Dorset Forest Camping
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Add your business details- Remote Dorset retreat hidden deep in ancient woodland
- Dorchester and the Jurassic Coast within a 20-minute drive
- Firepits and communal marquee available on site
A peaceful and remote spot for nature lovers, walkers and cyclists alike, Dorset Forest Camping is hidden away in peaceful ancient Dorset woodland. Here’s a chance to explore hundreds of acres of undisturbed forest on remote footpaths, spotting cattle and deer grazing among the trees and listening to birds singing overhead. And even though the site itself is well tucked away from the road, it's still only 20 minutes’ drive from Dorchester (handy for picking up supplies in its sizeable supermarkets).
If you’re mad about walking, running or cycling, you’ll be in your element here. There are plenty of circular walks and bike rides round about – both gentle ones leading to wild swimming spots on the river and more hardcore trails in Puddletown Forest for experienced mountain bikers. Close by, you can try your hand at horse riding, fishing and golf or take to the high seas with sailing lessons in Poole, half an hour’s drive away.
Back at your base camp, all is set up so that guests can experience the serenity of the forest in virtual solitude. There’s still plenty going on in the evening though, so if the mood takes you, gather with fellow guests around the communal firepit for a barbecue and chat. Showers, compost loos and a washing-up area complete the picture on the facilities front.
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Features
No 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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Tents for hire Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowedThemes
Bush Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Small (11-25 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearbyLocation
Dorset Forest Camping
Moreton
Dorset
England
DT2 8QZ
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.72459°N
-2.2676°W
Route directions
At map reference SY80792 91145, look for the sign 'Oakerswood'. Follow the track past the house and into the wood. After half a mile, the Oakerswood Camp sign is on the right.
Nearest transport
Coach11.9 km Post Office
11.9 km Red Lion
12.1 km South Station
Rail4.2 km Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station
5.8 km Wool Rail Station
11.3 km Wareham Rail Station
Ferry18.2 km Weymouth Ferry Terminal
19.5 km Poole Ferry Terminal
20 km Poole Quay Ferry Landing
Airport31.3 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
Even though it’s tempting never to leave the forest, you’ll find lots to do when you finally emerge. The Tank Museum, Lawrence of Arabia’s simple Clouds Hill cottage and the famous “Battle of Britain” church in Moreton village are all a pleasant stroll from Dorset Forest Camping.
Down on the Dorset coast, you can hike along the clifftops from pretty Lulworth Cove to Durdle Door, swim in secluded bays or explore the Georgian backstreets and yacht marina in Weymouth (25 minutes' drive). Closer to home, the Saxon town of Wareham (10 minutes) is packed with pubs and cafes, and further east, you can pick up local gourmet foods at the Wednesday market in Dorchester (20 minutes).
You won’t go short of cultural treats around here either. Time travel back to the Middle Ages at the Tolpuddle Martyrs’ museum and memorial, or explore Tudor history and rambling rose gardens at Athelhampton House & Gardens (both 10 minutes).
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durdle Door East | 11.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | N/A | Excellent |
| Durdle Door West | 11.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lulworth Cove | 11.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Ringstead Bay | 12 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Bowleaze Cove | 14.7 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
The Tank Museum 3.7 km
Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 4.7 km
Hardy's Birthplace 8.6 km
Lulworth Castle & Park 10.4 km
Lulworth Heritage Centre 11.8 km
National Trust
Clouds Hill 1.4 km
Hardy's Cottage 8.7 km
Max Gate 11.1 km
White Mill 17.1 km
Corfe Castle 17.7 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Clouds Hill - Moreton 1.8 km
ATHELHAMPTON 4.8 km
Beacon Hill - Hardy's Cottage - Stinsford - Beacon Hill 6.9 km
WATERSTON MANOR 8.3 km
Higher Bockhampton - Puddletown Forest 8.7 km
Local events
- Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday, 19 July 2024 – Friday, 19 July 2024)
Dorchester, England 3.4 km
- Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday, 25 July 2024 – Thursday, 25 July 2024)
Wareham, England 10.6 km
- Dorset County Show (Saturday, 7 September 2024 – Saturday, 7 September 2024)
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.
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- Does Dorset Forest Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dorset Forest Camping dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Dorset Forest Camping? Even though it’s tempting never to leave the forest, you’ll find lots to do when you finally emerge. The Tank Museum, Lawrence of Arabia’s simple Clouds Hill cottage and the famous “Battle … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dorset Forest Camping?
Read moreCamping and caravan Arrive: 11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: noon On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m.