The campsite for tents is now closed. The caravan site remains open through October for caravans and small campervans/motorhomes.
Find prices, dates and details of the campsite The campsite is now closed until May 2025.
Find prices and details of the 12 van caravan site Please note we are an all-grass site, no hard standings. During October advance bookings only, no turn up and pitch. Thank you.
Booking now open. Please email or call us to book.
You can get all the latest updates on our Facebook page.
Bookings
Email: downshayfarm@gmail.com or call 01929 480316 to book. We aim to respond same day to emails so if you have not had a reply, please check your junk or spam folder.
About us
Downshay Farm is a working farm in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck, ideally located for exploring the stunning World Heritage Site coastline. The Pike family has farmed here since 1956. The farmhouse is largely Victorian although parts of the house and some farm buildings are much older. The farm looks out over the lovely views of Corfe Castle and the Purbeck Hills. The seaside town of Swanage is just over 4 miles away as are the sandy beaches of Studland Bay. Local footpaths and Swanage Steam Railway also make exploring Purbeck easy, and we are a few minutes walk from Harmans Cross Station. Enjoy the sandy beaches of Shell Bay, Studland and Swanage or go rock pooling or fossil hunting at Kimmeridge Bay. The Coastal Path will take you along the coast to Durlston Country Park, Dancing Ledge and Winspit. The deserted village of Tyneham and its own bay is a short drive away, then follow the scenic road over the Ranges to Lulworth and Durdle Door. Local attractions include Monkey World and Bovington Tank Museum, and a walk through the RSPB bird sanctuary at Arne to Poole Harbour is recommended.
Please note our email address: downshayfarm@gmail.com
Information on other websites about our caravan and campsite may not be accurate, e.g. opening times and prices.
Don’t just take our word for it
We have been featured by The Rough Guide to Camping in Britain and the UK press. Find out more:
- Evening Standard – 10 of Dorset’s best attractions and camping spots
- The Telegraph – the best places to pitch up for local food
- The Guardian – review of Downshay Farm
- UK Campsite – review of Downshay Farm
- The Guardian – top 10 Dorset campsites
- The Telegraph – VW campervan tour of the South Coast
