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East Shilvinghampton Farm

Escape to a simpler life with Joby and Martin

What could be more idyllic than staying on a working farm on the Weymouth & Dorchester coast for your next family holiday? East Shilvinghampton has been a part of the Bartlett family for over 80 years and meeting Martin and Joby’s cows, goats and hens will be one of the highlights of your holiday in Weymouth, without a doubt. Their son Henry looks after the alpacas and you can take them on a walk for a small fee. Your canvas hideaways are situated close to the farmyard and offer panoramic views across the valley. It's the ideal spot for a family holiday in Weymouth and so close to Dorchester. Brand new for 2026 is a wood-fired sauna pod with stunning views over the valley, for a luxurious stay.

Life on the Dorset coast

The abundance of nearby beaches will leave you spoilt for choice. These include West Bay, the famous home of the Broadchurch TV series, and Chesil Beach, part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site. Throw in Charmouth, Lyme Regis, Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Hive Beach and Ringstead as well and you can enjoy a different beach each day. If you tire of the beach then pop into regal Weymouth, the favourite of King George the Third or ten minutes down the road is Abbotsbury with its mediaeval monastery and swannery. In the summer, Camp Bestival is nearby so the farm provides a great base.

What to do at East Shilvinghampton

There’s always something going on at East Shilvinghampton Farm. Where else can you wake up in the morning and walk a drovers trail, build a den or explore the farm while walking an alpaca? Farmer Martin is happy to stop by and chat and answer any questions you have about farming life when he is making his regular rounds. Children can play and roam freely on site within earshot while you relax by your canvas hideaway trying to spot deer, hares and owls. If you feel like cooking up a hearty stew, the farm’s honesty shop is well stocked with lots of local produce, beef and pork – or you can pre-order a wide range of enticing home cooked goodies from Joby. For a luxury addition to your stay, book a slot in the sauna pod directly with Martin and Joby.

Note that you can charge your electric car with your lead into a regular three pin socket (there's a small charge). If you are coming by train, Weymouth, Upwey and Dorchester stations are a taxi ride away.

What can you expect?

Dog-friendly
Order home-made Meals
Honesty shop
Pizza oven
Communal area
Close to the coast

What animals will you find on this farm?

You too?

What our guests like

Breathtaking view
Train station nearby
9 canvas hideaways
Sauna pod
Walk the alpacas
Dog friendly
No electricity
EV charging

Highlights of your stay at East Shilvinghampton Farm

View availability

Including wood for the wood-burning stove (1 pack per day)
Including welcome package with bed-linen, towels, candles, matches, washing-up liquid and other basic items
Private showers

A unique off-grid experience

The perfect adventure for children

Quality family time

Small scale farms

What do our guests think?

Meet your hosts

Joby and Martin

We are the Bartlett family; Martin, Joby and children Henry, Annabel and Georgina.

We pride ourselves in how we produce our food to the highest standards, taking care of the environment around us, and creating an idyllic environment for people to come and enjoy our beautiful piece of Dorset.

Welcome to our beautiful farm in Dorset where you can learn more about our farm. Do the Alpaca experience while you're at it!

Martin and Joby East Shilvinghampton Farm

Going without electricity is our greatest luxury

Nearby the farm

Time to roam? Step away from the farm and soak up the local culture. From hidden trails to heritage spots, here are out top recommendations for a perfect day out.