Holmsley Campsite
Holmsley Campsite
4.74 /5
Occupying part of what used to be a WWII airfield, Holmsley Campsite offers an ideal location in the New Forest National Park. Within a 15 minute drive of Highcliffe Beach and just 25 minutes from Bournemouth, it is the perfect place for exploring. Campers in tents and tourers have a range of pitches to choose from, including grass, hardstanding and the option of electric. Be sure to also keep an eye out for visiting New Forest ponies!
Peaceful family and dog friendly camping and touring site on the grounds of a former WWII airfield
Set in the New Forest, surrounded by scenic walking and cycling trails, along with wild ponies
Onsite shop and kids playground - a 15 minute drive to the beach and 25 minutes to Bournemouth
About Holmsley Campsite
Based on an old World War II Airfield, the site is steeped in fascinating history. Located on the edge of the New Forest National Park, you will also have the opportunity to spot ponies, deer and other wildlife onsite! There are a total of 420 pitches with both 9m x 9m non electric grass or hardstanding pitches available, along with XL 10.5m x 7.25 grass pitches. For those requiring a 16 amp electric hook up, pick between the 9m x 9m electric grass or hardstanding pitches. For those wanting to enjoy some shaded al fresco dining, there are also 14 select electric grass pitches. These come with your own picnic bench and umbrella, the perfect spot for a picnic or your morning coffee! All of the grass pitches welcome both tents and tourers, whilst the hardstanding pitches allow just caravans, campervans, RVs and motorhomes. Up to six people are permitted per pitch, with plenty of space for everyone to enjoy some peace and quiet. There are also pitches available for seasonal use. With its children's play park, the site is ideal for families of all ages - from those with young children looking for safe cycling routes to those looking for adventure with longer hikes and mountain biking. If you want to cook up a treat, you are welcome to bring along both charcoal and gas BBQs, just please ensure they are raised from the ground at all times. Disposable BBQs and fire pits are prohibited. Dogs are also welcome to join you for your stay, with up to three permitted per pitch.
Holmsley Campsite is open from 22/03 to 30/10 in 2024 and from 01/04 to 30/10 in 2025.
The site has full toilet, shower and washing facilities, and a fully equipped shop selling groceries, camping essentials and games. Please note not all blocks may be open in quieter periods. There is also a laundry room and a play area for kids.
The village of Burley is a five minute drive away and offers traditional pubs and tea rooms. Bransgore is also a five minute drive away and has a bakery, butchers and a chemist, as well as the highly recommended inn, The Crown.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilet
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
WiFi
There are 420 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
300 x Non Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Mostly flat grass pitches without electric, suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, caravans, RVs and motorhomes. Rock pegs are advised. Pitches are 9m x 9m.
55 x Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Mostly flat grass pitches with 16 amp electric, suitable for tents, trailer tents, caravans, campervans, RVs and motorhomes. Rock pegs are advised. Pitches are 9m x 9m.
14 x Select Electric Grass Pitches
Max 6 people
Grass 10m x 10m pitches with 16 amp electric hook up, a picnic bench and umbrella. Suitable for tents, trailer tents, campervans, caravans, RVs and motorhomes.
17 x Non Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding 9m x 9m pitches without electric. Suitable for caravans, campervans, RVs and motorhomes.
33 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches
Max 6 people
Hardstanding 9m x 9m pitches with 16 amp electric. Suitable for caravans, campervans, RVs and motorhomes.
Other accommodation
Seasonal Pitches
Pitches available for seasonal use.
4.74 /5
98%
would recommend
"What is not to love? Right in the heart of the New Forest, plenty of space and everything we needed"
Julie M - Apr 2024
"A stunning location with so many beautiful places to visit in the area"
Linda N - Apr 2024
"The site is peaceful and a fab place for walking with or without dogs"
Sharon F - Apr 2024
Perfect for a man and his dog
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Jeffrey S
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A WW2 airfield, which was perfect for me as my mum and dad met whilst serving in the RAFVR and WAAF. Rio loved his walk along the old runway and peri-track. Such a warm welcome and the facilities were spotlessly clean. Will be back.
What a great place to stay
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Duncan E
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Brilliant location, all staff were so friendly. We will definitely be back and will recommend it to our camping friends.
Friendly large site
Recommends site
Ross T
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Large site on an interesting site (old airfield). Staff friendly, good clean facilities and a variety of plot types.
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Christchurch area
The New Forest and surrounding area offers visitors a whole range of fun activities and family days out to enjoy. With the forest in such close proximity, you'll never be short of things to do.
For days by the sea, Highcliffe Beach is a 15 minute drive away offering a long pebbled stretch. Other nearby beaches include Hengistbury Head Beach (15 minutes) and Sandbanks Beach (35 minutes).
If you want a day out with the family, Bournemouth is within a 25 minute drive. Visit the famous Bournemouth Pier full of attractions, head to Oceanarium to see sea life or simply relax on the golden sandy beach.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Longdown Activity Farm (25 minutes)
- New Forest Wildlife Park (25 minutes)
- Boscombe Pier (25 minutes)
- National Motor Museum, Beaulieu (30 minutes)
- Paultons Park Home of Peppa Pig World (30 minutes)
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