Camping in Southern England
61 campsites in England, South
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On the banks of the Thames, not far from Henley-on-Thames, you will find the picturesque village of Hurley, where some buildings date back to 1086. Just outside the village is Hurley Riverside Park, which has been family-run since 1926 and provides facilities for holiday homes, touring units, tents and moorings for boats.
Morn Hill Caravan and Motorhome Club is an ideal overnight stop prior to a cross-channel sailing, being just 14 miles from Southhampton. It is also ideal for exploring Winchester and the local area, including the South Downs Way, with both Beaulieu Motor Museum and the New Forest only a 40-minute drive away.
Southland Caravan and Motorhome Club site is located in the grounds of a former nursery and it has matured nicely with many attractive shrubs and trees. The pleasant surroundings have won many awards. In the peaceful country setting of the Arreton valley, it is a sheltered and well run park with 151 large, level pitches (some seasonal) backing on to and separated by high hedging. Comfortable and spacious, all have 10/16 amp electricity and 6 are serviced. Two acres of land on the western edge of the park overlooking the valley have been developed as a nature area. Nearby are the villages of Arreton and Newchurch.
Black Knowl (New Forest) Caravan and Motorhome Club site is within what was once the royal hunting forest of William the Conqueror and now a beautiful National Park. It has an open, peaceful aspect while being conveniently located within walking distance of Brockenhurst. The site is in a wonderful setting in the forest and in October at night, stags can be heard roaring in the forest, along with owls and other forest creatures. The town offers plenty of good quality restaurants, places of interest and shopping treats to keep everyone in the family happy on their holiday. The site has 130 grass or hardstanding pitches of which 18 are serviced. All have 16 amp electricity.
Part of the Shorefield Group, this is a peaceful, family-friendly holiday complex featuring caravan holiday homes set on the edge of the Hurn & Avon Forest in Dorset, ideally located near Bournemouth and with a range of fantastic on-site facilities. There's something for everyone at Oakdene Forest Park. With woodland walks and Dorset's sandy beaches right on your doorstep, you'll be spoilt for choice for things to do. Fantastic accommodation for all budgets, fully equipped gym, live acts & entertainment, Go Active Activities and VRoom. Access to all of their pools, bars and first-class entertainment are at no extra cost when you book your holiday with them. They understand that not everyone wants the same thing from their holiday, which is why their range of accommodation is designed to suit a variety of tastes. With over 80 brand new caravans introduced in 2018, with modern interiors and equipped with everything you could need, it's no wonder their guests come back time and time again.
Wyatts Covert Caravan and Motorhome Club site is surrounded by trees so that you feel tucked away in a green oasis. It is well located to suit the tastes of every mood - the non-stop action and shopping of London is only 18 miles away, and the site is also ideal for visiting small picturesque towns like Marlow and taking river trips along the Thames. Nearby Denham station takes you into Marylebone, with easy access to the underground system, stopping at Wembley Stadium, the venue for extensive sporting and music events. Some aircraft noise can be heard from the site. The site is outside of the London Low Emissions Zone (LEZ). The site has 50 hardstanding pitches all with 16 amp electricity.
Whitecliff Bay is a very large complex divided by a main road, with a holiday home and chalet park on the right-hand side (230 units) and a large area on the left-hand side also dedicated to static caravans with a decreasing area at the bottom of the hill available to touring units.
Lytton Lawn is the touring arm of Shorefield Country Park, a nearby holiday home park and leisure centre. Set in eight acres, it provides 135 marked pitches with some seasonal available. These include 53 premier pitches (hardstanding, 16A electricity, pitch light, water and waste water outlet) in a grassy, hedged area – this section, with its heated toilet block, is open for a longer season. The rest of the pitches, all with electricity, are in the adjoining, but separate, sloping field, edged with mature trees and hedges and with a further toilet block. The larger reception and well stocked shop make this a good, comfortable, self-sufficient site.
New Forest Caravan and Motorhome Club site is just 3 miles away from the pleasant village of Bransgore, you can find one the UK’s best caravan sites in the New Forest National Park. The site was originally part of a Second World War airfield. In fact, parts of the original runway still exist and there is also a memorial to the New Forest Airfields just to the north of the site. The site has 275 grass/hardstanding pitches including 13 serviced. All have electricity 16amp.
Henley Four Oaks Caravan and Motorhome Club site is within walking distance of Henley-on-Thames, noted for its world-famous Regatta. It is a popular site close to both the M4 and the M40 on the road to Marlow. Close to many tourist attractions and an excellent location for the many festivals and events taking place throughout the year. The site is well placed to visit some interesting places including Windsor Castle, Hampton Court Palace and the city of London. Legoland, approximately 15 miles drive from the site, is a great fun day out for children. The site has a total of 81 predominantly level pitches, 55 on hardstanding and some with shade. All have 16 amp electricity.
As you top the rise on the approach road, you will see Rookesbury Park Caravan and Motorhome Club site splendidly set in tranquil parkland and filled with hedges and trees in the valley, with the magnificent Forest of Bere at its edge. For restaurants, pubs and other conveniences, the site puts you within easy reach of Fareham and the village of Wickham. A good choice for those with children, part of the site is reserved as a children's play and picnic area. As the gateway to the South Downs, the site is ideally located for shoppers and city visitors to Portsmouth and Southampton, yet also perfectly placed to enjoy country walks and the peace and tranquillity of the Forest of Bere clearings. If you enjoy the outdoors you will be spoilt for choice because the entire area is ideal for walking, cycling and leisurely absorbing the peace and quiet of the former Royal Forest of Bere. The site has 154 grass/hardstanding pitches all with electricity 16 amp.
Burford Caravan and Motorhome Club site is an attractive and spacious destination, with beautifully landscaped pitching areas, children's play area suitable for all ages and pleasant dog walk. It is conveniently set opposite the beautiful Cotswold Wildlife Park, a popular family attraction in the area with rhinos, zebras and leopards - your children will be enchanted. The Brass Rubbing Centre, superb gardens and narrow-gauge railway - all are must see attractions making for a fantastic day out. Burford Golf Club is about a 5-minute drive from the site and offers a good challenge whatever your handicap. The Rose and Crown at Shilton just over the crossroads has excellent cask beer and serves top quality food. The site has 120 grass and hardstanding pitches including 11 serviced pitches. All with electricity 16amp.
Adgestone Camping & Caravanning Club site is to be found in a countryside setting on the beautiful Isle of Wight close to the popular Sandown resort. A very well laid out site with some secluded pitches orientated towards families. Adgestone has a swimming pool (which will be open and heated from the Spring Bank Holiday until the first week in September) and a children’s paddling pool. There are many walking and cycling opportunities from the site. Beach lovers are spoilt for choice with the seaside resorts of Sandown, Shanklin, Ventnor, Cowes and Ryde all close by. Dinosaur Isle, Shanklin Chine, the Needles and Blackgang Chine should not be missed for days out. Adgestone Vineyard, overlooking Brading Down, is worth exploring for its spectacular views across Culver Down and Sandown Bay. Fishing is available on site in a private carp pool chargeable, also fishing on River Yar from 16 June to site closure free of charge. The site has 270 grass pitches (some seasonal), most with an electric hook-up point. There are also 12 Safari tents available for hire.
In a village situation in the rural western part of the island, The Orchards Holiday Park is a family owned holiday park with stunning countryside views and high quality facilities. The park’s neat 17-acre touring area has 118 marked pitches suitable for tents, caravans and motorhomes, on terraced or gently sloping paddocks broken up by apple trees, mature hedges and fences. All pitches have 10A electricity, 45 have hardstandings and 17 are ‘all service’ pitches, also with hardstanding. A separate area contains 65 caravan holiday homes (statics). There is an impressive, central Facilities Centre which includes all of your touring needs, washing up area, laundry, family bathroom and family shower room and much more. The Orchards is a good base from which to explore the island and there are two beaches within five miles.
This beautifully laid out 180-acre site encompasses no fewer than 13 (unfenced) fishing lakes and a central watersports lake too. Not far from the M1 and the A5, Cosgrove Park offers active family holidays as well as peaceful relaxation for anglers. Motorised craft are not allowed on the main lake, but oars, paddles and sails are encouraged, with tuition available if required.
Scotts Haven camping and caravanning site is Hampshire's liitle secret. Consisting of 6.5 acres of level, fresh and green open space, it has 35 both hard-standing and grass all weather pitches (with hook-up) that are suitable for many different visitors. Open all year and placed close to Fareham, Portsmouth, Southampton and Winchester the site is the perfect for families, friends and couples who just wish to get away from the hustle and bustle or everyday life. The site is and nestled in the Meon Valley. Nr Wickham. The site is level and close to the Forest of Bere perfect for those who love walking and cycling also, easy to explore are the South Downs National Park. Very convenient for car ferries from Portsmouth/Southhampton.
Shamba is a family run, very modern park although the aim remains to create a relaxed, pleasant atmosphere. There are 150 pitches, most used for touring units (45 are on a seasonal basis). Surrounded by trees, the camping area is on flat, open grass with 10/16A electricity available on all pitches. A Scandinavian-style building forms the focal point and here you will find reception, a bar/restaurant, takeaway and a shop. The indoor swimming pool has walls and a roof which can be opened in good weather. The park’s location is excellent for a family holiday on the edge of the New Forest and for visits to the resorts of Bournemouth and Poole.
Fishery Creek is set in a beautiful and quiet location adjoining a tidal creek of Chichester harbour. Of the 150 pitches, 90 are for touring and the remainder are seasonal. All have 10A electricity connections and are individually marked on level grass. From the park you can enjoy a paddle, a spot of fishing, or launch a small boat from the private slipway. Local shops, restaurants and pubs and a coastal path are all within easy reach and there is a new nautical-themed bistro near reception. Access is shared with the local household amenity tip which can cause congestion at weekends.
Originally part of the grounds of an historic house, this pretty family holiday park is situated in 14 acres of beautiful countryside in the valley of Stenbury Downs and Saint Martin’s Downs, close to the sandy beaches at Sandown, Shanklin and Ventnor. The camping field is set in a grassy meadow through which a stream meanders and separated into distinct areas by rustic wooden fences. With hard access roads, there are 110 spacious marked pitches for touring units and tents, all with 14A electricity. There are 30 fully-serviced pitches, 20 with hardstanding. The old walled orchard contains 40 good quality caravan holiday homes. There is also the access-friendly Orchard Lodge (all accommodation on one level with ramp access to outside), plus two self-contained apartments. It is an ideal spot for birdwatching and riding and for walkers and cyclists there is an excellent network of footpaths and cycle paths.
Hardwick Parks is the perfect place to visit if you are looking to get the most out of your holiday, as well as simply getting away from it all. With 180 acres of stunning parkland including two lakes, this beautiful location is teeming with wildlife in their natural habitat. Relax on the banks of the River Windrush, get an adrenalin rush from the huge selection of on-site sporting activities or simply take the time to explore all that the surrounding area has to offer, there is plenty for everyone. The site is perfectly situated for those who love the countryside, as well as being a stone’s throw away from the market town of Witney which has everything you could need.
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Southern England
Rich in maritime heritage and historical attractions, the Southern region comprises tranquil English countryside boasting picture-postcard villages, ancient cities and towns, formidable castles and grand stately homes, coupled with a beautiful coastline and lively seaside resorts.
This region includes Hampshire, Isle Of Wight, Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire.
What to see in Southern England
Rural Southern England comprises green, rolling hills and scenic wooded valleys, with numerous walking and bridle paths passing through picturesque villages with quintessential English pubs. The New Forest, well known for its wild roaming ponies, is a distinctive, peaceful retreat. Across the water is the Isle of Wight, easily reached via a short ferry trip across the Solent. It has always been a popular destination for those seeking a traditional beach holiday in one of the bucket-and-spade resorts. The long stretches of sand at Shanklin and Sandown are family favourites and have plenty of other attractions.
Don’t miss historic Carisbrooke Castle and Osborne House, the favourite retreat of Queen Victoria. The River Thames weaves its way through the Thames basin and Chilterns area, passing charming riverside villages, castles, stately homes and beautiful countryside, including that around Oxford. This ‘city of dreaming spires’ has lovely scenic walks, old university buildings to explore, plus a huge selection of restaurants, pubs and shops. Along the river, you can go punting, hire a rowing boat, or take one of the many river-boat trips available.
The south coast is a popular holiday destination for those looking for a beach holiday. Seaside resorts include Swanage, and Bournemouth, with seven miles of golden sand. Also along this coastal stretch is Durdle Door, a natural arch that has been cut by the sea, and Europe’s largest natural harbour at Poole Bay. Nearby, the Isle of Purbeck is not actually an island but a promontory of low hills and heathland that juts out below Poole Harbour.
Places of interest
Places of interest
Hampshire: Winchester, the ancient capital of England; Portsmouth’s historic dockyard and Spinnaker Tower; Southampton’s West Quay shopping complex and city art gallery.
Isle of Wight: Cowes; Sandown with Dinosaur Isle; Shipwreck Centre in Ryde; Smuggling Museum in Ventnor; Carisbrooke Castle in Newport.
Oxfordshire: Blenheim Palace; Oxford University buildings; Ashmolean Museum, Oxford; River and Rowing Museum, Henley on Thames; Bicester Shopping Village.
Berkshire: Windsor, with Legoland, Windsor Castle; Reading.
Buckinghamshire: Bletchley Park and Stowe Landscape Gardens near Milton Keynes; Waddesdon Manor, Aylesbury; Bekonscot Model Village and Railway, Beaconsfield.
Did you know?
Did you know?
- The Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, was the first museum to be opened to the public in 1683.
- There are over 200 scheduled ancient monuments within the New Forest National Park.
- The first Cowes regatta was held in 1812, and ‘Cowes Week’ is now the world’s biggest international yachting event.
- Quarr stone from the Isle of Wight was used in the construction of the Tower of London.
- The Spitfire aircraft, used to great effect during the Battle of Britain, was devised in Southampton.
- The first ever dry dock was constructed in Portsmouth in 1495.