Get back to back to the source in 2013 with a stay at Martleaves Campiste

Happy 2013 from the team at Martleaves Campsite! Why not celebrate the dawning of the Age of Aquarius with a meditative trip back to nature at the heart of the beautiful, jurassic Fleet Lagoon?

Set in 34 acres of glorious countryside, this is a site of special scientific interest (SSSI) and a haven for nature lovers and bird watchers, fishermen and all nature/water lovers.

Portland Harbour 3mins away offers excellent windsurfing, kitesurfing, sailing and fishing and the campsite is opposite a famed spot for cod off the Chesil bank.

Fresh, organic eggs at Martleaves farm

The chickens are currently very productive so if you're passing call by and pick up some uber fresh locally produced eggs (x10 for £2). And maybe some marmalade…

Martleaves Farm Campsite is located between Weymouth and Portland in Dorset on the stunning Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.

Set in 34 acres of glorious countryside, this is a site of special scientific interest (SSSI) and a haven for nature lovers and bird watchers. 
Nestling on the coastline adjacent to the world famous Chesil Beach we are lucky enough to have all the benefits of the rural countryside, the nearby seaside town of Weymouth, and Portland, the site of the 2012 Olympics. (more)

Fresh crab from the Fleet Lagoon at Martleaves campsite

We have the Fleet Saltwater Estuary just 300 metres from the farm, and across the Lagoon is Chesil Beach, approximately 17 miles long, all of which is fishable but some areas are out-of-bounds as they are part of a nature reserve. It extends from Chesil Cove in the east to Bridport Harbour. The beach slopes very steeply especially at the eastern end.

During late spring and early summer, mackerel shoal along the whole of the beach in great numbers. Most people target them with a feather rig which can be bought cheaply from all tackle stores. Mackerel are most easily caught during daylight in calm weather and can come very close to the shore as dusk approaches.(more)

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Fishing holidays at Martleaves Campsite

Come for a fishing break and stay at our farm, either in the B&B, self catering accommodation or in our mobile home.  There is a tackle shop just a 5 minute walk away and we have a fridge/freezer available for fishermen.  There is also a laundry room with washing and drying facilities and inside and outside sinks.

Bass fishing tuition is available by Mark Padfield: www.fishyrob.co.uk/Guiding/Mark/Mark_Profile.htm  
Cod fishing tuition can also be arranged. We have the Fleet Saltwater Estuary just 300 metres from the farm, and across the Lagoon is Chesil Beach, approximately 17 miles long, all of which is fishable but some areas are out-of-bounds as they are part of a nature reserve. It extends from Chesil Cove in the east to Bridport Harbour. The beach slopes very steeply especially at the eastern end. (Jurassic fishing dorset )

New Flickr group

We now have a Flickr group. If you are on here and have any pictures of your stay with us, please do upload them and add them to this group. If not, Flickr is a great way to archive and share your photos, get feedback, advice and make friends/connections.

http://www.flickr.com/groups/2131584@N21/

So please do add any pics you have or come and see us and take some soon