4.9 /5
Gambledown Farm offers a family-friendly rustic adventure with four off-grid safari tents. Set in Hampshire, very close to the edge of the New Forest. Don't let that fool you, however, as there are fabulous farm animals to meet, beaches close by, 15 minutes in the car takes you to Paulton's Park, and even Stonehenge is only a 35 minute drive away. Pet friendly too!
Peaceful farm site set amongst beautiful countryside, feed the farm animals!
Glamping site with safari tents and great onsite facilities, including a playground
Situated just outside of Romsey, a 35 minute drive from world famous Stonehenge
This historic farm dates back to 1875 and stretches over an incredible 270 acres. It nudges the borders of the New Forest National Park, which makes for plenty of great days out. There's also elegant Winchester, 30 minutes away, world-famous Stonehenge within 35 minutes, and the Dorset beaches within a modest 45 minute drive. The glamping safari tents are set at the top of the field with views over the Hampshire Downs and Salisbury Plain, the best of two counties. The safari tents stretch across the site, sleeping six and including en-suite facilities for an extra luxurious stay. Inside each is a log burning stove, kitchen area with sink, gas hob and cool box - plus there's a BBQ outside for those summer evenings. Guests sleep in a large master bedroom with a king-sized bed, plus there's a second bedroom with twin beds and a sweet cupboard bed that sleeps two children. Meet the shorthorn beef cattle that calve each April, and in the spring, there are lambs to bottle feed. You can also enjoy regular pizza nights and stew pots, giving guests a flavour of the farm. There is also a barrel sauna available to hire. Located on a private road, it's fantastically safe for playing children who won't have to worry about passing traffic. Surrounding Gambledown is woodland and a living willow tunnel that brings alive the beauty of a stay in nature. Dogs are welcome to join you at this site with up to two well-behaved dogs per tent. However, please ensure that they are kept on a lead at all times.
Gambledown Farm is open from 01/04 to 30/10.
Max 6 people
An African style safari tent with an ensuite, a king sized bed, second bedroom with twin beds and a cupboard bed. Access to second bedroom through master. Living, dining and kitchen areas and a log stove.
Max 6 people
Sleeping up to six, these African style safari tents include an ensuite, a king sized bed, second bedroom with twin beds and a cupboard bed. All include living, dining and kitchen areas as well as a wood burning stove.
There's plenty of room here to play and get active or even get competitive with a round of team games. Finish every day with a visit to the horse, pigs and rabbits and say hello to some spindly legged new calves if the season's right.
A small shop onsite with beef, lamb and pork is available, so there's no excuse not to cook up something delicious in your safari tent and feast the night away.
Just south of where you are staying, the New Forest is an absolute delight for walking and cycling routes. There are too many picture postcard villages to count and this is a place where wild horses roam freely.
A few villages away is a stream that is perfect for a freshwater dip, and there are tennis courts to try out on the village green. Don't miss the National Trust's Mottisfont Abbey, which is a grand setup with a very tasty cafe, or catch your own tasty morsel at the Woodington Fishery, which is 10 minutes away in the car. Another unmissable stop is Salisbury Cathedral, home to the Magna Carta.
Paulton's Family Theme Park is a handful of miles away and has rides especially for little ones, plus fun entertainment for all the family.
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