. Welcoming, calm, back-to-basics but all the better…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked A truly lovely experience. Welcoming, calm, back-to-basics but all the better for it.

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Lovely peaceful site. Very friendly owners , a sweet little on site…

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Val P.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked Lovely peaceful site. Very friendly owners , a sweet little on site shop selling fresh milk. Honey and meat also very yummy ice cream

Disliked Nothing

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Fantastic scenic location & friendly hosts

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Jerry L.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked What a scenic place, owners offering a warm welcome from Sarah on arrival. Site is set in a tranquil location, a small shop offers everything you need at Dora’s on-site shop, we are definitely going to return soon thank you to Sarah & John.

Disliked Nothing.

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Lovely small site, perfect stopover.

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Mollie M.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked The site is a small sectioned off part of a field. It is flat and has lovely views. The site was easy to find and in a nice and secluded area. Good dog walks onsite. Friendly and helpful host.
Not a dislike but would have been good if the grass was cut.

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Quiet secluded site but amenities close by.

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louise j.

Unpowered grass and earth motorhome site

Liked Quiet and peaceful location but close to amenities. Very relaxed and now pressure to leave early the next day. Friendly owners. The field is quite level and has amazing views.

Recommend to friends Visit again

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Remote location Spectacular scenery

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Dora’s Pitches

Quarry Farm

The Hyde

Purton

Swindon

Wiltshire

England

SN5 4EA

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.58752°N
1.85389°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.4 km Blagrove Roundabout
5.5 km Bus Station
7 km Sussex Square
Rail
5.3 km Swindon Rail Station
15.4 km Kemble Rail Station
22.9 km Chippenham Rail Station
Ferry
46.1 km Sharpness Old Docks
47.2 km Lydney Harbour
Airport
39.9 km Gloucestershire Airport
46.3 km London Oxford 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

Step foot into a steam train simulator and try changing the signals… with Great Western Railway locomotives on display and a range of interactive features, STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway (15 minutes' drive) should nicely entertain those interested in the prime time of steam trains. Budding historians have plenty more to nose around too, whether it’s walks around the 17th-century grandstand at Lodge Park & Sherborne Park Estate (40 minutes) or peaceful picnics at the 18th-century Buscot Park (35 minutes) – both are National Trust sites. Those looking for a more active day trip will find their fix at the Cotswold Water Park (25 minutes), where there are chances to get stuck into kayaking, paddleboarding or waterskiing – or on the flip side, peacefully watching out for otters and watering birds on the lakeside trails.

Must see

STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway 4.9 km

The Buscot and Coleshill Estates 14.6 km

Avebury Stone Circle 17.7 km

Silbury Hill 19.1 km

West Kennet Long Barrow 19.9 km

National Trust

Heelis 4.7 km

The Buscot and Coleshill Estates 14.7 km

Uffington White Horse and Wayland Smithy 14.7 km

Buscot Old Parsonage 16.1 km

Buscot Park 16.6 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

LYDIARD PARK 2.9 km

West Swindon Railway Path - Ray Canal - South Leaze Farm 4.8 km

Cricklade to Lechlade via The Thames Path 6.2 km

QUEEN'S PARK, SWINDON 6.4 km

TOWN GARDENS, SWINDON 6.6 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 Dora’s Pitches have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Dora’s Pitches dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Dora’s Pitches? Step foot into a steam train simulator and try changing the signals… with Great Western Railway locomotives on display and a range of interactive features, STEAM - Museum of the Great Western … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Dora’s Pitches?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  8 a.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  Anytime
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Dora’s Pitches? From $20.60 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.