Martleaves Farm Campsite

9 42 reviews
Tent pitches on the grass
Tent pitches on the grass
Tent pitches
Chesil beach and the fleet lagoon
Tent pitch with views of chesil beach and portland
Sheep on site
Views of the ocean
Alpacas on site
Barbecues permitted off the ground
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  • Adults-only site on the Jurassic Coast, 300 metres from a small beach
  • Overlooking Chesil Beach and a 10-minute drive from Weymouth
  • Farm with alpacas, Shetland ponies, horses, sheep, chickens and ducks
The fact that Martleaves Farm Campsite has views of Chesil Beach and the Isle of Portland should already give you a clue that this adults-only site is in an excellent location in Dorset. Need more proof? Martleaves Farm sits on the Jurassic Coast, a 10-minute drive from both the seaside town of Weymouth and the Isle of Portland, with direct access to a small beach (300 metres away) and the South West Coast Path. As if all that wasn’t enough, the site also overlooks the Fleet Lagoon, a saltwater estuary where guests can go swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding. And birdwatching, of course: the lagoon is home to swans and little terns, plus seasonal flocks of geese. Animals lovers might also enjoy meeting the farm’s residents, which include alpacas, Shetland ponies, horses, sheep, chickens and ducks. Dogs are welcome on leads, but free to run off lead along the footpaths down to the sea. If you’re keen on walking, the Rodwell Trail along a nearby disused railway track will whisk you to Weymouth in less than an hour (about 15 minutes if you’re going by bicycle). Buses to Weymouth run frequently (the bus stop is five minutes’ walk from the farm) and take around 25 minutes; those travelling to the Isle of Portland and its wild beaches (rock climbing, anyone?) take around 20 minutes. Pubs and takeaways are along the same road.

Site type

Tent pitches 50
Open now
Opens 12 July 2023

Languages spoken

English

Open from Wed, 12 Jul 2023 to

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Features

Portable toilet

Dogs allowed

Adults only

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access 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

Baby-changing facilities Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette 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

Spectacular scenery

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 pitches)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Martleaves Farm Campsite

41 South Road

Wyke Regis

Weymouth

Dorset

England

DT4 9NR

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.59108°N
-2.4803°W

Route directions

Do not use satnavs. Take the A354 towards Portland, through Wyke Regis along Portland Road. Then, turn right at the traffic lights onto Langton Avenue. Turn right again onto Marlborough Avenue. Then, take a second left into South Road.

Nearest transport

Coach
2.9 km Marks and Spencer
13.5 km South Station
25.5 km Coach Station
Rail
3.3 km Weymouth Rail Station
6.4 km Upwey Rail Station
13.5 km Dorchester South Rail Station
Ferry
3 km Weymouth Ferry Terminal
36.8 km Poole Ferry Terminal
37.5 km Poole Quay Ferry Landing

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

With a large marina and a sandy beach, Weymouth is a magnet for watersports enthusiasts – whether they’re into sailing, swimming or paddleboarding. The SEA LIFE Centre Weymouth has 11 different themed areas housing underwater creatures ranging from seahorses to sharks, plus penguins, otters and poison dart frogs. An iconic landmark along the Jurassic Coast, Durdle Door (40 minutes) is a limestone arch overlooking a shingle beach. From here, the South West Coast Path leads to Lulworth Cove, where you can have a go at coasteering, an activity that combines swimming, climbing and jumping – all the while discovering the geological history of this stretch of coast. Also on the Jurassic Coast is Lyme Regis (one hour), known for being the birthplace of 19th-century palaeontologist Mary Anning, whose statue overlooks the fossil-rich beach. Take a walk along the Cobb, the town’s curved harbour wall, along which are several outfits offering boat and fishing trips.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Portland Harbour Sandsfoot Castle 1.2 km Sea N/AGoodExcellentGood
Portland Harbour Castle Cove 1.6 km Sea N/AExcellentN/AN/A
Weymouth Central 3.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Weymouth Lodmoor 4.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bowleaze Cove 6.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Radipole Lake Nature Reserve 3.1 km

Weymouth Sea Life Park and Marine Sanctuary 4.5 km

Abbotsbury Swannery 11.4 km

Lulworth Heritage Centre 16.5 km

Hardy's Birthplace 16.7 km

National Trust

Max Gate 13.7 km

Hardy's Cottage 16.6 km

Clouds Hill 21.4 km

Corfe Castle 30.2 km

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve 37.8 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

RADIPOLE LAKE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/10/1990) 3.5 km

Lodmoor Nature Reserve - Littlemoor - Preston 4.8 km

LODMOOR (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 25/11/2004) 5.3 km

Nottington - Upwey - Broadwey 5.7 km

Nottington - Chickerell 5.7 km

Local events

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday 7 September 2024 – Saturday 7 September 2024)

    Dorchester, England 15.1 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.

Reviews

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It was good

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 6
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Kinga N. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: The view from the campsite, cleanliness of facilities, adult only aspect and the peace and quiet.

Disliked: Rarely seen anyone from staff to check on the site. We wanted to buy some fire wood but couldn’t get a hold of anyone.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great views,Nice showers and lots of animals around which was pretty cool.location…

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Paul M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Great views,Nice showers and lots of animals around which was pretty cool.location just out of town with good bus service into weymouth 5 minute walk away outside wyke smugglers pub.Pub was great with friendly staff,lovely food and lots of entertainment.

Recommend to friends Visit again

We absolutely loved our stay at Martleaves! Excellent facilities with really clean…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Millie O. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: We absolutely loved our stay at Martleaves! Excellent facilities with really clean showers (that have great water pressure and are hot!) and lovely toilets. Such a lovely spot overlooking the beach and we had some lovely neighbouring ponies next to us 🐴 would absolutely recommend and will definitely come again! Thankyou so much x

Recommend to friends Visit again

Good facilities, toilets clean and warm. Washing up facilities good, hot water…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Timothy P. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (solo)

Liked: Good facilities, toilets clean and warm. Washing up facilities good, hot water readily available. Friendly staff with easy check in and out. Level pitches.

Disliked: Quite a small pitch provided that was quite wet due to being at a low part of the field. This was not a huge issue, it meant to be careful not to get the mud everywhere.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely campsite, with clean facilities, and hot water at the dishwashing sinks.…

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 8
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Freya U. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (solo)

Liked: Lovely campsite, with clean facilities, and hot water at the dishwashing sinks. Very close to the water's edge, perfect for walking along the coastal path. Bonus, there were alpacas in the field near by.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site with stunning views. Friendly staff and great service. Love the…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Richard P. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (solo)

Liked: Great site with stunning views. Friendly staff and great service. Love the little farm, especially the alpacas

Recommend to friends Visit again

This is a lovely well organised site. The owners were welcoming and…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 8
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked: This is a lovely well organised site. The owners were welcoming and provisions are good.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A windy camping

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 8
Wifi No rating
Martin J. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (solo)

Liked: Really nice to be at easy access to Weymouth and coast.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful location, clean toilets and showers, price, dog friendly…

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 8
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Emma L. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Non-electric grass tent pitch (solo)

Liked: Beautiful location, clean toilets and showers, price, dog friendly

Disliked: No assigned pitch

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful spot

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Carleanne O. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Electric grass tent pitch

Liked: Beautiful site with great facilities. Really nice management team and other campers lovely too. The walk down to the beach/estuary is gorgeous.

Disliked: Booked a grass pitch with EHU but was given a hard standing pitch instead which was a shame but no big deal.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Martleaves Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Martleaves Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Martleaves Farm Campsite? With a large marina and a sandy beach, Weymouth is a magnet for watersports enthusiasts – whether they’re into sailing, swimming or paddleboarding. The SEA LIFE Centre Weymouth has 11 different themed … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Martleaves Farm Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  11:30 a.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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