Holyrood Farm Campsite

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View from campsite
View from campsite
Great views and relaxed camping at holyrood farm campsite.
View of the church from the site
Main view from the back of the field
View over the right of the field, pitches continue down the slope if you want to be more isolated
Plenty of space for pitches
What a view
View across the site
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Great views and relaxed camping at holyrood farm campsite.
View of the church from the site
Main view from the back of the field

  • Wild camping half a mile from Shaftesbury
  • Spectacular views over the Blackmore Vale
  • Campfires allowed
The views from this Shaftesbury site, they are stunning. As is the setting: small and secluded Holyrood Farm Campsite is in Dorset countryside overlooking the Blackmore Vale, within easy walking distance of the pubs and shops of Shaftesbury. It's close to several good footpaths for walking too – or you could take things up a notch with a stagger up Shaftesbury's Gold Hill, the famously steep cobbled street used several times as a set for the big and small screen…? Those spectacular vale views are from Holyrood's working farm, with sheep, rare-breed pigs and Dexter cattle (standard), alpacas (less so) and a badgers' watch (nocturnal trips ahoy). The vibe is wild camping, but there's a shower available all season. Campfires – of course – are allowed, and food (and beery?) bits can be sorted 10 minutes' walk away at the supermarkets and independent shops of Shaftesbury. Following a successful start to the site and taking feedback received into account, the owners have added flushing toilets, a washing-up area and improved access in and out, along with on-site checking in, firepits for rent and wood for sale. A permanent shower has also been added, with plenty of room to dry off and hang your clothes while showering.

Site type

Tent sites 54
RV sites 3
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • 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).

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.8

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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

100% would recommend this site to a friend

99% would stay here again

What customers say

Peaceful site with great views and space. Jason, the owner, is a consistent highlight, known for being friendly and helpful. Facilities are basic but clean, with hot showers. Close to Shaftesbury for shops and pubs. Many want to return for the relaxed vibe and value, though more toilets are needed at busy times.

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Lovely campsite, gorgeous views…

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Sharlene C.

Primitive grass campervan campsite

Liked Lovely campsite, gorgeous views

Recommend to friends Visit again

A great find.

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Jane G.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked The views and the number of quality pitches.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Chilled and laid back site with great walks to Shaftsbury.

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Emma O.

Primitive grass campervan campsite

Liked A back to basics and chilled campsite nestled in the rolling hills of Shaftsbury.
Farmer Jason was a friendly chap and was available on site should we have needed anything.
Dog friendly and a lovley, off road short walk to Shaftsbury and selection of good pubs and shops.
Enjoyed our stay and will definitely return next year.

Disliked If we were being really picky then a hot water tap for the washing up sinks would have been a bonus. However the showers and toilets were clean and worked well.

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Sophie M.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Lovely campsite, beautiful views, short walk to Shaftesbury, decent loos

Recommend to friends Visit again

Such a lovely field with an…

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Kerry N.

Primitive grass campervan campsite

Liked Such a lovely field with an amazing view and clean toilets and showers. Perfect location to pub and town.

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We loved our stay at Holyrood…

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Clare S.

Primitive grass campervan campsite

Liked We loved our stay at Holyrood Farm. The setting was beautiful, short walk into Shaftesbury and the facilities were clean and in working order. Jason welcomed us onto the site and we found the flexibility on arrival times perfect. We will definitely stay again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic weekend camping .. will definitely return

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Loved the freedom to pitch where you like, clean toilets with lights that worked! 15 min walk to town so no need to use the car. Fire pits to hire ..

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Great location and clean facilities…

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Neil S.

Primitive grass campervan campsite

Liked Great location and clean facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy to find, and although only…

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Jason C.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Easy to find, and although only 10 minutes walk to Shaftesbury, you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere. Simply stunning views… Jason comes round to greet you. Facilities whilst basic all work and are kept clean and tidy. You couldn’t ask for more. Great value. We will be back.

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Lovely site, fantastic views and owner…

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Michael F.

Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite

Liked Lovely site, fantastic views and owner was very welcoming and helpful. We set up under a lovely Oak tree which provided some required shade for our two dogs and young daughter. Facilities had everything you need. Would definitely stay here again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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 Car parking by site/unit 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 Scouts 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

Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful 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

Type

Farm Large (51-200 sites) Pop-up campground

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Indoor pool nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal sites

Location

Holyrood Farm Campsite

Gascoignes Lane

St James

Shaftesbury

Dorset

England

SP7 0NA

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

50.99825°N
2.19545°W

Nearest transport

Coach
0.8 km The Town Hall
0.9 km The Town Hall
14.4 km Virginia Ash
Rail
6.7 km Gillingham (Dorset) Rail Station
10.7 km Tisbury Rail Station
15.6 km Templecombe Rail Station
Ferry
35.1 km Poole Quay Ferry Landing
35.2 km Poole Ferry Terminal
38.3 km Brownsea Island Ferry Landing
Airport
35.4 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

If you're a UK sort of a certain age and can remember the famed ad for Hovis bread, nearby Gold Hill is where it was filmed – and did you know, big screen buffs, that the ad was directed by one Ridley Scott? The hill is five minutes' drive from Holyrood Farm Campsite, so totter up it for yourself when you get there; careering down afterwards on a bicycle very much recommended too. Your tired legs should also make an in-town effort to see Shaftesbury's two museums, one beside the ruins of Shaftesbury Abbey and telling its tale, and the other back at the top of Gold Hill, telling the history of Shaftesbury via many artefacts from its surrounds. (Best to have a look at this latter on your first climb, to save having to trek back up.) Day trips are within easy driving distance away from Shaftesbury: try the gardens at Stourhead House and Kingston Lacy 20 and 40 minutes away; the Fleet Air Arm Museum, telling the heady story of British aviation, half an hour away, and Dorchester about 50 minutes away. Other good day trip options are Longleat Safari and Adventure Park, 30 minutes away; the small peninsula of golden sand at Sandbanks 45 minutes away, and the town of Bournemouth, about an hour from the farm. Or stay close to the site if you're around at the end of August, and use it as a peaceful base to come back to after days at the Great Dorset Steam Fair.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Poole Harbour Rockley Sands 32.9 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Harbour Lake 33.8 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Branksome Chine 38.2 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bournemouth Alum Chine 38.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Bournemouth Durley Chine 38.3 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Stourhead House and Garden 14.9 km

Longleat 21.7 km

Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 23.5 km

Wilton House 25.3 km

Haynes International Motor Museum 25.8 km

National Trust

Stourhead 14.8 km

Philipps House and Dinton Park 17.4 km

Little Clarendon 17.7 km

White Mill 23.5 km

Kingston Lacy 23.8 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Shaftesbury – Kingsettle Wood – Motcombe - Shaftesbury 1.2 km

Duncliffe Wood 4.7 km

The Donheads - Wincombe - Gutch Common - Barkers Hill 6 km

Donhead St Andrew and the Wardour Castles 6 km

Win Green and Tollard Royal 6.1 km

Local events

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

    Dorchester, England 34.7 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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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Holyrood Farm Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Holyrood Farm Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
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