Lanscombe Lane Camping

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Field camping with no restrictions on pitching up
Field camping with no restrictions on pitching up
Grass pitches with woodland views
Open field camping
Flat, well-kept camping field
A real rural escape; pitch up and enjoy the surroundings
Grass pitches
View from the grass pitches
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Grass pitches with woodland views
Open field camping
Flat, well-kept camping field

  • No-frills family-run site on a Dorset smallholding at Buckland Newton
  • Cerne Giant 10 minutes’ drive and Weymouth beaches 35 minutes
  • Pitch anywhere; livestock encounters available; dog walks from site
Dorset bound and looking for a peaceful rural hideaway away from the crowds? Try booking in at Lanscombe Lane Camping, a no-frills family-run site on a smallholding with woodland views and easy access to Weymouth beaches (35 minutes’ drive). You can look forward to pretty countryside views, waking up to birdsong and embracing long walks – many seem to end up at local pubs. 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 owners. Dogs are welcome by the way, and you can keep their exercise regime up with scenic countryside walks 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. 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 it or cleaner – and that includes only having campfires and barbecues that are off the ground so the grass doesn’t get damaged.

Campground type

RV sites 50
Tent sites 50
Opens June 27
Please note
  • This park has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Jun 27 to

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Features

Portable toilet

Pop-up campground

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly 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

Budget/backpacker 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 Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation 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

Bus
8.1 mi Greenhill
8.2 mi Coldharbour
8.3 mi Queens Head
Rail
6.4 mi Chetnole Rail Station
7.2 mi Yetminster Rail Station
7.6 mi Sherborne Rail Station
Ferry
16.5 mi Weymouth Ferry Terminal
21.4 mi Poole Ferry Terminal
21.6 mi Poole Quay Ferry Landing
Airport
26.6 mi 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 (sculptures by Simon Gudgeon): 25 minutes - Weymouth (beaches and amusements): 35 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Bowleaze Cove 14.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Weymouth Lodmoor 15.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Ringstead Bay 15.3 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Weymouth Central 16.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hive 16.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Hardy's Birthplace 8.3 mi

Mapperton House & Gardens 12.7 mi

The Tank Museum 13.3 mi

Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 13.9 mi

Montacute House 14.4 mi

National Trust

Hardy's Cottage 8.3 mi

Max Gate 9.6 mi

Clouds Hill 11.8 mi

Montacute House 14.4 mi

Tintinhull Garden 15.1 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

MINTERNE 2.4 mi

Beneath The Feet Of Cerne's Giant 3.3 mi

Piddlehinton - Buck Hill - Piddletrenthide - Piddlehinton 5 mi

BINGHAM'S MELCOMBE 5 mi

Ibberton Hill – Coombe Bottom – Ibberton Hill 5.8 mi

Local events

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

    Dorchester, England 8.6 mi

  • Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday, June 25, 2025 – Wednesday, June 25, 2025)

    Glastonbury, England 22.6 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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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?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  9:30 a.m. –  9:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon

    Please confirm arrival time with the site

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Lanscombe Lane Camping? From $26.82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.