Longthorns Farm
Wareham, Dorset
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.
The site is open from March to December. Stay from £25/night for 2 people (2-night minimum).
"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
3 x Shepherd's Huts
Max 4 people
The shepherd's huts offer a double bed. A wood burner, a kitchenette, rugs, all the things needed to make this your own special place. They can sleep up to four, with two extra beds, also a travel cot is available on request. Sorry, no pets.
Shepherd's Hut (Dog Friendly)
Max 4 people
Sleeps up to 4, with 2 extra beds stored under the double bed, also a travel cot is available on request. A wood burner, a kitchenette, rugs, all the things needed to make this your own special place. Pets welcome.
3 x TipeeCo Tipis
Max 4 people
Beautifully furnished TipeeCo tipis, with a rustic interior including oak Flintstone-style kingsize beds and two extra singles, solar lights and fully equipped kitchen unit. Outside is your own fire pit and seating. Sorry, no pets.
TipeeCo Tipis (Dog Friendly)
Max 4 people
Beautifully furnished TipeeCo tipis, with a rustic interior including oak Flintstone-style kingsize beds and two extra singles, solar lights and fully equipped kitchen unit. Outside is your own fire pit and seating. Pets welcome.
3 x Eco-Pods
Max 2 people
Budget glamping as an alternative to pitching a tent. Built for two, there are mattresses, a table outside, solar lighting, and fire pits available to hire. Bring everything except your tent and camp bed. Sorry, no pets.
Eco-Pods (Dog Friendly)
Max 2 people
Budget glamping as an alternative to pitching a tent. Built for two, there are mattresses, a table outside, solar lighting, and fire pits available to hire. Bring everything except your tent and camp bed. Pets welcome.
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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