Longthorns Farm offers the perfect place for camping or glamping in the heart of Dorset and close to the famous Jurassic Coast. Spacious pitches offer a relaxed atmosphere with campfires, star gazing and much needed quiet time - with the odd tank rumbling by or morning call from the gibbons next door at Monkey World. The site is on a small working alpaca and cattle farm and has plenty of woodland walks.
Why choose Longthorns Farm
Award-winning site in Dorset, close to the famous Jurassic Coast
Right next door to Monkey World, two minutes from the Tank Museum a fun day out for all the family
Located on a farm with an onsite woodland walk and alpacas to meet!
About the site
There are 47 acres at Longthorns Farm, used to produce hay and haylage. As well as being a lovely camping spot, the farm is becoming increasingly well known for its alpacas too. There are quite a number of them now - with some award winners amongst them. Longthorns Farm has a long history of farming and camping and has more recently also been hired for the private use of weddings and events, fabulous for a Wedding Weekender with The Parlour and marquee and all Longthorns has to offer As well as camping and touring pitches (with optional electric), the site also offers a range of glamping accommodation, from TippeCo tipis to shepherd's huts and eco-pods. Visitors enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the site, along with the glamping aspect.
Longthorns Farm is open from 01/03 to 31/12 in 2025 and all year round in 2026. Pitches from £28/night for 2 people.
"This is a very magical place especially for children"
Patrick L
"Honestly, the best camping trip! So much for the kids (and me) to do!"
Joanne J
"From the minute we arrived, nothing was too much trouble"
Gillian E
"The campsite location is perfect ... there is so much to do all within minutes of the campsite"
Rebekah N
There are 73 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options



22 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass camping and touring pitches, suitable for tents (up to 5 berth), trailer tents, roof tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. Electric hook up available.
Other accommodation

39 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Grass camping and touring pitches, suitable for tents (up to 5 berth), trailer tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes. No electric.
Need to know
Frequently asked questions about Longthorns Farm
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Site rules
Is Longthorns Farm dog friendly?
You're welcome to bring up to three dogs per camping stay or, if glamping, one pooch, provided they are kept on a lead whilst onsite and well-supervised.
Are BBQs/campfires allowed at Longthorns Farm?
BBQs are welcome, provided they are kept raised above the ground, and fire pits are also available to hire (you're welcome to bring your own if preferred) - wood is sold onsite. Open campfires are not permitted.
What time is check-in/out at Longthorns Farm?
If camping/touring, check-in is from noon-8pm and between 2pm-8pm for electric pitches. Check-in for glamping is from 4pm-8pm. You must vacate your camping or touring pitch by noon or, if glamping, before 10am on the day of departure.
Does Longthorns Farm have a quiet time or noise policy?
Yes, the site operates a quiet policy between 11pm and 8am, the site ask that all music is switched off after 10pm.
Pitches
Does Longthorns Farm allow awnings, gazebos or pup tents?
Awnings, gazebos and pup tents are allowed on site for a small charge.
Can I park near my pitch at Longthorns Farm? Or Is there parking adjacent to the pitch?
Yes, you are welcome to park alongside your pitch.
Facilities
Is there WiFi at Longthorns Farm?
Sorry, there is no WiFi available onsite.
What's nearby
What are the nearest public transport links to Longthorns Farm?
Wool Bridge bus stop is a 25 minute walk from the site. The nearest train station is Wool which is a 30 minute walk from the site.
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