Glamping
With the whole camp exclusively yours, gather in the cosy silo BBQ hut, soak in your private hot tub, or retreat to your shepherd’s hut to rest up — ready for another hard day of relaxing in beautiful rural Dorset.
Essentials
What’s Included with Your Stay in Woody
Cosy 4ft double bed with all linen and towels provided
Check-in: From 4:30 PM (earlier by request)
Check-out: By 10:00 AM
Fancy a lie-in?
Late check-out until 12:00 PM – £30
Stay the day until 4:00 PM – £50 (subject to availability)
Private bathroom with composting loo and hot shower just 30 metres away
Faith in Nature eco-friendly soap, shampoo, conditioner & body wash provided
Tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and a few treats included in the kitchen
All firewood included for your stay
BBQs, fire pits, and a pizza oven available for your use
BBQ fuel available – £4 per bag (eco-friendly, light-in-a-bag style)
▶️ Minimum stay: 2 nights
Kids & Pets
Our children love it when others come to stay! For those looking to add a little adventure, there’s the option to pitch a tent for £25 per night, or we can set up our tipi for you — just get in touch for details.
We’re proud to be a dog-friendly property and would be delighted to welcome your four-legged friend. There’s a £25 charge per stay, and we kindly ask that you bring their bed, bowls, and anything else to help them feel at home.
Facilities
Your glamping stay includes everything you need for a cosy, countryside escape — come rain or shine!
Wood-Fired Hot Tub – Soak under the stars in your private tub.
Silas the Silo BBQ Hut – Fire up the BBQ or light a fire, whatever the season or weather, all under cover.
Pizza Oven – Includes fuel and complimentary dough ingredients — perfect for DIY pizzas.
Exclusive Glamping Kitchen – Fully equipped with:
Fridge and freezer (freezer available in warmer months)
Gas cooker and sink
Cooking utensils, kettle, tea & coffee
Local biscuits, marshmallows, dog treats, and fresh eggs from our own hens
Hot tub
You can’t miss our vibrant orange hot tub, set within a handcrafted timber surround that offers privacy and shelter — the perfect spot to unwind in any weather.
Getting started is super easy: just turn on the tap and let our propane heater do the work. The tub heats up in around 90 minutes, making this the most efficient way to enjoy it — and it uses less wood to maintain the heat on following days.
Now under cover with two open sides, you can enjoy stunning views up to Fontmell Down. If it rains, only your legs might get wet — and if it’s clear, you’ll be perfectly placed for stargazing.
We’re happy to have the tub heated and ready for your arrival — just keep us posted on your timings so we can make sure it’s toasty when you arrive!
Silas the Silo
Once a humble grain silo at Gourd’s Farm just down the lane, Silas has been lovingly transformed into a unique, all-weather BBQ and fire pit hut — now proudly settled here at The Old Forge.
With an integrated fire pit and plenty of cosy seating, Silas offers a one-of-a-kind space to gather, cook, and unwind. Whether you’re grilling dinner or simply toasting marshmallows, he’s got you covered — literally!
Fitted with four removable shutters, Silas adapts to all seasons and weather, offering shelter when you need it and open-air vibes when you don’t.
Hunker down, light the fire, and enjoy the warmth — whatever the weather.
Our environmental policy
We’re passionate about caring for our world and committed to leaving the smallest footprint possible.
At The Old Forge, nothing goes to waste — we recycle everything we can and make it a priority to reuse rather than buy new. We’re proud to say that most of what you see here has been given a second life, and we invite our guests to join us in this effort.
From plastic-free loo roll to refillable eco-friendly soaps, all of the products we use are carefully chosen to be kind to both you and the planet.
Breakfast
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Breakfast Hamper
Breakfast in bed? Yes please! Start your day the indulgent way with a hamper delivered straight to your door — no need to leave the comfort of your bed.
Each hamper includes:
🥐 Freshly baked croissants
🍯 Homemade marmalade, Very Berry & strawberry jam
🍎 Freshly pressed apple juice
☕ A thermos of tea or coffee of your choiceAll this for just £7 per person — the perfect slow start to your day in the countryside.
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Cooked Breakfast
Breakfast is Served! Join us in the farmhouse for a truly delicious start to your day. Our breakfasts are home cooked using only the best local, organic, or free-range ingredients — fresh, flavourful, and made with love.
🍳 £15 per person
📋 Pre-order required at least 24 hours in advance
📝 Pre-order formCome hungry — you’re in for a treat!
Woody
Perfect for couples — or bring the whole crew!
Families and friends are welcome to pitch a tent nearby for a small extra fee.
What our guest have to say
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"What a fantastic place to stay with everything you need for a cozy getaway. Sophie the host was very helpful and such a nice person that was great at communication and extremely helpful with everything we asked. A lovely rural area with beautiful walking routes, capped off at the end of the day in front of the bbq/fire before soaking in the spacious hot tub. The site had all we could ask for to accommodate our stay. Our first time glamping and it didn’t disappoint. 5 stars all round"
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"We had the most relaxing and cosy stay in Woody at the Old Forge. The perfect retreat away from London, with a great kitchen to cook some delicious dinners, and a fire pit for roasting marshmallows and cooking. We loved walking in the surrounding areas of the Downs, and playing scrabble by the wood burning stove"
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“WOW. We had an amazing time getting back to basics so to speak. Beautiful countryside, stunning views and the animals for company. Fantastic hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves”