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General
- Wild camping-style pitches in the New Forest National Park
- New Forest Wildlife Park and National Motor Museum 10 minutes' drive
- Woodland walks from the site; half an hour's walk to Lyndhurst
Splendid seclusion and simplicity await for guests at Matley Wood Caravan and Camping Site – this New Forest campsite is a place where pitches are tucked away among ancient woodlands or in peaceful little open spaces. Whichever spot you opt for, you’ll be all set for a fabulous forest stay that’s all about embracing your spectacular natural surroundings.
Getting a sense of the local landscapes might involve simply sitting quietly on your pitch to look out for wild ponies roaming, or heading out into the wilds on one of the walking/bike paths that runs from the campsite. Or, for a slightly different view of your Hampshire location, you may like to follow the half-hour walk to Lyndhurst, where you can reward your efforts with a restaurant meal or pint in the pub.
Part of the draw of this location is its peaceful and secluded location, but it’s also a spot that’s well placed for all sorts of outings to places like the National Motor Museum or Paultons Park. And naturally, as this is the New Forest National Park there are lots of outdoor activities all around, including walks, bike rides, watersports and horse riding.
Aiming to preserve the natural environment as much as possible, this site is a simple one that’s got a ‘wild camping’ sort of vibe to it. As such there are no toilets or showers, so you’ll need to bring your own chemical toilet (ideally with organic chemicals). You’ll also be asked to be mindful of the simple rules of the New Forest Code, which aims to keep wildlife, the environment and guests safe from harm.
Open from 01/04/2023 to 30/09/2023
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
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Max. persons: 6 x
One Campervan or Motorhome or Touring caravan allowed per pitch
Pitch size : Max 8.0m width x 5.0m depth (26.2ft width x 16.4ft depth) Calculated area: 40.0m² (430.6ft²)
Ground type: Grass
Bring a gazebo
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Clean ,friendly laid back
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Back to nature in its finest form.
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Lovely area, nice site, would use again
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Great site, reasonable prices, very much enjoyed our stay.
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Lovely quiet setting. Staff very friendly and informative. Definitely return …
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Beautiful rural stay in nature
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Tranquility of the forest
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Location perfect for walking the dogs in the forest
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Features
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
Car parking by pitch/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Launderette
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portaloo
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed all year
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
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Lyndhurst Park Hotel
— 1.4 miles
Lyndhurst Park Hotel — 1.4 miles
Brockenhurst College — 3.3 miles
- Train stations
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Beaulieu Road Rail Station
— 1.7 miles
Ashurst New Forest Rail Station — 1.8 miles
Brockenhurst Rail Station — 3.7 miles
- Ferry ports
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Hythe (Hants) Ferry Terminal
— 6.2 miles
Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal — 6.2 miles
Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal — 6.2 miles
- Airports
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Southampton Airport
— 9.8 miles
Bournemouth International Airport — 14.1 miles
Local attractions
Wildlife spotting is a real highlight for guests at Matley Wood – either seeing what you can spy from your pitch or a wander through the woods, or setting off to local animal attractions like the New Forest Reptile Centre (10 minutes’ drive) and Bolderwood Deer Sanctuary (15 minutes).
For hands-on kids’ animal activities, head to Longdown Activity Farm (10 minutes), where they can get stuck into things like goat feeding, meet the pigs and alpacas and take tractor rides. Adults and teenagers might like to try the bird of prey experiences at Forest Falconry (20 minutes), while younger guests will be happier among the rides, animals and cartoon characters at Paultons Park, home of Peppa Pig World (20 minutes).
Heading south towards the coast, it won’t take long to get to the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu (10 minutes) or to the historic village of Buckler’s Hard (15 minutes), where the maritime museum charts the story of the place where Nelson’s ships were built.
Must see
- Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway (1.6 miles)
- Beaulieu National Motor Museum (4.8 miles)
- Paultons Family Theme Park (5.7 miles)
National Trust
- Newtown Old Town Hall (12.0 miles)
- Mottisfont (12.0 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
| Camping and touring | ||
|---|---|---|
| Arrive: | 12 p.m. – | 8 p.m. |
| Depart by: | 11 a.m. | |
Matley Wood Caravan and Camping Site cancellation policy
No refunds within 1 week of arrival date.
Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Matley Wood Caravan and Camping Site will debit the balance from your card 1 week before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 1 week then the balance will be taken immediately.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted on the park
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Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Matley Wood Caravan and Camping Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Matley Wood Caravan and Camping Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Matley Wood Caravan and Camping Site? Wildlife spotting is a real highlight for guests at Matley Wood – either seeing what you can spy from your pitch or a wander through the woods, or setting off to local … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Matley Wood Caravan and Camping Site?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Matley Wood Caravan and Camping Site? From £10 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
