Edwards Farm

A aimé Quiet, remote location with stunning scenery. Very peaceful. Short walk up a very steep hill to Shaftesbury town, not for the faint hearted. The views on the way back made it worth it though.

I booked a 2 person bell tent, however, as the site was quiet owner Alex upgraded my booking to the 6 man bell tent. Really spacious and even though it’s June and warm we had to try out the log fire. Super cosy.

We liked the outside showering facilities and the portaloos very well maintained and clean.

We had some phone signal but we went away for peace and that’s exactly what we got.

We very much look forward to visiting again in the future.

Réponse du gestionnaire : Thanks Ruth, you were great guests, and very kind to help me sort my minor emergency. Appreciated.
Alex

A aimé Surrounded by the most glorious countryside with rolling hills and wonderful views the pitches are very large, flat and mown to allow fantastic privacy with long grasses and hedges separating them. This is a very small, quiet campsite with plenty of space and a choice of pitches well located to enjoy the delights of Shaftesbury, Duncliffe Woods and many amazing walks. The toilets are really clean and the showers afford you a glorious view of the nearby hills. We received a warm welcome from Alex on the day of arrival.

Réponse du gestionnaire : What a lovely review. Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it.
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Alex

A aimé Pitches - peaceful - friendly owner Alex. Stayed before as we live locally. Will be back again August.

N'a pas aimé Showers. Children not happy using them sadly, grown ups didn’t use either. Too exposed. Not private enough and water not hot enough for us all as tried to use these previous visits,

Réponse du gestionnaire : Wow R, did you mean to put an overall rating of 6? That hurts a bit, and will take me a long time to work off (about a year of 10/10's normally). I appreciate the criticism of the showers. I did apologise that the showers are not working well, in fact I am having big improvements to the heating system with 3 solar panels going in hopefully this week, at huge expense. Last years solar thermal panel needs a pump to work it, and my small photovoltaic panel is just not enough, especially with low sunlight.

I appreciate that the design is a bit marmite. Most love the outdoor feel and simplicity, others like yourselves feel they are not enclosed enough. I pride myself on being completely off grid and wildish camping but with comforts. I certainly try not advertise anything but that. Mostly people are amazed by the facilities we have for a small simple site. I hope when you come back in August you will feel the benefit of warmer water, but I can not promise much improvements in the design.

Just a small point for everyone, I encourage people not to rate the accommodation, unless using one of my Bell tents. I can not be responsible for owners own tents that they bring!

All best

Alex

A aimé We were looking for a peaceful break away from the rat race and this is exactly what we got. Located close enough to Shaftesbury. The site has basic facilities but that is exactly what we were expecting. Only 2 other (respectful) groups on the site during half term - tranquillity! Raised camp fires allowed!

Réponse du gestionnaire : Thanks so much for your great review and scoring. This really helps and is appreciated. Glad you enjoyed the site, hope to see you back one day.
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Alex

A aimé Location. Lovely clean toilet. Pitches spacious . Owner very welcoming. Will definitely be back next year

N'a pas aimé We as regular campers all over country just found compared to other sites logs were expensive for the amount given

Réponse du gestionnaire : Thank you for the great review. Really helps.
Point taken about the logs, I hope I didn't short change you. We always include fire lighters and kindling with the logs, and they are always seasoned and dry ash, but I may not have been as generous as normal. Better helping when you return!

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Alex

A aimé Beautiful, quiet spot. Being late in the season, I had the place to myself so it felt like nearly-wild camping with the benefit of a shelter for dining.

Réponse du gestionnaire : Thank you so much for the review, much appreciated. I am glad everything worked out.
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Alex

A aimé Nice level site in a peaceful location within a 20-25min walk from Shaftbury (easier on the way back :P ). Great views and excellent communications from the host. I would definitely stay again

Réponse du gestionnaire : Thanks Chris, appreciate your comments, sorry I was away when you came this time (and glad you got the car in ok), hopefully catch up another time.
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Alex

A aimé Everything. We had the best time. Clean toilet facilities, solar powered showers, running water for washing dishes/brushing teeth (inside a really cool looking wooden hut!). This also housed some helpful brochures so that you could see what is around the area etc. There were fresh planted herbs out the front too which added a beautiful touch! Firepits supplied for free and logs for a small fee of £5. Beautiful scenery around the site.
We were lucky enough to get a chance to be able to stay in the 6 person, wood burner stove tent. Amazing. Really beautifully set out bell tent room with some nice added touches. Amazing view. We were all so sad to leave! Alex was very helpful, friendly, welcoming and informative. Sent over lots of information before our arrival. Alex was away on our arrival so unfortunately we didn't get to meet him. But he had a helping hand, who was also very welcoming, friendly and available to help with anything we may have needed. Absolutely loved it. Peaceful. Would definitely go again.

Réponse du gestionnaire : Hi Jo, thanks so much for the review, appreciated. Sorry I did not get to see you, but glad Susan looked after you well, and you even decided to spend an extra day.
Hope to see you another time.
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Alex

A aimé Loved the field, small and cozy! Limited pitches, which is what we look for as we prefer quieter campsites.
Toilets are clean and easily accessed, separate sink for teeth brushing etc and separate washing up facilities. Great showers. It wasn't that sunny whilst we were there, so no hot water, but we didn't mind :)

We flew kites (bought from a nearby shop), walked and played. Perfect weekend!

Alex (the owner) is very friendly and super relaxed. Happy with most things, as long as everyone respects the rules he has in place (which are simple and mostly common sense).

We really enjoyed our stay 🤩 thank you!

Réponse du gestionnaire : Thanks Abbey, much appreciated. Apologies for the showers, its a new system but definitely needs tweaking. I am told it should produce warm water on a dull day, definitely not happening! Love to see you and family back again, glad you enjoyed your stay.
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Alex

A aimé Good place

N'a pas aimé It's hard to find. It's a very small and invisible sign.

Réponse du gestionnaire : Hi Valentina, thanks for taking the time to review, I am sorry you find it hard to find. We deliberately keep the signage low key, as unfortunately people will stop and use the toilets, and other facilities. This is why I give the post code and what3words address in the information when you book, which will literally take you to the gate.
I see you rated the accommodation, which was your tent, as 8/10, and I think you said you had just bought a new one, so I am sorry this did not work out for you, but there is not a lot I can do about that. Also we do not advertise WiFi onsite. 4G is all that you will get but sometimes that is not reliable, but again not really my problem.
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Alex