Tatton Farm Campsite

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Plenty of space!
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Pitches are all a good size
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Plenty of space!
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  • Relaxed, simple pitches on a 450-acre Dorset family dairy farm
  • A 15-minute drive to Weymouth and half an hour to Monkey World
  • A mile from the Jurassic Coast, with footpaths to Abbotsbury and Fleet
With a location that’s just outside the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and only a mile from the Jurassic Coast, you can see why one might want to settle here for quite some time… and that’s just what the family that run Tatton Farm Campsite have done. It’s the fourth generation that now runs this working dairy farm, and the fifth is rapidly falling in love with farm life too. Plenty of guests have found themselves rather fond of the place too – in fact, there’s been a campsite successfully running here for more than 40 years. And what is it that’s kept the site so popular throughout that time? Well, perhaps the laidback atmosphere, the generous pitches and the fact that they’re surrounded by the farm’s fab 450 acres of land… It’s all quite simple here – pitches are all on grass without electric, and there are only very basic on-site toilet and shower facilities. With few distractions, that means guests can really relax – waking up to birdsong is the norm here, as is spotting the dairy herd as they pass by each morning and evening. The pitches back onto woodland, so there’s wildlife to look out for too, and you may catch a glimpse of the wild deer that live here. Of course, the farm’s location helps with making it an attractive place to stay – it’s about a 15-minute drive to Weymouth’s town centre and beach, and there are rural footpaths running from the farm to the likes of Abbotsbury, Fleet, Chesil Beach and the Hardy Monument (or to Weymouth, in fact).

Site type

Motorhome sites 15
Tent sites 15
Caravan sites 15
Open now
Opens 20 June
Please note
  • 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).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • 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.
  • Minimum spacing of 6 metres between pitches.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • Electric pitches: Electricity is metered on site at £0.31 per kWh and must be paid by debit/credit card via the website link/QR code provided on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 20 Jun to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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0 children

Reviews

9.7

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Peaceful

97% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

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warm welcome from Vicky wifi…

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Jeanne M.

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Liked warm welcome from Vicky
wifi

Disliked smell of the stagnant water from the ditch around pitch 1 which was preferable to pitching next to one of the families which clearly live on site with children and dogs- an odd mix
Unisex toilets

From the manager: I am truly gutted your experience wasn’t great. Rich and I will take on board everything you have said. We do offer seasonal pitches and guests do like to make their pitch feel like a home from home. We do allow families to stay as well as dogs and we hope your dog was able to use the walks around the farm. I’m so sorry you didn’t like the toilets. They are temporary toilet and shower facilities as our new fully sustainable shower block with separate male, female and disabled facilities is due for completion in the couple of weeks. There was a separate individual toilet to the side of the main toilet block which I should have pointed out to you so your experience would have been more comfortable and I can only apologise.

Super friendly owners. Flat pitches. Immaculate showers, toilets, sinks. Quiet location. Area to charge phones…

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Anonymous

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Liked Super friendly owners.
Flat pitches.
Immaculate showers, toilets, sinks.
Quiet location.
Area to charge phones etc if needed.

The facilities are so beautiful and clean

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Summer B.

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Liked It was amazing such a beautiful change of scenery

A fabulous site with a really warm and friendly welcome. Basic site…

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Sarah C.

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Liked A fabulous site with a really warm and friendly welcome.
Basic site facilities wise but spotlessly clean and in a lovely farm setting. I will definitely return.

Excellent place to stay.

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Alan D.

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Liked owners were very friendly took us around the farm to see the animals, great facilities, showers, toilets, WiFi and a place for the kids to play. very quiet site.

Time of my life- it’s my kids say. Vicky is best camp…

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Kris S.

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Liked Time of my life- it’s my kids say. Vicky is best camp owner You can imagine. We already look forward to book next year . Great to families , clean toilets and showers, not overcrowded. If still looking for next pitch up - try Tatton Farm…(…great wi-fi if you have teens)

Great location. Quiet. Pitches are not too close together.…

Overall 10/10

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Anonymous

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Liked Great location. Quiet. Pitches are not too close together.

Lovely hosts, large spacious camp site , good showers and toilet block…

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Anonymous

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Liked Lovely hosts, large spacious camp site , good showers and toilet block , and nearby walks in the beautiful Dorset countryside

Would definitely stay again !

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charlotte b.

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Liked Vicky was so friendly welcoming us to the site. The facilities were very clean and tidy! The pitches were a good size and you can park next to your tent which is handy for unpacking.

Really lovely host Vicky she took us round the dairy farm and…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass site

Liked Really lovely host Vicky she took us round the dairy farm and told us a bit about her history .. nothing was too much trouble for her. Site lovely and toilet blocks and showers very clean ..

Features

Portable toilet

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Baby-changing facilities 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

Peaceful Remote location

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal sites

Location

Tatton Farm Campsite

Weymouth

Dorset

England

DT3 4BX

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.64311°N
2.52146°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6 km Marks and Spencer
9.4 km South Station
19.8 km Coach Station
Rail
4 km Upwey Rail Station
5.7 km Weymouth Rail Station
9.4 km Dorchester West Rail Station
Ferry
6.5 km Weymouth Ferry Terminal
38 km Poole Ferry Terminal
38.6 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

It’s really worth bringing your walking shoes along for a stay here, as you can set off on foot for lots of local attractions, take in some of the Jurassic Coast’s top scenery on a hike along the South West Coast Path, or do a circuit of the nearby Isle of Portland. If you’d rather head straight to the beach, get down to Weymouth’s family-friendly stretch to see if you can build sandcastles that will rival the displays at Sandworld sand sculpture park. Also in town are the Sea Life Centre, Pirate Adventure Mini Golf and a harbour for fishing or wildlife-spotting boat trips. For leisurely days out nearby, try a visit to Bennetts Water Gardens (10 minutes’ drive), Abbotsbury Swannery (15 minutes), RSPB Lodmoor (15 minutes) or Hardys Cottage (25 minutes) or set off to explore the ghost village of Tyneham (45 minutes). If you’re after something livelier for the kids, the likes of Monkey World (half an hour) and Dorset Adventure Park (40 minutes) are likely to hit the spot.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Weymouth Central 5.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Weymouth Lodmoor 5.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Portland Harbour Castle Cove 6.8 km Sea N/AExcellentN/AN/A
Portland Harbour Sandsfoot Castle 6.8 km Sea N/AGoodExcellentGood
Bowleaze Cove 7 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Radipole Lake Nature Reserve 5.3 km

Weymouth Sea Life Park and Marine Sanctuary 5.6 km

Abbotsbury Swannery 5.9 km

Hardy's Birthplace 13.4 km

Lulworth Heritage Centre 19.3 km

National Trust

Max Gate 10.1 km

Hardy's Cottage 13.3 km

Clouds Hill 20.7 km

Corfe Castle 32.7 km

Montacute House 36.8 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Nottington - Chickerell 2.9 km

Nottington - Upwey - Broadwey 2.9 km

Nottington - Southill - Chickerell 3 km

Nottington - Lorton - Radipole 3.1 km

RADIPOLE LAKE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/10/1990) 4.7 km

Local events

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday, 6 September 2025 – Saturday, 6 September 2025)

    Dorchester, England 11.1 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 sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Tatton Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Tatton Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Tatton Farm Campsite? It’s really worth bringing your walking shoes along for a stay here, as you can set off on foot for lots of local attractions, take in some of the Jurassic Coast’s top … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Tatton Farm Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Tatton Farm Campsite? From $56.15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.