Camping in Southern England
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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.
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. it has 147 large, level pitches 30 of which are hardstanding, 6 of which are serviced the rest are grass including 5 tent only pitches (some seasonal) They all have 10/16 amp hook-up point. They back on to and are separated by high hedging. The site has comfortable and spacious atmosphere. 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. THE site also has 4 Safari tents to hire. No arrivals before 12 noon.
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 18 serviced pitches. All with electricity 16amp and 7 tent pitches.
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.
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. This is a very peaceful, spacious open-plan site consisting of 114 pitches of which 53 are hardstanding which includes 14 serviced 2 premium and 5 ferry pitches. The rest are grass including 6 tent only pitches all with 16 amp electricity. The lower section of the site is well-segmented by trees and shrubs to give each visitor a sense of privacy and shade during the summer months. Access and exit are by electronic barriers, and once you have negotiated the roundabout, access is good. No arrivals before 1.00pm.
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. No arrivals before 1.00pm.
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. No arrival before 1.00pm.
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 264 grass/hardstanding pitches including 52 serviced. All have electricity 16amp. no arrivals before 1.00pm.
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.
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 26 are serviced. All have 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.
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 pitches, 85 are hardstanding of which 10 are serviced. The rest are grass including 12 for tents. All with electricity 16 amp. except the tents. Earliest arrival time 1.00pm.
Home Farm is situated on a non-commercial farm site, offering amazing views of the surrounding Chiltern Hills, with good walks along the Ridgeway Path, Icknield Way and Red Kite Walks. Numerous local attractions including, Historic West Wycombe Village, The Hell-Fire Caves and many more. There are chickens on-site and possibly pigs or sheep, there is also a large meadow for children to play in. The Crown Country Pub adjoins the site with good food real ales and a beer garden. Other Local pubs, shops and takeaways are all within easy reach. The site also offers a good base for visiting the historical cities of Oxford, London or the River Thames at nearby Marlow and Henley-on-Thames. Good clean facilities are suitable for longer stays. The secure gated site which is often fully booked so booking is essential and best via the web site. The site has 32 grass or hardstanding pitches, most with an electric hook-up point. 5 Glamping Bell Tents available to hire
Holmsley Camping occupies part of what was once Holmsley Airfield in WWII, one of twelve New Forest wartime airfields and Advanced Landing Grounds. Now, the site offers visitors a unique forest base for their holiday and outdoor activities. Stay at Holmsley and you will have the opportunity to set off straight into the forest on foot or by bike. The rural villages of Burley and Bransgore are close by and not much further are Christchurch, New Milton and Bournemouth. Of course, being close to Bournemouth also means the site is close to the coast, and so pristine beaches and blustery coastline walks await at Rally Barton on Sea, Bournemouth, Poole and everywhere in between. The site has 600 grass or hardstanding pitches (some seasonal) most with electric hook-up point.
Diamond Farm is a spacious site five miles north of Oxford and within easy reach of the Cotswolds and Chilterns. The attractive, 300-year-old Cotswold stone farmhouse is at the heart of the site, along with a games room, bar and new restaurant. This is a small site with just 37 touring pitches. The new managers are keen to make improvements to the site including increasing the size of pitches by cutting back the mature hedges. The pitches are level and all equipped with 16A electricity. A number of hardstandings are also available. A separate field is used for tents and caravans (with some electrical connections). On-site amenities include a bar (with TV and full size snooker table), a well equipped play area and a heated swimming pool.
This campsite is situated within the very popular 350-acre Wellington Country Park, open to the public from March to November. The park contains a wide range of amenities: a shop, a café, play areas, twelve-hole minigolf, an animal farm and petting barn, a miniature railway (charged), four nature trails, a deer park and a host of play equipment. Entrance to the Park is included in the campsite fees.
Aldridge Camping in the Forest site is to be found between heathland, Blackwater Stream and Ober Water. This site truly revels in the beauty of the New Forest made up of forest, open green fields, heathland views and frequented by the New Forest’s free-roaming wildlife. Aldridge Hill site delights all that enter, and refreshes all who stay. Whether you pitch in the shadows of the ancient trees, next to the trickling Ober Water and Blackwater Stream, or in full view of a rich heathland expanse, you will discover one of life’s unique getaways. As you settle into your pitch, taking in all the site has to offer including the New Forest’s beautiful free-roaming ponies, relaxation will subtly work its way into your life. Once you are settled in, why not enjoy one of the many forest walks accessed directly from site. The site has 170 grass pitches, some seasonal. None of the pitches have electric hook-up points. The site does not have a toilet block.
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.
Red Shoot is set in the heart of the New Forest, on four acres of level and slightly sloping grass meadows. A simple, rural retreat with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and forest, it is very popular in high season. A cattle grid at the entrance keeps the New Forest animals outside the park. There are 110 good sized pitches, 50 with 10A electricity, served by a gravel access road. There is no site lighting, so a torch would be useful.
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.
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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.