Lovely Lyme Regis

Just got back from a short sojourn in Dorset; Lyme Regis to be exact. Luckily the sun shone, our never-before visited campsite was perfect and the Dorset regatta was on which meant there was plenty of child-friendly activity happening in and around the town. Highlight of the weekend for our two was seeing the life boat launch, and a simulated rescue operation - quite a visual treat and a lot cheaper than a trip to the cinema!

If you're looking for a campsite in this pretty corner of Dorset, I'd recommend Hook Farm, where we stayed. It's a clean, well laid-out site, with both pitches and static caravans, located just 5 minutes by car from Lyme Regis. It was packed with young families when we were there, plus there is a small play section and wooded area towards the back of the site which the kids can explore.

Aside from making sandcastles and splashing around in the sea, we also took a trip to nearby Beer, another pretty spot, and dragged the kids round Thomas Hardy's cottage, a National Trust property just outside Dorchester. Of course this excursion was slightly lost on the little 'uns but if you like your literature and you've got a passing interest in Thomas Hardy, it's a tranquil, scenic place to while away half an hour (though probably not worth making the trip for if you're not National Trust members).

Next up, our travels take us to the Lake District followed by the Costa Brava...can't wait to see some Spanish sunshine....

The lovely Hook Farm Campsite - find out more here...