Meonside Camping

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The site at dawn
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Meonside campsite
Great views
Spacious pitching field
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So much space
Meonside campsite
Great views

  • Spacious and peaceful working farm site on the banks of the river Meon
  • A 15-minute walk to the South Downs Way
  • Toilets, communal area, washing-up area and firepit
Green hills, a gently sloping valley, a chalk-bed river and some friendly local cows – if you fancy waking up to views like these on your next trip, make tracks for Meonside Camping, a Hampshire site 10 minutes' drive from Petersfield. This site is particularly well set up for walkers and cyclists: it's right next to the East Hampshire Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty cycle route and an easy 15-minute stroll from the popular South Downs Way. More scenic surrounds are on hand in and around the South Downs National Park: head 20 minutes down the road by car for picnics at Queen Elizabeth Country Park or spectacular views at Beacon Hill Nature Reserve. Meonside Camping is a working farm, so there's plenty of animal and plant life on display here throughout the year. Guests at this back-to-basics site have access to well-kept facilities including toilets, a firepit, drinking water, communal seating and a washing-up area. The folk in charge of this place like to keep things on the quiet side, so guest numbers are kept low to ensure plenty of space and peace and quiet for all. If you fancy cooking over coals, set up a barbecue and get sizzling (barbecue meat packs can be ordered ahead and delivered on the night – use the special requests box to find out more and order). Meanwhile, those who feel like leaving the meal prep to someone else can head off to East Meon, a 15-minute stroll away, for great pub grub at one of two local boozers.

Site type

Tent pitches 50
Touring caravan pitches 50
Motorhome pitches 50
Open now
Opens 8 May
Please note
  • This site has no on-site shower facilities.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Group bookings of 8 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri 8 May to

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Reviews

9.7

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100% would recommend this site to a friend

98% would stay here again

What customers say

Meonside Camping is praised for its beautiful location amidst the South Downs, offering stunning views and peaceful surroundings. Guests highlight the friendly and helpful owners, the cleanliness of the portaloos, and ample space. The site is described as basic but ideal for a relaxed, back-to-basics getaway, with the nearby village of East Meon a popular attraction. Some minor noise from a nearby road was noted by a few, and a lack of hot showers and an Elsan point were mentioned.

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Great site, lots of walks available…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great site, lots of walks available and a nice stream behind the site

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful peaceful site, clean, friendly.…

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Sara S. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Beautiful peaceful site, clean, friendly.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Will return for sure

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked The area was nice, clean toilets, with taps and soap, fire pit frames, good size of pitch, owner came around to check in us which is good to keep out strangers

Disliked Close to a busy road, however if you camp on the far side of the field its not that bad

Recommend to friends Visit again

No frills budget option in fantastic setting.

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Very beautiful setting, well signposted - and minimal interference. Basic facilities, but that was expected and I only came for the place.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great for true camping

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James R. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Basic back to nature , pricing , very friendly farmer

Recommend to friends Visit again

great site and lovely views -…

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Gary s. 11 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked great site and lovely views - toilets clean friendly owner was on hand if needed

Disliked going home

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Surrounding walks, peaceful environment close to…

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Sandra M. 4 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Surrounding walks, peaceful environment close to nature. George was very knowledgeable about the area.
Very clean toilets.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great back to basics camp with fires

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Jade L. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great back to basics no fuss site. A short walk to the village East Meon was gorgeous. Stayed here due to its close proximity to Butsers Ancient Farm. There are only a handful of portaloos in one corner of the field and plenty of space to pitch up where you want.

Disliked It is a field, and just that. We were camping on a very hot weekend and were lucky to have picked a spot near the hedge. Midday that sun is a killer so be prepared for it as the field has minimal shaded areas.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Super friendly and simply relaxing…

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Marcus E. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Super friendly and simply relaxing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Small camping field rather than acres…

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Helen O. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Small camping field rather than acres of pitches which was nice, and plenty of space.
We didn’t find the road particularly noisy.
The toilets were clean, grass mown.
Owner polite and friendly.
We heard skylarks in the morning, it was very peaceful.

Disliked Thought it a bit pricey for portaloos and an uncovered cold water taps.
Wasn’t expecting the owner to call round to check us in as we’d paid and put number plate into pitchup so I was in my pyjamas and putting my toddler to bed when they came by!
The road it is on is quite a fast road so need to take care walking/pulling out of the site.
But there is nothing to actually dislike.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campsite

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce 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 Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 pitches) Pop-up campsite

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Mountain biking nearby Sailing nearby

Location

Meonside Camping

Lower Farm

East Meon

Petersfield

Hampshire

England

GU32 1EZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.98527°N
1.02481°W

Route directions

When following a satnav, please be aware that the postcode does not take you directly to the site. Look out for the big green sign for 'Meonside Camping' at the field entrance. (Please don't take the turning for South Farm – head further along the road towards the village of East Meon, and the site will be on your right-hand side.)

Nearest transport

Coach
4.1 mi Dragon Street
4.1 mi Dragon Street
5.1 mi Precinct
Rail
3.9 mi Petersfield Rail Station
7 mi Liss Rail Station
7.1 mi Rowlands Castle Rail Station
Ferry
12.3 mi Portsmouth Continental Ferry Terminal
13 mi Eastney Ferry Landing
13.1 mi Hayling Island Ferry Landing
Airport
14.8 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

The farmers here are mindful about their impact on the local area and do all that they can to keep the valley as natural as possible. Guests who want to learn more about caring for the land should make tracks to the local sustainability centre (30 minutes' walk) and try their hand at bushcraft or permaculture. Still want more? Further agricultural techniques are on show at Butser Ancient Farm (10 minutes' drive) and Weald & Downland Living Museum (35 minutes). All the walking, cycling and foraging you're bound to get up to hereabouts being thirsty work, you may find yourself hankering for a restorative glass of vino. Head to Hambledon Vineyard (10 minutes) if you're curious about trying a glass of top-notch sparkling English wine. Beer-drinking guests, meanwhile, may well want to check out the cask-conditioned real ales made at Langham Brewery (30 minutes). For a really wild day out, head to Marwell Zoo (30 minutes), or try Birdworld (30 minutes) for some avian adventure. Eagle-eyed visitors researching the area may also have spotted that this site is within easy reach of West Sussex Falconry (25 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Eastney 13.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Beachlands West 14 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Beachlands Central 14 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Eastoke 14.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Southsea East 14.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Uppark House and Garden 6.4 mi

Mid-Hants Railway 'Watercress Line' 9.3 mi

Jane Austen's House 10.4 mi

Portchester Castle 10.9 mi

INTECH Science Centre & Planetarium 11.6 mi

National Trust

Uppark House and Garden 6.2 mi

Hinton Ampner 6.8 mi

Winchester City Mill 13.4 mi

Hindhead Commons and The Devil's Punch Bowl Caf� 15.5 mi

Petworth House and Park 18 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

East Meon - South Downs Way - Butser Hill 0.8 mi

East Meon 0.8 mi

East Meon - Ramsdean - Langrish - East Meon 0.9 mi

Butser Hill Trail 2.6 mi

Stroud - Langrish - Weston - Stroud 2.8 mi

Local events

  • Wickham Festival (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)

    Fareham, Hampshire 9.1 mi

  • Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday, 9 July 2026 – Thursday, 9 July 2026)

    Chichester, West Sussex 14.7 mi

  • Southampton Boat Show (Friday, 18 September 2026 – Friday, 18 September 2026)

    Southampton, Hampshire 17.7 mi

  • Isle of Wight Festival (Thursday, 18 June 2026 – Thursday, 18 June 2026)

    Newport, Isle Of Wight 22.6 mi

  • Farnborough International Airshow (Monday, 20 July 2026 – Monday, 20 July 2026)

    Farnborough, Hampshire 22.7 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Meonside Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Meonside Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Meonside Camping? The farmers here are mindful about their impact on the local area and do all that they can to keep the valley as natural as possible. Guests who want to learn more … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Meonside Camping?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Meonside Camping? From £20 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.