# Happyard

> Off-grid eco alpaca farm campsite in the Dorset AONB near Dorchester — tent pitches and 5m bell tents, animal meets, Hardy Monument views.

Welcome to Happyard at Bride Valley Farm, Higher Kingston Russell near Dorchester — an off-grid eco farm and alpaca centre deep in the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Licence 8213; hosted by Tina Hardiman.

It’s all about animals and the countryside here. A herd of friendly woolly alpacas call Happyard home, alongside horses, ponies, guinea pigs and more. Guests can meet the herd, book guided alpaca walks (lesson, walk, feed and light refreshments — picnic welcome), shorter meet-and-greets aimed at younger children, or bookable alpaca therapy sessions (up to two people, up to three hours in a quiet paddock). Some feeding/meet activities are free for campers on set weekdays — book with Tina on the number in your confirmation. Walks, parties and therapy are typically bookable extras.

The camping field is roomy and rural, with green views toward the Hardy Monument. Pitch your own tent or trailer tent on non-electric grass (no touring caravans or motorhomes), or stay in a pre-erected 5m bell tent — choose a basic shell or the cozy set-up with airbeds, firepit kit, camping stove and welcome pack. Firepits and barbecues are allowed when weather permits (never inside hired tents). One gazebo/awning and picnic space by the pitch keep outdoor living easy.

Facilities are intentionally simple and shared: toilets (including portaloos), showers and a washing-up area in the main yard. Communal plates, cups and cutlery are usually available at the washing-up area for glampers. Because Happyard is fully off-grid, please bring drinking water and a strong torch — parts of the field are unlit after dark. Parking is by your pitch (two cars included on seeded rates).

You’re brilliantly placed for Dorset days out: Bridport about 10–13 minutes, Dorchester ~15 minutes, Weymouth ~25 minutes, and Jurassic Coast favourites Charmouth, Lyme Regis and West Bay within roughly 30–35 minutes. Abbotsbury Swannery and the Cerne Abbas Giant are nearby; the site sits just after Winterbourne Abbas, minutes from the A35 — a handy overnight stop en route to Devon or Cornwall.

Season typically runs early April to end of August (confirm current-year dates with Tina). Teachers, frontline staff and DT2 residents may qualify for a direct-book discount — ask Tina with ID. Quiet, family-friendly farm camping with real animal encounters rather than a holiday-park atmosphere.

- Type: Place to stay
- Location: Dorchester, Dorset, England
- Booking: Book online on HolidayFox
- HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-1U7OL91ss7Hn/happyard
- Live availability (JSON): https://www.holidayfox.com/api/agent/availability?id=dest-1U7OL91ss7Hn

## Stay types

- [Bell tent (cozy)](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-1U7OL91ss7Hn/happyard/accommodations/acctype-E3qJbgcEbcqTbrhT/bell-tent-cozy) — sleeps up to 5. A Happyard Cozy Bell Tent includes 1 double air bed and 3 single air beds (*if you require a different arrange of airbeds instead please contact us at least 5 days in advance), fire pit/BBQ+one bag of firewood, camping stove with pots+pans+kettle, picnic table, welcome pack & a…
- [Bell tent (basic)](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-1U7OL91ss7Hn/happyard/accommodations/acctype-awn83fEoNlrdNve3/bell-tent-basic) — sleeps up to 5. Basic Bell Tent A Happyard Basic Bell Tent includes a fire pit/BBQ, welcome pack, a picnic table & a free family alpaca meet and greet with the alpacas (worth £55). A Basic Bell Tent can only accommodate up to 5 people. ~£240 Monday-Thursday. ~£190 Friday-Sunday. ~£210 Bank…
- [Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-1U7OL91ss7Hn/happyard/pitches/acctype-mOnIVg6DCpEs1xmu/non-electric-grass-tent-or-trailer-tent-pitch) — sleeps up to 6. Pitch up in Happyard’s roomy camping field with countryside views toward the Hardy Monument and the alpaca paddocks close by. Non-electric grass pitch for one tent or trailer tent — touring caravans and motorhomes are not accepted on this unit. Pitch size is generous; maximum 6…

## Suitable for

- Family
- People
- Children or Kids (3-10)
- Baby and Toddler (0-3)
- Couples
- Dog Friendly
- Pets
- Transport and Living
- Eco Friendly
- The Greener Camping Club
- Clubs And Associations

## Restrictions

- No groups allowed
- No Stag or Hen Parties
- No Smoking

## Nearby stays

- [Buckland Campsite](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-0DVx6WDKe61w/buckland_campsite)
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- [The Paddocks](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-jnIBoqXyHlmm/the-paddocks__)
- [Hobby Farm Campsite](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-RFO1boJWF9kc/hobby-farm-campsite)

## Nearby things to do

- [Abbotsbury Playground](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-OjZI54Xrejno/abbotsbury-playground)
- [Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-8kE-yfEc647a/abbotsbury-subtropical-gardens)
- [Abbotsbury Swannery](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-QNrbTwGiox4n/abbotsbury-swannery)
- [Abbotsbury Children's Farm](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-56AaQ2dPif3E/abbotsbury-children-s-farm)

## Questions and answers

### Where is Happyard?

Happyard is in Dorchester, Dorset.

### What can I book at Happyard?

Happyard has 3 stay types: Bell tent (cozy), Bell tent (basic) and Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch.

### Are dogs allowed at Happyard?

Yes. Happyard is listed as pet-friendly.

### Does Happyard have any restrictions?

Happyard lists these restrictions: No groups allowed, No Stag or Hen Parties and No Smoking.

### What is there to do near Happyard?

Experiences listed near Happyard on HolidayFox include Abbotsbury Playground, Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, Abbotsbury Swannery and Abbotsbury Children's Farm.

### How do I book Happyard?

Choose your dates and guests on the Happyard page on HolidayFox and book online.