A Dorset Experience in 2012

Good news for anyone who hasn't yet booked their summer holidays - The Caravan Club now has a temporary site opening on the 24^th August to the 09^th September 2012 at the Shaftesbury Estate in the tranquil village of Wimborne St Giles, Dorset. This site is exclusive to Caravan Club members and the price per night is £30, including Electric Hook Up (max 6amp).

Why stay at our temporary site at Shaftesbury Estate?

• It's in a Lovely Location

With approximately 5,500 acres of land and with the surrounding countryside being an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you couldn't ask for a more lovely setting. There's plenty to do in the nearby area as well, including fly fishing on the River Allen (on the estate), local walks and visits to local historic sites.   

• There's Great Days Out - Member Offers - in the Area

There's many activities in the surrounding area but why not take advantage of some of the member offers you will find in your Great Days Out brochure? These include:

Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Park

Offer: £1 off each adult's ticket and 50p off each child's ticket

Wagon and tractor rides, farm animals, 20 rescued heavy horses and entertaining daily shows

Adventure Wonderland

Offer: one free with every two full paying entrants

This is Dorset's number one family park with over 30 rides and attractions.

Farmer Palmer's Farm Park

Offer: 10% entry discount

Fun for families with children of 8 years and under. Daily 'Hands on' animal events and play activities (including the maize maze, woodland walk, indoor and outdoor play areas).

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway

Offer: Two for the price of one (Garden only, excludes April and May)

Home to the world-famous Rothschild collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, rare trees and plants.

The Blue Pool

Offer: Two for the price of one adult entry

A unique and tranquil beauty spot where you can enjoy walks on sandy paths along the magical pool famous for its ever changing colours.

• The Great Dorset Steam Fair 2012

The Great Dorset Steam Fair runs from the 29^th August to 2^nd September and is only a 15 minute drive from Shaftesbury Estate. It's an action-packed day out for the whole family. With one of the largest collections of steam and vintage equipment on display, including a steam driven funfair complete with old carousels, swingboats and traditional Can-Can dancers, visitors can get a glimpse into how people lived, worked and played in bygone years. As well as the spectacular steam displays there are also country crafts and memorabilia collections on show, over 500 trade stands to explore and five entertainment pavilions, each with its own programme of live music.

• The Bull Inn, Wimborne St Giles

The Bull Inn in the local village of Wimborne St Giles has received some great reviews on Trip Advisor. If you're staying on site it's a great place to visit to enjoying either an evening or lunchtime meal or to just pop in for a quick drink.

 

Whatever your reasons for staying on our temporary site we are sure you won't be disappointed. Let me know if you have ever been to any of the attractions mentioned or any other attractions in the area and what your recommendations would be for people to see and do.

For more information on The Caravan Club's temporary site at Shaftesbury Estate please see here: Shaftesbury Estate Temporary Site