Pack Pony Wild Camping in Ancient Woodland, Dorset

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3 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

There literally is nothing else like this! We walk the land, we sleep under the stars, our ponies pack the kit.

Dorset is a stunning county, with two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 40% of the county designated National Landscape. It is a complex network of rolling fields, ancient woodlands, pine plantations and the tracks and green lanes that connect them, and we get you right in the middle of it, camping wild in ancient woodland.

We take the work out of your walk by not only planning a gorgeous route, but with the help of our furry friends, Bob and Evie, the pack ponies.

​Meander through heathland, woodland & plantation.
Cross sparkling fords, take in distant views.
Visit thatched villages along old smugglers routes.

​​​Our route is carefully planned, tried and tested to give you the best experience with pack ponies.​

Walk further, camp wilder, breathe...

What's Included

Professional guide
tent and/or hammock fire pit fire kit & fuel water (at camp) plates, bowls & cups cutlery & pans washing up kit.
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
sleeping bag, roll mat & pillow. toiletries & towel for the outdoor shower. appropriate shoes (hard topped) and clothing for the weather. insect repellant & sun protection

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Drive into the Equestrian Centre, past Reception into the large car park - we're the horse-box with a chalk board sign with the name of our company.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Day One

    1 stop
  • 1
    Moreton

    We meet the ponies and pack your bags onto them before showing you how to lead them safely and setting off along the Arabian Trail and across Briantspuddle Heath before walking into our woodland.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Your Day in the Woods

    1 stop
  • 2

    Your day to do as you please - chill in the peace of the woodland, explore the area or do pony TLC and/or learn to long rein them around the woods.

    1 day • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Packing Out Day

    1 stop
  • 3
    Moreton

    We leave our little bubble of heaven and walk back through pine plantation, through Moreton ford and back to our starting place.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by The Ancient Trails Company

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