Please note that this is a pop-up campsite, open for a limited number of days each year.
Situated just ten minutes from Dorchester and Weymouth, Donkey Down Camping at Culliford Tree is the ideal base for exploring all that the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has to offer. The spacious site welcomes tent campers across non electric grass pitches. Within easy reach of sandy beaches and great attractions like the Sea Life Centre Weymouth, you'll never be short of things to do!
Why you'll love it at Donkey Down Camping at Culliford Tree
Just a ten minute drive from beautiful beaches - Weymouth Beach, Bowleaze Cove and Eweleaze Beach
Peaceful site with spacious pitches, well-maintained facilities, a bar/cafe and countryside views
Within the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ten minutes from Dorchester and Weymouth
About the site
Set amongst glorious countryside, this peaceful group friendly site is perfect for those looking for a traditional camping holiday. Within easy reach of Weymouth's glorious sandy beach and seaside attractions, along with the South West Coast Path and Dorchester, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to days out.
The site offers 50 non electric grass pitches for both tents and trailer tents, each allowing up to eight guests. Pitches are spread across the spacious three and a half-acre site, each enjoying panoramic views across the glorious neighbouring countryside.
You will also be just a short 20 minute walk from the famous Osmington White Horse, with glorious walking routes and bridle paths all around.
BBQs and campfires are also welcome onsite, so don't forget to pack your cool box!
The site is also dog-friendly, with up to three dogs allowed on each of the pitches.
"Amazingly great atmosphere for all - kids, parents and grandparents"
Ingrida P
Open for weekends from 23rd May to 1st September.
Facilities and amenities
Accessible facilities
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Café / restaurant / takeaway
Drinking water
Family friendly
Shop
Showers
Toilets
W.C. disposal
Fires allowed
Near beach
Peaceful
Facilities include compost toilet blocks, hot indoor showers, washing-up areas and a hot water dispenser. There a bar and cafe which will be open in the mornings and evenings, along with fire pits available to hire and logs for sale.
Your nearest shop will be Spar, a five minute drive away. For food and drink the Springhead is just a five minute drive from the site.
A note from the site themselves...
Our site is very relaxed with plenty of space, surrounded by ancient historic monuments. You may recognise the same great facilities and friendly staff as our sister site, Donkey Down. You can pitch up wherever you would like, be it in a quiet corner or with your friends. Everyone is welcome, so long as they are considerate of the other campers.
We look forward to welcoming you to our fun and friendly atmosphere here, Tim
Small Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesJun 2025
Wonderful campsite, extremely friendly!
Beautifully kept! Well organised and very clean!
Highly recommend.
Lovely place
Recommends site
Nick M
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Medium Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesJun 2025
Lovely place! Will come back again.
Lovely site, car reccommended but optional
Recommends site
Silas C
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Bell Tent - Bell TentsAug 2024
The site itself was lovely, I booked a bell tent as well as two grass pitches as I didn't know about there being multiple tents allowed per pitch.
The person at check in was very nice, and the surrounding area has some nice long walks too.
Overall, I recommend, the only issue is that public transport doesn't come close to the site, so if you don't have a car with you, it'll be a decently long walk to get to/from the site.
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What time is check-in and check out at Donkey Down Camping at Culliford Tree?
Check-in is available from 11pm until 9pm. Please advise the site if you are delayed. If the site has not heard from you within 24 hours of expected arrival, they reserve the right to re-let your pitch. Departure is due before 4pm on your last day.
Is Donkey Down Camping at Culliford Tree dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcome to join with up to three allowed on each pitch. Please note, breeds and crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act are not permitted and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
Does Donkey Down Camping at Culliford Tree allow BBQs and campfires?
Both BBQs and firepits are allowed, though they must be raised off the ground and kept under control at all times.
Does Donkey Down Camping at Culliford Tree allow group bookings?
The site is aimed at couples and families so single sex groups of four or more guests are not allowed, sorry. Hen and stag parties are also not allowed.
Does Donkey Down Camping at Culliford Tree allow gazebos?
Yes, you are welcome to bring a gazebo, just add this to your booking.
Things to do on site and in the Dorchester area
Within easy reach of the glorious South Dorset Coast, a visit to the beach is a must. The glorious sandy Weymouth Beach is just a ten minute drive away, perfect for a day of sunbathing or relaxing in the calm waters of the bay. Other nearby beaches include Bowleaze Cove (10 minutes), Man O'War Beach (20 minutes) and Lyme Regis (45 minutes).
Keen walkers can enjoy the 20 minute stroll to the famous Osmington White Horse. The depiction of a horse and rider was carved into the hill in the 1800's and now makes for a wonderful part of a scenic walk.
For a day of family fun, Sea Life Centre Weymouth is just a ten minute drive away. The wonderful aquarium has over 1000 species of sea creatures, from fish and sharks to penguins and turtles!
Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens (25 minutes) is a must-see for any keen botanist. The unique gardens showcase rare plants and flowers, along with having the Robert James Workshop Wonderland Sculpture Trail.
Other nearby attractions include:
Lodmoor Country Park (10 minutes)
Alexandra Gardens (10 minutes)
Dorset Museum (10 minutes)
Nothe Fort (20 minutes)
Stair Hole (20 minutes)
The listing for Donkey Down Camping at Culliford Tree was last updated on July 5th, 2025 at 2:23 AM
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