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Ammonite Cottage
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Ammonite Cottage

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50.733°N, 2.753°W
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The morning light slants through deep-set windows onto stone floors that have seen centuries of Yorkshire footfall, and somewhere in the village beyond, a robin's call cuts through the stillness.

This is one for couples after a proper roof and a comfortable bed rather than canvas and guy ropes — the guest house rooms offer a traditional B&B feel, while the camping pod gives you a bit more independence if you're travelling with a restless dog or just prefer your own front door. It's open all year, so works for windswept winter walkers as much as summer explorers, though you'll want to ask about bringing your four-legged friend when you book. The location puts you in classic fossil-hunting country, where the Jurassic coast or the limestone scars of the Dales are never far, depending on which corner of the region you're heading for.

Facilities aren't listed in detail, so call ahead to check what's available onsite and whether campfires are permitted when you arrive. Expect a quiet, low-key base — the sort of place where you unpack once and use it as a springboard for long days out on the hills or the coast.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
24°C
Clear
8 mph
60%
7-Day Outlook
Today
25° / 13°
0%
Tue
22° / 17°
86%
Wed
23° / 14°
14%
Thu
21° / 12°
6%
Fri
21° / 9°
31%
Sat
22° / 12°
18%
Sun
23° / 12°
26%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

12 routes found via OpenStreetMap

South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury)

Climbs steeply out of Seatown with dramatic ascents and descents along clifftop terrain – not suitable for buggies or young children due to steep gradients and exposed edges. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. This challenging section rewards with stunning Jurassic Coast views, passing Golden Cap (the highest point on the south coast) and historic Chapel Hill before descending into picturesque Abbotsbury. Expect 4-6 hours of strenuous walking with significant elevation gain.

Hiking routeNational trail
5.63 km from campsite
Operator: National Trails

Hive Beach coast path walk, Hive Beach

Follows the Jurassic Coast clifftop between Burton Bradstock and Hive Beach, with gentle inclines on well-maintained National Trust paths. Suitable for families with older children (5+) but not buggies due to uneven coastal terrain and some steps. Dogs welcome on leads. Delivers spectacular views of Golden Cap and fossil-rich cliffs, plus direct access to one of Dorset's loveliest beaches for post-walk fish and chips.

Walking routeLocal network
4.19 km from campsite
Route length: 1.7 km
Operator: National Trust
Info

Langdon Hill walk, Golden Cap

Climbs steeply through National Trust woodland to reach Golden Cap, Dorset's highest point on the coast at 191m. The short but challenging ascent rewards with panoramic views across Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast. Uneven forest paths make this unsuitable for buggies, though manageable for confident older children. Dogs welcome on leads. Worth every huffing step for those knockout clifftop vistas.

Walking routeLocal network
5.79 km from campsite
Route length: 2.2 km
Operator: National Trust
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The Cogden Circular, Hive Beach

Walking routeLocal network
6.19 km from campsite
Route length: 3.5 km
Operator: National Trust
Info

Stonebarrow walk, Golden Cap

Walking routeLocal network
8.48 km from campsite
Route length: 2.7 km
Operator: National Trust
Info

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Pubs & restaurants within 5 km

  • The Bridge House
    Restaurant 0.1 km~5 min walkinternational
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  • The Potting Shed
    Bar 0.1 km~5 min walk
    Directions
  • Lord Nelson Pub and Rooms
    Pub 0.1 km~5 min walk
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  • Olive Tree
    Restaurant 0.1 km~5 min walkfish
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  • K. Yuen Chinese Take-Away
    Takeaway 0.1 km~5 min walkchinese
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