A Rustic Retreat Nestled in the Cranborne Chase

The Old Forge has been in the same family since 1986. After 30 years of hosting, Tim and Lucy have now retired. Now the next generation daughter Sophie with her husband Alex and their two young children Iris and Woody have now taken the reins and cannot wait to welcome you!

The perfect family, couple and dog friendly retreat - glamping with your own hot tub, a quirky converted BBQ silo and fire pits under the stars. When you book, you are guaranteed the whole site to yourselves alongside your ‘neigh’bours Lily and Leya the horses, and bantams strutting the meadows. Come and experience the slower pace of life in an idyllic setting! Nestled amongst the wildflowers are two charming shepherd's huts burrowed at the foot of Fontmell Down and Melbury Beacon. 

The house will also be opening soon for Bed and Breakfast if Glamping isn’t your thing.

Accommodation

  • Woody

    Woody

    Complete with private hot tub and BBQ grain silo

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  • Iris

    Iris

    Coming as a group? Add Iris to your stay

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Dog friendly

A perfect dog friendly retreat. A safely fenced field for your four legged friend to bound around whilst you relax

Come together

Idyllic getaways for friends and family. Relax and have the whole place to yourself.

Cranborne Chase International Dark Sky Reserve

Cranborne Chase – Home of Outstanding Dark Night Skies as well as Natural Beauty.

In October 2019 Cranborne Chase AONB became the 14th International Dark Sky Reserve  in the world

Star gazing haven! 

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