Camping Frequently Asked Questions
Before booking or making enquiries by phone or email please read the following:
Q: Can I bring my dog?
A: Yes, providing he, she or they are well behaved and under control at all times.
Q: Can I bring my children?
A: No, sorry, strictly over 18’s.
Q: Do you charge extra for trailers, awnings, gazebos, additional cars, fire pits, dogs & entertainment?
A: No, pricing is per person, per night and that’s it.
Q: Can I walk to the beach?
A: Yes.. Hive Beach is less than 30 minutes walk (5 minutes by car).
Q: Where’s the nearest shop?
A: Modbury Farm Shop, 1/2 mile. Burton Bradstock convenience store and garage, 1.5 miles
Q: Are there marked pitches?
A: No just plenty of space to camp next to each other.
Q: Do you take group bookings?
A: Yes.
Q: Can I camp where I like?
A: Yes, except large groups which must be at the far end of The Mead.
Q: Can I play loud music all night & shout a lot?
A: No, all volumes must be minimised from midnight onwards (neighbourly respect) but The Shed is open until 2am at weekends.
Q: Is there a designated quiet camping area?
A: No, but the nearer ends (to the farm) on both sites are generally quieter.
Q: What’s the difference between The Orchard and The Mead campsites?
A: The Orchard has trees and so suited to smaller camper vans (and tents) with tighter access from Bredy Lane.
The Mead is a large meadow, less trees and accommodates larger vehicles, larger groups and is easily accessed from Bredy Road.
Q: What’s the ground and drainage like?
A: Flat and generally good.
Q: Do you have shower and toilet facilities?
A: Yes, we have composting toilets in The Mead, portable toilets in The Orchard as well as flushing toilets and (£1) coin operated showers on the farm. There’s also three showers on The Mead (free to use).
Q: Is there drinking water on site?
A: Yes.
Q: Will there be live music?
A: We have live music events or DJ’s most weekends and at least three festivals over the summer.
Q: Are fires and BBQ’s allowed?
A: Yes, providing they are off the ground.
Q: Do you sell bags of logs?
A: Yes, well-seasoned bags from The Cider Shed for £10 + free kindling if requested.
Q: Can I buy takeaway cider?
A: Yes, 2ltr containers of “Monika’” or “Sweet Jesus” from The Cider Shed for £10.
Q: Can I charge my phone or laptop somewhere?
A: Yes, from the Cider Shed (free)
Q: Is there a socket & mirror somewhere so I can blow-dry, straighten or curl my hair & do my make up?
A: Yes, on the farm next to the shower facilities
Q: Is there WiFi available on either campsite?
A: No, but there is guest WiFi at The Parlour restaurant (ask one of the team for password).
Q: Do you hire fire pits?
A: No, we have some complimentary fire-pits on both campsites but always recommended you bring your own.
Q: Do you accept twin axle caravans and large motor-homes?
A: Yes, on The Mead campsite.
Q: Do you have electric hook up?
A: No.
Q: Do you have chemical waste disposal?
A: No.
Q: Are there check-in / check-out times?
A: Arrive anytime, check in at The Shed between 11am-10pm. Check-out by 12 midday Thursday – Saturday and by 3pm Sunday – Wednesday.
Q: Can I get a refund if I cancel my booking?
A: Unfortunately we are unable to refund bookings if cancelled 2 weeks before the check in date. For cancellations outside this timeframe please contact us directly.
Q: Can I get a refund because it might rain or I just don’t want to come camping anymore?
A: No.
Q: Will I be charged for rearranging my booking?
A: Yes, unfortunately there has to be a £10 administration fee.
Q: I’ve booked tickets for one of your festivals but want to camp in The Orchard or The Mead.. not in the festival arena.. can I do this?
A: Festival tickets include tent camping within the festival arena only. If you would like to camp in The Orchard or Mead it’s extra.
Q: I’ve booked camping and want to know if I can book a table or a takeaway from The Parlour Restaurant?
A: Yes, but you’ll need to book in advance and contact them directly: 01308 897899 / enquiries@theparlour-bredyfarm.com or via the booking form on the restaurant page..
If your question has not been answered above please call Chelsea 9am – 5pm (unless it’s an on-site emergency) & she’ll be happy to help: 07442 003293
