Marwell Resort
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- Lakeside site on the edge of the South Downs National Park
- A 15-minute drive from central Winchester; 1.5 miles from Marwell Zoo
- Fishing, archery and other adventure sports
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- 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).
- Facilities/activities including fishing, archery, axe throwing, air rifles, clay pigeon shooting, and adventure golf are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- The restaurant is open between 02/01 and 31/12.
- The bar is open between 02/01 and 31/12.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Reception is unmanned after 6 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- The restaurant opening times vary, depending on guest occupancy numbers at the time of stay. There are minimum and/or maximum age limits for some activities. Not all activities are available daily and some are unavailable from 01 September to 31 March. Fishing bookings must be made in advance. Guest wifi is available in the bar and grill area but may be slow. Phone service may also be limited, depending on your provider. The shower blocks do not have heating.
Languages spoken
English
Pitch types & availability
7

Non-electric grass pitch
8 people maximum
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 10m depth (80m²)
Arrival daysFrom £45
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Coopers Crop Field non-electric grass pitch (firepit, XXL)
Max. persons unlimited
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 100m width × 80m depth (8000m²)
Arrival daysFrom £400
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Reviews
85% would recommend this site to a friend
83% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers spacious pitches and a wide range of activities for families, including a play park, mini-golf, and woodland trails. Reviewers frequently praised the friendly and helpful staff, the cleanliness of the facilities, and the quality of the food at the bar and restaurant. While some minor issues with water pressure and outdated facilities were noted, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests expressing their intention to return.
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Last updated 23/06/2026




















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Spacious pitches. Beautifully kept grounds and…
Electric gravel touring pitch
Liked Spacious pitches. Beautifully kept grounds and plenty to offer in terms of leisure activities. We only stayed one night (family event near by) but will definitely return for a longer period. Helpful staff. Toilets / Shower block was fresh and clean. Didn't have time to visit the on site bar, however it looked lovely and the food was reasonably priced. A few minutes from Marwell Zoo (if that's your bag)
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Beautiful well maintained site. Would hightl…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Beautiful well maintained site.
Would hightl recommend.
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Lovely clean showers & toilets. Beautiful…
Electric gravel touring pitch
Liked Lovely clean showers & toilets.
Beautiful campsite with lots of activities. Great for the children.
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Really well organised event to see…
Electric grass pitch
Liked Really well organised event to see the world cup in a way all the family can enjoy. All areas super clean. Nice people at camp site. Food was good.
Disliked Reception a little frosty. Cant adjust shower temp, very hot, but good shower spaces
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Overall nice stay
Electric gravel touring pitch
Liked The site has lots of activities and great for kids
Disliked Water on serviced pitch ran out
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Fun site with lots to do nearby
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Lovely site. Really nice staff. Lots of fun things to explore within a 15 min drive. And putting on the World Cup and handing out free pizza during a particularly mid England performance was a lovely touch.
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This was our first experience at…
Electric gravel touring pitch
Liked This was our first experience at Marwell Reaort. We really enjoyed it, enough to do for everyone. We got home and booked to come back again in a few weeks with friends.
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Average site at a premium price.
Electric grass pitch
Liked Location.
Disliked Very poor facilities for the price. Toilets and shower average at best, pitch very basic.
It’s not bad, it’s just massively over priced for a very basic service.
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Great place for families and people with dogs. Friendly staff
Electric grass pitch
Liked Good layout with lots of activities if people feel like it. Very pretty surroundings.
Disliked The shop never seemed to be open but we didn't really need anything anyway, just a bit strange.
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Great family atmosphere, clean and tidy…
Non-electric grass pitch
Liked Great family atmosphere, clean and tidy
Disliked Clay shooting going off constantly, need some form of warden for the cars moving about in the early hours and the noise 1/2 am
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Features
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 Soft play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Marwell Resort
Hurst Lane
Owslebury
Hampshire
England
SO21 1EZ
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.98572°N
1.27669°W
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillhead | 12.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Calshot | 12.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lee-On-Solent | 13.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Lepe | 14.3 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Cowes | 15.1 mi | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
INTECH Science Centre & Planetarium 5.1 mi
Winchester Cathedral 5.5 mi
Southampton Maritime Museum 8.3 mi
Mid-Hants Railway 'Watercress Line' 8.6 mi
Mottisfont Abbey Garden, House and Estate 12 mi
National Trust
Winchester City Mill 5.4 mi
Hinton Ampner 6.7 mi
Mottisfont 12 mi
Uppark House and Garden 16.9 mi
Newtown Old Town Hall 19.6 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Upham - Woodcote - Green Hill - Upham 1.9 mi
Upham - Street End 1.9 mi
Shawford - Highbridge - Marwell - Shawford 3.3 mi
CRANBURY PARK 4 mi
COMPTON END 4.1 mi
Local events
- Wickham Festival (Thursday, 30 July 2026 – Thursday, 30 July 2026)
Fareham, Hampshire 6.9 mi
- Southampton Boat Show (Friday, 18 September 2026 – Friday, 18 September 2026)
Southampton, Hampshire 8.2 mi
- New Forest and Hampshire County Show (Tuesday, 28 July 2026 – Tuesday, 28 July 2026)
Brockenhurst, Hampshire 16.7 mi
- Goodwood Festival of Speed (Thursday, 9 July 2026 – Thursday, 9 July 2026)
Chichester, West Sussex 24.7 mi
- Farnborough International Airshow (Monday, 20 July 2026 – Monday, 20 July 2026)
Farnborough, Hampshire 29.7 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 Marwell Resort have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Marwell Resort dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Marwell Resort? Marwell Zoo (five minutes' drive) has over 140 different species to admire – you can also leave the car back at base and stroll over (about 20 minutes) for a pedestrian safari. … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Marwell Resort?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Marwell Resort? From £30 (for 1 night, 8 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.


