Mayo Farm Yurts
Mayo Farm Camping & Yurt Holidays in the Heart of the Dorset Countryside.
About Mayo Farm and Shaftesbury
Mayo farm is a small holding situated in an elevated position on the outskirts of Shaftesbury. The small family run campsite and holiday accommodation enjoy uninterrupted views across to Melbury Hill whilst still being within walking distance of the town centre.
Shaftesbury is a thriving historic town with Saxon roots and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. In spite of changes in farming practices Shaftesbury has continued to play an important role in promoting food produced on local farms, mills, orchards and breweries by holding regular Farmer's Markets and food events throughout the year.
Shaftesbury is ideally situated for exploring the local area with its outstanding National Trust and English Heritage properties whilst also being within easy reach of the coast.
Our site is child friendly and there is plenty of room to explore ride bikes and make dens. There is a fort to battle over and hide in and rope swings for the more intrepid climbers. There is also a more formal children’s play area with trampoline and swings. There is also an area set aside for those who enjoy bonfires.(weekends only) A new development for 2012 will be an outdoor pizza oven which will be lit on Fridays and Saturdays on request).
On the farm we have two donkeys Barney and Moses fostered from the Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary. Barney and Moses are usually ready for a chat and young visitors often help with the daily grooming. We also have our own small flock of sheep, free range chickens ducks and geese. On a quiet evening deer, foxes and badgers can be seen amongst the trees.