Woodlands Camping
Woodlands Camping
4.67 /5
Situated on the edge of the South Downs National Park, Woodlands Camping is an eco friendly "almost wild" campsite, located on a working farm, 20 minutes from Winchester. Pick between wild tent pitches in the forest, non electric tent and campervan pitches on grass and unfurnished bell tents for those who don't want to bring the tent. Enjoy glorious views, spend evenings around the fire and days out exploring the stunning surrounding countryside.
Small, peaceful site on the edge of the South Downs National Park with direct access to the park
Spacious limited pitches, fire pits, BBQs, logs and cooking stoves for hire
Just 20 minutes from Winchester, 30 minutes from Southampton and Portsmouth
About Woodlands Camping
Nestled in the Hampshire countryside, this small eco site is perfect for those searching for a relaxing rural getaway. Within the South Downs National Park, the site is great for anyone wanting to spend their days out walking or cycling. If you are looking for an almost wild camping stay, the site has six 4m x 4m pitches available in the forest. The Littlewood pitches are each non electric and allow tents and up to four guests, set amongst ancient trees with shelter from the canopy of leaves above. In the clearing area, there are a further six pitches suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans. Each of these non electric grass pitches are for adults only and measure 8m x 8m and allows up to six guests with your own picnic table for al fresco dining. Please note these pitches will be adult only during the summer holidays. For larger groups, there are 12 non electric grass pitches in the meadow, allowing up to eight guests each. There pitches welcome tents, trailer tents and campervans, measuring 6m x 6m with plenty of space for everyone to spread out and enjoy some peace and quiet. If you don't want to bring your accommodation with you, the site also has three bell tents available. The bell tents can sleep up to two, though they do come unfurnished so you will need to bring everything with you except the tent, including your beds and bedding. If you are wanting to cook up something delicious, the site welcomes BBQs and raised fire pits. Wood can also be purchased onsite which is sourced from a locally managed woodland. Four-legged friends can also join you for your stay, with up to two allowed per pitch, excluding the bell tents.
The site is open from February to November, the Meadow pitches and bell tents are available from Easter.
Site facilities include compost loos and rustic outdoor showers. Other facilities are available at busier times.
The nearest shop to the site is West Meon Village Shop which is community-owned. Your closest pub will be The Fox in Bramdean, a five minute drive or 35 minute walk away.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
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
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
There are 24 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
6 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (The Clearing)
Max 7 people
Grass 8m x 8m pitches in the clearing area, each with a picnic bench and fire pit. Suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans. Please note these pitches will be adult only in the summer holidays 2025.
9 x Non Electric Grass Pitches (The Meadow)
Max 10 people
Grass 6m x 6m pitches in the meadow, suitable for tents, trailer tents and campervans.
Other accommodation
6 x Non Electric Wild Tent Pitches (Littlewood)
Max 4 people
Wild 6m x 6m forest floor pitches for tents only.
4.67 /5
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would recommend
"Great secluded campsite, eco friendly and very peaceful"
Damian S - Jun 2024
"Simple, spacious, great location. Perfect for a quiet escape"
Al M - May 2024
"Very dog-friendly with loads of pups on site. Great place to sit out around a fire pit of a evening"
Scott D - May 2024
"Really quiet and secluded, and felt almost like wild camping!"
Chris B - May 2024
"One of the best sites we have ever stayed at ... Feels like staying in a secret garden"
John T - Oct 2023
"100% would recommend. Host was brilliant ... Second visit of the summer and many more to come"
Michael F - Aug 2023
"If you are looking for no frills camping in the woods, then this is it"
John C - May 2023
Great stay!
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Sarah B
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Ideal back to basics site, stunning setting and fabulous weekend.
Lovely spot
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Janet R
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Had a great time at this campsite. Very clean, quiet and friendly. Lovely location for our first time “off grid”. Thank you Jason.
What a fabulous find!
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Belinda H
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What a fabulous place. It was just perfect for us and our 2 dogs. We stayed in the clearing which had only 6 pitches and was adult only and dog friendly. This was ideal. It felt like our own private hideaway and although all pitches were taken, we had ample space to maintain distance and have privacy. We had a picnic bench and table with our pitch too. The site is rustic and I like that. While rustic it was still 'nice' and it felt good be outside. The shower was in a wooden shed with shelves and hooks and it was nice and felt clean. There was a men's urinal and a kitchen sink utility area. This was all for our field but others did use it, but we could use there's too. I have to admit, I wasn't sure at first about using the compostable toilets but I can honestly say I now prefer that to a portaloo any day! You put sawdust over your business and I thought that felt very green and very clean. It didn't smell either and it was hot when we stayed. The manager, Jason, was really friendly and helpful and accommodated our change of booking with ease. He pays attention to detail with lovely touches, like flower baskets to make the washroom and kitchen area look pretty, a small 'garden of flowers' too on the lead up to our small field. He had also got in some flushing toilets in the meadow. It really felt like being back to nature. Not at all commercial which is why we chose it. It's on a working farm and we have dogs so we were pleased to be away from the meadow and horse paddock. A nice chance to switch off. The meadow was much bigger but not too busy either with ample space between pitches. We did a 2 night trial for the dogs mainly, but we loved it and are keen on going back there as our time was short. Thanks to Jason for making it a lovely place to stay!
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Things to do on site and in the Alresford area
Being in the South Downs National Park, the site is perfect for keen walkers and cyclists. The beautiful Old Winchester Hill in just a 15 minute drive away, perfect for watching the sunset or enjoying a picnic.
The wonderful historic city of Winchester is also just a 20 minute drive away. With cobbled streets lined with boutiques, independent shops and wonderful eateries, it is perfect for a day out. You can also visit the National Trust Winchester City Mill and Winchester Cathedral.
If you are coming with the kids, Staunton Farm is a 30 minute drive away and perfect for some family fun. Meet the friendly animals, buy some feed and attend an animal encounter session or just let the little ones run free in the indoor and outdoor play areas.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Watercress Line Heritage Railway Alresford (10 minutes)
- Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium (15 minutes)
- Marwell Zoo (20 minutes)
- Queen Elizabeth Country Park (30 minutes)
- Portsmouth and Southsea (30 minutes)
- King John's Castle (35 minutes)
- Milestones Museum (40 minutes)
- Tudor House and Garden (40 minutes)
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