The Daggles
Leigh, Sherborne, Dorset
The Daggles
Nestled on the edge of the stunning Blackmore Vale in Dorset, this small and secluded family campsite offers delightful back to basics camping. This is an off grid, tents only site with just six grass pitches, free from cars and surrounded by nature. Surrounded by farm and woodland, it's the ideal site to escape to nature. Exclusive hire is also available.
Off grid tent only camping with dedicated campfire areas and hot showers
Set on a working farm with spacious fields and stunning woodlands to explore
Just a 10 minute drive to the town of Sherbourne, 40 minutes to Weymouth
About The Daggles
Tucked away on the edge of the stunning Blackmore Vale, this secluded site is ideal for families and small groups of friends seeking an off grid, back to basics retreat but with the convenience of hot gas powered showers and 'proper' flushing loos! You'll find plenty of space for kids to run around and play games, build dens, and enjoy picnics. There is even a circular woodland walk that's suitable for off roading pushchairs, making it easy for families with young children to explore the great outdoors. Plus, the site is conveniently located just a ten minute drive from the charming village of Sherborne and around 40 minutes from the beautiful beach at Weymouth. The village of Leigh has a great shop that sells the essentials plus great coffee and snacks. With only six pitches available, the site is exclusively for tents and vehicles are not permitted, ensuring a secure environment for families with young children. Unpacking is made easy with wheelbarrows provided to transport your belongings from the neighbouring car parking area. Surrounded by a three-acre grassy field, the pitches are located around the edge of a field, and each one comes with a designated campfire area. If you're in a small family group, you can pitch a couple of tents close to each other, so you can all stick together. For a digital detox, this is the place for you as it's off-grid, meaning no wifi or power points for charging gadgets (although there is phone signal if needed). Ice blocks can be frozen back at the farm if needed. Sorry pets are not permitted on site. Exclusive hire is available for big family get-togethers or parties.
The Daggles is open from 24/05 to 02/09.
Site facilities include cold water only in the washing up area, and drinking water from a standpipe. There are two modern, flushing loos and two hot water showers in timber cabins, and there is a phone signal available.
Sherborne is about a 10 minute drive away with independent shops (including a baker and butcher) and supermarkets such as Sainsbury's. You can even arrange for supermarket deliveries. The closest pub is called The Chetnole Inn, just a five minute drive away (30 minute walk). The local village shop is easily walkable for coffee, essentials and light lunches.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 7 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
6 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches
Max 6 people
Spacious grass pitches for tents only. No electric.
Other accommodation
Exclusive Use Of Whole Site
Max 36 people
Exclusive hire of all six pitches for your group.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Sherborne area
There is plenty to do nearby. For those who prefer to explore on foot or by bike, the site offers a variety of local walks and cycle routes, from gentle ambles with small children that take in a local stream to more challenging hikes up onto the Dorset Downs and beyond. Guests can also explore the adjacent woodland.
those seeking a seaside adventure, the Jurassic Coast and its beautiful beaches are around 45 minutes away by car, via the county town of Dorchester.
A favourite outing for many visitors is to head to Weymouth (40 minutes) in the mid-afternoon for a splash in the sea and a delicious fish and chip supper on the beach.
Other things to do include:
- Cerne Giant (10 minutes)
- Abbotsbury Swannery (35 minutes)
- West Bay (40 minutes)
- Lulworth Cove (50 minutes)
- Stundland (60 minutes)
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