Email: camp@westdorsetcamping.co.uk Tel: 07881 563571

Adults Only

Country Camping Retreat

West Dorset near to Lyme Regis

Coronavirus update

Hobby Farm Campsite is now only open for our 3 shepherd’s huts.    All camping pitches are now closed until end of March 2021.

Due to social distancing, Tom, the site owner, will be on site each day cleaning the facilities and answering any queries.  He’s available on the phone at other times.

Adults Only

Country Camping Retreat

West Dorset near to Lyme Regis

Struggling to find Us?

SATNAV USERS – VERY IMPORTANT

PLEASE DO NOT USE OUR POSTCODE TO FIND US – this covers a very large area and it will take you miles away!

ON GOOGLE MAPS find us by typing:

“HOBBY FARM HOLIDAYS”

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Is Hobby Farm Campsite For Me?

Camping at Hobby Farm is rustic and rural and is probably more suited for experienced campers.

We know that many of our campers come here to experience simplicity and to be left alone to appreciate our lovely surroundings.  As such, we do not intrude and leave campers alone but we are available by phone if you have any questions or you can always catch Tom, the owner, when he is on site each morning between 8 and 9 am and each evening around 6 pm.  

Our facilities don’t clean themselves. Tom cleans the toilets and showers twice daily and in addition, there is an onus on all campers to clean after use to maintain cleanliness, especially in these unsettling times. We provide cleaning products and disposable towels for this purpose.

Our two fields are not bowling greens!  Both gently slope and because we don’t allocate pitches, you choose your spot on arrival on a ‘first come first served’ basis.  If you are in a camper van, please remember to bring your own chocks.

We are not a campsite for large groups who want to listen to loud music or talk throughout the night keeping others awake.

The peaceful, relaxing atmosphere of Hobby Farm can only be maintained if everyone is willing to contribute and respect others.

Otter's Nest Shepherd's Hut
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near coast

pet friendly

  • Adult-Only Camping
  • Suitable for Tents - Trailer Tents - Campervans
  • 3 Glamping Shepherd's Huts
  • 15 Non-Electric Grass Camping Pitches
  • Fishing Holidays
  • Surrounded by Wildlife
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Looking for a Dorset Rural Retreat or Glamping Holiday ?

Relax and unwind at Hobby Farm, our peaceful, countryside campsite retreat in the heart of the Dorset Marshwood Vale, West Dorset, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are numerous footpaths leading to the nearby coastal beach at Charmouth and it is just a 10 minute drive to the bustling seaside town of Lyme Regis.  There’s also an abundance of wildlife all around the site with otters and ducklings to be found on the pond, horses grazing nearby and even a badgers set on the hill.  There’s also a  lovely country pub serving great food and ale just a 500 yard walk down the lane too!

Choose from our 15 non-electric grass pitches for tents, trailer tents, campervans or, if you are looking for ‘posh camping’ why not try one of our 3 well-equipped glamping Shepherd’s Huts, Otter’s Nest and Fox’s Den both  situated at each end of our fishing pond and, since August 2020, we have added Badger’s Retreat, in its own field and with ensuite toilet and shower.

Whatever you choose, you can be sure of a relaxing stay at Hobby Farm Campsite and wake up to the sound of birdsong or the distant church bells.

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BADGER'S RETREAT

Situated in its own field away from campsite with ensuite facilities.
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New August 2020

OTTER'S NEST

Situated on the edge of the site by the fishing pond with all the 'mod-cons' you need.
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FOX'S DEN

Slightly bigger than Otter's Nest, Fox's Den is situated on the other side of the fishing pond.
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Take a wander around the campsite...

" Beautiful setting, clean facilities and great shower, the lake/pond was full of nature and the view was incredible. The whole atmosphere is peaceful and very relaxed. Very convenient location for local sights"

Footpaths Galore

West Dorset is teeming with countryside and coastal footpaths and Hobby Farm is the perfect place to begin and end a variety of walks in a network of pathways. Go through fields, narrow lanes, over styles and alongside streams and farmland and watch nature at its best.

Peace and Quiet

Nature surrounds you at Hobby Farm and with that comes a sense of peace and quiet. With like-minded campers nearby (and not right next to you), can can be sure to enjoy space, freedom and tranquility.

Sea and Lyme

The seaside town of Lyme Regis is just a short 10 minute drive from Hobby Farm. Visit the harbour, walk along the promenade, play crazy golf in the beautifully kept gardens overlooking the golden beach or simply sit and enjoy a cream tea or glass of wine on the seafront.

HOBBY FARM CAMPSITE IS OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND BOOK DIRECT FOR OUR BEST PRICE

Opened April 2019

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Pitches and Shepherd’s Huts must be pre-booked  online.

Full refunds given for cancellations up to 7 nights prior to arrival.

Pricing

NO STAG OR HEN PARTIES

Our aim is to provide quiet and peaceful surroundings for all our campers.

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURES

For the Shepherd’s Huts, arrival time is from midday and depart by 10 am For adult-only pitches, arrive any time after midday and depart by midday.
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Peaceful site, beautiful natural surroundings, friendly and helpful owner, nice clean chalet style shower with hot water and electric point
Amazing campsite. Beautiful setting with lush green grass and a fantastic pond full of carp and some big pike if you fancy wetting a line. Tom was an absolute legend and let us have a fire next to our tent. Had a really comfy sleep on the solid ground. Facilities were first class. Was able to charge devices, get a hot shower and use a flushing toilet, all in the wilderness of a equestrian farm. Highly recommend for any one travelling through the area!
First time camping after 20 years and my friends 1st time ever. Was a fantastic find. Nice and quiet site with very new and clean facilities.
Clean facilities. Very peaceful. Short walk to nearby pub. Nice farm shop nearby.
Liked: *Beautiful campsite. * Very peaceful atmosphere. * Loads of great walks on your doorstep. * Waking up to a lovely view over the little lake. * Tom made us feel very welcome. * Fantastic value for money. Disliked: Packing up and leaving!
This was a very comfortable shepherds hut in a beautiful field. BBQ and coal included. Tom was very helpful and even gave me a few fresh eggs for breakfast. I would highly recommend.
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How to Find Us

SATNAV USERS – IMPORTANT

PLEASE DO NOT USE OUR POSTCODE TO FIND US – this covers a very large area and it will take you miles away!

ON GOOGLE MAPS find us by typing:

“HOBBY FARM HOLIDAYS”

You will find us near to the village of Whitchurch Canonicorum in the Marshwood Vale. From the A35 in Morcombelake, turn into Ryall village and continue through following signs for the village of Whitchurch Canonicorum.

At the Five Bells pub, take the right turn into Blunts Hay Lane and continue 500 yards along this road and go past Hobby Farm (equestrian stables with tall gates). The next turning on the right you will see the sign for Hobby Farm Holidays on the gate. Open the gate and drive up the track and turn left. The Shepherd’s huts and are in the field on the right in the bottom field.   Pitches are to the left in the top field.

Otters Nest is to the right side of the pond and Fox’s Den to the left.  If pitching, then go through to the top field to the left and choose any position that suits you. If the fields are very wet, please do not bring your vehicle into the field but park your vehicle by the entrance gate.

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For enquiries please email

camp@westdorsetcamping.co.uk
tel: 07881 563571

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