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Northdown Farm

Dorset Dt3 6 Ed, Dorset, England
1 acre hosted by Northdown F.
Pop-up, tents-only, summer camping for the school holiday masses within striking distance of the Dorset coast

Few destinations could be better suited than this bucolic corner of the South West. Hugged by the dramatic Jurassic Coastline; dotted with a multitude of quaint seaside hubs and Hardyean thatched-roofed cottages, it is little wonder why this stretch of the south west coast between Lyme Regis and Weymouth has long been a popular pitchup point for campers. Nestled on the undulating slopes of Osmington Hill, Northdown Farm stretches through a lush landscape the locals Paradise Valley. It doesn't take much stretch of the imagination to see how it earned this celestial soubriquet – with expansive views taking in the South Dorest Downs, the sparkling Celtic Sea and the famous Osmington White Horse.

Taking their cue from the sister site at Eweleaze, the folks behind Northdown Farm have created a wonderful family-friendly tents-only campsite. Facilities are ample here with toilets, free hot showers and recycling stations. In a setting this sumptuous, content campers aren't likely to be hankering for the bells and whistles. But Northdown go above and beyond, delivering a first rate farm shop stocking produce from the organic farm's own reared livestock (Aberdeen Angus Beef Cattle and Soay cross Dorset Sheep) and an organic bakery boasting all manner of pies pasties and stone-baked pizzas. Your accommodating hosts even run a courtesy bus down to one of the surrounding area's many wonderful beaches.

With a wealth of things to do in the local area Northdown's relaxed atmosphere and old-fashioned earthiness makes it one of the best camping spots in a region already brimming with some splendid sites. What a shame it's only open for 4 weeks of the summer. But then, you wouldn't want too much of a good thing now would you?                              

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Location
Dorset Dt3 6 Ed, Dorset, England, United KingdomTraditional, ancestral territory of various First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Northdown F.Joined in January 2013
From the host
Pop-up, tents-only, summer camping for the school holiday masses within striking distance of the Dorset coast
Nearby attractions

This corner of West Dorset is absolutely crammed with fun activities and attractions. Just a few minutes drive from Northdown Farm lies some of the region's best beaches with something for everyone. Ringstead Bay (3 miles away) has great swimming and superb views of Weymouth; Bowleaze Cove (2 miles) is popular with the windsurfers; while Weymouth's bustling sands and Georgian promenade offers the quintessential seaside experience. The sister site, Eweleaze Farm (a walkable 1.9 miles away),  even boasts its own 1/2 mile private beach.  The 630 mile long South West Coast Path  stretches along the shores of Dorset and one of its loveliest streteches lies just a stone's throw south of Northdown Farm. The path also runs along the famous Jurassic Coast   An exploration of this famous World Heritage Site is a must.

Food and drink

With a dedicated bakery and farm shop on site offering some of the finest quality meat to stick on the barby grilling your own is the order of the day at Northdown. If you must venture out for vittles,  the Springhead (01305 832117)and The Spice Ship (01305 834651) are decent local options within walking distance of the site.      

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