Clarefield Copse Wild Camping

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General

Spacious back to basics site in the South Downs National Park
Within half an hour's drive of Chichester and Portsmouth
Next to woodland with fab views; half an hour's walk from local pub

A secluded, simple site in the middle of the South Downs National Park? Splendid. Those who look for space and fine views while on a rural break should consider a stay at Clarefield Copse Wild Camping, in a quiet corner of Hampshire 15 minutes’ drive from Petersfield.

As you might expect from a spot inside a national park, the views from here are pretty fab – as is the amount of space around the place from which to admire them. The owners have kept things low key so as not to interfere with their natural surrounds, simply installing toilets (regularly cleaned) and a drinking water supply, leaving plenty of open space to play games, light a barbie and construct a campfire.

If you're new to the art of this last, learn firebuilding and other outdoor skills at the site's bushcraft classes: contact the site once booked for further information.

Bike rides and walks are top activities around these parts – start by taking a wander by the lake next to the site or on local footpaths, or, just maybe, strolling to the nearest pub in half an hour or so. Many a mile of trail runs through the national park, and there’s much more strolling to be done in nearby National Trust properties or on day trips to Chichester and Portsmouth (both half an hour away by car).

Open from 01/05/2021 to 15/10/2021

Site type

Languages spoken

✓ English

Please note

No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.

This site has no on-site shower facilities.

Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

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Non-electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch

from £24/€27.04/A$42.51/US$32.78/CA$41.75/CHF29.14/SEK272.03/DKK201.22/NOK280.60/ISK4,246/ARS2,849.54/CLP24,086/PEN119.15/NZ$45.55/ZAR499.68/PLN122.78/R$179.21/CZK706.07/RSD3,193/HUF9,663.02/RUB2,481.24/CN¥212.37 (for 1 night, 2 adults)

Max. persons: 6 x

One allowed per pitch

Pitch size : Min 7.0m width x 7.0m depth (23.0ft width x 23.0ft depth) Calculated area: 49.0m² (527.4ft²)

Ground type: Grass and earth

Reviews

Excellent field, not many pitches so we had lots of room around us.27/09/2020

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Lots of space

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Lack of washing up facilities

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Loved how open the place was. Plenty of space between …27/09/2020

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Loved how open the place was. Plenty of space between tents and family's to have privacy. By far my favourite place to stay!

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Beautiful site with basic but clean facilities22/09/2020

Kieron W.Confirmed

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Liked:	Beautiful site, the managers were lovely and everything went smoothly even though we arrived a little later than planned. Clean toilets
Disliked:	The facilities are fairly basic - effectively some portaloos and a water tap. We knew that when we booked, though, so it's not so much a criticism as something to note when booking

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A real ‘wild camping’ experience. Perfect for a back to basics trip.21/09/2020

AnonymousConfirmed

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Liked:	Lovely, quiet location. Plenty of space to be able to pitch up without being close to anyone else. Local farm shop/market open on Friday and Saturdays, good for getting coffee, cakes and meat.
Disliked:	Unfortunately didn’t have bins to be able to dispose of rubbish easily.

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A must do for a weekend21/09/2020

Dominic N.Confirmed

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It’s a really nice, chilled out site. Pitched are separated very well. Lots of nice walks nearby. It’s basic and wild.

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Great place, didn't have to worry about much and could …21/09/2020

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Great place, didn't have to worry about much and could just enjoy the stay

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Gorgeous scenery and a lovely campsite. Had a wonderful time …21/09/2020

AnonymousConfirmed

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Gorgeous scenery and a lovely campsite. Had a wonderful time around the fire pit. Loos were clean and pitches were tidy.

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Huge campsite with great walks to explore. Then toilets need imrpovong21/09/2020

Sally G.Confirmed

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Woodland walks, fire pit, space and size of pitches

Disliked:
Toilets are really grim

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Beautiful location - stunning walks and views all around. Was …21/09/2020

Melody W.Confirmed

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Liked:	Beautiful location - stunning walks and views all around. Was glad there was a tap at the site despite it not being noted on the ad on Pitchup.
Disliked:	The portaloos were in great need of a clean, almost unbareable smell. Wild camping vibes, fine for one night but probably not more for us!

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Excellent site in a beautiful location20/09/2020

AnonymousConfirmed

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Loved the campsite, it was spacious with plenty of space between pitches. The facilities were basic but clean and adequate as per the wild camping description. We opted for the fire pit and logs and as it was a chilly night, it really made a difference. There is no light pollution so the stars were fantastic as was the view over to Harting Down and the ridge of the South Downs Way. The owners came by to check us in and drop off logs and were really nice. We would definitely stay here again.

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There was one noisy group on the site who played loud music until rather late, but we think they were told to quieten down, so we did get a good nights sleep. Bit of a pain but did not put us off how lovely the site was. Still giving it 5 stars.

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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

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

Themes

Forest

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal fridge

Gas cylinders available

No drinkable water point

No hot water

No running water

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Mountain biking nearby

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Clarefield Copse, Nyewood, Petersfield, Hampshire, England, GU31 5Jl
Timezone Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00) GPS 50.9914°N 0.8418°W

Nearest transport

Coach stations: Petersfield: Dragon Street Coach Stop — 4.1 miles
Coach Station
4.1 miles Horndean (Hants): Precinct Coach Stop — 8.7 miles
Coach Station
8.7 miles Hindhead: Crossroads Coach Stop — 9.6 miles
Coach Station
9.6 miles
Train stations: Liss Rail Station — 4.2 miles
Rail Station
4.2 miles Petersfield Rail Station — 4.5 miles
Rail Station
4.5 miles Liphook Rail Station — 5.8 miles
Rail Station
5.8 miles
Ferry ports: Bosham Hoe Ferry Landing — 12.4 miles
Ferry Ports
12.4 miles West Itchenor Ferry Landing — 12.8 miles
Ferry Ports
12.8 miles Hayling Island Ferry Landing — 15.7 miles
Ferry Ports
15.7 miles
Airports: Southampton Airport — 22.8 miles
Airports
22.8 miles Shoreham Brighton City Airport — 26.5 miles
Airports
26.5 miles

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

Folk who’ve invested in a National Trust membership can surely get their money’s worth out of this area: aim for 18th-century Uppark House (10 minutes’ drive), wander around Woolbeding Gardens (10 minutes) and admire the art collection at Petworth House (half an hour) – tipped to be one of the finest in the NT’s possession. (Or try Hinton Ampner, Slindon Estate, Winkworth Arboretum…)

There’s a whole load more history to see down by the coast, too. If it’s maritime times gone by that interest you, head to Portsmouth to potter around the historic dockyard and mosey around the Mary Rose Museum (or, for something more modern, sail up the Emirates Spinnaker Tower to see the sea from 170 metres up). Weald & Downland Living Museum (20 minutes) is a fab place for a glimpse into real life from days of yore.

If you’re simply planning to fill your break with lots of rural rambles, perhaps it’s a wise idea to lay in supplies for a restorative drink upon your return? Langham Brewery (20 minutes) is worth a visit for a tour of the steam-powered brewery, and there are local vinos to pick up at Trotton Estate (10 minutes) and Upperton Vineyards (20 minutes).

Must see

Uppark House and Garden (3.3 miles)
West Dean Gardens (6.7 miles)
Weald & Downland Open Air Museum (6.9 miles)

National Trust

Uppark House and Garden (3.5 miles)
Hindhead Commons and The Devil's Punch Bowl Cafï¿½ (9.7 miles)

Cycle routes

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

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

Policies

Permitted arrival/departure time

Camping and touring
Arrive:	Anytime –	7 p.m.
Depart by:	4 p.m.

Please call the site when you arrive or are close to arriving so site manager will come and meet you.