Please note that this site doesn't provide toilets or showers and so guests must bring their own facilities.

Get back to nature at Setthorns Campsite, nestled in a secluded location in the New Forest National Park. Tucked away in the forest, guests can enjoy wildlife spotting and easy access to a network of walking and cycling routes. There are no onsite facilities, with a selection of grass and hardstanding pitches to choose from, as long as you have your own chemical toilet. The beach and Beaulieu are also within a 15 minute drive.

Secluded, back to nature campsite in the New Forest National Park, surrounded by wildlife

Within an hours walk of Brockenhurst and Sway with a great selection of pubs

Just a 15 minute drive from the coast and Highcliffe Beach, 20 minutes to Beaulieu

About Setthorns Campsite

Guests are invited to get back to basics in this peaceful, secluded setting, with lots of wildlife also taking advantage of the site's quiet atmosphere. Campers are often treated to visits by free roaming deer that wander among the grand oak and pine woodland of the forest. There are a total of 135 pitches onsite, sheltered by the shade of ancient trees. There are a selection of 8m x 5m grass and hardstanding pitches with the option of a 16 amp electic hook up, along with larger 10.5m x 7.25m XL electric hardstanding pitches. For those wanting to enjoy a spot of al fresco dining, opt for one of the 38 select electric hardstanding pitches that come with the benefit of their own picnic bench. These pitches measure 9m x 5m. All of the grass pitches welcome both tents and tourers, whilst the hardstanding pitches allow just caravans, campervans, RVs and motorhomes. Up to six guests are permitted per pitch, with plenty of space for everyone to spread out. There are also pitches available for seasonal use. Evenings can also be spent cooking up dinner on a charcoal or gas BBQ, as long as it is raised from the ground. Disposable BBQs and fire pits are prohibited. Four-legged friends can also join you for your stay, with up to three permitted per pitch. Please note, there are no toilets or showers onsite so all guests must have access to their own chemical toilet.

Setthorns Campsite is open all year round in 2024 and 2025.


Facilities and amenities

There are no toilets or showers onsite. A chemical toilet is required when staying here, with a chemical toilet disposal point and drinking water taps available.

There are many pubs within a five minute drive including the Hare and Hounds, The Silver Hind and The New Wheel Inn. A Co-op is also a five minute drive away for picking up any essentials.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets on site

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilet

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal

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WiFi


Map and address

Park address

Setthorns Campsite,

Wootton, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 5WA

Coordinates

50.8021, -1.6281 | SU 26 0

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Setthorns Campsite is ideal for...

Couples

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 141 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

15 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass 8m x 5m pitches without electric. Suitable for tents, caravans, campervans, RVs and motorhomes.

2 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass 8m x 5m pitches with electric. Suitable for tents only.

22 x Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

Hardstanding 8m x 5m pitches without electric. Suitable for caravans, campervans, RVs and motorhomes.

52 x Standard Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

Hardstanding 8m x 5m pitches with 16 amp electric. Suitable for caravans, campervans, RVs and motorhomes.

43 x Select Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

Pitches positioned with prime location on the campsite, with 16 amp electric hook up and a picnic bench. Pitch size 9m x 5m. Suitable for caravans, campervans, RVs and motorhomes.

6 x XL Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

Hardstanding 10.5m x 7.25m pitches with 16 amp electric. Suitable for caravans, campervans, RVs and motorhomes.


Seasonal Pitches

Pitches available for seasonal use.


Setthorns Campsite reviews

4.66 /5

31 reviews

97%

would recommend

Overall
4.66
Location
4.9
Value for money
4.58
Service
4.87
Facilities
4.19
Cleanliness
4.77

"Was really nice being in the woods with the mix of the wildlife"

Kerry S - May 2024

"Had the whole area to ourselves, with the exception of the ponies wandering through. Absolute heaven"

Paul H - Apr 2024


Peaceful site in great location

Louise T

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Sprinter-Type Campervan - Standard Electric Hardstanding PitchesNov 2024

Open all year, a good place to stay for beautiful walks in the New Forest. Pitches amongst the trees, but semi hard standing so no issues if wet. Quite expensive for minimal facilities - water, waste and EHU. Would stay again in the winter months.

Awesome place!

George H

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Sprinter-Type Campervan - Non Electric Hardstanding PitchesNov 2024

This is a lovely and peaceful place to stay with incredibly nice staff!

What a great campsite!

Stuart F

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Sprinter-Type Campervan - Standard Electric Hardstanding PitchesNov 2024

This was our first stay at Setthorns in the New Forest and we were pleasantly surprised. If you enjoy actually being in the forest, with a good variety of hard standing or grass pitches with or without electricity and really wonderful walking and cycling paths, then this is for you. As long as you have your own toilet and washing facilities. We'll certainly be going back!

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FAQ

Check-in is from 1pm until 8pm, check out is before 11am on your last day.

Yes, up to three dogs are allowed per pitch.

Open fires are not permitted. Barbecues must be raised off the ground, charcoal and gas only and extinguished by 9pm. Disposable BBQs are not permitted. BBQs may be banned in hot and dry weather, due to surrounding woodlands.

The site does not accept group bookings unless by prior arrangement.

The site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities. One chemical toilet is required per pitch and will be checked on arrival.

Awnings and gazebos are permitted for a small nightly charge, pup tents are free of charge.


The New Forest and surrounding area offers visitors a whole range of fun activities and family days out to enjoy. You can go horse riding and cycling in the forest or head a little further afield to one of the area's many attractions.

If travelling with the kids, a trip to Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World (25 minutes) is a must. Home to rollercoasters, shows, child friendly rides, animals and more, there is plenty to keep the whole gang busy!

A 20 minute drive will also take you to The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu. A family friendly attraction home to over 250 vintage cars and fascinating exhibitions like World of Top Gear and the Special Operations Executive of WWII.

Other nearby attractions include:

  • New Forest Wildlife Park (20 minutes)
  • Longdown Activity Farm (20 minutes)
  • Snowtrax Alpine Activity Centre and Snowsports Shop (25 minutes)
  • Bournemouth Pier (30 minutes)
  • Sandbanks Beach (40 minutes)
The listing for Setthorns Campsite was last updated on December 20th, 2024 at 7:36 AM

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