Hardyes Countryside Camping

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Maintaining the campsite field
Maintaining the campsite field
Grass pitching area
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Country views
Peacocks at the site
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Grass pitching area
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Country views

  • Rural Dorset site by an old Roman road with open countryside views
  • A 15-minute drive to the Jurassic Coast, Dorchester or Maiden Castle
  • Barbecues and dogs welcome; wheelchair-accessible facilities
Whether it’s the history or the lovely scenery that’s drawn you to Dorset for a break, you’ll be in an excellent spot to take it all in at Hardyes Countryside Camping. This pop-up site has fabulous views over open countryside all the way to the Hardy Monument and it’s in a handy location just off the old Roman road that runs between Maiden Castle and Eggardon Hill. Getting out to explore should be nice and straightforward from here – there’s great access to cross-country walking trails through the Dorset National Landscape, and the road network makes it easy to get to places like the ancient hillfort at Maiden Castle or the craggy cliffs and beaches of the Jurassic Coast (both about 15 minutes’ drive). Dorchester is also about 15 minutes away, with a good collection of interesting museums as well as practical facilities like supermarkets, restaurants and a railway station. Beyond all that, you’ll also be able to hit the sands of Weymouth, tour the subtropical gardens in Abbotsbury, go fishing from Lyme Regis, play golf, visit outdoor sculptures and huge historic carvings… safe to say there should be plenty of options for all tastes. After your outings, you’ll be staying at a small-scale site with a decent list of facilities including purpose-built toilets and showers, a washing-up area, a gas barbecue and microwave for cooking; all facilities are accessible for less mobile guests as well. There’s plenty of space to pitch up in comfort and you’re welcome to bring a barbecue as long as you use it safely and sensibly.

Campground type

Tent sites 27
Camper sites 3
RV sites 27
Open now
Opens April 3
Please note
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • 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).
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.

Languages spoken

English

French

Open from Fri, Apr 3 to

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Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 83 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Peaceful

98% would recommend this campground to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite is lauded for its stunning rural setting, tranquil vibe, and gorgeous views. Guests rave about owner Chris's exceptional friendliness and helpfulness, offering local insights. Facilities are generally clean. Occasional Wi-Fi and shower temperature issues were noted but didn't mar an otherwise great stay. Perfect for exploring!

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Nice place to visit, very peaceful,…

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 Aaron S. 2 reviews

Powered grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Nice place to visit, very peaceful, great host (Chris)

Disliked Nothing

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Exceptional we will be back in September!

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shakira H. 1 review

Powered grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Chris is one in a million! Welcoming so helpful, gave us many camping tips as where beginners. Helped my sister in law and borrowed her pegs for her Tent as we had the wrong ones. I tripped the electric ⚡️ lesson learned use camping kettle not home one, Called Chris and he was on site within 5 minutes and it was gone 8pm at night! He goes above and beyond!

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Great site in a great location

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 Simon F. 8 reviews

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Such a nice site with the best site management (Chris) loves his job and is always on hand to help.
facilities were very good and we enjoyed our one nights stay.
Enough space to spread out.
we will be back.

Disliked Nothing to dislike here!

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Lovely farm stay location, friendly welcome.…

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Chris H. 19 reviews

Powered grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Lovely farm stay location, friendly welcome. Good facilities and spacious pitches. A bonus which unfortunately I didn’t take advantage of is the fresh bread baked on site. Nice pub with good food including breakfast about 1.5 miles away if you walk via the public footpath.

Disliked Nothing

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Highly recommended camping site

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Nicole Ann A. 1 review

Powered grass tent or RV campsite

Liked The campsite has a very cosy vibes. It has a playground that our daughter was able to enjoy. The site is very convenient with nearby towns. Chris was very accommodating and flexible. The freshly-baked pastries in the morning were amazing. The amenities are clean. Will definitely recommend this camping site.

Disliked Nothing

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Fijn ontvangst van de gezellige uitbater.…

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 Filip P. 1 review

Powered grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Fijn ontvangst van de gezellige uitbater. Sanitair was proper, basis uitgerust, maar zeer goed.
Het ter plaatse gebakken brood is ook een aanrader!

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Fantastic

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Ben S. 2 reviews

Primitive grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Prefect size field with good space for kids to play, nice play equipment for them too. Great facilities always clean.

Recommend to friends Visit again

We had a nice time, the children enjoyed the playground.

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steven w. 5 reviews

Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite

Liked Friendly family orientated site. Nice relaxed atmosphere with lovely views.

Disliked Entrance needed resurfacing in places.

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Absolutely wonderful

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Karli N. 1 review

Powered grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Absolutely wonderful stay. Shower/toilets were good and clean all the time. Someone was around all the time to help, and were super friendly.
They had a new fridge selling a few bits too which is helpful like drinks , and also had the most amazing pastries you could order the night before.
Cup of tea/coffee and a pastry delivered to your tent ect. Lovely small plot, we can’t wait to go back.

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Anonymous

Powered grass tent or RV campsite

Liked Gorgeous setting and wonderful hosts

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Features

Pop-up campground

Dogs 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 Watersports

Amenities 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campground

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 32 inches)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Hardyes Countryside Camping

Higher Hogleaze Farm

Town Hill

Dorchester

Dorset

England

DT2 9ET

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.72596°N
2.5547°W

Nearest transport

Bus
5.3 mi South Station
9.1 mi Marks and Spencer
9.1 mi Coach Station
Rail
3.8 mi Maiden Newton Rail Station
5 mi Dorchester West Rail Station
5.3 mi Dorchester South Rail Station
Ferry
9.4 mi Weymouth Ferry Terminal
24.7 mi Poole Ferry Terminal
25 mi 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

You’ll probably stop off in Dorchester (15 minutes’ drive) at some point for some shopping, but while you're there it’s worth looking out places like The Keep Military Museum, The Tutankhamun Exhibition and Dorset Museum & Art Gallery. On the outer edges of the town are the ancient hillfort Maiden Castle and National Trust - Hardy's House Max Gate, the author’s former home. For a bit of ancient art, visit the National Trust - Cerne Giant (20 minutes) and Osmington White Horse (half an hour); more contemporary art is on display at Sculpture by the Lakes (25 minutes). Heading down to the coast, you may like to see the subtropical gardens and swannery at Abbotsbury (15 minutes), play on the long sandy beach in Weymouth (25 minutes) or go mackerel fishing from Lyme Regis (40 minutes). Lulworth Cove (35 minutes) in the east and the Seaton Tramway (45 minutes) to the west are also both good places to check out.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Hive 7.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Weymouth Lodmoor 8.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bowleaze Cove 8.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Weymouth Central 8.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Bay (West) 9.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Abbotsbury Swannery 5 mi

Hardy's Birthplace 7.2 mi

Mapperton House & Gardens 8.1 mi

Weymouth Sea Life Park and Marine Sanctuary 8.4 mi

Radipole Lake Nature Reserve 8.7 mi

National Trust

Max Gate 5.9 mi

Hardy's Cottage 7.2 mi

Clouds Hill 13.2 mi

Montacute House 17 mi

Tintinhull Garden 18.5 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

BRIDEHEAD 1.9 mi

South from Little Bredy 2.2 mi

Hardy Monument Circular 2.7 mi

A Chess Piece Visit 3 mi

Eggardon Hill and Powerstock 4.2 mi

Local events

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

    Dorchester, England 5.7 mi

  • Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday, July 31, 2026 – Friday, July 31, 2026)

    Sidmouth, England 30 mi

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

    Glastonbury, England 30 mi

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 Hardyes Countryside Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Hardyes Countryside Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Hardyes Countryside Camping? You’ll probably stop off in Dorchester (15 minutes’ drive) at some point for some shopping, but while you're there it’s worth looking out places like The Keep Military Museum, The Tutankhamun Exhibition … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Hardyes Countryside Camping?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  8:30 a.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Hardyes Countryside Camping? From $33.57 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.