Lanscombe Lane Camping

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Field camping with no restrictions on pitching up
Field camping with no restrictions on pitching up
No restrictions on pitching up, just find a spot and relax
Grass pitches with woodland views
Firepits and barbecues allowed off the ground
These guys love a cuddle
Flat, well-kept camping field
A real rural escape; pitch up and enjoy the surroundings
Grass pitches
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No restrictions on pitching up, just find a spot and relax
Grass pitches with woodland views
Firepits and barbecues allowed off the ground

  • Simple family-run site on a smallholding at Buckland Newton in Dorset
  • Cerne Giant 10 minutes’ drive and Weymouth beaches 35 minutes
  • Pitch up anywhere; livestock encounters available; dog walks from site
Dorset bound and looking for a peaceful rural hideaway away from the crowds? This back-to-basics, family-run site is tucked away on a working smallholding within 20 minutes' drive of historic Dorchester and 35 minutes from Weymouth beaches. Stays are on a splendid, gently sloping field with woodland edges and views across the hills. This is the sort of place where birdsong is the wake-up call, countryside walks get you to a cosy village pub and nights are peaceful, underneath dark (and often starry) skies. Dogs are welcome, by the way, and you can keep their exercise regime up with scenic countryside strolls from your pitch; they can also accompany you to the pub in Buckland Newton (20 minutes’ walk), where you can get a decent pint of Dorset cider. And if the kids (or indeed you) would like to meet the resident goats, sheep and hens (fresh eggs are often available for breakfast fry-ups), please ask the site owners. Simple facilities on site include a fresh water tap, waste disposal facilities and plenty of space to stretch out and relax – the well-kept camping fields have no designated pitches so you can set up wherever you fancy. The owners kindly ask that you respect the land as it’s on a working smallholding; make the most of your stay but leave no trace. Please leave the site as you found – and that includes only having campfires and barbecues that are off the ground so the grass doesn’t get damaged.

Site type

Tent sites 50
Motorhome sites 50
Open now
Opens 5 June
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 5 Jun to

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.6

Overall rating from 48 Pitchup.com customers

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98% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

Lanscombe Lane campsite: a peaceful, clean, spacious country escape. Guests love host Gemma's friendly welcome, spotless loos, and charming animals. Close to village shops and walks. Basic, but great value with a chilled vibe. Toilets/showers set for upgrades.

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Spacious site with nice views. As…

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Thomas B. 2 reviews

Powered grass and earth tent or motorhome site

Liked Spacious site with nice views. As the only guest I had a great human free night away with my dog. Site on a gentle slope but didn't cause me any problems and when I walked around the perimeter with my dog there were plenty of more flat spaces. Very quiet and peaceful and exactly what I needed. Loved hearing the goats on the other side of the hedge. Toilets & shower very clean. I will definitely return. Thank you

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Clean well maintained safe environment

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 Phil S. 4 reviews

Unpowered grass and earth tent or motorhome site

Liked Well maintained site, clean loos, well stocked and friendly approachable manager. Plenty of space for family ball games etc but also peaceful for one man and a dog to appreciate the Dorset countryside and unwind. The site felt very safe with plenty of walks nearby and a nice village with pub and shop... I didn't need my car keys.

Disliked Sloping field, leveling blocks recommended but not absolutely necessary depending on your pitch. The open season is not long enough!!

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Kamil K. 7 reviews

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Liked Clean toilets

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Anonymous

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Liked Very clean and decent facilities (for a small site). Friendly owner and great onsite cat! Great spot, close to the village for children’s play park, shop for ice-cream etc.

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Emma M. 1 review

Powered grass and earth tent or motorhome site

Liked Loved our short stay at lanscombe lane campsite. It was a last minute booking and was just what we needed as a family with a toddler, very relaxed and laid back. The land itself is lovely and the owner, Gemma was incredibly accommodating and helpful. Although the campsite is basic everything is clean, well kept and peaceful. The added touch of goats and chickens was great and we loved our first camping trip as a family! Would definitely recommend and go back x

Disliked The one thing I would have liked would have been hot water while washing up but the little touches of washing up liquid and sponges etc was lovely.

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richard g. 1 review

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Liked great place to go quiet and clean

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Anonymous

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Liked Beautiful. Quiet. Clean facilities. Uncrowded.

Disliked Slightly sloping ground. Only one shower.

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Peaceful location in beautiful countryside.

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Ruth H. 6 reviews

Powered grass and earth tent or motorhome site

Liked Very spacious pitch with electric hook up. Basic set up - just how we like it. Toilets and shower were very clean, with good supply of toilet paper and hand soap. Wash up area good but not covered. Dark site except for toilet block. Great to see the goats and sheep. Short walk to a well stocked village shop and to local pub. Pub food excellent, with more friendly goats. Gemma was fantastic; great pre-visit communications, lovely to meet/chat face-to-face and was easy to extend stay by 1 night. Bobby, the cat, was an added bonus. Planning another visit.

Disliked Minor points, but hot water at wash basin would be nice, especially on colder days. Recycling bins.

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Anonymous

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Liked Lovely peaceful stay, perfect location.
Great pub to walk to.
Gemma the hostess is very welcoming and friendly. Showers and toilets very clean.
Will definitely stay again.😊

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Well worth a visit

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Paul C. 4 reviews

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Liked Love coming here ,so welcoming, lovely views , very quiet, and a nice pub 15 mins walk away ,and for this this year 2026 a brand new toilet and shower block,

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From the manager: Thanks so much for the lovely review. It was good to see you again. we are really glad you enjoy staying with us.

We’re excited for you to see the brand‑new toilet and shower block upgrade!

Can’t wait to welcome you back again.

Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

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 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

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

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

Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Accessibility

Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Location

Lanscombe Lane Camping

Lanscombe Lane Cottage

Buckland Newton

Dorchester

Dorset

England

DT2 7DL

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.84738°N
2.42893°W

Nearest transport

Coach
13.1 km Greenhill
13.1 km Coldharbour
13.4 km Queens Head
Rail
10.4 km Chetnole Rail Station
11.5 km Yetminster Rail Station
12.3 km Sherborne Rail Station
Ferry
26.6 km Weymouth Ferry Terminal
34.4 km Poole Ferry Terminal
34.7 km Poole Quay Ferry Landing
Airport
42.8 km 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: - Badger Watch Dorset: five minutes’ drive - Minterne House and Gardens: five minutes - National Trust - Cerne Giant: 10 minutes - Jurassic Safari (farm tour): 15 minutes - Dorchester (historic market town): 20 minutes - National Trust - Hardy’s Cottage (Hardy’s birthplace): 20 minutes - Sculpture by the Lakes (installations by Simon Gudgeon): 25 minutes - Weymouth (beaches and amusements): 35 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Bowleaze Cove 23.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Weymouth Lodmoor 24.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Ringstead Bay 24.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Weymouth Central 25.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hive 26.7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Hardy's Birthplace 13.3 km

Mapperton House & Gardens 20.4 km

The Tank Museum 21.4 km

Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 22.4 km

Montacute House 23.1 km

National Trust

Hardy's Cottage 13.4 km

Max Gate 15.4 km

Clouds Hill 19.1 km

Montacute House 23.1 km

Tintinhull Garden 24.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

MINTERNE 3.9 km

Beneath The Feet Of Cerne's Giant 5.4 km

Piddlehinton - Buck Hill - Piddletrenthide - Piddlehinton 8 km

BINGHAM'S MELCOMBE 8.1 km

Ibberton Hill – Coombe Bottom – Ibberton Hill 9.3 km

Local events

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday, 5 September 2026 – Saturday, 5 September 2026)

    Dorchester, England 13.9 km

  • Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Wareham, England 28.1 km

  • Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday, 23 June 2027 – Wednesday, 23 June 2027)

    Glastonbury, England 36.4 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 Lanscombe Lane Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Lanscombe Lane Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Lanscombe Lane Camping? Local attractions and activities include: - Badger Watch Dorset: five minutes’ drive - Minterne House and Gardens: five minutes - National Trust - Cerne Giant: 10 minutes - Jurassic Safari (farm tour): … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Lanscombe Lane Camping?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  9:30 a.m. –  9:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  1 p.m.

    Please confirm arrival time with the site

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Lanscombe Lane Camping? From $42.08 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.