Chalk Meadow
Highly rated
Dorchester, Dorset
Chalk Meadow
Nestled in the picturesque county of Dorset, Chalk Meadow is the ideal spot for a peaceful family retreat. With just 25 grass pitches suitable for tents only on a spacious grass field and meadow. You can enjoy views of the surrounding countryside and spot wildlife from your pitch! The site is just ten minutes from Dorchester and 25 minutes from the Jurassic coast, perfect for cooling off on a hot day. Be sure to also visit the iconic Durdle Door!
Ideally situated in Dorset's AONB, ten minutes from Dorchester and 25 minutes to the Jurassic Coast
Surrounded by picturesque countryside with lovely views, just ten minutes from Bowleaze Cove
Small campsite with spacious pitches, just a ten minute walk to the village pub
About Chalk Meadow
Situated in the Dorset Area of Oustanding Natural Beauty, this site is ideal for families who want a seaside retreat and to escape the crowds. Relax at your pitch and enjoy the stunning countryside views or go for a dip at Bowleaze Cove, just ten minutes from the site. There are just 30 spacious grass pitches on offer for tents, all without electric to allow guests to truly recharge amongst nature. Pitches are set in a spacious grass field with a meadow, great for wildlife spotting! Watch as the children let off some steam, playing in the field as you sit back and relax. A quiet site, yet perfectly located for exploring the South Coast with Durdle Door, the Jurassic Coast and Dorchester all reachable within 25 minutes. With a friendly owner waiting to welcome you and all you need to enjoy a peaceful family holiday, this campsite is a true Dorset gem. Well behaved dogs are welcome to join you on your stay, with plenty of dog walks nearby. BBQs are welcome onsite, but sorry, campfires are not allowed.
This site is open for the early May bank holiday, 17th to 20th May, 24th May to 2nd June and then for the summer holidays.
Shared facilities include toilets, showers and a washing up area.
There is a village store just a 15 minute walk away in Broadmayne as well as the Black Dog Pub for some tasty meals out. For a larger shop there is a Morrisons Daily just ten minutes away.
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 30 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
30 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 4 people
Non electric 10m x 10m grass pitches suitable for tents only set on a spacious meadow.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Dorchester area
There is plenty to do in the surrounding area, just ten minutes away is Bowleaze Cove, a great swimming spot. Or walk along the South coast path from site and find the ancient ruins and rock formations. The Jurassic Coast is also just 25 minutes away and is home to a number of picturesque beaches. Be sure to visit Durdle Door too!
Head to the historic town of Dorchester, just ten minutes from the site, and wonder around the quaint shops and restaurants or dive into the history of the area and visit the Dorset Museum.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Xtreme Falconry at Dorset Falconry Park (10 minutes)
- Monkey World (15 minutes)
- The Tank Museum (20 minutes)
- Weymouth (20 minutes)
- Chesil Beach (30 minutes)
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