Logistics / travel

Despite its peaceful woodland setting, the barn is easily accessible by both car and train, making it a convenient location for guests travelling from London, the South Coast and beyond.

Car

Woodsmoke is easily reached by car, with good road links from the A31 and A35.

  • Around 2.5 hours from London

  • Around 1 hour from Southampton

  • Around 45 minutes from Bournemouth

There is ample on-site parking available for guests, making arrival simple for both small groups and larger gatherings.

Taxis & Local Transport

As Woodsmoke is set in a rural location, taxis should be pre-booked in advance, especially for larger groups or evening travel.

A few reliable local options include:

Local taxi services cover the wider Purbeck area, including Wareham, Wool, Lulworth and Corfe Castle.

Address

The Woodsmoke
Cedar Barn
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 5DG

Train

The nearest stations are Wareham and Wool, both of which are on the main line from London Waterloo.

  • London Waterloo → Wareham: approx. 2 hours 15 minutes

  • London Waterloo → Wool: approx. 2 hours 20 minutes

From either station, Woodsmoke is a short taxi journey into the Purbeck countryside.