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General
- Peaceful site by Basingstoke Canal between Farnborough and Aldershot
- A 15-minute drive from Birdworld, 45 minutes from Marwell Zoo
- Secure site with facilities designed to be accessible for all guests
Safety, accessibility and activity are the watchwords for stays at Runway's End Outdoor Centre, a quiet Hampshire site next to the Basingstoke Canal between Farnborough and Aldershot (and less than 10 minutes’ drive from the centre of either).
This is a place where parents can relax and let the nippers have a bit of freedom: the relatively compact site is entirely surrounded by fencing (with a key-coded access gate for added security) and kept car-free so there’s plenty of safe space to roam about a bit. There’s a spacious grass area for playing games, and various activities can be booked ahead (such as archery and climbing).
As well as being designed with utmost security in mind, this is a place that’s also been set up to be fully accessible. Showers, toilets and washing-up facilities are a short walk from the pods and pitches, and all amenities are linked by flat paths to make everything easy to get around.
And getting out is just straightforward: stroll or cycle out from the site onto the canal towpath and you can follow it for 32 miles along the water’s edge. The local area is also full of military history attractions and museums to visit, along with family-friendly attractions such as animal parks and an open-air pool. Junction 4 of the M3 is about 10 minutes’ drive from the site, so it’s easy to get down here from London, or head up for a day trip with a journey of around an hour by car (traffic permitting, of course).
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
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Max. persons: 6 x
Pitch size: Max 6.0m width x 6.0m depth (19.7ft width x 19.7ft depth) Calculated area: 36.0m² (387.5ft²)
Ground type: Grass and earth
Bring an awning
Reviews
Wooded glade pitches, campfires, great facilities
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Features
Coronavirus
Activities/entertainment run in smaller groups
Capacity reduced to increase social distancing
Distance markers in shared facilities
Hand sanitising stations
One-way flow for entering/leaving buildings
We're Good To Go (VisitBritain accreditation)
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
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
No dogs allowed
Themes
Forest
Peaceful
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
Medium (26-50 pitches)
Pop-up campsite
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Climbing nearby
Cycling nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Bus Station
— 1.3 miles
Kingsmead Bus Termini — 1.9 miles
Kingsmead Bus Termini — 1.9 miles
- Train stations
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Aldershot Rail Station
— 1.3 miles
North Camp Rail Station — 1.8 miles
Ash Vale Rail Station — 2.2 miles
- Ferry ports
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Weybridge Ferry Landing
— 15.8 miles
Shepperton Ferry Landing — 15.8 miles
Moulsey - Hurst Park Ferry Landing — 20.3 miles
- Airports
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London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
— 18.8 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 — 19.4 miles
London Heathrow Airport Terminal 3 — 19.5 miles
Local attractions
Away from the target practice and climbing wall on site, it’s possible to launch canoes or kayaks for an outing on the canal next door, or you may like take a 10-minute drive for a bit of skiing or snowboarding at Alpine Snowsports Aldershot or an outdoor dip at Aldershot Lido.
If the area’s military connections pique your interest, head over to Aldershot Military Museum (five minutes’ drive) to try out a tank and have a go on the World War II assault course. Those who prefer peaceful times can instead take a step back in time at the Rural Life Centre (20 minutes) for activities with a vintage vibe.
Eagle-eyed animal enthusiasts will no doubt spot the signs for the excellent Marwell Zoo (45 minutes) in the local area; once you’ve taken a wander there, bump up the creature-spotting tally with a trip to Birdworld (15 minutes).
Sticking to the historic highlights? Pay a visit to lovely Loseley Park (25 minutes) or plan a day out strolling the streets of Winchester (40 minutes).
Must see
- Birdworld (6.4 miles)
- The Look Out Discovery Centre (8.6 miles)
- Jane Austen's House (13.1 miles)
National Trust
- West Green House Garden (7.4 miles)
- River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf (8.4 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 | ||
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| Arrive: | 3 p.m. – | Anytime |
| Depart by: | 10 a.m. | |
| On-site accommodation | ||
| Arrive: | 3 p.m. – | Anytime |
| Depart by: | 10 a.m. | |
The site works on a self check-in basis. You will receive a code to access the site after booking.
Runway's End Outdoor Centre cancellation policy
Balance refunds: no penalties
Changes cannot be made once you have booked.
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.
The remainder is payable direct to Runway's End Outdoor Centre on arrival.
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Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Runway's End Outdoor Centre have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Runway's End Outdoor Centre dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Runway's End Outdoor Centre? Away from the target practice and climbing wall on site, it’s possible to launch canoes or kayaks for an outing on the canal next door, or you may like take a 10-minute … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Runway's End Outdoor Centre?
Camping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. The site works on a self check-in basis. You will receive a code to access the site after booking.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Runway's End Outdoor Centre? From £30 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability
