Ocknell Caravan and Camping Site

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Family-friendly back to basics camping in the northern New Forest
In central Hampshire, half an hour's drive from Winchester/Salisbury
Peaceful pitches on the edge of a woodland with direct access to walks

For a full-on nature fix, head to the Hampshire countryside and settle down among the trees, ferns and free-roaming ponies at Ocknell Caravan and Camping Site. This peaceful site is in the north of the New Forest National Park and it’s a fabulous spot for unwinding amid gorgeous greenery. The site's simple pitches are entirely surrounded by heath and woodlands, with direct access to walking trails that crisscross the countryside in all directions. You won't be staying on a perfectly maintained lawn (rock pegs are strongly recommended for tents), but this proximity to nature and wildlife will be a big plus for couples, families and friends looking for a back to basics getaway in stunning surroundings. To make sure the impact on nature is minimal, facilities at Ocknell Caravan and Camping Site are limited – toilets are available, but there are no showers. Purpose-built barbecues (but not disposable ones or firepits) are allowed, but you'll need to keep them raised off the forest floor and don't light them anywhere other than on site to protect the forest landscape. The site is a couple of miles' drive from the peaceful village of Fritham, home to an independent pub and plenty of options for walking and cycling. For independent shops and cafés, head into the New Forest’s unofficial ‘capital’ Lyndhurst (20 minutes’ drive), or for a supermarket haul head to Ringwood (15 minutes along the A31).

Site type

188

Open now

Tourist board rating

Please note

This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu 26 Mar to Wed 30 Sept 2026

This site is a member of Camping in the New Forest group.

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Pitch types & availability

Non-electric grass pitch

6 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: Max 9m width × 9m depth (81m²)

6 people maximum

One Roof tent or Touring caravan or Campervan or Motorhome or Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 9m width × 9m depth (81m²)

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Roof tent, Touring caravan, Campervan, Motorhome, Tent, Trailer tent

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.

Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 3 included, 3 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Extras

Annexe for Awning (1 max)		£3 (£3) per night
Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£10 (£10) per night
Bring an awning (1 max)		£3 (£3) per night
Dog Free (3 max)		£0 (£0) per item
Extra car (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Pup Tent Free (1 max)		£0 (£0) per stay
Small Storage Tent (2mx1.5m) (1 max)		£3 (£3) per night
Trailer (1 max)		£3 (£3) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £17.95 (£17.95) 1 night, 2 adults

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Non-electric hardstanding touring pitch

6 people maximum

Ground type: Hardstanding

Pitch size: Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)

6 people maximum

One Touring caravan or Campervan or Motorhome or Trailer tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Max 8m width × 5m depth (40m²)

Ground type

Hardstanding

Suitable for

Touring caravan, Campervan, Motorhome, Trailer tent, (Roof tent not allowed), (Tent not allowed)

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.

Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.

Bring a pup tent 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Dog(s) allowed 3 included, 3 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Extras

Annexe for Awning (1 max)		£3 (£3) per night
Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£10 (£10) per night
Bring an awning (1 max)		£3 (£3) per night
Dog Free (3 max)		£0 (£0) per item
Extra car (1 max)		£5 (£5) per night
Pup Tent Free (1 max)		£0 (£0) per stay
Small Storage Tent (2mx1.5m) (1 max)		£3 (£3) per night
Trailer (1 max)		£3 (£3) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £20.90 (£20.90) 1 night, 2 adults

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Cleanliness		9
Wifi		6

97% would stay here again

What customers say

This well-managed campsite boasts a beautiful New Forest location, ideal for walkers, cyclists, and dog owners. Visitors praise the spacious, peaceful pitches, abundant wildlife including ponies and donkeys, and clean facilities. Staff are consistently described as friendly and helpful. While some mention traffic noise and the lack of showers, many find it a superb, value-for-money option for short stays and intend to return. The site's unique woodland and heathland settings offer a back-to-nature experience.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 21/07/2026

Stag in great condition just outside our motorhome door

Had to make a shelter for cooking due to the rain 😂

Having a cuppa and the locals rock up to join you.

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Lovely location in the New Forest,…

Overall 8 out of 10
Location		10
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Cleanliness		9
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Holly C. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely location in the New Forest, great access to local walks and set in nice wooded areas. Clean facilities, lovely little shop and easy check in - really nice folks running the place

Recommend to friends Visit again

An excellent site. Everything as advertised.

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
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Customer service		10
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Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Simon H. 5 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely site with plenty of space. Quite. Lots of walks available. We had lovely visitors too. A deer, some ponies and donkeys. Clean toilets and a well stocked shop. Good booking in process and everyone went quiet at 10pm. Will definitely visit again.

Disliked Nothing

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Peaceful, quiet and spacious…

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Jul 2026 Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Peaceful, quiet and spacious

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite with clean facilities, plenty…

Overall 9 out of 10
Location		9
Value for money		9
Facilities / Activities		6
Customer service		9
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		9
Wifi	No rating

Jul 2026 Denis B. 6 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Great campsite with clean facilities, plenty of space, and a quiet atmosphere. Friendly staff and good value for money. Highly recommended!

Recommend to friends Visit again

very good value for price and…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		7
Value for money		10
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Jul 2026 keith w. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked very good value for price and amenities. Toilets very well maintained. Park where you like and a very large site very well managed.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very spacious and flat. Lots of…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
Child friendliness		10
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Jul 2026 Brian T. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Very spacious and flat. Lots of wildlife. Friendly staff at reception. You can choose where to pitch up as long as it’s 6m from other units. Lots of waste recycling, water and toilet emptying areas.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic

Overall 9 out of 10
Location		8
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		8
Customer service		10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness		10
Wifi		7

Jul 2026 Sharon W. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Very friendly staff and a very clean site. Pitched on the glades very quiet overall a very nice stay.

Disliked Very stoney under the the grass, I would strongly recommend rock pegs.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site and would definitely re visit

Overall 10 out of 10
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Jul 2026 Kirsty A. 9 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Friendly and helpful reception. Found a wonderful shady spot for the dogs with direct access on to the heath.

Disliked Initial look with the concrete bubbles.

Recommend to friends Visit again

excellent site

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
Facilities / Activities		10
Customer service		10
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Cleanliness		10
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Jul 2026 Clive H. 5 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked peaceful site and being able to park my motorbike next to tent

Recommend to friends Visit again

Easy to book. Staff are friendly.…

Overall 10 out of 10
Location		10
Value for money		10
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Jul 2026 Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Easy to book. Staff are friendly. Had a lovely time

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Seasonal pitches

Location

Ocknell Caravan and Camping Site

Fritham

Hampshire

England

SO43 7HH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.90577°N
1.64317°W

Route directions

Please note that the road signed ‘Fritham and Eyeworth only’ is a dead end.

Nearest transport

Coach

3.9 mi Lyndhurst Park Hotel

5 mi Canada Corner

Rail

5.2 mi Ashurst New Forest Rail Station

6.9 mi Brockenhurst Rail Station

7 mi Beaulieu Road Rail Station

Ferry

10.4 mi Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal

10.4 mi Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal

10.9 mi Hythe (Hants) Ferry Terminal

Airport

12.1 mi Bournemouth International Airport

12.7 mi Southampton Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

If you are coming to the New Forest to walk or cycle, please plan ahead and find out more about our local car parks and toilet facilities in the New Forest here. Always follow the New Forest Code when in the New Forest. There are plenty of attractions in the New Forest, all of which offer fantastic days out for all the family to enjoy. From historic houses, theme parks and animal attractions, there is plenty to choose from come rain or shine and no matter what time of year you visit. Whether you are travelling to the area as a couple, a family or an individual, you will be amazed at the variety of attractions that are on offer here in the New Forest. www.thenewforest.co.uk/things-to-do/attractions

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Christchurch Bay	11.9 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Highcliffe	11.9 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Christchurch Highcliffe Castle	12.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Milford-On-Sea	12.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Christchurch Friar`S Cliff	12.6 mi	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway 3.8 mi

Paultons Family Theme Park 5.1 mi

Breamore House 7.6 mi

Beaulieu National Motor Museum 10 mi

Mottisfont Abbey Garden, House and Estate 10.4 mi

National Trust

Mottisfont 10.3 mi

Mompesson House 13 mi

Newtown Old Town Hall 16.9 mi

The Needles Old Battery and New Battery 17.1 mi

Winchester City Mill 18.1 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Acres Down - Highland Water (New Forest) 1.7 mi

Fritham - Sloden Inclosure - Hampton Ridge - Fritham 1.9 mi

Lyndhurst - New Forest 3.3 mi

Nomansland - Bohemia - Lover - Langley Wood - Hamptworth 3.4 mi

Linwood - New Forest 3.5 mi

Local events

New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 28 July 2026 – Tuesday, 28 July 2026)
Brockenhurst, Hampshire 5.4 mi
Southampton Boat Show (Friday, 18 September 2026 – Friday, 18 September 2026)
Southampton, Hampshire 10.3 mi
Wickham Festival (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)
Fareham, Hampshire 19.8 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
All guests spending the night at the park must present their ID at the reception desk and sign registration forms.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.
Modifications are subject to a £10.00 fee.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

Bookings must not be for more than 21 consecutive nights.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Quiet hours must be respected between 10 p.m. and 7:30 a.m..
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Pitches

You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Open fires are prohibited.
Please do not touch or feed the animals.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 10 p.m. and 7:30 a.m..

Visitors

Visitors must leave the premises by 10 p.m..
Visitors must register at reception and pay their fee.

Additional terms

No sleeping in cars, vans or any other unconverted vehicle. When staying overnight in converted vehicles, the following criteria must be met: have a fixed/purpose built bed with mattress, living space, uninterrupted, all-weather ventilation (opening windows or doors does not qualify); include drop-out vents if a gas system is installed;
emergency exit/entry from the living compartment through front, side or rear windows; have adequate privacy.

Payment terms

Frequently asked questions

Does Ocknell Caravan and Camping Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Ocknell Caravan and Camping Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Ocknell Caravan and Camping Site? If you are coming to the New Forest to walk or cycle, please plan ahead and find out more about our local car parks and toilet facilities in the New Forest here. … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Ocknell Caravan and Camping Site?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Depart by: 11 a.m.

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How much does it cost to stay at Ocknell Caravan and Camping Site? From £17.95 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

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Leisure on site

Amenities on site

Groups welcome

Rules

Themes

Utilities

Nearby amenities

Type

Nearby leisure

Touring and motorhomes

Timezone

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Route directions

Nearest transport

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Must see

National Trust

Cycle routes

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Local events

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