Salt Pig The Farm - Putlake
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- Family-friendly working farm site on the Isle of Purbeck
- On the edge of Langton Matravers; five minutes' drive from Swanage
- Café; attraction farm (additional fee) with activities and soft play
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- A charge of £0.50 ($0.93) applies for the use of the shower.
- Facilities/activities including entrance to the adventure farm and soft play are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- The grocery shop is open between 09/01 and 16/12.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- The park caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Sat, May 23 to
Reviews
90% would recommend this site to a friend
91% would stay here again
What customers say
This spacious, well-run campsite offers spectacular views and a relaxed atmosphere. Guests highlight the excellent location, walking distance to Swanage and a local pub, with plenty of space to pitch anywhere. Facilities, including clean washrooms and hot showers, are generally well-regarded, as is the on-site cafe. Animal encounters are a bonus for families. Some visitors noted the sloping nature of the field and occasional issues with facility availability and upkeep during busy periods.
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Last updated 2026-07-14
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Great location, just outside swanage…
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Liked Great location, just outside swanage
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Fantastic site with spectacular views
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Fantastic site with spectacular views. Great facilities and plenty of space. I would highly recommend staying here to my family and friends, I can’t wait to come back!
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A great value campsite in a brilliant location
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Liked Great location for walks and only a half hour walk to Swanage. Beautiful views of the hills from the site, walking distance to a great pub and loved to see the animals surrounding the site.
Disliked Nothing but couldn’t get a shower token on the first day as arrived at 17:30.
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Gorgeous views and not too overcrowded…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Gorgeous views and not too overcrowded
Disliked The shower tokens need to have longer on them
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A spacious, well run site with…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked A spacious, well run site with good facilities and a convenient cafe. Easy bus connections to Swanage if required. Good pub in the village.
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The overall stay with camping. Peaceful…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The overall stay with camping. Peaceful and quiet, even with a few young choldfen that stayed, they wasn’t at all disruptive.
Disliked The showers and toilets need a little bit more attention paid to them - for instance the cobwebs and bits of dirt in both. As seems that they don’t get much attention paid to them like the cafe and soft play does which is a shame
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Open Pitches. Can park car next…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Open Pitches.
Can park car next to tent.
Clean toilets.
Hot showers.
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Really enjoyed my stay
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Lovely big field with great views.
Disliked A lot of flies but it is a working farm
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Love the relaxed atmosphere on site,…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Love the relaxed atmosphere on site, has the basic facilities, the piglets are a bonus too! The bins ARE there they are in the car park at the bottom.
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Lovely spacious site with good amenities. Great…
Primitive grass campervan, tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Lovely spacious site with good amenities.
Great spot to stay for us to obtain some good cycling routes, off and on road options
Disliked If site is busy I can imagine some waiting time for shower as only two.
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Features
Pop-up campground
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Salt Pig The Farm - Putlake
High Street
Langton Matravers
Swanage
Dorset
England
BH19 3EU
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.60961°N
1.99919°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanage Central | 3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Studland Knoll House | 5.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Shell Bay North | 8.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Kimmeridge Bay | 9.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Poole Sandbanks Peninsular | 9.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Swanage Railway 2.8 km
Corfe Castle 5.4 km
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 6.1 km
Brownsea Island 9.3 km
Dorset Cruises 14.7 km
National Trust
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 5.1 km
Corfe Castle 5.2 km
Brownsea Island 9.2 km
Clouds Hill 21.5 km
White Mill 22.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Herston - Worth Matravers - Corfe 1.4 km
Worth Matravers - Cliffs, Caves and Chapel 3 km
Worth Matravers - Winspit - Dancing Ledge 3 km
Swanage to Corfe Circular Walk 3.4 km
Durlston Castle Historic Landscape 3.6 km
Local events
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Thursday, July 30, 2026)
Wareham, England 15 km
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Saturday, September 5, 2026)
Dorchester, England 32.6 km
- New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, July 28, 2026 – Tuesday, July 28, 2026)
Brockenhurst, England 38.9 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Salt Pig The Farm - Putlake have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Salt Pig The Farm - Putlake dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Salt Pig The Farm - Putlake? With a long sandy beach and shallow waters, Swanage is a popular destination for a family day at the seaside. And when you’re all beached out, you can head to Prince Albert … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Salt Pig The Farm - Putlake?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 11 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Salt Pig The Farm - Putlake? From $37.66 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

