Hardyes Countryside Camping
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- Rural site in Dorset overlooking open countryside by an old Roman road
- A quarter of an hour's drive from Maiden Castle and Abbotsbury
- Barbecues and dogs welcome; wheelchair-accessible facilities
Campground type
- 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).
- Group bookings of 3 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- 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.
- 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.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
French
Open from Fri, Jul 18 to
Campsite types & availability
Primitive grass tent or trailer tent campsite
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom £25 (£25)
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5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 9m depth (54m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
View prices & bookPowered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 6m depth (36m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30)
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Reviews
98% would recommend this campground to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This peaceful, well-kept campsite offers amazing countryside views and a super friendly, helpful owner, Chris. Facilities are always clean and pleasant. Great for exploring Dorset, guests rave about Chris's local tips. Minor notes on water pressure or Wi-Fi are outweighed by overwhelmingly positive reviews and many repeat visitors.
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Beautiful little find. If you’re looking…
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Beautiful little find. If you’re looking for a relaxed break away. Fresh pastries & bread available.
Chris was a delight to talk with.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Excellent, quiet site, perfect host.
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Everything as described. Lovely host, who will give you loads of details. Bakery in plase was an absolute game changer!
Nice and quiet place.
Recommend to friends Visit again
The campsite was in a perfect…
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked The campsite was in a perfect location for exploration, with brilliant and clean facilities. The staff and owner, Chris, were friendly, welcoming, and helpful when needed. We will be returning to this campsite.
Disliked None.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Most amazing campsite, best family friendly campsite
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked Best campsite i’ve been to. The owners couldn't be nicer and more accommodating. Great location, lots of hidden extras such as a microwave free to use, notice boards with local events taking place. Toilets and washing room really close and really well maintained. We have had the best time and will definitely be coming again! Would happily recommend this campsite to anyone.
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It was lovely the staff were…
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked It was lovely the staff were very friendly and helpful. Me and family were very accommodated in every way! Really helpful info all available and delicious home bakes sold which is a lovely touch. Good parking options.
Recommend to friends Visit again
A lovely stay - thank you
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The ambience, location, simplicity.
The host's hosting skills, fresh pastries and good chat!
Disliked Pushing the shower button - but this is a minor gripe
Recommend to friends Visit again
The owner could not have done…
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked The owner could not have done anymore for us to help. He lent some pegs as ground was harder than I was prepared for and had many conversations around things to see and do in the area.
Lovely site - quiet and picturesque
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great views, chilled atmosphere…
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Great views, chilled atmosphere
Recommend to friends Visit again
Lovely site with friendly staff and clean facilities
Powered grass and gravel travel trailer campsite
Liked Everything. Lovely quiet site with friendly owners, facilities are nice and clean
Disliked Nothing
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We had a fantastic stay at Hardyes Countryside Camping.
Powered grass tent or trailer tent campsite
Liked We had a fantastic stay at Hardyes Countryside Camping.
From the moment we arrived, the owner made us feel incredibly welcome and went out of his way to make our visit comfortable. He kindly placed us at the top of the camping field, away from other people and noise, something we really appreciated with our 4-year-old twin boys, who are tucked up in bed by 8pm.
The information he provided about local family activities was excellent, and the short trip to Weymouth was a real highlight, the twins absolutely loved it.
Another lovely touch was being able to order freshly baked sourdough bread, croissants, and other treats right to the site, such a thoughtful detail that made our mornings extra special.
We would definitely recommend Hardyes Countryside Camping to other families and will certainly be coming back.
Disliked The shower block and toilets were busy in the mornings and evenings when in use by people. To be expected with the amount of people staying there so no problem for us. Very clean 👌🏻
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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 WatersportsAmenities 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 Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 sites) Pop-up campgroundNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Hardyes Countryside Camping
Higher Hogleaze Farm
Town Hill
Dorchester
Dorset
England
DT2 9ET
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.72596°N
2.5547°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hive | 7.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Weymouth Lodmoor | 8.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Bowleaze Cove | 8.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Weymouth Central | 8.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
West Bay (West) | 9.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
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 6, 2025 – Saturday, September 6, 2025)
Dorchester, England 5.7 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? Local attractions and activities include: - Dorchester: 10 minutes' drive - Maiden Castle: 15 minutes - Abbotsbury: 20 minutes - Cerne Abbas Giant: 20 minutes - Weymouth: 25 minutes - Lyme Regis: … 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. - How much does it cost to stay at Hardyes Countryside Camping? From $33.69 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.